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rv:travel_trailer [2017/06/24 21:51] frater_secessus [bumper pull] |
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* need a tow vehicle of sufficient specification | * need a tow vehicle of sufficient specification | ||
* need towing skills | * need towing skills | ||
+ | * trailer battery can't be meaningfully charged from tow vehicle [[electrical: | ||
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+ | Here is [[https:// | ||
===== cargo trailers ===== | ===== cargo trailers ===== | ||
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* **CON** | * **CON** | ||
* can be more expensive than one might expect, even on the used market | * can be more expensive than one might expect, even on the used market | ||
+ | * **Video discussion: | ||
+ | * [[https:// | ||
+ | * [[https:// | ||
+ | * [[https:// | ||
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===== teardrop ===== | ===== teardrop ===== | ||
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===== 5th wheel ===== | ===== 5th wheel ===== | ||
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+ | 5th wheel (fiver) trailers are similar to bumper pulls but the trailer rests on the "fifth wheel" mounted in the bed of the tow vehicle. | ||
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+ | * **PRO** | ||
+ | * 5th wheel pulling distributes the load onto the tow vehicle more effectively than does bumper pull. This may mean the ability to pull more trailer or use less truck. | ||
+ | * since the articulation point is in the bed instead of on the bumper the " | ||
+ | * luxury and amenities competitive with [[rv:class a|Class A motorhomes]]. | ||
+ | * **CON** | ||
+ | * requires special receiving plate in the bed of the truck | ||
+ | * the presence of the 5th wheel receiver in the bed restricts the use of the bed for cargo | ||
+ | * [[https:// | ||
+ | * the front (sleeping area) of fivers can be very tall, limiting access to some locations | ||
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+ | ===== Resources ===== | ||
+ | * **Video discussion** | ||
+ | * [[https:// | ||
+ | * [[https:// |