Safety Tips for Hauling Your Fifth Wheel RV

Fifth wheels are sturdy, luxurious, and perfect towable campers for large families on vacation. They feature a unique gooseneck-style hitch that makes them more stable and easier to maneuver on the road. However, you will still want to take all possible measures to boost the security and efficiency of your towing set-up. Don’t worry if you are unsure where to begin—we have you covered.

Practice Makes Perfect

We often recommend that our customers practice hauling their fifth wheel camper in an empty parking lot before hitting the road. This way, you can familiarize yourself with how your model handles and get more confident about controlling it when loaded with your camping equipment and passengers.

Pay attention to your blind spots and practice reversing, turning, and parking your towing set-up until you are ready to travel with your fifth wheel.

Maintain Your Tires

The condition of your tires can go a long way in keeping you safe during transit. You will want to keep them in tip-top shape by maintaining them proactively and regularly.

Inspect the tires on your fifth wheel and towing vehicle and ensure they are ready for your trip. Adjust their air pressure to your manufacturer’s recommendation and check that they have sufficient tread depth. You will also want to check that there aren’t any embedded objects in your tires before hitting the road.

We hope you find this guide handy when hitching your fifth wheel to your towing vehicle. If you need more advice or want to upgrade your camper before your next outing, visit Johnny’s Premier Boat and RV. We are in Theodore, AL, and proud to serve those from Mobile and Grand Bay.