Hey ya'll. My family and I are new to the TT scene. Just bought a 1995 Dutchman 26'. Very good shape and I am pleased with the purchase ...so far. I do however have some questions that I know are rookie questions for most but gotta get over this anxiety before we pull out Friday. If anyone can help, jump on!
1. I am pulling the TT with a 1997 Ford F-150 4.7L 4x4. I have a weight distribution hitch but when I hook it up, my truck drops about 2 1/2 inches. Is that normal. Everyone tells my that it should not drop that much. I thought I tried every configuration. When I crank the trailer up before hooking the chains, I thought I was going high enough. At leat 4" above normal rest.
2. I pulled it last night for a short distance. Of course there are the standard sounds when pulling a trailer but in turns I hear what sounds like chains popping. Is that normal? I have plenty of safety chain.
3. O.k. here is a really crazy question. When at a camp site and there are full hookups, is there any special attachments to use the sewer hose where it goes into the ground? or even at the dump station?
If anyone is wondering, I bought the TT from an individual, not a dealer. Well I am sure I will have many more but defiantely do appreciate the help anyone can give. I am not worried about when I get to the lake this weekend, it's just getting there that is stressing me out! Happy trails. ;D
1. I am pulling the TT with a 1997 Ford F-150 4.7L 4x4. I have a weight distribution hitch but when I hook it up, my truck drops about 2 1/2 inches. Is that normal. Everyone tells my that it should not drop that much. I thought I tried every configuration. When I crank the trailer up before hooking the chains, I thought I was going high enough. At leat 4" above normal rest.
2. I pulled it last night for a short distance. Of course there are the standard sounds when pulling a trailer but in turns I hear what sounds like chains popping. Is that normal? I have plenty of safety chain.
3. O.k. here is a really crazy question. When at a camp site and there are full hookups, is there any special attachments to use the sewer hose where it goes into the ground? or even at the dump station?
If anyone is wondering, I bought the TT from an individual, not a dealer. Well I am sure I will have many more but defiantely do appreciate the help anyone can give. I am not worried about when I get to the lake this weekend, it's just getting there that is stressing me out! Happy trails. ;D