What are the major disadvantages of owning a 5th wheel or trailer compared to an RV?
Q. My wife and I are considering full time RVing. We saw a nice new RV for 70,000, than noticed that 5th wheel and trailers, which look about the same are MUCH cheaper. Obviously you have to tow the trailers, but what, if any, are the other disadvantages??? Thank You, Brian.
Asked by streetpreacher1611 - Fri Jun 27 00:44:31 2008 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments

A. The biggest disadvantage, as far as I know, is that you're not traveling in your house. You're traveling in a pickup truck. The accommodations in an RV for travel are splendorous compared to a pickup truck. You can take a big crowd along in an RV, and it's huge fun. Not so fun in the pickup. This may not matter to you. It depends on what you're going to do with it. Keep in mind, I'm not saying a motorhome is better - I'm just answering the question that you asked. Motorhomes have a longer list of disadvantages. If I was going to leave my camper parked all the time, I'd rather have a trailer. If I was going to travel all the time, I'd rather have the motorhome.
Answered by Firebird - Fri Jun 27 00:56:35 2008

I own a double wide home in Ruskin Fl and would like to trade it for 5th wheel RV/3 slide outs.How do I post o?
Q. I own a double wide mobile home in Ruskin Fl. I would like to trade it for a 5th wheel RV with 3 slide outs. How can I post this add on the internet?
Asked by msunanny - Sat Jun 13 19:49:58 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. and for more info
Answered by HomeCo outlet - Mon Jun 15 17:33:23 2009

I have a 5th wheel that has an Iowa title. I am selling to a person in TN. How does he get a TN title for it?
Q. I purchased a trailer from a dealer in Iowa. I paid cash and they gave me an Iowa title and bill of sale. I am selling the 5th wheel to an individual in Tennessee. How does he go about getting a TN title for it? What paperwork to I need to provide to him so he doesn't have a problem?
Asked by Keri M - Wed Jan 21 11:37:52 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. the iowa title and bill of sale should be enough, he just takes it too a notary in tenn.
Answered by wolfie - Wed Jan 21 11:45:45 2009

How big of a travel trailer/5th wheel can a Honda Ridgeline PU [5000 lb tow & 600 lb limit on tongue] pull?
Q. I need to know whether the Honda V6 in the Ridgeline is capable of towing a travel trailer or a 5th wheel?
Asked by Walt F - Wed May 7 16:18:37 2008 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. A Ridgeline will not "reliably" tow anything that sleeps more than 4 people as a rule of thumb. A Ridgeline will not tow any 5th wheel trailer at all. Period. No, not even if you take it slow and easy. I have seen a Ridgeline tow a rather large travel trailer before, but it did not look very stable, and it was not up to speed on the highway, so take it for what it is worth. You cannot safely and reliably tow anything that is over 5000 lbs. If you purchase a travel trailer from a dealer, the will not even let you tow it off the lot if the tow vehicle is not rated for the load. Liability and such.
Answered by wizard8100@sbcglobal.net - Wed May 7 16:33:11 2008

Anyone know the California laws regarding passengers riding in a 5th wheel trailer, or any web sights?
Q. that might help. I want to build an open seat 5th wheel trailer to tow my dumb drunk buddies home from the bar behind my VW trike. Thanks I know it is legal to ride as a passenger in CA in a 5Th wheel with direct communication or a visable window, what I am trying to find is a statute # or info as to the trailer set up. I want it to be an open air trailer. We are in Southern California and do not need a top. Thanks again for helpful info
Asked by mybuttstinks2001 - Mon Aug 27 16:22:50 2007 - - 4 Answers - 3 Comments

A. go here at bottom of page is a place to email them.. ask your question. I must say, it is a good one. Side cars are a form of trailer and trailers are allowed but to tow passengers? It's not allowed to have passengers in a trailer towed by car or truck.. You got me curious on this one and got yourself a star. Kudos.
Answered by ? pita ? - Mon Aug 27 16:36:44 2007

I just purchased a 5th wheel camper and looking for a cover for it. What is the best brand/place to purchase?
Q. We have no enclosure to store our camper so we would like to get a really good durable cover. There are so many manufacturers out there and I was wondering if anyone had any strong recommendations on what brand to purchase and where to get it? Thanks!
Asked by cwgrlatheart01 - Tue Mar 16 15:38:10 2010 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Munsterland do a great range of covers,.
Answered by David M - Sat Mar 20 08:01:23 2010

What is the difference & which is easier to tow & back up with: Pop-up, Travel Trailer, or a 5th Wheel?
Q. We are towing a pop-up using our van, we see the trucks out there with traveling trailers and 5th wheels but which one is easier to manuver with?
Asked by chipmunkd - Tue Oct 9 12:36:34 2007 - - 8 Answers - 0 Comments

A. 5Th wheel will always be the easiest, because your pivot point is above or ahead of the rear wheels. As soon as you put the pivot point behind the rear wheels it changes the dynamics. Paul
Answered by Paul the Carpenter - Tue Oct 9 16:43:18 2007

What is the best 5th wheel rv for my family(my husband, me, 4 month old, and my dog) to travel for work?
Q. We don't have to have the best of the best, but we do want one that will last for a while!
Asked by robynandgavin - Wed May 6 21:12:32 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. - here's a good website to look for real good, affordable and quality vehicles from official government auctions! I bought my Honda Accord for just $2250 with a milage of 5,270! And it's been already a year I'm riding my car and it's still doing well! I've recommended it to my friends and all of them are enjoying their used cars and have no problem with it!
Answered by Brynn Shaw - Wed May 6 21:20:18 2009

Whats the best brand of 5th wheel trailers to full time in?
Q. I'm looking to start full timing soon. Right now I have a class A motor home but I think I like the 5th wheels better. My question is what is the best model and make can you get for around 70 thousand dollars? Thanks Right now I'm looking at the cameo F35SB3 made by carriage, anyone know about this rig?
Asked by AEN - Tue Feb 20 18:49:44 2007 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. If you want the luxury and all the bells, go with Montana. Absolutely gorgeous, plenty of room, lots of slidouts (up to four). I see that EBAY has some decent deal if you don't to buy new. I don't think you will be disappointed at all.
Answered by d - Tue Feb 20 18:54:18 2007

Is it legal to install a fuel tank in a travel trailer or 5th wheel for use with an onboard generator set?
Q. The fuel tank is a legal gas transfer tank. It's the kind that you can install in the bed of a pickup truck, to transfer gasoline. The trailer will not have the generator running when it's being towed. Please, provide a link to the source of your data.
Asked by David - Wed Apr 9 01:23:01 2008 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. It sure is... Just as long as you do it in a safe way.
Answered by boogie_4wheel - Wed Apr 9 09:09:27 2008

what kind of 5th wheel hitch do i need to get for a short bed?
Q. I have a dodge 1500 hemi. i am getting a 5th wheel and i know there is a special hitch for a short bed ut i dont know exactly what i need. i am looking for a used one in the local news paper but i dont know what to look for. if there is any one that can help me i would appreciate it
Asked by deshiznit10 - Mon Aug 20 21:12:03 2007 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments

A. short bed i would go get a gooseneck hitch insted and then get a 5th wheel gooseneck coupler insted. if you get a 5th wheel hitch when not in use u r wasting your bed space so if u get a gooseneck hitch B&W has a turn over ball so when not using the hitch you can just flip it over and you can have your bed space back. i just bought a goose neck hitch on monday it was around 360$ and the addapatior is around 300-500$. hope this works for u
Answered by calvin b - Wed Aug 22 18:22:55 2007

Pulling a 5th wheel trailer with a toyota Tacoma 4 wheel off road?
Q. The truck is a 2006 special off road model with 6 speed manual 6 cylinder gas engine. I want to pull a 5ht wheel around 25-26 feet. will this work???
Asked by Ron B - Sun Sep 23 20:29:41 2007 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. You might be alright. That's a powerful truck. Just make sure to pay attention to the numbers. 5th wheels pull nicer than bumper-pull trailers. Just stay under the trailer weight capacity of the truck, make sure the hitch is properly installed and the trailer brakes are properly adjusted (and present!) Make sure the weight on the hitch won't exceed the GAWR of the rear axle. I don't think it will but do check.
Answered by Eric P - Sun Sep 23 20:48:30 2007

whats a 5th wheel mean in a truck?
Q. looking at a deisel dodge ram truck and the description says 5th wheel. what exactly does that mean? theres 4 wheels on the truck..lol. why call the extra wheel the 5th? or why call it a wheel? so fifth wheel is also essential for heavy loads?
Asked by chadweiser - Sat Mar 21 23:21:04 2009 - - 9 Answers - 0 Comments

A. The fifth wheel coupling provides the link between a semi-trailer and the towing truck, tractor unit, leading trailer or dolly. Some recreational vehicles RVs are in a fifth wheel configuration, requiring the coupling to be installed in the bed of a pickup truck as a towing vehicle. The coupling consists of a coupling pin (or king pin) on the front of the semi-trailer and a horseshoe-shaped coupling device called a fifth wheel on the rear of the towing vehicle. Sometimes called a turn-table in Australia and New Zealand, especially if it's a rotating ball-race-bearing type. The term fifth wheel comes from a similar coupling used on four-wheel horse-drawn carriages and wagons. The device allowed the front axle assembly to pivot in the… [cont.]
Answered by Mr. KnowItAll - Sat Mar 21 23:27:27 2009

How to get rid of a 5th wheel?
Q. My roommate and I have two friends who are girls. We have put in all the necessary work, the girls are completely into it, but we cannot get them away from their friend. She is a terrible human being (not just fat and ugly, a complete bitch. No positive qualities in her personality). What is the best way to get her out of the situation?
Asked by The MaleMan - Wed Sep 16 01:29:21 2009 - - 6 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Are your girlfriends trying to ditch her as well or do they bring her along? If they're trying to get rid of her too, then it's easier. Have them sneak out without clueing/telling her. If not, you have to convince them to join you in this fight. Otherwise, it's not likely to happen. Explain to them how much of a downer this other girl is. Tell them that you really don't like hanging with her. Tell them way. Don't make it sound like you just don't like their friend. Maybe you can talk them into trying to improve her outlook on life.
Answered by Wooster Rooster - Wed Sep 16 01:55:28 2009

my husband and i are retirees and live in a 5th wheel-we would like to find the cheapest place to live.?
Q. we are retirees and live in a 5th wheel. the cost of living in Galveston County, Texas is too high. We are looking for an rv park anywhere in the united states that would be the cheapest for groceries, etc. any suggestions?
Asked by nanapapawelsh - Fri Apr 27 12:02:56 2007 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Check out the Valley, around Harlingen, TX. Check your campground guides. Ajo, Arizona isn't bad. Not much there.
Answered by ed - Fri Apr 27 12:14:52 2007

where would I find the proper materials to repair a water damaged wall in my 5Th wheel?
Q. I am having a hard time finding the exact materials or what the materials would be called to replace the interior siding on my RV. Does anybody have any suggestions as to where I can find these materials??
Asked by alison - Thu Jul 2 18:59:02 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. RV shops and boat shops are good places to call for this.
Answered by don r - Thu Jul 2 19:13:22 2009

questions an answers about the 5th wheel on a test at the DPS?
Q. want to take a test on trucks but don't know about the works of the 5th wheel
Asked by richard y - Mon Aug 30 20:32:28 2010 - - 0 Answers - 0 Comments

Does anyone know where to find episodes of the 5th wheel?
Q. I been looking everywhere and can't find any can anyone help me?
Asked by Keifer - Wed Aug 4 02:49:04 2010 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

How well will a 1/2 ton pickup work for pulling a 27ft 5th wheel camper.?
Q. Seems like most people use a 3/4 ton or more but I only have a 1/2 ton. Wondering if it will work even if I have to throw in an add a leaf.By the way it is a CHEVY.
Asked by giiufh - Sun Jun 1 13:18:12 2008 - - 6 Answers - 0 Comments

A. i can say, with experience, due to a stupid salesman, it doesnt work! i work with RVs and seen the attempt at putting a 5th wheel, in a chevy, colarado it was. it was only a 25ft i believe, and it sank the truck to the ground. even IF you fitted airbags or extra leafs, you still have the problem of turning. dont do it, sorry. for one thing, they dont make 5th wheel hitches for most 1/2 tons anyway. for that reason
Answered by uncle_bobs_uncle - Mon Jun 2 21:58:25 2008

repairing the inside of a 5th wheel trailer?
Q. all the inside paneling is off because of water damage and the floor needs replaced do I need a lining(plastic sheeting) between insulation and inside wall? what should I use, paneling or sheetrock on walls? How thick?What are other options finishing the walls? how many inches between the floor joist's? what should I use as underflooring for the hardwood flooring I want to put in? is this enough questions, what else should I be asking?
Asked by tammy m - Wed Apr 2 10:58:14 2008 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. So far you have written a couple of partial sentences, but have not asked a question... What is it you want to know?
Answered by JetDoc - Wed Apr 2 11:03:24 2008