Is it Safe to Tow Fifth Wheel With Slider Hitch Slid Rearward in Maneuvering Position
Question:
can you safely tow your fifth wheel with the hitch set back in the maneuver position?
asked by: Fernando D
Helpful Expert Reply:
If you're at low speeds, such as trying to maneuver around a campground then yes, that's fine. However, it's not safe to operate on the road with the slider slid rearward because doing so transfers the fifth wheel's pin weight behind the rear truck axle. This lightens the weight on the front axle of the truck which greatly reduces steering and braking performance. Since the front wheels do about 75% of the braking, this is very important.
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Curt A16 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ R16 Slider - Dual Jaw - 16,000 lbs
- Fifth Wheel Hitch
- Sliding Fifth Wheel
- Above Bed Rails
- 4000 lbs Vertical Load
- 16000 lbs GTW
- Cushioned Double Pivot
- Standard - Double Jaw
- 17-1/2 - 21-1/2 Inch Tall
- 12 Inch Fore/Aft Travel
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