Andy
addresses your questions to help RVers achieve the
best handling and stability.
Q: I’ve towed trailers for many years
and always have been able to adjust the hitch so both
the car and trailer were level. Recently we purchased
a 33-foot Fifth Wheel and a Dodge 2500 quad cab 4x4.
When I connect the Fifth Wheel the truck sinks about
five inches at the back and doesn’t sit level.
I could add air bags or get the springs stiffened,
but that would make the trailer sit high at the front.
If I adjust the hitch so the trailer will sit level,
it wouldn’t have any clearance over the top
of the truck box. I understand I could flip the axles
on the Fifth Wheel to make it sit higher and then
be level. It handles fine most of the time, but it
does bounce a lot more than my travel trailers did
on frost heaves or rough roads. What would be the
best way to get this combination level? Barry
C
A: ...
Q: I have a 21-foot Starcraft Star Lite with
a dry weight of approximately 2,800-pounds that I
pull with a 2001 Ford Explorer with a 4.0L engine
and factory tow package. I’m looking to get
rid of the Explorer. My other vehicle is a 2002 Chrysler
Town and Country with a 3.8L engine. Would my minivan
be a better choice for this trailer? What are your
customer’s experiences with this minivan? I’ve
only seen references to the Freestar/Windstar and
Sienna in past issues. Any help or advice would be
appreciated. Andrew
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