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Nice rig, Always do a pull test, make sure tail gate is down and wheels chocks are in place . Front landing gear off the ground about 2 inches , engage you trailer brake then pull forward a bit, you should not move. The reason for the tail gate down, front landing gear off the ground and wheel chocks are, if you do uncouple your 5th wheel it wont fall on your truck rails or the tail gate and it will not roll away. Good Travels.
From a 2.1million mile truck driver.....YES, ALWAYS do a pull test! Learn to trust your mirrors backing up. If you're unsure at all, G.O.A.L. Get Out And Look!
I would always do the tug test when I owned my fifth wheel as you can see professional, tractor-trailer drivers do the same thing and there’s a good reason for it. Congratulations on your new rig.
If you have a B&W Companion hitch, no tug test needed. You can visually see the jaws clamp around kingpin and arm move back into locking position as you back in and as long as you can install pin into hole with cotter pin in place, there is no way the hitch can disengage. I always still move very slowly forward before heading out. B&W Companion hitch is by far the best hitch in the business. Not sure what that hitch is but it sure isn’t very confidence inspiring. I would do a tug test with that hitch. I would not cheap out on a hitch.
@@michaelfinley9988Doest matter you should always do a tug test but that’s the difference between a professional driver and someone who just pulls an RV 🤷🏽♂️
You can verify the jaws are closed on the king pin too. You should do the tug test every time it’s a good habit to get into. Takes 2 seconds and you know it’s good. You don’t want to find out when you pull into the highway it’s not connected right.
Great job. From a truck driver of 40 years yes do the tug test every time 😊. And just remember that your trailer doesn’t turn as fast as your bumper pull did. Just remember GOAL (Get Out And Look ) and in joy your new trailer. And yes that was a friendly toot from that driver to say you’re doing great 😊. Thanks From Wisconsin
You should consider a 5th wheel tailgate. It will completely remove most of your anxiety about hooking up. Hooking up with the tailgate closed is a game changer.
We have been RVing 16 years. Wife has been a very accomplished Marshall er since I showed her how aircraft marshaller’s clearly signal, no hand waving. But we recently purchased the EarTec headsets, just in time to back up 200 feet around a corner. It was done so calmly and quietly. But a big thumbs up for your first backup in that site. Also I used to carry a long pole saw to trim as we backed up into some of these Corp of Engineer parks.
Congratulations, great job. has a transport driver for 35 years I would recommend always doing a tug test, better to be safe than sorry. Enjoy your fifth wheel. Luc from Ottawa,Canada
One trick I learned is the auto level remembers where you unhitched. You hold the left and right button on the auto level controller at the same time and it raises it to the level you unhitched. I’ve been towing with my Tremor a year since I traded in my RAM, I love it. You can actually check your lights inside the truck in the tow menu. I always do a tug test! I’ve rarely used my slider hitch but it’s nice to have in case. Congrats on the 5th wheel, I’m sure y’all will enjoy the extra space.
We purchase an alliance 30rls last fall. We also stepped up from a TT. On our third campsite on our way to Texas, I went to harbor freight in bought in electric pole saw chainsaw. It will reach 14ft and I don't hesitate to use it when I go into campgrounds.
My husband said great job on your driving and backing in. He has driven truck his whole life and if you have the opportunity backing in on your drivers side is always easier. When hooking and unhooking always try to be somewhat straight with your trailer because the pin box hit your truck bed. And always get out and look and discuss your plan. Safe travel, hope to see you on the road someday. You Got This!!!
Thank you for posting this video. We are about to embark on full time 5th wheeling. Looking at a mega cab Ram which gives a short bed. I came across the automatic slide hitches earlier today. Didn't know that's what you had until I watched your video. I am sold! I'm so happy we can get the short bed truck and still tow the trailer. Thanks so much for putting that in the video.
Congratulations on your new fiver!! With as little clearance as you have with your tail gate down, you may want to look into a fifth wheel tail gate. You dont have to put the tailgate down to hook or unhook the fifth wheel. Safe travels and good health.
When you do your tug test, and I recommend it , your single front jack should be a few inches off the ground so you don't damage it with the pull. We tow a 41.5 foot 5th wheel
Tug test is an essential step! Position the two front jacks one inch off the ground, manually apply the trailer brakes, and tug forward. So important, only takes a couple of minutes versus the alternative of catastrophic disengagement and crushing your truck bed and rig.
I can see my bed. I added a dashcam with the display mounted on the rearview mirror. It also has a rear camera included. I then installed the camera up top inside near the middle sliding door. This helps big time hooking up.
I do the tug test out of habit. I drove a semi for 16 years and I would do the 3 step…. Hitching up listen for the click … tug test and visually inspect. It ticks me off that campgrounds don’t do a better job at keeping trees cut back. I carry pruning shears with me and cut if I can reach them. I doubt they’ll replace your roof if it gets damaged… so I do what best for my camper.
Have pulled with Pullrite slider since 2005 and not worried about tug test. When the latch closes and the handle retracts, I always look from behind to be sure that the latch has totally wrapped around the kingpin.
Congratulations on the new rig! My Dad has the same issue with the camera being on the tailgate while lining up his 5th wheel, so he superglued a small magnet on the end of a collapsible pointer stick (a small dowel would work too) - he sticks it just in front of where the pin goes into the hitch, so when the pin knocks the pointer stick off it is going right into the hitch at the right spot. It's tall enough that you can see it in your rearview mirror and line it up with the hitch. May your new Fifth wheel come with many incredible adventures!
I had tried hitching my breakaway cable to the side of the truck, but then making a 90 degree backin it pulled the pin and locked up my brakes. I now hitch mine like yours. Also, as close as your tailgate is, what some people do is when getting close to to the final click, just close your tailgate.
I painted a white line on the center of the pin box then put black electrical tape markers on my truck's rear windshield and rear view mirror. when you line up the tapes looking into the rear view mirror with the white line on the pin box you are exactly centered. works great.
This might be some old info for you, and if so, sorry for the repeat. When backing up, I make sure I can always see my spotter in the mirrors. I tell them if I can’t see you, I’ll stop moving. Also, when backing into the campground, you did a great job of picking a “pivot point” for you trailer tires and start your turn a few feet prior to that point. Backing a 5th wheel, it’s able to pivot faster than a travel trailer. Also, we have the Avenue 32RLS and love it so far.
So glad she is getting experience on hooking, pulling and backing. You never know when she will really have to do it. Congratulations guys on your new Fifth wheel. Safe travels.
I would put the slider hitch in the back position while you were hooking up. Then slide it forward when all is well. It would eliminate the anxiety you feel about being too close to the RV with the tailgate.
You guys rock! You understand the learning curve and YOU know you will get better. I have never used this style of fifth wheel but tons of miles on a different style. I always verified by site from the back that the pin was totally engaged. I also did the visual every time I stopped. There are some evil people in the world and I wanted to eliminate that risk. Also as you probably already know the first back in you did was called blind backing. Anytime you have a choice I would always back from the other direction. Again you are probably old pros at all this backing stuff but just wanted to throw it out there. So excited for this video and looking forward to the next one. New RV accessory is a pole chain saw.😎
Beautiful coach! We've bought our 340RL in 2020 and have never regretted owning an Alliance RV. Our first year towing a fifth wheel we had a Pullrite slider. I sincerely hope you have better success with it than we had. I couldn't wait to get rid of it. Hitch up was so difficult. If I wasn't completely square and level to the rig, it wouldn't connect. Enjoy your coach. Great job parking!
You guy's did awesome, what I alway's do is try to get the fifth wheel pointed exactly where I want it before backing up then it's usually way less turning you have to do.
I have a Pullrite but not the slider because I have a long bed and at 1st i use to to do a tug test but after a few years I just look at the connection from the tailgate but I can walk behind my tailgate when hooked up. After 8 years the Pullrite is still sold.
Congrats on the new rig, it’s beautiful!! We have the same truck and use the same hitch. I put a piece of yellow tape on the under side of our tonneau cover to help line up the hitch. It helps a lot!
I think you might benefit by trading your current truck for a long bed dually. I have towed with both and the dually is just a better tow rig and much more stable.
Was gonna add, I tow a large enclosed trailer every day and it's like getting up and walking anymore but one thing that was frustrating for me when we got our 5th wheel was I was either too far to the left or right so now Ive found if your basically right in the middle of the road your in the best spot when reversing.
Congratulations on your new 5th wheel. Chris your driving to connect the 5th wheel to the truck and to park was awesome. Wish you all happy and safe travels.
Congrats on the new rig!! Looks awesome!! And awesome driving!! It'll get much more natural with time. A word of advice: the break away wire should be connected to the base rails or something just below the head of the hitch, and invest into a solid headache rack to help protect the cab. After being involved in a major accident while pulling, our fifth wheel hitch head completely sheered off (granted we had an older style Reese 30k, as this happened in 2007). The wire was connected to our chain hooks for our gooseneck ball which allowed the trailer brakes to engage and roll the fifth wheel into the ditch, away from the truck. With the hitch sheered, the rig slammed into the cab of the truck. The headache rack on our hauler bed very much saved the unit from coming more forward. Granted, I never wish that experience on anyone, but being prepared for the worst is always the best course of action. Stay safe, and look forward to many more adventure videos!!
this is amazing thanks guys for such a lovely video and has inspired us to buy such an RV for our December road trip from South Africa to Zimbabwe and we will definitely get this and a rear view 360 video view at the back of the RV
I think you will like the Pullrite SuperGlide...just did our first trip with new fifth wheel, and it went well...just wd40 the rails before each trip...customer service is great at Pullrite too..I have like 3/4" between tailgate and fifth wheel too...too close.
Very nice job! If your Tremor has the 5th wheel prep you. should have a 5th wheel camera, look for the movie camera button on the top row of the infotainment screen. And, yeah that tailgate is tight. We had a 19 F350 cc srw short bed and had (and still have) our Pull Rite auto slider and loved it.
Congrats on your new trailer and ease of transition. Still miss your TT with its efficient floor plan, but I am looking forward to seeing more of this one.
Chris, now that you've had some experience towing this beautiful 5th wheel, do you think you would feel comfortable towing something longer? Like say a 41' 5th wheel? I am so happy for you guys! It's beautiful!
Hey there! I do love our short 33' 5th wheel. Additional length will of course bring additional challenges, but I would be confident taking on the challenge - Chris
Well in 1982 I put my big boy pants on to drive my first semi, fast forward 40 years and a lot of big rigs over the years I hung em up. You did a great job with the fifth wheel! Big girl pants👍😂😂😂alwayds Fun to try something different. Been watching you two for awhile. Enjoy.
Congratulations on your new rig. She’s a beauty. One word of advice, always do the tug test. No brand of fifth wheel hitches are foolproof. Remember Murphy’s Law and happy trails. ♥️
I know that you guys have now been pulling a while, but here is a quick suggestion. I put a wrap of reflective tape (white will do) on the release handle of my Pullrite hitch. When the hitch is locked closed, the tape is right against the body of the hitch. I can, at a glance, check visually that the hitch is locked. Continued safe travels from a member of the famally.
I had a pull-rite, and loved it when I had a short box truck. I am glad to no longer need it as it required a lot of maintenance checking all the bolts for torque. Congrads.
I am new to your channel. I started watching you right around the time you were on RV unplugged I am curious to know why Chris do all of the driving. And by the way, she is a great driver she did very well on parking and hitching up to me.
Thanks! Chris drove most of the time when we traveled in a van. Then I started out towing our travel trailer because I had more experience. We planned to cross train her on towing, but she actually got thrown into it abruptly when I sprained my ankle. I film most of our travel days so it just stuck! 😊 if you search back we have some videos on it.
Check your pull rite documentation. Your hitch rails and the "jaws" need lubrication for the slider to work as you expect it too. It's a can of WD-40, pretty easy. I have the same hitch for 3 years now. I do the tug test. It's just a nudge. Tailgates are expensive.
Thanks! Yes, our truck payload is around 3500 lbs. We still need to fully move in and get properly weighed but a 5th wheel pin weight is around 15-20%. So we should be good to tow around 15,000 lbs.
If you open the drivers door it’s easier to see how far the truck is backing up. Using colored nail polish on the rear window and rear view mirror to make a rifle sight helps as well.
Wow! That is a beautiful trailer! I've been waiting for this video a couple weeks now since I thought you said you'd do it in a week after your last video. I bet you were excited for this moment. That's a pretty close tolerance on the tailgate; you might want to devise a way to keep the tailgate halfway down/up until you get used to hooking it up? As a truck driver, I can assure you bumping the kingpin a bit isn't ever going to be an issue. They're made to take some stress! The automatic fifth wheel is a killer item! On our trucks we have sliding fifth wheels, but they just slide forward and backward, and if you're too far forward you can wipe out mudflaps when turning too much. That's slick. Keep in mind one thing: not every jurisdiction prunes their trees adequately, and often you will run into overhanging trees that will bash the hell out of your front end on that trailer! Be very cognizant of your surroundings while driving!!! I've transported a LOT of heavy equipment over my 47 years as a commercial driver and even though I'm careful, I've taken out some windows on tractors I've hauled because of tree branches that were too low. The front of that trailer will be NO match for a big branch. And obviously you'll keep the AC units in mind since they stick up even more. Geez, guys, this was exciting. So cool to see you moving up and on to the next stage. Beautiful setup. Very happy for you!
You guys did great, but what I do when I get the pin box fully in the truck bed, lined up and plugged into the truck . I put the tailgate up so that if you come in at a little angle, which can hit the trailer and damage the very expensive tailgate, there is no chance to damage the trailer or tailgate. Just what I do to clear my head of any possible conflict. Love both of your energy in this lifestyle and 5th wheel trailers rock in my opinion, for overall comfort in towing and living. Keep on keep'n on! PS, I always do a tug test, even though I know it's connected. It's more for my mental health, which is so important.
Congratulations on your new home. Consider a walkie talkie for communication while backing in. You can get a car wrap for the upper part of your RV to prevent getting pin stripping from the tree
Is the truck new to you also? My 350 has a button above the radio on the dash that you can change the camera from the tailgate to the top of my truck and i can back all the way up watching the pin box. Also out of all the channels out there yours is the first one I have seen using our exact hitch and pin box. Both are pretty good!
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Nice rig, Always do a pull test, make sure tail gate is down and wheels chocks are in place . Front landing gear off the ground about 2 inches , engage you trailer brake then pull forward a bit, you should not move. The reason for the tail gate down, front landing gear off the ground and wheel chocks are, if you do uncouple your 5th wheel it wont fall on your truck rails or the tail gate and it will not roll away. Good Travels.
From a 2.1million mile truck driver.....YES, ALWAYS do a pull test! Learn to trust your mirrors backing up. If you're unsure at all, G.O.A.L. Get Out And Look!
I would always do the tug test when I owned my fifth wheel as you can see professional, tractor-trailer drivers do the same thing and there’s a good reason for it. Congratulations on your new rig.
If you have a B&W Companion hitch, no tug test needed. You can visually see the jaws clamp around kingpin and arm move back into locking position as you back in and as long as you can install pin into hole with cotter pin in place, there is no way the hitch can disengage. I always still move very slowly forward before heading out. B&W Companion hitch is by far the best hitch in the business. Not sure what that hitch is but it sure isn’t very confidence inspiring. I would do a tug test with that hitch. I would not cheap out on a hitch.
I have a Companion and still do the tug test every time. I feel it’s a good practice. Agreed that the B&W Companion is an excellent hitch👍🏻
@@michaelfinley9988Doest matter you should always do a tug test but that’s the difference between a professional driver and someone who just pulls an RV 🤷🏽♂️
Chris, you rocked backing up! I’m sure you all are going to love your new home on wheels! Safe travels!
Thank you!!
So excited for you guys, its all going to be second nature soon. Your seem to be in the right place mentally and you both deserve it. Congratulations!
Thank you soo much!!!! Yes, we are both pretty happy and in good places!
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You can verify the jaws are closed on the king pin too. You should do the tug test every time it’s a good habit to get into. Takes 2 seconds and you know it’s good. You don’t want to find out when you pull into the highway it’s not connected right.
Great job. From a truck driver of 40 years yes do the tug test every time 😊. And just remember that your trailer doesn’t turn as fast as your bumper pull did. Just remember GOAL (Get Out And Look ) and in joy your new trailer. And yes that was a friendly toot from that driver to say you’re doing great 😊. Thanks From Wisconsin
You should consider a 5th wheel tailgate. It will completely remove most of your anxiety about hooking up. Hooking up with the tailgate closed is a game changer.
That would be pretty cool for sure!
We have been RVing 16 years. Wife has been a very accomplished Marshall er since I showed her how aircraft marshaller’s clearly signal, no hand waving. But we recently purchased the EarTec headsets, just in time to back up 200 feet around a corner. It was done so calmly and quietly. But a big thumbs up for your first backup in that site. Also I used to carry a long pole saw to trim as we backed up into some of these Corp of Engineer parks.
Great idea.
Congratulations, great job. has a transport driver for 35 years I would recommend always doing a tug test, better to be safe than sorry. Enjoy your fifth wheel. Luc from Ottawa,Canada
One trick I learned is the auto level remembers where you unhitched. You hold the left and right button on the auto level controller at the same time and it raises it to the level you unhitched. I’ve been towing with my Tremor a year since I traded in my RAM, I love it. You can actually check your lights inside the truck in the tow menu. I always do a tug test! I’ve rarely used my slider hitch but it’s nice to have in case.
Congrats on the 5th wheel, I’m sure y’all will enjoy the extra space.
We purchase an alliance 30rls last fall. We also stepped up from a TT. On our third campsite on our way to Texas, I went to harbor freight in bought in electric pole saw chainsaw. It will reach 14ft and I don't hesitate to use it when I go into campgrounds.
Oh nice idea!
My husband said great job on your driving and backing in. He has driven truck his whole life and if you have the opportunity backing in on your drivers side is always easier. When hooking and unhooking always try to be somewhat straight with your trailer because the pin box hit your truck bed. And always get out and look and discuss your plan. Safe travel, hope to see you on the road someday. You Got This!!!
Thank you!!!
Thank you for posting this video. We are about to embark on full time 5th wheeling. Looking at a mega cab Ram which gives a short bed. I came across the automatic slide hitches earlier today. Didn't know that's what you had until I watched your video. I am sold! I'm so happy we can get the short bed truck and still tow the trailer. Thanks so much for putting that in the video.
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I dropped my 5th one time and now I always do a tug test. You guys are doing great.
Oh no! That would be a tough one to see! Thanks Mike!
Congratulations on your new fiver!!
With as little clearance as you have with your tail gate down, you may want to look into a fifth wheel tail gate. You dont have to put the tailgate down to hook or unhook the fifth wheel.
Safe travels and good health.
Thank you!!
When you do your tug test, and I recommend it , your single front jack should be a few inches off the ground so you don't damage it with the pull. We tow a 41.5 foot 5th wheel
Tug test is an essential step! Position the two front jacks one inch off the ground, manually apply the trailer brakes, and tug forward.
So important, only takes a couple of minutes versus the alternative of catastrophic disengagement and crushing your truck bed and rig.
Yes!!! We are team tug test too! 😊
Recommend getting walkie talkies. Very helpful for backing into more complex spots.
Good call!
I can see my bed. I added a dashcam with the display mounted on the rearview mirror. It also has a rear camera included. I then installed the camera up top inside near the middle sliding door. This helps big time hooking up.
I do the tug test out of habit. I drove a semi for 16 years and I would do the 3 step…. Hitching up listen for the click … tug test and visually inspect. It ticks me off that campgrounds don’t do a better job at keeping trees cut back. I carry pruning shears with me and cut if I can reach them. I doubt they’ll replace your roof if it gets damaged… so I do what best for my camper.
Have pulled with Pullrite slider since 2005 and not worried about tug test. When the latch closes and the handle retracts, I always look from behind to be sure that the latch has totally wrapped around the kingpin.
@@bobkatc9368How could it be hard on the as you call it (landing gear)?
Congratulations on the new rig! My Dad has the same issue with the camera being on the tailgate while lining up his 5th wheel, so he superglued a small magnet on the end of a collapsible pointer stick (a small dowel would work too) - he sticks it just in front of where the pin goes into the hitch, so when the pin knocks the pointer stick off it is going right into the hitch at the right spot. It's tall enough that you can see it in your rearview mirror and line it up with the hitch.
May your new Fifth wheel come with many incredible adventures!
I had tried hitching my breakaway cable to the side of the truck, but then making a 90 degree backin it pulled the pin and locked up my brakes. I now hitch mine like yours. Also, as close as your tailgate is, what some people do is when getting close to to the final click, just close your tailgate.
👍 Thanks!
You weren’t lying about the tailgate being close 😳😳
Congrats, Chris you did a great job towing and backing up!!
Thanks!!
I painted a white line on the center of the pin box then put black electrical tape markers on my truck's rear windshield and rear view mirror. when you line up the tapes looking into the rear view mirror with the white line on the pin box you are exactly centered. works great.
I was on the edge of my seat after watching the intro! Good job recognizing that it wasn't hitched and reseting.
Ahhhhh I bet! 😂 Thanks for being a good teacher! It went so smooth. We’re loving the Superglide so far and looking forward to reviewing it!
Extended the mirrors when towing it helps with driver rear visibility n very Safe when being passed on n blind spot
Congratulations on your new fifth wheel. I hope it brings you many happiness and joy and take you to many destinations safely.
Thank you so much!
You’ll love that slider hitch and once you get the backup camera you’ll realize how much that is a game changer. Have fun and safe travels.
This might be some old info for you, and if so, sorry for the repeat. When backing up, I make sure I can always see my spotter in the mirrors. I tell them if I can’t see you, I’ll stop moving. Also, when backing into the campground, you did a great job of picking a “pivot point” for you trailer tires and start your turn a few feet prior to that point. Backing a 5th wheel, it’s able to pivot faster than a travel trailer. Also, we have the Avenue 32RLS and love it so far.
So glad she is getting experience on hooking, pulling and backing. You never know when she will really have to do it.
Congratulations guys on your new Fifth wheel.
Safe travels.
I would put the slider hitch in the back position while you were hooking up. Then slide it forward when all is well. It would eliminate the anxiety you feel about being too close to the RV with the tailgate.
You guys rock! You understand the learning curve and YOU know you will get better. I have never used this style of fifth wheel but tons of miles on a different style. I always verified by site from the back that the pin was totally engaged. I also did the visual every time I stopped. There are some evil people in the world and I wanted to eliminate that risk. Also as you probably already know the first back in you did was called blind backing. Anytime you have a choice I would always back from the other direction. Again you are probably old pros at all this backing stuff but just wanted to throw it out there. So excited for this video and looking forward to the next one. New RV accessory is a pole chain saw.😎
Thank you! Good advice!!
Beautiful coach! We've bought our 340RL in 2020 and have never regretted owning an Alliance RV. Our first year towing a fifth wheel we had a Pullrite slider. I sincerely hope you have better success with it than we had. I couldn't wait to get rid of it. Hitch up was so difficult. If I wasn't completely square and level to the rig, it wouldn't connect. Enjoy your coach. Great job parking!
Thanks! We've hitched/unhitched about about 8 times so far and we haven't had any issues! 🤞
Always carry extendable Garden clippers. I always did it my 33ft RV! So glad I’m in an Interstate now! Enjoy your new home!
Yes! Thank you!
You guy's did awesome, what I alway's do is try to get the fifth wheel pointed exactly where I want it before backing up then it's usually way less turning you have to do.
I think there is a great demand for TH-camRS to watch Irene charm in each video they make.
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I have a Pullrite but not the slider because I have a long bed and at 1st i use to to do a tug test but after a few years I just look at the connection from the tailgate but I can walk behind my tailgate when hooked up. After 8 years the Pullrite is still sold.
Watching this makes me appreciate my goosebox even more! Nice video.
Congrats on the new rig, it’s beautiful!! We have the same truck and use the same hitch. I put a piece of yellow tape on the under side of our tonneau cover to help line up the hitch. It helps a lot!
Good tip, thanks!
I think you might benefit by trading your current truck for a long bed dually. I have towed with both and the dually is just a better tow rig and much more stable.
Great job backing it in!!! We always have to take a potty break after we park before we set up. LOL Safe Travels!!
Was gonna add, I tow a large enclosed trailer every day and it's like getting up and walking anymore but one thing that was frustrating for me when we got our 5th wheel was I was either too far to the left or right so now Ive found if your basically right in the middle of the road your in the best spot when reversing.
Welcome to the Alliance Family…… you’ll love that hitch we had (2) of them 😊
Great view of the slider. Curious payload of the tremor vs the tongue weight. Don’t forget to extend your mirrors.
Go pro on back of cab and mirrored onto phone in cabin works well. Have done that before when solo
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Wow wow wow !! Great Fifth Wheel !! Looks great !! Nice driving !! Enjoy !! Thank you for sharing this with me. As always BK & BS & BC !!
Thank you so much 👍 BK & BS & BC
Wow great job both of you. I can tell you guys are gonna have that down pat in no time! 👏
I’m so impressed that Chris is driving, towing and backing in!!
Yessss! Thanks!
Irene you do a great job of driving! You guys are a great team!! That slider hitch is great!!!
Congratulations on your new 5th wheel. Chris your driving to connect the 5th wheel to the truck and to park was awesome. Wish you all happy and safe travels.
Thank you!! 😊
Congrats on the new rig!! Looks awesome!! And awesome driving!! It'll get much more natural with time.
A word of advice: the break away wire should be connected to the base rails or something just below the head of the hitch, and invest into a solid headache rack to help protect the cab.
After being involved in a major accident while pulling, our fifth wheel hitch head completely sheered off (granted we had an older style Reese 30k, as this happened in 2007). The wire was connected to our chain hooks for our gooseneck ball which allowed the trailer brakes to engage and roll the fifth wheel into the ditch, away from the truck. With the hitch sheered, the rig slammed into the cab of the truck. The headache rack on our hauler bed very much saved the unit from coming more forward.
Granted, I never wish that experience on anyone, but being prepared for the worst is always the best course of action.
Stay safe, and look forward to many more adventure videos!!
Thats great information! Thank you!
this is amazing thanks guys for such a lovely video and has inspired us to buy such an RV for our December road trip from South Africa to Zimbabwe and we will definitely get this and a rear view 360 video view at the back of the RV
I think you will like the Pullrite SuperGlide...just did our first trip with new fifth wheel, and it went well...just wd40 the rails before each trip...customer service is great at Pullrite too..I have like 3/4" between tailgate and fifth wheel too...too close.
Thanks!
Very nice job! If your Tremor has the 5th wheel prep you. should have a 5th wheel camera, look for the movie camera button on the top row of the infotainment screen. And, yeah that tailgate is tight. We had a 19 F350 cc srw short bed and had (and still have) our Pull Rite auto slider and loved it.
This was a great video. So real and a good video for those who are new to pulling a trailer that even the seasoned need to practice in a new rig.
Congrats on your new trailer and ease of transition.
Still miss your TT with its efficient floor plan, but I am looking forward to seeing more of this one.
Thanks!!
Chris, now that you've had some experience towing this beautiful 5th wheel, do you think you would feel comfortable towing something longer? Like say a 41' 5th wheel? I am so happy for you guys! It's beautiful!
Hey there! I do love our short 33' 5th wheel. Additional length will of course bring additional challenges, but I would be confident taking on the challenge - Chris
Well in 1982 I put my big boy pants on to drive my first semi, fast forward 40 years and a lot of big rigs over the years I hung em up. You did a great job with the fifth wheel! Big girl pants👍😂😂😂alwayds Fun to try something different. Been watching you two for awhile. Enjoy.
🤣 Thanks for this!
Congratulations on your new rig. She’s a beauty. One word of advice, always do the tug test. No brand of fifth wheel hitches are foolproof. Remember Murphy’s Law and happy trails. ♥️
Good call! We always do the tug test! 😊
Congratulations you two! ejoy all the space and continuing your adventures.
Thanks so much!
I know that you guys have now been pulling a while, but here is a quick suggestion. I put a wrap of reflective tape (white will do) on the release handle of my Pullrite hitch. When the hitch is locked closed, the tape is right against the body of the hitch. I can, at a glance, check visually that the hitch is locked.
Continued safe travels from a member of the famally.
Great job Chris on your first time hooking and towing the 5th wheel! You had great guidance. 🎉
😊 Good team work!
I had a pull-rite, and loved it when I had a short box truck. I am glad to no longer need it as it required a lot of maintenance checking all the bolts for torque. Congrads.
Awesome! Thanks!
I am new to your channel. I started watching you right around the time you were on RV unplugged I am curious to know why Chris do all of the driving. And by the way, she is a great driver she did very well on parking and hitching up to me.
Thanks! Chris drove most of the time when we traveled in a van. Then I started out towing our travel trailer because I had more experience. We planned to cross train her on towing, but she actually got thrown into it abruptly when I sprained my ankle. I film most of our travel days so it just stuck! 😊 if you search back we have some videos on it.
Congratulations! Don’t worry so much, you guys did awesome. ❤
Thank you!!!
I know you guys are not lazy. Please don’t start now.
Always always always do a pull test.
Bad things happen very fast.
We did the tug test! It's really quick with the hydraulic jacks and we've been doing it overtime. Cheap insurance for sure! 😊👍
Tremor looks great with the 5th wheeler better then TT
Great job ! Love that combo. Did I get anxiety when your friends showed up to 'help'? Yes, yes I did. Continued safe travels !
🤣 Thanks CoCo!
Check your pull rite documentation. Your hitch rails and the "jaws" need lubrication for the slider to work as you expect it too. It's a can of WD-40, pretty easy. I have the same hitch for 3 years now. I do the tug test. It's just a nudge. Tailgates are expensive.
Congratulations to you. Happy for you both.
I think she did great! Your turn now to do this and her to record 😊❤ proud for y’all❤️
Yes! Thanks!
The trees just giving you love taps 😁
Welcome to the Alliance family. We love our 310RL. You will be old pros before you know it. Looking forward to seeing the solar setup.
Thanks!
Another Chapter! Congrats! Love you guys!! Be careful!
You can pinch the trailer brakes and do the tug test but keep the jacks close to the ground
Great new trailer. How much of your truck payload is used by that huge trailer? Isn’t your truck payload at 3,500 lbs?
Thanks! Yes, our truck payload is around 3500 lbs. We still need to fully move in and get properly weighed but a 5th wheel pin weight is around 15-20%. So we should be good to tow around 15,000 lbs.
Congrats. Amazing towing capacity on your Raptor. Safe travels.
Thank you!
Awesome set up. Love that the colors match.
Congrats again on the new home.
Thank you!
You got the finest made fifth wheel made. wow congrats.
So happy for you folks. Happy trails.
Thanks!
If you open the drivers door it’s easier to see how far the truck is backing up. Using colored nail polish on the rear window and rear view mirror to make a rifle sight helps as well.
Thanks!
Congratulations guys! Nothing like being upstaged by a Basenji!
I was so disappointed that the video ended. That was such a good video, I was so into what you were doing that it ended before I was ready. Lol
Ahhhh thanks Barbara!!! We'll pick back up with the next video! 😊
Wow! That is a beautiful trailer! I've been waiting for this video a couple weeks now since I thought you said you'd do it in a week after your last video. I bet you were excited for this moment. That's a pretty close tolerance on the tailgate; you might want to devise a way to keep the tailgate halfway down/up until you get used to hooking it up? As a truck driver, I can assure you bumping the kingpin a bit isn't ever going to be an issue. They're made to take some stress! The automatic fifth wheel is a killer item! On our trucks we have sliding fifth wheels, but they just slide forward and backward, and if you're too far forward you can wipe out mudflaps when turning too much. That's slick.
Keep in mind one thing: not every jurisdiction prunes their trees adequately, and often you will run into overhanging trees that will bash the hell out of your front end on that trailer! Be very cognizant of your surroundings while driving!!! I've transported a LOT of heavy equipment over my 47 years as a commercial driver and even though I'm careful, I've taken out some windows on tractors I've hauled because of tree branches that were too low. The front of that trailer will be NO match for a big branch. And obviously you'll keep the AC units in mind since they stick up even more.
Geez, guys, this was exciting. So cool to see you moving up and on to the next stage. Beautiful setup. Very happy for you!
Thanks Kai! appreciate the advice! The last couple weeks of buy, selling, moving and a big RV rally really wiped us out!! 😊
Oh my gosh! You made that look so easy. Good job! Congrats on the new home.
Thanks!!!
You guys did great, but what I do when I get the pin box fully in the truck bed, lined up and plugged into the truck . I put the tailgate up so that if you come in at a little angle, which can hit the trailer and damage the very expensive tailgate, there is no chance to damage the trailer or tailgate. Just what I do to clear my head of any possible conflict. Love both of your energy in this lifestyle and 5th wheel trailers rock in my opinion, for overall comfort in towing and living. Keep on keep'n on! PS, I always do a tug test, even though I know it's connected. It's more for my mental health, which is so important.
Thanks for this! We'll look at putting up the tailgate idea!
Nice hitch, but it’s a lot about wheel base. Long bed 8’ is key. new Coach looks great. Enjoy and God Bless. USMC/USAF Ret.
So excited to watch. I check everyday for a new video. Dying to see your new home. I had to jump over to Insta.
Thanks! We're working on the tour! It's been a pretty hectic couple weeks. 😊
I carry a set of pruners and a pruning saw because my 5th wheel is 13'2" and occasionally have to eliminate low hanging branches at a campsite.
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You guys did good for the first time it well get easier that is all I like the goose neck or 5th wheel
Congrats on the new rig and I wish my wife could drive my rig
Congrats to you guys!! Thanks for sharing and happy travels!! ❤Zack & Linda
Damn girl you did great after just a few rounds in the parking lot! Congrats you two. What a difference in space you're going to have.
Thanks!!
Congratulations on your new home.
Consider a walkie talkie for communication while backing in.
You can get a car wrap for the upper part of your RV to prevent getting pin stripping from the tree
Thank you!
If you’re looking for an easy, safe and reliable 5th wheel try the BnW. Very easy to verify connection.
Is the truck new to you also? My 350 has a button above the radio on the dash that you can change the camera from the tailgate to the top of my truck and i can back all the way up watching the pin box. Also out of all the channels out there yours is the first one I have seen using our exact hitch and pin box. Both are pretty good!
I climb on top of the fifth wheel and cut branches. Little folding hand saw
AAron n Chris my advice when at rest stops or truck stops park closer to the grass so you can put the slides out when needed