What to know about Fifth Wheel Hitches

There are two basic types of fifth wheel hitches, one for short box trucks and one for long box trucks. The short box hitch has a method of moving the entire hitch behind the axle, which allows the user to get the fifth wheel at 90 degrees to the truck. With the hitch in the forward position the front corner of the fifth wheel can hit the truck, causing extensive damage to both. The long box truck does not require a hitch that moves back because there is ample clearance. There are a variety of methods of adjusting your short box hitch to the rear position. Some have pins to pull and manually slide, some have levers and some are automatic; all require frame brackets. For some of the newer trucks no drill frame clamps are available. There are a couple other options, like an oscillating head and weight rating. Oscillating head basically means that not only can the hitch head rock front to back, it can rock side to side as well. Most fifth wheel hitches have a weight rating of between 12,000 and 25,000 pounds. Installation for most vehicles is between 3 and 4 hours labour, as it involves drilling quite a number of holes in your truck's frame and bed. Hitches generally start at about $675.00 and up, depending on your requirements.

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What is a Class A Motorhome?

There are two basic types of Class A Motorhome. One is a rear engine diesel, commonly known as Diesel Pusher. The other usually has a gas engine up front and is known as a Class A. Both motorhomes have a bus type appearance from the outside. Class A Motorhomes are completely built by RV manufacturing companies. This means they start with a chassis and build the entire coach, including the driver and passenger areas. There are a variety of options and features you will find on Class A Motorhomes. These include: built in generators, in motion satellite systems, solar panels, multiple slide outs, multiple air conditioning systems and even heat pumps, in addition to all regular options like awning, tv antenna, stereo and microwave. Most of the body construction of these units is now laminated type with metal or aluminum frame or a combination. The exteriors are usually RV fiberglass siding and, as always, the better coaches have moulded front and rear fiberglass caps. Class A Motorhomes range in size from 22 to 44 feet. It is unusual to find a diesel pusher under 30' although there are some exceptions. Many people are afraid to drive these units because they are typically quite large. You would be surprised at the increase in visibility these coaches offer. Many of the buyers for these units have owned most other types and consider Class A's the ultimate RV. Click to view our selection of Class A Motor homes.
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