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- čas přidán 16. 08. 2024
- Hello and welcome to Sunset Seekers! My name is Mike and I hope that you find this video informative and helpful, especially if you are having difficulty learning how to back your rig in to the RV site. I want to first encourage you by saying that you are not alone! I have attempted to give you some helpful tips and tricks I have learned from personal experience that I hope will make you more confident the next time that you find yourself facing the dreaded back-in spot at your next campground!
Pulling in tight on the spot, turning your wheel to the left, being careful not to jackknife, straightening and repositioning, and taking your time are some of the things covered in How to Back in a 5th wheel.
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How to Back in a 5th Wheel (Demonstration for backing all types of trailers) can be used for:
How to back an RV
how to back a travel trailer
how to back a camper
how to back a 5th wheel
backing an RV
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Demonstrations In How to Back a 5th Wheel Trailer include:
Blind-Side Backing
Strong-Side Backing
How to back a trailer into campsite on the passengers side.
How to back a RV into a drive on the passengers side
As stated in How to Back in a 5th Wheel (Demonstration for backing all types of trailers), practice is critical to successful backing, and big empty parking lots make excellent practice areas.
Possibly the most important fact in How to Back in a 5th Wheel (Demonstration for backing all types of trailers) is it does NOT matter how long it takes you to back or how many times you must pull forward and back again as long as you end up backing into the site you want.
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Sir, you could make lots of money making these kinds of videos. Thank you so much! This video has helped me so much. It's the best video I've seen for teaching how to back up a Fifth Wheel! Thank you again!
@@ginadaniel4134 Thank you! I'm am so glad that you found this video to be helpful!!
I did learn something here.... is when you turn your wheel all the way to the left and started to back up... I learned by looking at your video when you turn the wheel to the right was pretty much when the right front peek corner of the RV was pointing at the center of your window and I thought that would be an excellent marker to use the pointy corner of the RV and we're at mines up on the window and then get used to it like shooting pool over and over again, I would also recommend only practicing with a 12-foot wide, because that covers all places
This is the best video I have seen on how to back up a 5th wheel. Thanks!
Thank you for the very kind words and for watching! I'm glad that you found this video to be helpful!!
You made this look easier than parking a T.I.E. fighter in the Death Star.
Best fifth wheel backing video I’ve seen. Thank you for being concise and having exact strategies we can follow. It was so so so helpful to us newbies.
Thank you for those very kind words of encouragement! I am so very pleased that you found this video to be helpful! I made this video almost 3 years ago now and how learned a lot more since then. I plan to make an updated video sometime this year. Thank you for watching!!
I've noticed that other rv owners don't get upset when someone is taking too long. They generally offer to help them. That's my experience anyway.
Although it's true that most RV owners are patient and understanding, it adds to the stress level to have anyone (even a patient person) waiting on you. My skill level has increased quite a bit since I made this video so I don't worry about it as much anymore.
I agree, this has happened with us, the last four times out. And I don't have an issue getting help or hell, let someone else drive our rig
That’s really good to know as we’re about to pick up our first RV a rockwood and go to France in it. We’re in the UK so our roads aren’t as big as the states neither are our camping grounds.
Excellent Video. It was very helpful. I had "One of those days" yesterday attempting to park on my blind side with ALL my fellow campers sitting in their lawn chairs eating popcorn watching the show.
Again, thanks for the information.
ROFL!! We can definitely relate to that! We are very happy that you found this video to be helpful! Thank you so much for the comment and for watching!
Did they offer to help?
Great video.
Some things I have learned from over the road driving
Pull to the side you are turning into ( tight as you call it) then turn so you are angled away at the last few feet ( this will do 2things 1) start the trailer headed toward the spot. ) keep the trucks front end from hitting something,or going into a ditch.
When backing up always remember ( where the nose (front bumper) goes the tail ( rear of the trailer) goes.
where your tires(axles) are positioned on the trailer will determine how fast/sharp. Or slow/long your trailer will turn, and not how long it is. And watch out for overhang/outswing with axles that are mounted forward.
On 90% of big truck side view mirrors you will see
GOAL
Get
Out
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Look
Like you said,if you have to get out and look 100 times to put it in your head ,it's better than one accident to write up and RUIN everyone's trip.
If everyone would learn the basics in a deserted parking lot there would be less accidents and more fun for everyone. Thanks for doing the video,if only one person learned enough so they don't tear something up ,than it was worth all the effort you put into it.
Lining up the distance forward with the cone and the rear edge of the 5er on the tighter turn into the 12 space seems to have helped a lot. - Thanks for that pointer. The issue I usually have is that the road in front of the site is not wide enough to make the turn or to pull forward, especially if there are campers with trucks parked directly across from the spot I'm trying to back into!
4 years old and still a great video!! Thank you.
That is very kind of you to say! Thank you!
Nicely done! I've been pulling a 5th wheel for years and have gotten pretty good at backing. But I always fly by the seat of my pants. More intuition and guess work than anything else. This gives me something to think about. I recently purchased a new (much longer) 5th wheel. I think I'm going to go get a couple cones and find an empty parking lot. Thanks for the time and effort you put into this! The next time I back this thing, I'll look like a pro!
I definitely know the value of getting in some practice at a parking lot with the cones! It's just a good idea even for someone like you that has loads of experience. A new rig may handle a lot different from what you are used to. I have learned a great deal since making this video but I know that I could still use a little practice! Thank you for the kind words and for watching!!
Just got a 5th wheel and your video was very helpful. Thanks for making it.
I am so glad that you found this video to be helpful!!
This is a fantastic video! Thank you SO MUCH. I just picked up a 40 ft 5th wheel and was pee-pants nervous about pulling this beast around, much less backing it into a space. Your explanation was clear, well explained, and made a ton of sense. Thanks again, you rock!
Thank you so much for the kind words and for watching!! I am so glad that you found this video to be helpful!!
Thank-you for this video. I’ve had my 33 ft 5th wheel 3 years. We take it out at least once a month. This past 2 months I’ve lost all confidence I had built up, backing into sites. Even the easy ones. Last month after 5 failures in a really tight campsite and getting frustrated, I drove around the park 5 times to let cars pass. I was finally rescued by a truck driver. He put it in in one try, perfectly between 4 trees. He gave me some tips that day that I have found are very much in line with your video.
The wife and I have taken the trailer out twice this week and my confidence is returning. One more practice in a few days should do it! My hats off to you and your step by step instructions. It works!
Outstanding! I'm so glad to hear that your confidence is returning and that you found this video to be helpful!! My father-in-law is a truck driver and I've gotten some help from him over the years as well!! I can certainly relate to the frustrating day that you described--That is the whole reason that I made this video a few years ago--I had a very similar day to yours at a state park where the camping loop was one-way and as soon as I started trying to back in to one of the most difficult sites I've ever attempted before, there were 3 or 4 RVs that pulled in to the one way loop behind me and were waiting on me to back in (as if I didn't have enough problems!! LOL!) I've learned a lot since making this video but since I am not a full-timer and only camp once a month on average, I often times still feel like I'm out of practice when I get to the campsite.
What tips?
@@lloydthomas2896 basically same as the video. …Learn the turning ability of your truck (my steering wheel turns 1 3/4 turns), practice different scenarios, have spotter use agreed upon hand signals. Have spotter watch the tail swing. Make small adjustments so you don’t over steer. Figure out how sharp you can turn your rig. (I can do 90deg with my Pullright sliding hitch) Get out and look, several times if you have to!
BTW, a funny thing happened when I was practicing the last time. Some guy showed up and was distracting me with pointers on how to back in. He stayed at my drivers window making suggestions. (just like when camping!) When he saw me nail it in one shot with 12 ft wide cones and an 85deg back in, he got real quiet, then asked how I learned that. I turned him on to your video!!!
Love, love, love your video! Easy to understand plain English. Concise and great visual.
(I am a solo female RVer with a 34 foot 5th wheel. Backing into spots is always a challenge. So many also require 'blind' side approach.) Can't wait to try your techniques!
Thank you!!!
We are so excited that you found our video to be helpful!! Thank you for watching!
When picking sites (if the online map is clear) I'll pick one that's not on the blind side. Maybe I should stop doing that & find a parking lot & cones.
One of the nicest looking trucks I have ever seen.
Thank you so much! I am proud of my truck!
Thank-you very much for this video. I have used and reused this again and again with success!
Outstanding! I'm so glad that you have found this video to be helpful!! Thank you for watching!!
That's why I reserve a pull thru, lol. Great analytical approach, I love it! 🤙
Why can't they ALL be pull-thrus!!?? LOL!
Hahaha
That’s why I google earth campgrounds and look at sites before booking
Love my “short” Grand Design 26’. Learned valuable pointers beyond my own “figure it out”. Thanks. Maybe I’ll avoid having to replace my rear window a second time…
I watched this video 8 months ago and practiced a number of times. I had bought a lot in a RV golf resort that requires 90 degree backin on a narrow street. I have a long bed 4 passenger Dodge dually and 30’ 5th wheel. Dynamics a little different because of longer truck and shorter RV. I did a good job of getting it in, had to dodge a tree, and neighbor spotted me but I would have been fine anyway. I use cones for guidance even if I can use a curb or driveway for site line. I guess it’s a comfort factor. I live in a cul-de-sac, I have to complete a circle before I can line up and back up and I continue to you use cones even after 2 years. BTY I LOVE my DODGE dually!
Thank you for watching!! I have learned a great deal through experience since making this video and plan on making an updated video some time this year. I'll always be a Ford man but Dodge trucks (aren't they called "RAM" trucks now?) are pretty awesome and have won Motor Trend's truck of the year like 6 times in a row now I think. Thanks again for watching and for the feedback!!
I totally agree. Best video I've seen for backing up my fifth wheel. I hate to admit this. I normally pay someone in the park to do it for me. I have 38 years of military experience know all about it. Backing up a trailer nothing. Thank you so much! Your greatly appreciated!
I am so glad that you found this video to be helpful! Thank you for the kind words and for watching!!
Great video and very clear instructions. I can’t wait to try it. Thanks
I'm so glad you found this video to be helpful!!
Good video. I pull a TT, looking at a 5er. Two more points. G.O.A.L. Get Out And Look! 2.) If you are in danger of the 5er breaking out your window then you have more problems then just backing up. Also, work and practice with you spotter so you are both talking about the same things.
You are correct on the terminology
" Blind Side backing" The shorter the trailer the more responsive it is when turning into a parking spot. I will only suggest Blind Side backing once you have driver side backing down packed.
It's ok to have someone spot you when doing Blind Side backing. Better safe than sorry. I'm a class A Commercial Driver. I drive a triple axle tractor and only pull 53' trailer's everyday. Some places I pick up at I can only backup on the Blind Side. I can only suggest practice, practice, and practice!
I like your video, great information.
Thanks for watching!! Yes, I have learned quite a bit since buying my 5th wheel a little over a year ago but there is no better teacher than experience. My father-in-law is a truck driver and can back his 40 footer in to any spot and makes it look easy! It's kind of annoying! LOL!
Thank you for this video. The advise given was very helpful. We got a site in an RV resort that had skinny sites, but your instructions let me put my 38' 5th wheel right where I wanted it. Thanks again.
Outstanding! I am so happy to hear that! I'm glad you found this video to be helpful! Thank you for watching!
This is the best video I have seen to date by far ON BACKING UP THANK YOU.
Thank you so much for the kind words and for watching! I am so glad that you found this video to be useful!
Thanks for the video. I learned a few more things with your more analytical approach. I like the window screens.
I am so glad that you found this video to be helpful! The window screens are just cheep windshield visors that we picked up from a dollar store! They have since faded pretty badly and we really need to replace them now. Thank you for watching!
I just want to take the time to thank you for this video. I’ve pulled a travel trailer my whole life and we just got a 5th wheel a few months ago, and I’ve struggled to back it in a lot correctly. I’ve searched and searched for videos that gives a proper instruction on how to back a 5th wheel, and none were as good and helpful as yours. This is a great tutorial that you’ve taken the time to provide for a lot of people, thank you. I went out and practiced today and got my trailer in the spot correctly the first time following your instructions. 👍🏻
It brings a smile to my face and joy to my heart to know that you found this video to be helpful!! Thank you so much for the very kind words and for watching!!
Finally! An instructional video from a guy I can relate to. Thank-you Mike! You addressed all my concerns.
I am so happy that you found this video to be helpful!! Thank you for watching!
This video definitely helps. Being the owner of a 46 foot Fifth Wheel, it has been challenging. Most of the campsites I have backed into have been fairly easy. But when I get home, I have to back into my drive from a narrow road with a 90 degree angle. I will take some of your tips and see how it goes the next time.
This video was part of my learning process as an RV newbie. I'm glad that you found this video to be useful! Thank you so much for watching!
I've been pulling a 33ft 5th wheel for 3 years now and have become moderately adequate backing into most sites. Although I tend to use as much space across from the spot as I can. I watched your video after several exhausting attempts backing into a camp site or our storage location. It was very helpful!! I'm on the way to pickup our new rig that is several feet longer and finally found your video again. After watching it several times I feel like I'm ready.
Outstanding! I'm so glad that you found this video to be helpful!! I've learned a lot since making this video and one day I need to make another one of these for an update! Thank you for watching!!
Thank you! This is exactly the type of video I've been looking for.
Had an audience the first time backing my 5th wheel in , mind you I am an 88m in the military and have experience backing bigger rigs , but they respond totally different . Take your time guys creep it in there it took me 3 attempts to stick it , great video !
Thanks for the kind words and for watching!!
I’m going to be starting out this year with my 20’ bumper pull, but I’m starting my research now so I can upgrade to a fifth wheel in a year or two (depending on finances of course). I learned years ago that when backing a trailer “right is left & left is right” and that has served me well over the years. However I have never pulled, or backed, a fifth wheel. So I appreciate very much that you are sharing your knowledge with us. I’m starting my education with hitches at this point. Brands, styles, weight ratios, stability, etc. so maybe some day I can thank you for encouraging me “way back when “. Bless you and your family. May you always have safe travels with great adventures.
Thank you so much for the kind words! We hope that you enjoy your RV adventures regardless of what rig you have. You'll be a pro at all of this before you know it! I have learned a great deal since making this video and plan to make another one to correct a couple of things that I could have explained better or elaborated on. We pray blessings to you and your family as well!
Just purchased a 2021 Fox Mountain 235RLS 28' Fifth Wheel and a 2014 Dodge Ram to pull the rig. Can't wait to digest all your 411 and then go practice. (slow down the breathing, go slow and don't worry about who's watching) : )
Congratulations on your new rig!! I hope you find this video to be helpful! Thanks for watching!!
Thanks. I will practice using your skills.
Well done. I’ve always been good at backing. BUT. I have a new Fifth wheel coming soon. Each unit requires training. Thanks for the pointers.
Great video! One thing that I learned when I was in the military was to place my hand at the bottom of the steering wheel and then turn it in the direction I wanted the trailer to go. This precludes the driver from having to think of which way he/she needs to turn the steering wheel to make the trailer go in the direction needed.
Thanks for the tip!!
I love this video!!! It reminds me of how hard it was to learn backing a trailer in truck driving school. It's amazing that there aren't more videos about this subject. I don't think people really appreciate how hard it is to get backing right. For most people, backing skills don't come naturally.(myself included) Thanks for the vid. Love you guys.
I'm no expert, but I have learned a lot since getting our 5th wheel. I'm certainly a lot more confident now about getting my rig into a tight spot!
It's good to see that you are able to back your 5th wheel up - but as a very Newbie - I need to know to work/move my steering wheel on the truck also.
Superb video and well spoken , easy to understand for a french canadian guy as myself and I did jacknife and broke my window, not fun at all!!! so be careful and take your time. tks again...
Great video. I face the exact situation that you demonstrated backing my 5th wheel into my drive way at home. I have struggled to say the least. Sometimes it works, sometimes it doesn't. I am anxious to try your method. Thanks for the help.
I have learned a great deal since making this video and I'm sure that you will get better with practice too! Thanks for watching!
#5 is KEY!
Without seeing this video first, I struggled to get my 5th wheel into position AND that was on the DRIVERS side (not the blind side) AND it was at an angle. LOL.
anyway your tips are valuable. Thanks.
There is no better teacher than experience! Thank you for watching!
Extraordinary video. Thanks for taking the time to do this.
thanks we just bought a fifth wheel and my husband is anxious about backing it up
I hope this video helps!! Thank you for watching!
Everyone with a new fifth wheel should do this type of practice
I certainly agree! Thank you for watching!!
Wow thank you for that video. I have an artic wolf also but I use the Anderson hitch so the physics are a little different.Two weeks ago my wife and I were parking for the first time with several people waiting to get by! Very nerve racking and not pretty. We will get out this weekend and practice what you have shown us. thanks again happy camping.
Been a travel trailer owner for a long, long time. Had no problems backing it, even though it was 35 feet long. Three weeks ago purchased my first fifth-wheel at 41 feet long. I practiced in a parking lot initially backing first. I felt like a total child at the wheel. Not frustrated, just trying to figure it out and I was all over the charts, but finally got in between my two markers.
Since then, been camping 3 week-ends, each campsite has been different, but I made it in. Also, have to back into my drive way at home, I did it. Still though, I was looking for the key to make it more consistent. I've been doing it wrong for sure, but the last campsite, where I'm at right now, I tried hugging the driver's side (drivers side back in), and pulled the rear of the trailer slightly forward of the turning spot, or desired pivot spot. Trailer tires still went in the grass, but it was the closest and best back-up yet.
Your video confirmed my hunch how it should work. I think I might have been too far forward and didn't turn the wheel sharp enough. At 41 feet, I've got a lot of tail swing, which is kind of deceiving.
Your video and instruction , I think, gave me the assurance I was on the right hunch. Like you said in the video, every rig is different. I need to find that sweet spot distance now. Fortunate, I have access to a large parking area, and will do some more practicing before returning home this week-end.
Thanks for the video. By far, one of the best I've seen yet on the simple, "how to" do this.
I am absolutely thrilled to hear that you found this video to be useful!! This is my first RV and I had a lot to learn! There were two camping trips in particular that were very stressful on the first day backing in to the spot. My wife and I were both on edge and squabbling with each other, and although I did manage to get my rig into the spot on both occasions, it almost didn't seem worth it at that point! LOL! The last of these incidents convinced me that it was time to get some much-needed practice. The church parking lot was a wonderful place to finally get the feel for my rig, with no wife to stress me out and no impatient campers waiting on me to move. I am very glad that I took the time to do this! Thank you so much for your comments and for watching my video!
Thanks. This is the best lesson in backing a fifth wheel up that I have seen. I readily admit to being the world's worst at this task. I'm no stranger to letting someone who is telling m how to do it get in and do it for me.
Thank you so much for the kind words and for watching! I am very much a novice myself and I needed some help that I couldn't seem to find on CZcams at the time, and so I decided to make my own video. I have since found some very comprehensive and informative videos but they are all around 40 minutes to an hour long! I plan on making a few more backing videos in the future and I am going to keep them under 15 minutes.
@@SunsetSeekers Glad to hear it. Got you a new sub. BTW, I drive an '95 F-250...
@@watermain48 Outstanding! Welcome to the channel! I'm glad you have a Ford--that makes me like you even more! LOL!
Awesome video … you've given me a solid plan of attach! It's the starting point I needed to anchor this concept.
I am so glad that you found this video to be useful! You'll be a pro in no time! Thank you for watching!
Thanks for the video! First time 5th wheeler. My driveway is pretty tight on busy road. Took one time and then straightened out. I'm actually more comfortable with blind side backing.
Congratulations on the new 5th wheel! I'm glad you found this video to be helpful! Thanks for watching!!
First of all watch where your tires are going, hold the wheel at the bottom (6:00) if you want your trailer to go left, holding the bottom of the wheel move your hand to the left (clockwise)if you want the trailer to go right, holding the wheel at the bottom move the bottom of the wheel to the right, start from about 5’ to 6’ from the curb and the end of the trailer about 10’ to 12 ‘ pass your spot, and be mindful of the swing of your trailer because you do t want the swing to take out your neighbors picnic table or a tree
New at this.. My first time, it felt like everyone was yelling .. hey sweetheart bring 2 beers. But that wasn't the case. Impressed how fast they respond. Thanks!
LOL! You'll be a pro before you know it! Thanks for watching!
Thanks for the video, just bought a fifth wheel. Love that FORD death wobble eh?? lol My RAM 2500 is doing its job so far...
Friend...this video was great for me. I have a new and first 5th wheel and have had backing challenges with it. Your method for a 90 degree campsite back in worked first time for me. I also used my church parking lot to practice in. Thanks so much.
I am so happy to hear that Larry! That puts a smile on my face! I'm glad you found this video to be helpful!!
@@SunsetSeekers My next skill is to hit the diagonal parking sites on the first try. I caught your quick comment on possibly pulling a little further forward before starting the turn. I will be practicing that and other maneuvers this weekend.
@@lpclimber31 Awesome! Let me know how it goes!!
Impressive. I always have such a difficult time.
9 years ago, I borrowed my son-in-law's 5th wheel RV and chevy 3/4 ton short bed truck with 20 gallon tank. We were trying to decide if we want a Class A motorhome or a 5th wheel to live in full time. One trip, 250 miles and one campground parking trip and the decision was made. Class A was the winner. It took me 45 minutes to park this thing and 3 go arounds to start over. I had people coming out with their lawn chairs and taking pictures. It was a mess. I had one guy come out to give me a hand and guide me back in. He was worse at it than me. I finally had to tell him to go away. His only concern was that I not hit his RV. When I finally did get it in the parking spot, it was the wrong slot. I just went to the front desk, told them I'm taking the spot that I parked in and if they had a problem that they could come and move it. I stayed 2 days and left. A couple months later, we flew to Florida and bought our class A. 5ers are just not for me. If I had to park another one, I'd start drinking again.
ROFL!! I can relate to your frustration! I had my reasons for picking a 5th wheel, but learning how to back it in to a spot is definitely the major drawback to owning one. On one of my last trips to Lake Claiborne State Park, it took me about 20 minutes to get it into the spot, meanwhile I have about 3 other RV's behind me on a one way loop impatiently waiting for me to back in to the spot! I have never felt so incompetent in my entire life! LOL! After that, I decided that I would get some much needed practice before I went out again! We are thrilled to have a new subscriber! Thank you so much for watching!
Jimmy Kidd Exactly why I’m watching these videos. We are planning to buy Fifthwheel this spring and I’m worried for my husband. He has experience pulling all kinds of vehicles trailers etc. This will be our HOUSE on wheels and I’m a bit anxious. Love your story! 😂😂😂👍🏻
Thank you so much for watching! We are humbled by the positive response to this video and we hope that it continues to be helpful to people! We hope, and believe that the anxiety will quickly fade and you and your husband will be RV pros before you know it!
Sunset Seekers Thank You!
Lmao!!! Hahahahahaha! It is very frustrating when trying to back a truck n trailer...your common sense has to work in reverse in a sense. Its very true...the length of the rv makes all the difference! You've already got your class A...but heres my lil tip...the longer the distance between rv tires and rear truck tires...the longer it takes the trailer to respond. 😊
Recently upgraded from a 36 pull behind to a 40 fifth wheel. It certainly is a different adventure from the 10,200 to the 17K in the weight but the backing of the two different style coaches seams to be a bit different as well, which brings me to you tube this morning and needing to get it into my RV driveway with only a couple feet width to spare.
Started my adventure last night after dark. Then decided to head over to the local parking lot and "give it a try". The reaction from one to the other is pretty extreme, it seems so far. Now th sun is out and I need to make this happen.
Your video has given me some great information. I appreciate you.
I'm no beginner in backing up a trailer, just a fifth wheel. I think I'm dealing with the space difference behind the wheels as my obsticle at this time and practice always makes the perfection.
I am so glad that you found this video to be helpful!! I have learned a great deal since making this video. I plan on updating this vid some day--I just haven't gotten around to it yet! It sounds like you will be a pro in no time with your huge 5th wheel!! Thank you so much for watching!!
New Sub.here. We have a 38' Montana with a SD 350 crew cab long bed one very long rig😂 I look forward to backing in (once I got more confident in my ability).We find that the back in spots are usually nicer in most parks! Now that I have been schooled by you I can't wait to get back out and get after it!👍🏻You my friend are a very good teacher! I think a lot has to do with the distance from axle to rear of rig. We did have an issue at a state park where the road was too narrow with trees on the driver's side and couldn't make the turn in. Had to find another spot that flooded after it rained the next day. We still had a great time!!! Keep the instruction videos coming!✌🏻️🎅🏻🎅🏻🎅🏻
We are absolutely thrilled to have a new subscriber! I'm so glad that you found this video to be useful, that was my hope in making this video--that it would benefit others like me that needed help on this subject. So far we haven't had an incident like you described where we weren't able to make it into the campsite but our difficulties getting into our spot at Lake Claiborne State Park is what prompted me to make this video. Thank you so much for watching and subscribing!
I used this technique, and it really does work. It took me less time to back my fifth wheel in compared to my travel trailer.
Outstanding!! I am so glad that this worked for you!! Thank you so much for letting me know that and for watching!!
good job.We just got a new 40 foot trailer.this is one of the better videos i have seen todate
Outstanding! Congratulations on the new RV! Glad you found this video to be helpful! At the time that I made this video, I couldn't find any videos out there that were super helpful to me. I've learned a lot since making this video!
This is a great video. I STINK, at backing my rig!!
LOL! I kind of stunk at backing my rig too! That's the main reason I made this video! I've learned a lot since then! I can tell you from personal experience that you will get better with practice!! Thank you for watching!!
Thanks. Helped me a lot!
You may have put this video on CZcams some time ago, however, very well done! I was very impressed. I will try it next time I have to park my van. But then again, I will find a parking area to practice first.
I have learned a lot since making this video and one day I will make another updated video. Thank you for the kind words and for watching!!
Great video! Many thx. Just bought a fifth wheel for UK use, so roads are smaller, spaces are smaller, and I’m on the wrong side of the road in a RAM left hand drive. Some challenges ahead but this has been very useful! Thanks again 👍🇬🇧
I am so glad you found this video to be useful!! Thank you for watching!!
My travel trailer is 34 f and I found your video one step to be a pro backing the trailer..
Thank you so much for the kind words and thank you for watching!!
Great video. Just got our fifth wheel delivered the other day and waiting for my three peat motor trend truck of the year RAM 3500 SRW crew long bed to be built. Longer wheel base but the same principles should apply.
Outstanding! Congratulations on your new rig! RAM makes an awesome truck! I like the looks of them too!
This is a great informative video. You didn't try to give out too much information. I was most curios about how you determined when to start your turn. I would also like to see a video on making turns at intersections, mostly right turns as they are usually tighter if turning onto a single lane road.
Thank you so much for the kind words and for watching!! I positioned my rig about 3 feet forward of the spot and turned my wheel all the way to the left to begin my turn into the spot. That part is pretty straight forward but when to roll out of the turn depends on a number of different factors like: the turning radius of your rig, the size and length of the spot, and any obstacles that may be in the way. As far as turning at intersections, I'm afraid I can't really give you any more wisdom other than to make as wide a turn as you can. I'm still a newbie at this and I'm learning as I go along! I plan on putting together more future videos on the subject as my knowledge and experience grows.
Good video. One suggestion, either a wider shot or a split screen so we can see how you are turning your steering wheels.
Thank you very much for the suggestion and for watching our video!
Thank you. That’s a helpful video. I think you confusion about best pickup truck will improve as you observe better pick ups such as Ram. But that said I really appreciated the help. Thanx again. Best
I agree.
Great video been pulling a 5th wheel for years and my backing is not my forty, your video is right on!
Thank you so much for the kind words and for watching !!
best of advice i can give anyone learning how to back up a trailer
every trailer is different, some just a lil and others ALOT. Go out and practice, youll get it down in no time
You drive that thing like a champ. Great video. I learned a lot.
Thanks for the very kind words and for watching!!
I would recommend in some case NOT pulling in tight on the spot especially if you have a lot of rear overhang like this RV does or if there is someone parked next to you. If you start farther away from the hole it allows for the backswing (overhang) to straighten out (enter at a better angle) without risking hitting the person parked next to you. As the video shows his axles are between the cones but his RV and truck are not. This works fine if you aren't backing into a tight spot. If the rear axles are all the way to the back like a semi trailer starting closer to the hole is ok.
Just about to do this. This was very helpful. I can parallel park anything. This is very different but similar. I’m gonna nail this.
I am so glad you found this video to be helpful!! I think you will be a pro before you know it! Good luck and thank you for watching!!
Thank you for this video. I'm going to go find a parking lot and practice the tips you showed. I needed help!
I'm so glad you found this video to be helpful! Thanks for watching!!
Just purchased my first RV, a 36' Montana 5th wheel. Been driving tractor trailer for 25 years so I think I'm all set. I just have to take the 12' long tail into consideration.
I love Montana 5th wheels! One of these days, if I decide to upgrade from by 31 footer, I will likely buy a Montana! I was a complete novice when I made this video but my skills have improved a great deal since then. Thank you for watching!
Thank you so much for this!
I am so glad you found this to be helpful!!
Love the trial and error experiment! I'll look past the Ford comment :) We just got a 5th wheel so I've been worried about backing in but this really helps!
We are about to make the plunge and this was helpful, thanks.
I am so happy that you found this video to be helpful!! Thanks for watching!!
Great video you are the first one I have seen where you set up your trailer wright. The blind side back is the most
Difficult to do.there a oth
There is an other way do the same set up as the back of trailer gets to the center of spot turn you truck to the center of the road.then turn back to the side where your trailer is going in.that will set the back of trailer at the Wight
Angle to put in the spot.the only thing if the road is to narrow it will not work.
So basically your truck is going to make
An S.the longer the trailer the slower it will trun.the shorter the faster the trailer will turn.be safe in your travels.
Dude i'm thinking of doing this and i'm a serious student to the game. I am a clothing designer and will be operating online, i have Nelly (my cuz) & Snoop Dogg as models. So, i'll use a "Fifth Wheel" promote my clothing all over the states. I even have bullet proof curtains ready for the rig. lol I have things like a make shift hospital. lol I have a ham radio can talk over seas, where there is no signal. I have a repair center for the Fifth Wheel on board, even air tools and compressor. lol Night vision, heat sensors, top of the line E-rated spare tires, first aide kits, fire extinguishers, extreme weapons, welding eq & craftsman tools of all types. Thank you for the tips.
One tip that really helped me is grab the bottom of the steering wheel and turn it in the direction you want the back of the trailer to go! ✌🏻🇺🇸
Sounds like a great tip!! Thanks for watching!!
Great instructional video Mike. Thanks for the pointers....Tony
Thanks you so much for the kind words and for watching!!
I’ve towed with Ford ,Chevy and Dodge OK trucks. But now we owned a 2019 Nissan Titan XD with the Cummings diesel which I think is the best truck we’ve owned 50,000 miles flawless.
The terms we use in the trucking industry is for the passenger side is blind side and driver side is sight side
One thing I noticed was being aware of "tail swing". That is how far the coach behind the wheels went beyond the orange markers. One may be concerned with this when backing into a tight storage situation.
Great tip Michael! Thanks for the comment and for watching!!
Thanks for the video this will be very helpful God Bless.
Excellent and I actually got it!
Outstanding! I'm so glad you found this video to be helpful! Thank you for watching!!
Thank you for sharing this information. Very helpful!
I am so pleased that you found this information to be helpful!! Thank you for watching!!
Thank you so much for sharing your experience and knowledge. I haven't even learned to back up yet, and I noticed last night when checking out a park I have reservations at that it will require blind side backing up at a 90-degree angle and 14 feet wide. Yikes! Thank goodness my RV is only 25' long.
One thing I might note: You kept referring to "rig," and at least in the Pacific Northwest we refer to the truck as the rig. It took me a while to figure out that when _you_ say "rig" you mean the RV. 🙃
Mike you are starting the right way practice in a save area the more you do it the easier it's going to get. The setup is the most important thing use all the room you have you should 15 to 20 farther forward and divide the road in half at least more if you can your to close to the cones you don't want to finish the backup with near a 90 degree jackknife. I have never backed a 5th wheel but I have backed up a tractor trailer blindside hundreds of times I don't know exactly what you can see thru the side and back windows you want to see the trailer wheels thru the windows that's the angle you want to back in with can't see the wheels you need a spotter.
Thanks for the advice and for watching! My skills have improved a lot since making this video! I've had a lot more practice since then.
The trick I learned was to use the passenger mirror to look at the rear tire of the trailer and pick something to align where that tire should run. That made it so much easier. Of course the spouse was on the phone to alert me to dangers of the off-side rear getting too close to something.
I've learned quite a bit more since making this video and I also utilize my mirrors a lot more now. Thank you for watching and commenting!!
Awesome information! Thank you. The only thing that I can think of to make parking easier, is how to convince RV parks with tight spaces that they should offer a valet parking service. Until then, your video will be the greatest source of advice. Thank you!!
LOL! Thanks for watching!
Was at a park recently that insisted on having someone help you park. In 15 minutes I saw a motorhome hit a car while watching the valet behind him and I saw a 5th wheel take out their rear truck window .
Excellent video, thank you for taking the time to do this, very helpful.
Thank you for watching! I'm so glad you found this to be helpful!!
Very informative video, my 5th wheel is 37' and I have two big buses on both side of my slanted spot, I know it take practice.
Thank you for the kind words and thank you for watching!!
Great video, I'm thinking about selling my Class A and go back to a 5th wheel, so this was a great help
Thank you so much for watching! If you do end up buying a 5th wheel I have some more tips for you that I hope to put into another video soon. I have learned a great deal since making this video!
Thank you so much for this video. This was THE MOST helpful thing I have found when researching how to back it properly. Thank you so much!
I am so glad that you found this video to be helpful!! Thank you for watching!!
thank you! very informative and helpful in easy instructions!
Thank you for watching! We are thrilled that you found this video to be helpful!!
And Yes You did awesome on 1st blindside
Thank you David!!