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03-10-2015, 05:13 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Oct 2014
Location: SF Bay Area
Posts: 721
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I'm Towing!!
Convinced DH I needed to know how to do all the TT stuff too, so he has graciously let me tow the TT, struggle with the WD system, and execute both the set-up and take-down tasks. I'm building muscle and getting it done, the only challenge I'm having is arguing with the GPS ... she wants me to go the fastest or shortest route, whereas I want to go the easiest route (for those of you who know about Highway 17 to Santa Cruz, you can appreciate what I'm saying - I prefer Route 129!  ). Now to get him to learn how to do all the TT stuff I'm responsible for ... like feeding the crew!
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"I just go where I'm towed to"
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2015 White Hawk 25BHS w/Outdoor Kitchen
2015 GMC Sierra SLT 2500HD Z71/4x4 Duramax
Son's 2016 Ford F-150 Lariat SuperCrew 4x4 + gifted 1984 Coleman Sequoia Tent Trailer
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03-10-2015, 05:24 PM
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Junior Member
Join Date: Feb 2014
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Good for you!!
Pat
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03-10-2015, 05:27 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Aug 2013
Location: Hackettstown, NJ
Posts: 526
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Great. It's work, but it's fun too!
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2015 Jayco Greyhawk 31FS-"Scamper"
2015 Subaru Forester 2.5i Prem. 6 Spd
Blue Ox Aventa LX Tow Bar
2014 Jayco Jay Feather X23B-"Glampy"(Sold)
DW, DS, DDx2, and Bandit & Fletcher
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03-10-2015, 05:27 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Nov 2013
Location: Duxbury
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Good for you! I'm still trying to convince my DW to get behind the wheel of the truck alone, let alone with the TT in tow.
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2022 Eagle HT 28.5RSTS
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03-10-2015, 05:27 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Nov 2011
Location: Secret Cove
Posts: 10,701
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Good work! But can he cook?
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 2010 Jayco Feather Sport 22'6" (sold)DrawTite,12,000 lbs. 2017 Jayco 212 QBW BAJA (bought)
2011 Ford F-150 XLT SCab 4x4 Tow Package
"If you can't be smart; be stubborn.". DG.
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03-10-2015, 05:29 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Nov 2014
Location: Trussville, Al
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Congrats on learning new skills
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2012 Jayco Feather 29L BH
2015 Chevy 2500 HD Duramax and Equalizer WDH
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03-10-2015, 05:39 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Dec 2014
Location: FL
Posts: 11,281
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Long story short: Years ago my DW and I delivered trailers for Jayco. The first time she actually towed a trailer much of any distance, it was during rush hour, through the middle of St.Louis, in the dark, and in the rain! 
After that, every time she towed, it was real easy.
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SOLD:2015 Jay Flight 27RLS, GY Endurance (E), Days: 102 '15, 90 '16, 80 '17, 161 '18, 365+ '20
SOLD: 2006 Ford F350 PSD, 4WD, CC, LB, SRW, Camper pkg., 375,000mi
Full timing: Some will think you're crazy, some will be envious, just enjoy the freedom!
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03-10-2015, 06:14 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Oct 2014
Location: Decatur
Posts: 2,827
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That s Great ! my wife has been wanting to do this. she is real good at spotting me when backing up,we use hand held radios ..
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Roy&Joyce
Decatur Al.
Jayco 2022 27RB WhiteHawk
Jayco 330RSTS Gone
Jayco G2 bunkhouse Gone
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03-10-2015, 06:28 PM
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Member
Join Date: Feb 2013
Posts: 81
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I taught my wife (bumbles) how to pull a trailer when we first got one. She towed it just fine. Now backing up was a different story. She shed a lot of tears trying to figure it out but she got it. She goes camping without me once a year. This year she'll be towing a bigger camper but she can handle it. It's a good idea for both to know how to do everything including towing in the event there is an accident or illness that prevents the regular driver from driving.
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03-10-2015, 06:32 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Nov 2013
Location: Fraser Valley
Posts: 306
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I towed our trailer this summer. It was a bit freaky at first, but I quickly got the hang of it. Backing up, however, is something I can barely do well in my car. I'll leave that one to hubby. So far I've managed to guide him into various tight spots and we are still married. Good challenge for any couple!
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2010 Ford F-150 Supercrew Lariat
2016 Whitehawk 27 DSRL
2014 Jayflight 24FBS Elite (Sold)
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03-11-2015, 08:06 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Aug 2013
Location: Hamilton, MI
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I've had the DW tow our last camper for a good part of a trip. She has driven busses, but never towed anything of that size (it was our 242). Since then, we have bought a bigger camper and im not sure she will tow it. The only time I would need her to tow it is if my folks cant tow theirs anymore. I would drive their rig and the DW could drive ours. Maybe Ill have her try this summer again.
She did fine, but didn't like towing through the city's. She also had to be reminded to make her turns wider, but she never hit anything...
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'03 Tahoe LT 5.3L
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03-11-2015, 08:13 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Aug 2013
Location: NC
Posts: 974
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Men!!! Don't let these secrets out. Remember the promise you made when you got your man card!
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2016 36FBTS Pinnacle
2016 F350, 6.7, 4x4, DRW, long bed
B & W Companion 5th wheel Hitch
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03-11-2015, 09:12 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Sep 2010
Location: Scottsdale, AZ
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When we bought our first PUP, I had my DH show me how to do the set up, tear down, hook up, tow and park. I was able to do it all on my own. I now know how to set up, hook up and tow the TT. I can backup but it still a little nerve racking for me. But I have towed through Texas and Oklahoma on some of the worst roads. I had no issues.
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1 20 yr old DD
2014 Ram 2500 Diesel Laramie Mega Cab 4 X 4
2011 Jayco Jay Flight 26RLS-Sold
2014 Jayco Eagle 298 RLDS
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03-11-2015, 10:08 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Sep 2013
Location: South Texas
Posts: 7,217
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DW's towing training begins this year!
I want her to know what towing with the 1/2T feels like so she can see the difference when we upgrade this winter!
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-2020 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited (JLU) (Primary Toad)
-1994 Jeep Wrangler YJ (Secondary Toad)
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03-11-2015, 11:11 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: May 2014
Location: Ottawa - Canada Eh
Posts: 405
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We're heading to NovaScotia again this year, I think it will be a great time for my DW to take over some driving responsibilities. Maybe I could get her to haul it through Montreal, LOL
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2013 - Jayco Jayfeather - X20E
2012 - Toyota Tacoma DBLCB Sr5 with towing package
Equalizer 10k WD, Prodigy P3 Controller, TST TPMS
2012 - Jayco Sport 10 Popup - Traded
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03-11-2015, 11:18 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Dec 2014
Location: FL
Posts: 11,281
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Dagwood
We're heading to NovaScotia again this year, I think it will be a great time for my DW to take over some driving responsibilities. Maybe I could get her to haul it through Montreal, LOL
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We're heading to the Maritimes this year, too. Plan on staying clear of Montreal and Ottawa.
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03-11-2015, 11:44 AM
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Member
Join Date: Jul 2014
Location: Closer to Crysler, ON
Posts: 74
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Ottawa??? Staying clear of Ottawa? Why, it is an easy City to get through....and just south/west of the city is wonderful lakes and camping. Don't be scared of Ottawa!
Montreal I can handle in a vehicle, I haven't towed through yet LOL
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03-11-2015, 04:24 PM
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Site Team
Join Date: Nov 2010
Location: Virginia`s Eastern Shore
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Good for you. My DW will not even attempt tow anything or learn how to, but I wish she would.
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2018 Ford F250 Super Duty 6.2l CCSB
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03-11-2015, 05:10 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Jul 2014
Location: Silver Spring, MD
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Awesome! My bride tows a little bit for me. When we go to Florida and drive for 2 days straight she will usually take the wheel for one leg between fuel ups. That is usually enough to let me rest and not worry about focusing on the road and traffic. It is amazing how even 3 hours to check email, read a book, talk with my daughter, lay back and even just close my eyes will refresh me.
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03-11-2015, 05:45 PM
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Member
Join Date: Oct 2014
Location: Toronto
Posts: 64
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Well done!
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