How to Hitch Your Fifth Wheel Campers

Fifth wheel campers are among the most popular towable RVs on the market and are known for their luxurious features. Before you cash in on a fifth wheel, you should brief yourself on the proper hitching technique to avoid accidents.

Price Right RV in Dewitt, and Sterling Heights, MI seeks to provide our customers with the best camping experiences possible. That’s why we’ve prepared this simple hitching guide to help you connect your fifth wheel camper.

Alignment

The first step in hitching is ensuring your truck’s tailgate is lowered. Once this is done your truck is backed up to your trailer, you’ll want to ensure that the trailer kingpin is high enough to align with your trailer hitch. Next, you should make sure that the hitch’s kingpin jaws are open to receive the fifth wheel camper.

Attaching

Now it is time to attach your hitch by setting your trailer to the top line level of your hitch. After, you can ease your trailer into the hitch. Your hitch plate should create the perfect alignment so the connection can be made smoothly. Once the kingpin jaws are locked in place, your attachment should be complete and you are ready for the next step.

Securing

It is vital to ensure the kingpin jaws are properly locked before you attempt to tow your fifth wheel camper. Once this is done you should lock your safety latch and set your safety pin in place. Now you can add any additional safety features and do a quick test of your hitch to ensure you are ready for the road.

Pay us a visit in Dewitt, or Sterling Heights for more details on fifth wheel campers and effective hitching. We’re happy to assist any campers from Detroit Metro, and Lansing, MI as well.