How many use the turning point feature?

[Papahoosh]

Looks like the Curt & the B&W are on the top of the list for use with the turning point since they can both be removed easily. How much harder is it to hook up with the wedge installed? Being a new fifth wheel owner I’m sure there’s a learning curve to all of this but I don’t want to make it worse.

Take a look at this video, it shows you how to install it. Only takes about 10-15 minutes.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DNk5EwEOrZ0&t=178s

[grampscamper]

I've had limited experience but the few times I've done it, it was very easy to hook up. Our son in law has the same 5th wheel as you and the Curt hitch. I setup his hitch and wedge for him. No problem to hook up as long as you're reasonably straight. I've also towed his trailer with my short bed truck with the pin box locked. No problem at all but you won't be able to turn as sharply as with it rotating. I don't like to make extremely tight turns anyway because it stresses the suspension.
You can't go wrong with either the B&W or Curt.

Bob

[Saxles]

I have a 295 and pull it with a 1500 GMC. I had to pull it home with a pin locked as the dealer had to order the correct wedge for the B&W hitch. I had no problem even with the short box (<6’) but you need to be careful. You can still make pretty short turns though. After getting the wedge I have used it and it is nice not having to be constantly on guard when turning. Like you I worried about stability issues when towing but have found it to be very good. I take my hitch out every time after a trip. As said above it comes out in two pieces. I also have a truck cap I put on and off at the same time so that takes up more of my time. The unit is not at all hard to hook up. The pin box will turn to align. You can actually push it by hand. The only concern I have is that I would like to see a grease fitting on it! If there is one, I have not found it!

[SGT ROC]

Anyone know what pin box comes on the 31MB? I am getting one soon (to be delivered in April), but never looked to see what pin box was on it since I always planned on getting a slider hitch.

[Fishwater]

Anyone know what pin box comes on the 31MB? I am getting one soon (to be delivered in April), but never looked to see what pin box was on it since I always planned on getting a slider hitch.

It’s the standard Lippert pin box & not the turning point.

[johndeerefarmer]

I have used the Blue Ox slider in both my truck with 6.5' beds. The turning point hitch is locked out. The main advantage of using the slider for me is that the RV is easier to maneuver when backing. By putting the slider in the rear position I am moving the pin farther to the rear, this means the rear of the RV moves faster when I am trying to turn so I can make it go where I want easier. If you leave the slider in the forward position I wouldn't hit the cab until around 80 degrees while backing

[DaveMatthewsBand]

I have used the Blue Ox slider in both my truck with 6.5' beds. The turning point hitch is locked out. The main advantage of using the slider for me is that the RV is easier to maneuver when backing. By putting the slider in the rear position I am moving the pin farther to the rear, this means the rear of the RV moves faster when I am trying to turn so I can make it go where I want easier. If you leave the slider in the forward position I wouldn't hit the cab until around 80 degrees while backing

The common sense of a rancher never ceases to amaze me, thanks Donald!

I never thought of it that way!
I’m going to go ahead and use my slider next time I have to back in to a spot.


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[Fishwater]

I have used the Blue Ox slider in both my truck with 6.5' beds. The turning point hitch is locked out. The main advantage of using the slider for me is that the RV is easier to maneuver when backing. By putting the slider in the rear position I am moving the pin farther to the rear, this means the rear of the RV moves faster when I am trying to turn so I can make it go where I want easier. If you leave the slider in the forward position I wouldn't hit the cab until around 80 degrees while backing

Interesting, so you find it’s easier to back up with the slider vs the turning point? Doesn’t the turning point make the pivot at 22” vs the Blue Ox at 11”, yet seems more like a travel trailer?

[johndeerefarmer]

Interesting, so you find it’s easier to back up with the slider vs the turning point? Doesn’t the turning point make the pivot at 22” vs the Blue Ox at 11”, yet seems more like a travel trailer?

Hi, The Turning Point has been locked out on my 220rk since I got it. This is because I use single point fifth wheel hitches and the way I understand it you can't use the Turning Point with them.
I was comparing the Blue Ox slider in the two different positions.

[Fishwater]

Hi, The Turning Point has been locked out on my 220rk since I got it. This is because I use single point fifth wheel hitches and the way I understand it you can't use the Turning Point with them.
I was comparing the Blue Ox slider in the two different positions.

I see, that makes sense now. Thanks.