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  1. DO

    Planning a Full-Time Fifth Wheel Setup 3 Years Ahead

    Wife and I have decided to full-time RV once our youngest graduates. That doesn't happen for 3 years, so we have plenty of time to plan. We've decided to do a fifth wheel rather than a motorhome because I think it'll be better to use our TV rather than towing an extra vehicle, and because most...
  2. TA

    Transitioning from Fifth Wheel to Newmar Ventana: Setup, Teardown, and Best Resources

    Hello all, We're moving from a fifth wheel to a 2019 Ventana. There are a lot of similarities, but also a lot of differences in setup/teardown, maintenance, etc. Is there a pinned post or a good website to find a solid process for setup/teardown, such as leveling, running the generator...
  3. CH

    Fifth Wheel Toilet Won’t Hold Water and Burps When Flushed

    My one year old fifth wheel toilet has two issues . One, it doesn’t hold water, even after greasing seal. Two, when flushing, it is burping, like it isn’t getting air. Does it have a roof top vent? If so, could it have gotten plugged? Help with either issue is appreciated
  4. KL

    Towing a 38' Fifth Wheel on CO125 from Wyoming to Granby

    Is CO125 highway recommended for towing a 38' fifth wheel from Wyoming to Granby CO. Will be coming east I-80 from SLC Reflection 324MBS Chevrolet 2500 HD Diesel
  5. FI

    Best Route for a 33' Fifth Wheel from Big Bend to Mesquite, TX

    Hi folks! We'll be leaving Big Bend National Park, going to Mesquite, TX, which is an eastern suburb of Dallas, TX. Is there a logical way to get there without driving across I-20 through Ft. Worth and Dallas? We are pulling a 33' fifth wheel.
  6. DE

    Finding the Junction Box on a 2021 351M Fifth Wheel

    Where is the Juction box located on 2021 351M fifth wheel? How do I get in the pin box? I have the original pin box it came with, trying to see if I have a loose connection because my brakes will work great and then not so great. Thanks
  7. CH

    Are Tandem Axle Fifth Wheels More Prone to Flat Tires?

    We are a month away from a full year owning our first fifth wheel, but have owned TT’s, class A and a pop-up previously. We are currently on our third extended trip of three weeks or more. I will guess that we have put something around 10-15k miles on in those 11 months and just had our third...
  8. SO

    Are Brinkley Fifth Wheels Worth the Luxury Price Tag?

    I've read a lot of commentary on various forums that seem to indicate that the Brinkley brand is somehow a "luxury" brand beyond other competitors; their hype and pricing would indicate that but - As I mentioned in another thread I just had a new Brinkley sit beside me for 2 days as the owners...
  9. MI

    Montana Fifth Wheel Rally at Rio Grande Valley Border 2026

    Well is been a little long and took time,but is happening I will post a copy of the flyer and contac number is a lot to do here in the RGV area Rio Grande Valley is going to be a lot of fun God Bless Jose Rosa 407-721-7885
  10. BO

    Towing a Fifth Wheel Through Nevada Heat in August: Tips for Virginia to Oregon Route

    We are planning our August trip from Virginia to Oregon picking up Route 66 in Oklahoma going through New Mexico and into Flagstaff AZ, from Flagstaff we are heading north through the western side of Nevada which looks like we will be passing through parts of Death Valley. Interested in hearing...
  11. TR

    Best Fifth Wheel Hitch Options for 2021 Silverado 3500 Dually and 43' Sabre

    This newbie (me) just bought both a 2021 Sabre 38DBQ and a 2021 Silverado LB DRW 3500 in the last two weeks. Truck is fifth wheel prepped but looking for the right affordable and dependable hitch. Figured this would be the group to ask... thank you in advance!
  12. DK

    Safely Towing a 40ft Fifth Wheel from Yellowstone West Entrance to Cody, WY

    We are planning a trip to Yellowstone staying in Island Park ID. When leaving we want to head over the Cody Wy. So Looking for advice pulling a 40' fifth wheel thru the middle of Yellowstone from Island Park ID, to Cody, Wy. RV Trip planner has it routed through Yellowstone West Entrance to...
  13. JA

    Towing Experiences With 15,000 lb+ Fifth Wheels: Regrets or Success?

    Hello, We are considering a Pinnacle 32RLTS. We want to travel a lot and are worried it may be to heavy to travel with. Anyone travel with anything 15k pound have trouble or wish you went smaller? Thanks
  14. PS

    Can a Silverado 2500 HD Safely Tow a 12,500 lb Fifth Wheel?

    Morning from Alaska, I'm upgrading to a 12,500 pound (GVWR) trailer from a 10k trailer and I'm wondering if my 2025 Chevy Silverado 2500 HD will need some upgrade to the rear shocks or springs such as a heavy duty bumper or other helper to prevent squat. Any tips or experiences would be...
  15. DRVpuller

    How to Retract Fifth Wheel Steps from Inside for Stealth Overnight Parking

    Definitely for gear heads. Most unpleasant experience boon docking at Walmart overnight. Apparently Walmart policy is site specific now. Because I had to put my steps down and open 2 slide outs just to get around inside, I realized it looks like I am some kind of squatter living there. Class...
  16. BN

    Downsizing from Fifth Wheel to Class B: Experiences and Key Considerations

    My wife and I have traveled all around the western states pulling three different fifth wheels. Our last was a 38+ ft Grand Design. It was a home on wheels and was perfect for someone looking for a second home. We love to travel, but, we tried staying one month in Mesa ... not really our jam. We...
  17. CO

    Fixing Nose-High Fifth Wheel: Hitch and Pin Box Adjustment Tips

    We have a 29rs being pulled with a 2500 GMC. The trailer is really unlevel when being pulled. The nose is way up. The king pin is a Morryde. Any suggestions? Thanks
  18. AZtrailer

    Towing Fifth Wheels With Non-Slider Hitches in Short Bed Trucks: Real-World Experiences

    Hi all, Moving from an 8' bed truck to a 6' bed and wondering what peoples experiences are with non-slider hitches in the shorter bed trucks? Been towing our fifth wheel (Cougar 24RDS) for 5 years now and have never really needed to get it where it was in an extreme angle. I would prefer to use...
  19. ER

    Is My F350 Too Tall for Fifth Wheel Towing? Bed Rail Height, Axle Loads, and Model Picks

    I can't find exactly what I'm looking for, so I'll start a new thread. I've had travel trailers for about 10 years, but new to fifth wheels. I have a couple of specific questions, and I can't even get Google to give me a straight answer! I have a new-to-me 2023 F350 SRW CC 4wd (7.3l) that...
  20. DW

    Choosing the Best Fifth Wheel Toy Hauler Setup for Full-Time Travel Nursing

    Hey everyone new here! My gf and I have decided we want to sell our house and do travel nursing all over the country. I know we need a 3500 HO dually diesel we are looking into the ram or gmc potentially a ford I just know they’re extremely expensive to maintain. We would be living full time...
  21. Jayco26

    Calculator for Matching a Truck to a Fifth Wheel

    I'm considering going from my Class C to a truck and fifth wheel. I will have to buy a truck and match it to the fifth wheel. I'm currently unsure of any specifications of either the truck or the fifth wheel. I was wondering if anybody had a fill in the blanks paper calculator or an...
  22. LE

    Route Advice Eugene OR to Ocala FL

    Looking for advice on which route would be the best route from Eugene Oregon to Ocala Florida in January with a 40 foot fifth wheel. Ty!
  23. DO

    Best Spots in a Fifth Wheel to Minimize Bounce for Safe Storage

    I didn't see a fifth wheel forum so I will ask here. Where is the least amount of bounce in a fifth wheel? I am asking because I want to store things during travel days that should not be bounced around. I known that in the back is the worst. My nerd brains says in the front.
  24. MA

    Backing a fifth wheel into an angled storage spot

    I backed in from the driver-side path you can see in the pics. I am not a very skilled backer. I might have backed the rig along that shed wall out front and then tried backing the trailer in from there to take advantage of the way the storage spot is angled, but I wanted to start with the...
  25. DR

    Using a Fifth Wheel King Pin to Remove a Truck Hitch

    I haven't done it yet but I want to be prepared in case I need the full bed of my F250 some time in the future. For those of you who use the trailer king pin to lift the hitch out of the truck and then put it back in later, I'm looking for any tips or tricks to make the process easier. What...

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