First Trip with new Fiver

[GeneralMachine]

We took the new fiver to SanAngelo for the weekend, I sure like pulling it compared the the TT, The TT was like pulling a sled. I was able to tow both way's with od, my truck seem's to like 1900 R. P. M's & 70 mph. With the other camper 65 od off 2600 R. P. M. seemed like the cummin's was hurtin. All was good had one leak at the sink factory guy's didn't get a drain gasket installed straight. Harv

 

[John Berger]

Welcome to the world of 5'ver towing. I've only been at it for 5 months myself, and the difference is pleasantly surprising. I should have went with a fifth wheel right from the start.

 

[Teacher]

5th wheel

Congratulations on your new rig. I too am relatively new to the 5th wheel experience. I have Komfort 24 foot, with a slide-out. Every time I go out, I learn (the hard way) something new. Here's a tip for those who may not be aware: Never move out your slide-out until your rig is level. You may not be able to retract it electrically or manually. I know!

Happy camping.

 

[exfuzz01]

5er

My wife and I love our 24' Komfort 5er w/slide. Very easy to tow. In fact I hardly ever know it's back there until I look in the mirror. MY only problem is BACKING UP !!!! Practice makes perfect. .

 

[GeneralMachine]

Yea I know what you are talking about backing is a lot differant with the fiver, it takes longer to turn it than the tt. like ya said practis make perfect. Harv

 

[Casey Balvert]

Use two way radios when backing up. It will save your marriage. Assuming you want to save it that is.



Cheers, Casey

 

[cwsoules]

We use radios and hand signals that help greatly. Plus I stop, set the brake, and walk back to take a look occasionally. It is taking forever for me to get "good" at backing up. Don't get discouraged and keep on trucking. Besides there is no one scoring your efforts.