How to Back in a 5th Wheel

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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
backing a travel trailer
backing a camper
backing an RV
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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@SunsetSeekers 2 жыл бұрын

Furrion Back-up Camera: amzn.to/3DTDfpy A good backup camera can make the difference in helping you to back in your rig at the campsite, storage facility, or parking lot, and many RV's are being manufactured with a mount that is pre-wired for this back-up camera: amzn.to/3DTDfpy There is also a slightly smaller and less expensive version of this camera: amzn.to/3jMVPru

@TheBand4me 3 ай бұрын

You made this look easier than parking a T.I.E. fighter in the Death Star.

@richardgoodson7555 2 жыл бұрын

This is the best video I have seen on how to back up a 5th wheel. Thanks!

@SunsetSeekers 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the very kind words and for watching! I'm glad that you found this video to be helpful!!

@Normal1855 5 жыл бұрын

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.

@SunsetSeekers 5 жыл бұрын

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.

@tuggie7589 4 жыл бұрын

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

@Beckycorbetthypnotherapy 5 ай бұрын

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.

@ot3734 19 күн бұрын

Just got a 5th wheel and your video was very helpful. Thanks for making it.

@SunsetSeekers 19 күн бұрын

I am so glad that you found this video to be helpful!!

@brybryjenkins5158 5 жыл бұрын

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.

@SunsetSeekers 5 жыл бұрын

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!

@carlkey9136 5 жыл бұрын

Excellent tips!!

@Aardvarkarific 4 жыл бұрын

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!

@SunsetSeekers 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for the kind words and for watching!! I am so glad that you found this video to be helpful!!

@miguelgovene1347 5 жыл бұрын

This is one of the best videos I've seen on this subject! Thanks for posting!

@paulsloan4725 5 жыл бұрын

This is the best video I have seen to date by far ON BACKING UP THANK YOU.

@SunsetSeekers 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for the kind words and for watching! I am so glad that you found this video to be useful!

@waynethomas1546 5 жыл бұрын

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.

@SunsetSeekers 5 жыл бұрын

Outstanding! I am so happy to hear that! I'm glad you found this video to be helpful! Thank you for watching!

@markoverlien7446 5 жыл бұрын

Finally! An instructional video from a guy I can relate to. Thank-you Mike! You addressed all my concerns.

@SunsetSeekers 5 жыл бұрын

I am so happy that you found this video to be helpful!! Thank you for watching!

@paulamoore2758 5 жыл бұрын

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!!!

@SunsetSeekers 5 жыл бұрын

We are so excited that you found our video to be helpful!! Thank you for watching!

@TraconWizard Жыл бұрын

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.

@MsWhalenm 5 жыл бұрын

Excellent video!

@AVCMMAC 3 жыл бұрын

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!

@SunsetSeekers 3 жыл бұрын

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!!

@lupewillis4595 5 жыл бұрын

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.

@SunsetSeekers 5 жыл бұрын

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!

@amyfurr563 3 ай бұрын

Did they offer to help?

@3dmakerzone75 2 жыл бұрын

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.

@SunsetSeekers 2 жыл бұрын

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!!

@ScottJohnson80 3 жыл бұрын

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. 👍🏻

@SunsetSeekers 3 жыл бұрын

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!!

@ericnewland3984 4 жыл бұрын

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.

@gregsmith9671 5 жыл бұрын

Awesome video … you've given me a solid plan of attach! It's the starting point I needed to anchor this concept.

@SunsetSeekers 5 жыл бұрын

I am so glad that you found this video to be useful! You'll be a pro in no time! Thank you for watching!

@zrex1950 5 жыл бұрын

Good job! I'm proud of you!

@SunsetSeekers 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!!

@Ericr5512 11 күн бұрын

Great video and very clear instructions. I can’t wait to try it. Thanks

@SunsetSeekers 10 күн бұрын

I'm so glad you found this video to be helpful!!

@bethbarkman3904 3 жыл бұрын

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.

@SunsetSeekers 3 жыл бұрын

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!!

@RVerFrank 5 жыл бұрын

That's why I reserve a pull thru, lol. Great analytical approach, I love it! 🤙

@SunsetSeekers 5 жыл бұрын

Why can't they ALL be pull-thrus!!?? LOL!

@greygoose4x46 4 жыл бұрын

Hahaha That’s why I google earth campgrounds and look at sites before booking

@Rocketsmjm 4 ай бұрын

Extraordinary video. Thanks for taking the time to do this.

@sharonb5965 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks. I will practice using your skills.

@tomfowler3653 4 жыл бұрын

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!

@SunsetSeekers 4 жыл бұрын

I am so glad that you found this video to be helpful! Thank you for the kind words and for watching!!

@IanGrist 5 жыл бұрын

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!

@SunsetSeekers 5 жыл бұрын

I am so glad that you found this video to be helpful!! Thank you for watching!!

@frugaldiyhandyguy9295 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video. I learned a few more things with your more analytical approach. I like the window screens.

@SunsetSeekers 5 жыл бұрын

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!

@rdmman9962 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video this will be very helpful God Bless.

@sharismith3291 5 жыл бұрын

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.

@leahmason7905 4 жыл бұрын

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.

@SunsetSeekers 4 жыл бұрын

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!

@kevinsigler6747 5 жыл бұрын

One of the nicest looking trucks I have ever seen.

@SunsetSeekers 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! I am proud of my truck!

@walterl9623 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing this information. Very helpful!

@SunsetSeekers 3 жыл бұрын

I am so pleased that you found this information to be helpful!! Thank you for watching!!

@jodyrumage 10 ай бұрын

Thank you! This is exactly the type of video I've been looking for.

@Normal1855 5 жыл бұрын

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.

@SunsetSeekers 5 жыл бұрын

Outstanding!! I am so glad that this worked for you!! Thank you so much for letting me know that and for watching!!

@jockp Жыл бұрын

4 years old and still a great video!! Thank you.

@SunsetSeekers Жыл бұрын

That is very kind of you to say! Thank you!

@tm5017 4 жыл бұрын

Great instructional video Mike. Thanks for the pointers....Tony

@SunsetSeekers 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks you so much for the kind words and for watching!!

@rvsam4u 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video! Definitely going to give it a go

@SunsetSeekers 4 жыл бұрын

You'll be a pro before you know it! Thanks for watching!!

@vondrook4 4 жыл бұрын

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!

@cathyclark6233 5 жыл бұрын

Very helpful video for a difficult job! TY!

@SunsetSeekers 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for the kind words and for watching!!

@nathanoliver2482 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent video, thank you for taking the time to do this, very helpful.

@SunsetSeekers 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching! I'm so glad you found this to be helpful!!

@fivemajors 5 жыл бұрын

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.

@SunsetSeekers 5 жыл бұрын

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!

@clayoverlien9483 2 жыл бұрын

Thank-you very much for this video. I have used and reused this again and again with success!

@SunsetSeekers 2 жыл бұрын

Outstanding! I'm so glad that you have found this video to be helpful!! Thank you for watching!!

@Ray-ks1xp 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks, this was very helpful.

@SunsetSeekers 5 жыл бұрын

I'm so glad you found this video to be useful!! Thanks for watching!

@ramonconchadojr7155 Жыл бұрын

Thanks. Helped me a lot!

@usmarinecorps05 3 жыл бұрын

Love it thanks!!

@markkraus8142 5 жыл бұрын

Very helpful. Appreciate the tips.

@SunsetSeekers 5 жыл бұрын

We are so glad you found this helpful! Thanks for watching!!

@kevingkelley1 4 жыл бұрын

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.

@SunsetSeekers 4 жыл бұрын

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!!

@HomeInTheCarolinas 5 жыл бұрын

Very helpful vid! Thank you!!

@SunsetSeekers 5 жыл бұрын

I am so happy that you found this video to be helpful! Thanks for watching!!

@kingsnake57 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video. I'm going to go find a parking lot and practice the tips you showed. I needed help!

@SunsetSeekers 3 жыл бұрын

I'm so glad you found this video to be helpful! Thanks for watching!!

@kathyb3453 3 жыл бұрын

thank you! very informative and helpful in easy instructions!

@SunsetSeekers 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching! We are thrilled that you found this video to be helpful!!

@driftersden4439 5 жыл бұрын

Mike Thank You been looking for a video of this nature for a while. I need to practice, it hasn't stop me from going, I just keep trying until I get it in the site.

@SunsetSeekers 5 жыл бұрын

I am absolutely thrilled that you found this video to be useful!! You are right about practice. Practice has improved my skills drastically since making this video! Thank you for watching!!

@amyfurr563 3 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for this!

@SunsetSeekers 3 ай бұрын

I am so glad you found this to be helpful!!

@richardmehalick9076 5 жыл бұрын

Great video. Well done sir.

@SunsetSeekers 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching!!

@pilot3016 4 жыл бұрын

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!

@SunsetSeekers 4 жыл бұрын

LOL! You'll be a pro before you know it! Thanks for watching!

@johnkidnay2413 3 жыл бұрын

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.

@SunsetSeekers 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tip!!

@karlayers3640 4 жыл бұрын

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 !

@SunsetSeekers 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the kind words and for watching!!

@michaelluna1934 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent video

@SunsetSeekers 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I'm glad you found this video to be helpful!

@oldsharkbythesea3962 Жыл бұрын

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!

@chrischapman276 4 жыл бұрын

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.

@SunsetSeekers 4 жыл бұрын

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!!

@josephcomings 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this. Picking up my first 5th wheel early next week! I've got a 2012 F250 2WD super duty and a 33' trailer. Seeing your analytical approach was sooo helpful!

@SunsetSeekers 5 жыл бұрын

I am so thrilled that you found this video to be useful! Congratulations on the new rig! We are excited for you!

@josephcomings 5 жыл бұрын

Sunset Seekers got it into the in-laws driveway on the 4th try. At night. On a hill. Was pretty happy with myself. 😀

@SunsetSeekers 5 жыл бұрын

@@josephcomings You are awesome! There is no better teacher than personal experience! Just getting your rig into that driveway unscathed should be considered a victory! We believe you will do even better next time!

@donniesasser6143 5 жыл бұрын

Great video. Thank you

@SunsetSeekers 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for watching and subscribing!! We are thrilled to have a new subscriber!

@rickmiddleton6221 4 жыл бұрын

We are about to make the plunge and this was helpful, thanks.

@SunsetSeekers 4 жыл бұрын

I am so happy that you found this video to be helpful!! Thanks for watching!!

@travelingtrekez7034 5 жыл бұрын

Great video. I was looking for exactly this type of information.

@SunsetSeekers 5 жыл бұрын

I am so glad that you found this video to be useful!!

@jerrybwn 3 жыл бұрын

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.

@SunsetSeekers 3 жыл бұрын

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!

@kerrymartin5514 2 жыл бұрын

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

@joannekrebs1627 4 жыл бұрын

Great video

@SunsetSeekers 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the kind words and for watching!!

@vikkibair1546 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent and I actually got it!

@SunsetSeekers 2 жыл бұрын

Outstanding! I'm so glad you found this video to be helpful! Thank you for watching!!

@shayhawks1491 4 жыл бұрын

Thank You!!!! I desperately needed this video! 💓

@SunsetSeekers 4 жыл бұрын

I'm so glad that you found this video to be helpful! Thank you for watching!!

@shayhawks1491 4 жыл бұрын

@@SunsetSeekers I couldn't find any videos that layed out technique. I really want a fifth wheel but my fear of maneuvering a large rig has so far stopped me. You video not only gave me a blueprint but also an excitement to practice... Thank you so very much.

@bobpiaro3074 5 жыл бұрын

Best one I have viewed in years

@SunsetSeekers 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for the kind words and thanks for watching!!

@tdover48 5 жыл бұрын

Hi, Thank you so much for providing this awesome video. I've looked at several other video's on youtube and found yours to be the easiest to understand. You put everything into perspective by just saying everything in plain everyday English. I just purchased a 33 ft. travel trailer and the experience I had with my wife bringing it home and backing it in the driveway really gave me a lack of confidence about future trips to RV camps. With watching your video and time and practice, I think that I will be ok. Once again, I really do appreciate your video. I liked it so much, I clicked on the subscribe button.

@SunsetSeekers 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for the kind words and for subscribing!! It brings me great joy to know that you found this video to be helpful! My greatest hope in making this video is that it would be useful to newbies like me! My skills have improved greatly in the 7 months since I made this video and I know that yours will too! I can totally relate to that feeling of incompetence when things aren't going well and the tension that can arise between you and your wife as a result--been there! I would certainly recommend finding a church parking lot or another good place to practice. You will be amazed how much your confidence level rises with a little practice and no stress. You'll be a pro before you know it!

@theresasustakovitch5109 5 жыл бұрын

This was a great video thanks

@SunsetSeekers 5 жыл бұрын

We're so glad you enjoyed this video! Thank you for watching!

@marklugar4616 5 жыл бұрын

Very helpful--thanks!

@SunsetSeekers 5 жыл бұрын

I am so glad you found this video to be helpful! Thank you for the kind word and for watching!!

@flyfisherbob16 5 жыл бұрын

Very informative video Mike.....thanks for the tips, when we purchased our 5'er i'll definetly keep this vid in mind.....you have been "Bookmarked"!

@SunsetSeekers 5 жыл бұрын

I am so glad that you found this video useful! Thank you for watching!!

@robertthompson612 5 жыл бұрын

Before you start backing place both hands at the bottom of the wheel if you want the trailer to go left your left hand goes up and to go right the right hand goes up. Simplest way to remember.

@bishopgeorge1333 5 жыл бұрын

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.

@SunsetSeekers 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the kind words and thank you for watching!!

@antonioramirez9796 5 жыл бұрын

I've seen a lot of videos. This is a very good video job well done!

@SunsetSeekers 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for the kind words and for watching!!

@automateu 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks very informative

@SunsetSeekers 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the kind words! I'm glad you found this video to be useful!!

@owenkonski5210 4 жыл бұрын

Nicely done video; thanks.

@SunsetSeekers 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the kind words and for watching!!

@SmallSpaceLiving 3 жыл бұрын

You drive that thing like a champ. Great video. I learned a lot.

@SunsetSeekers 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the very kind words and for watching!!

@joadams1890 3 жыл бұрын

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!

@SunsetSeekers 3 жыл бұрын

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!!

@tonygarey2558 5 жыл бұрын

Very good video. I have struggled with the back in procedure, blind or strong side, for some time. I'm not terrible at it but I just don't have that one,two, three ... step process in concrete. This video gives clear insight, with markers, as to the whole process. Looking forward to scripting my own process based on this. Thanks!!!

@SunsetSeekers 5 жыл бұрын

It's very rewarding to know that someone found my video to be helpful! I am still a novice but have learned quite a bit through experience. I'm better now then when I made this video. I had no idea how well received this video would be when I made it but I have been pleasantly surprised! Thank you so much for the kind words and for watching!

@dickknisley 4 жыл бұрын

Great video been pulling a 5th wheel for years and my backing is not my forty, your video is right on!

@SunsetSeekers 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for the kind words and for watching !!

@robertfulton9321 Жыл бұрын

Great video well done

@SunsetSeekers Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@enjoylife7030 5 жыл бұрын

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.

@SunsetSeekers 5 жыл бұрын

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.

@marcbishop9929 4 жыл бұрын

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 👍🇬🇧

@SunsetSeekers 4 жыл бұрын

I am so glad you found this video to be useful!! Thank you for watching!!

@gregorycarson3889 3 жыл бұрын

Enjoyed your video

@SunsetSeekers 3 жыл бұрын

Outstanding!! I'm so glad you enjoyed this video! Thank you for watching!!

@moonlakeposse7511 4 жыл бұрын

very well done video. thanks.

@SunsetSeekers 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the kind words and for watching!!

@IndianaFr0g 5 жыл бұрын

#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.

@SunsetSeekers 5 жыл бұрын

There is no better teacher than experience! Thank you for watching!

@johncheesma7013 5 жыл бұрын

Very helpful thanks.

@SunsetSeekers 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching!!

@jamestaylor2607 3 жыл бұрын

Good experiments, good job. Interesting.

@SunsetSeekers 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Cheers!

@richardmccrary819 2 жыл бұрын

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!

@SunsetSeekers 2 жыл бұрын

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.

@lloydthomas2896 2 жыл бұрын

What tips?

@richardmccrary819 2 жыл бұрын

@@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!

@richardmccrary819 2 жыл бұрын

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!!!

@andreberiault6233 9 ай бұрын

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...

@alanross3435 5 жыл бұрын

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!✌🏻️🎅🏻🎅🏻🎅🏻

@SunsetSeekers 5 жыл бұрын

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!

@etallman68 5 жыл бұрын

Awesome vid! Great details. Have had a bumper pull the last three years and am pretty good at backing her up. Picking up the 5th wheel in a couple of weeks and my understanding is that they are easier to back..once you figure them out. First trip out is 2 weeks after we pick it up so your info is spot on for my timing. Thanks for putting it out there!

@SunsetSeekers 5 жыл бұрын

You'll be a pro in no time! Thank you for watching!

@fahrphrompuken 5 жыл бұрын

When I went from a travel trailer to a 5th wheel, I discovered that the actual towing on the road was much smoother, but there was a learning curve to getting around at the campground. This video really does help grasp the concept. One thing I noticed with the 5th wheel is you have to be a LOT more concerned with the height of it and overhead obstacles like tree branches, etc. Don't ask me how I know this...lol

@SunsetSeekers 5 жыл бұрын

@@fahrphrompuken There is definitely a learning curve to towing a 5th wheel and mastery only comes through lots of practice! Thank you for the kind words and for watching!!

@davidmccomb3250 2 жыл бұрын

This is a great video. I STINK, at backing my rig!!

@SunsetSeekers 2 жыл бұрын

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!!

@josephblalock3543 5 жыл бұрын

Very helpful.

@SunsetSeekers 5 жыл бұрын

I am so glad you found this video to be useful! Thank you for watching!

@daddykiller5835 5 жыл бұрын

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.

@SunsetSeekers 5 жыл бұрын

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!

@elliottvarner 3 жыл бұрын

Good Job!

@SunsetSeekers 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@alru5792 Жыл бұрын

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) : )

@SunsetSeekers Жыл бұрын

Congratulations on your new rig!! I hope you find this video to be helpful! Thanks for watching!!