5th Wheel Prep Option
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If I buy a 5th before the G2G, it will have to serve double duty as a residence for myself and the new bride.
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Hopefully a soon to be 5th wheeler hauler soon, and I've been reading through this thread on the different options (Reese Elite vs. Companion vs. Reese Goose Box) ...and looking for thoughts from you F250 short bed 5th whl haulers.
Have a 2014 F250 with factory tow package. Those of you that have short beds, any issues with turning clearances with any or all of these three options?
Thanks for any insight any of you might have. I am needing to make a choice prior to pulling the trigger on a 5th Whl. FYI, probably looking at a standard width camper (96").
Have a 2014 F250 with factory tow package. Those of you that have short beds, any issues with turning clearances with any or all of these three options?
Thanks for any insight any of you might have. I am needing to make a choice prior to pulling the trigger on a 5th Whl. FYI, probably looking at a standard width camper (96").
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It depends on the brand of 5th and what shape cap they use. I have a SB and have towed it as well as my previous Heartland RV without a slider. All Heartland RV's have a cap capable of 88 degree turns. My current one doesn't have this but I still have no issue. Can you have truck to RV contact in a 90 degree turn if you're not paying attention? Sure. You can also hit a tree if your not paying attention. Bottom line is a slider will make your SB setup more foolproof but is not required if your a focused driver.
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Thanks for the reply K4C. I was hoping you might respond, since was looking at your pic in your posts. Looked like you had a SB, so I was curious to your set-up.
Yeah, guess I wasn't aware of what degree those "rounded" cap 5'rs were, but that will definitely be a question I ask when deciding on one. That, and my thoughts are that if I HAVE to be at 90 degrees...I'm probably doing something wrong, or I really shouldn't be in that particular spot in the first place. hehe
Yeah, guess I wasn't aware of what degree those "rounded" cap 5'rs were, but that will definitely be a question I ask when deciding on one. That, and my thoughts are that if I HAVE to be at 90 degrees...I'm probably doing something wrong, or I really shouldn't be in that particular spot in the first place. hehe
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No problem... There are proponents of sliders who will rant, "90 degrees is no big deal... until you need it!" Well, no, you never need it. Imagine the guys with a 35-40' travel trailer. There is NO WAY to even get close to 90 degrees with a TT and no one is talking about "need" there.
Another thing to remember. Your 250 is likely physically identical to a SRW 350. If you have the camper package there are zero differences between your truck and a 350SRW. It's just de-rated on the sticker to fill a different market segment.
Another thing to remember. Your 250 is likely physically identical to a SRW 350. If you have the camper package there are zero differences between your truck and a 350SRW. It's just de-rated on the sticker to fill a different market segment.
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Thanks...didn't know that.
Overall I guess initially I was really interested in the Reese Goose Box, since I have the goose set up. I've read up on it a bit, was just concerned with the turning clearance. But, that might have lessened with the info you've provided me, so rethinking that as maybe my choice. Would just like to get more "feedback" from users of it.
Overall I guess initially I was really interested in the Reese Goose Box, since I have the goose set up. I've read up on it a bit, was just concerned with the turning clearance. But, that might have lessened with the info you've provided me, so rethinking that as maybe my choice. Would just like to get more "feedback" from users of it.
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The Goosebox has a VERY strong following and unlike a typical gooseneck adapter, doesn't void the RV's warranty. I would have not problem running one on my rig whatsoever. It's a quality product with no known drawbacks.
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One question I do have with the Reese Goose Box, without seeing it up close or in use, how does one level a off the RV when hooking up initially?
I understand you adjust air pressure in the Reese to be within the "suggested area", so is that just for weight or is that how you're leveling as well?
I understand you adjust air pressure in the Reese to be within the "suggested area", so is that just for weight or is that how you're leveling as well?
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That is just for weight. I'm not sure if the Goosebox can be raised or lowered in the mounting wings on the RV. A VERY good question to research as leveling is an important component to setup. I wish I could answer this one but I've never researched it..
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So the RAM guy next door with the big C sticker was lying to me when he said it gve him 200 extra HP and 400 extra lb ft of torque? Hmmmmm I need to rethink I how I view stickers.
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That only works if you have your mirrors up on the Ram.
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