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Oldtrux · 03-27-2019, 11:12 AM

"Semi retired" trucker looking to pull a 40' fifth wheel RV and retain the existing 5th wheel. Currently pulling 53' dry van and would still like to contract haul part time. (Independent Owner Operator)

Im a little concerned about king pin depth & trailer weight being too light to work with the air ride and beating up the trailer.

Looking for the optimum setup to maintain vehicle stability and safety.
Thinking an RV 5th wheel would have to be located behind and in between the frame rails so not to interfere with commercial operation.

Dry van has a 48" pin depth and ride height.

Thanks for any help!

03-27-2019, 11:12 AM	#1
Oldtrux Junior Member Join Date: Mar 2019 Location: Perth Amboy Posts: 2	RV 5th wheel vs. Class 8 "Semi retired" trucker looking to pull a 40' fifth wheel RV and retain the existing 5th wheel. Currently pulling 53' dry van and would still like to contract haul part time. (Independent Owner Operator) Im a little concerned about king pin depth & trailer weight being too light to work with the air ride and beating up the trailer. Looking for the optimum setup to maintain vehicle stability and safety. Thinking an RV 5th wheel would have to be located behind and in between the frame rails so not to interfere with commercial operation. Dry van has a 48" pin depth and ride height. Thanks for any help!