Sliding 5th wheel

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Sliding 5th wheel

What's the best position for a sliding 5th wheel? And why? Sorry, I'm sure this has been asked before, but I can't find it.

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Clayton

06.13.2024

Most of the time, you’ll find your 5th wheel’s gonna be near the front.

Fergus

03.04.2024

You can slide it back or forward based on your load distribution

Mari

09.07.2023

The sweet spot for that 5th wheel usually depends on your load and rig, but starting with it set right in front of the rear axle is a solid bet

Josef

03.18.2023

The best position for a sliding 5th wheel depends on the weight and distribution of your load, as well as the legal limits of your axle weights. You want to balance the weight between your steer, drive, and trailer axles, without overloading any of them.

Aidan

03.10.2023

Mine stays centered between my drives so I only have to slide my tandems

Grayson

03.04.2023

Weight distribution

Denzel

02.28.2023

I have it forward enough that my steers are nearly 12k consistently.

Keanu

02.27.2023

+ Slide my fifth wheel back a little bit to give myself some extra room for turning and maneuvering. I also find it easier to back up with a longer wheelbase. But I make sure I don’t go too far back or else I’ll lose traction and steering.

Jordan

02.27.2023

If I have a light load or a short trailer, I slide my fifth wheel forward to put more weight on my steer axle. If I have a heavy load or a long trailer, I slide it back to put more weight on my drive axles. But I always keep an eye on my weights and adjust accordingly.

Benito

02.26.2023

I usually slide my fifth wheel all the way forward unless I have a heavy load or a long trailer. That way I have more stability and control on the road. But I always check my weights at a scale before I hit the highway.

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