OK, we’ve order our new Cardinal, what are the extras we need, specifically for a 5th wheels. Things like grill, chairs, sewer and water hoses are common to RVing, but what do we need to purchase that is common to the 5th wheel? We’ve used Camping World in the past for most of our things, what other places have you found as a good source for RV stuff?
Thanks for the help
5th Wheel Stuff
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5th Wheel Stuff
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2014 Ford 350 King Ranch, Trailer Saver BD3 Air Hitch, IS Suspension, Disk Brakes
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2014 Ford 350 King Ranch, Trailer Saver BD3 Air Hitch, IS Suspension, Disk Brakes
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Thanks for the information, I just looked at the web site for the Rotochok and it looks like a great idea.
I’m leaning towards a Reese 18K Signature Series hitch. It will carry 18,000 lb gross / 4,500 pin weight capacities, 4 degree side to side head pivot and will work in the 8’ bed that we have ordered. At this point it is the only one that I have researched. We did order with our 30TS the Trail Air Pin Box and suspension.
I’m leaning towards a Reese 18K Signature Series hitch. It will carry 18,000 lb gross / 4,500 pin weight capacities, 4 degree side to side head pivot and will work in the 8’ bed that we have ordered. At this point it is the only one that I have researched. We did order with our 30TS the Trail Air Pin Box and suspension.
Jim & Jane
2014 Ford 350 King Ranch, Trailer Saver BD3 Air Hitch, IS Suspension, Disk Brakes
Nights camped in 2012: 142
Nights camped in 2013: 186
Nights camped in 2014: 185
Nights camped in 2015: 232
Nights camped in 2016: 165
2014 Ford 350 King Ranch, Trailer Saver BD3 Air Hitch, IS Suspension, Disk Brakes
Nights camped in 2012: 142
Nights camped in 2013: 186
Nights camped in 2014: 185
Nights camped in 2015: 232
Nights camped in 2016: 165
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I have the Drawtite 18K Signature (same as a Reese) and love it. Most places other then a RV park you have to level the trailer side to side by blocking the landing gear and or wheels, and then drop it off the hitch. The 4 degree tilt makes it easier to hook back up. I also like the one piece jaw, not much doubt about it being closed around the pin. I've not noticed any clunk sound.
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2012 F350 Lariat FX4 6.7 Diesel Dually, Crew Cab, LWB, 50 gal Transfer Flow toolbox/tank
2007 Cardinal 30WBLE, "the 'Bird", ONAN gen.
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