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The tow vehicle and the trailer are connected in five different places, and each is important. Here's what you need to know.

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The Hitch And Receiver

There are four types of hitches, each measured by the weight it can pull. Every hitch has a weight capacity (WC) or weight distribution (WD) sticker telling you what loads can be carried.

Some boats and trailers will require a tow vehicle to have a weight distribution hitch so that some of the weight on a tow vehicle's rear axle is shifted to the front axle.

Class I: Capacity is 2,000 pounds Class II: Capacity is 3,500 pounds. Class III: Capacity is 6,000 pounds. Class IV: Capacity is 10,000 pounds.

There was a time when a trailer ball was a permanent part of a pickup truck and the result was a lot of skinned shins from people who forgot it was there. Today, the trailer ball can be removed because most new tow vehicles’ hitches use a draw bar receiver, to which the ball mount and hitch ball are attached and secured with a hitch pin. Most receivers are either 1 1/4 inches by 1 1/4 inches (1,000 pounds-2,000 pounds), or 2 inches by 2 inches (3,000 pounds-4,000 pounds), though larger boats (read: heavier) will require a receiver hitch with 2 1/2-inch dimensions. See hitch illustrations at right.

The Coupler

A coupler is at the end of the trailer tongue; and this is what rests on the hitch ball and is secured with either a latch lever or, if an older trailer, a round "hand wheel" that is simply screwed down to tighten. Most levers have a locking pin to keep the trailer secured to the tow vehicle. Alternatively, use a small padlock for extra security. Always check that this is tightened/locked before going on the road.

When choosing a replacement coupler for your trailer, consider what type of trailer tongue you have and what the gross trailer weight is.

Breakaway Cable

This cable runs from the actuator's master cylinder to the tow vehicle. It can be considered the last line of defense should the boat trailer separate from the tow vehicle. Its job is to slow the trailer down should the safety chains/cables fail. Should this occur, the cable actuates the brakes, even if the cable should snap off or the coupler come off the tow vehicle. As a result, the breakaway cable must be attached to the tow vehicle hitch — never to the safety chains.

Your boat trailer lights are powered by the tow vehicle's battery so when the trailer is properly connected to the tow vehicle, the trailer lights are on when the tow vehicle lights are on. A harness or connector is used to get electricity from the truck to the trailer.

There is no single connection or harness that will work with every trailer and tow vehicle. If your tow vehicle is new, chances are good you have a 7-way connector (they range from 4-way to 7-way). It may be necessary to buy an adapter/converter to "connect" the truck to the trailer lights. One common adapter is a "7-way to 5-flat," which means the seven electrical outlets on the truck "adapt" to five electrical pins on the trailer's light system.

Safety Chains

Are your safety chains crossed.

Safety chains or cables are attached to both the trailer and tow vehicle. They have to be crisscrossed to work properly.

The chains/cables are used to "catch" the trailer tongue in the rare event it separates from the trailer ball and before it hits the pavement. Safety chains should be secured with a snap shackle because it is less likely to come loose than the common "S" hook. The length must allow the tow vehicle and trailer to make tight turns.

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It can get confusing. Car electrical systems are a bit different from RV electrical systems. That is because of the different wiring. One color code will be for your car battery while another will be used for your RV battery system. When you confuse the two, you can have problems.

The key is to make sure you get the right wires connected to the right terminals. For RVs, the black wire is the hot wire and the white wire is the negative or ground wire. Do not confuse these colors as in a car, black is the ground or negative wire. You have to watch the wire coloring to get the wires to the right connection.

To learn more about wiring your RV just continue to read our article. It has the information you want to know about so that you can do a good wiring job without risking your electrical system. Knowing your electrical wiring is a must when dealing with RV electrical systems.

How Do I Hook up My RV Battery?

Generally, you hook red to positive and black to negative. However, when you are working on a battery for your RV, that is not going to be the case. For an RV system, the black wire is the hot wire and needs to be hooked to the positive terminal.

The white wire is the ground or negative connection and needs to go to the negative terminal and the RV’s frame. That is if the RV manufacturer did not throw you a curveball and use all white wires with some color stripes.

If you face that situation then you have to do some research as to which wire goes to which terminal and the frame. As it stands at the moment, the RV makers will try to follow standard traditional house wiring rules when wiring 120-volt wires but when it comes to the battery system, anything seems to go.

RV Battery Hook up Picture

The standard picture will have your battery with a white wire connected to the negative terminal and a red or black wire connected to the positive terminal. This is the simplest picture you can have. However, you may have more than one device connecting to your battery and the red color may not be the positive or hot wire.

This is what causes the confusion. You may get a white, black, and a red wire leading to your battery. When this happens the red is not the hot wire but the lead from the inverter to monitor if there is a charge going to your battery.

if you connect this wire wrong, you can damage the inverter and the wiring system. Sometimes you may have a green wire involved and when you are not sure, it is best to let a qualified electrician handle any wiring problems you may have.

Travel Trailer Battery Hook Up Diagram

Generally, your system may have 2 batteries connected in a parallel system. The parallel method helps bring the power you need to all your devices without draining the batteries too quickly.

The problem comes with the wiring method because it is easy to do it wrong and mess up your entire system. If you are not comfortable with working with electricity or wiring, then you should turn the task over to a qualified electrician who knows his stuff.

The diagrams can be very confusing when you are a novice or unsure of how electrical systems work. There are several diagrams that will be helpful to you but we cannot lace all of them here at this time.

Each one would need some explaining if you are going to DIY your wiring. Here is a link with those diagrams and explanations so you can get the right picture without a third party getting in the way and messing up those explanations.

What Color Wire is Positive on a Camper?

It has been suggested that the RV manufacturers decided to go with black as the hot wire and white as the negative wire because they followed the traditional house wiring system. They did not want to confuse the electricians when they had to replace or repair any wiring.

However, that only works for the AC side of the electrical system. The DC side has been reported to use the standard car configuration and use a red wire for the hot or positive side of the system.

But then, there are those manufacturers, who for some reason, went to all white wires and used different colored stripes to identify what the wire is supposed to be used for. For further help, you may want to look up the following guidelines- RVIA Adopted Standards12-Volt Electrical Requirements as specified by ANSI/RVIA 12V Low Voltage System Standard.

RV Battery Hookup Red And White

The white-colored wire is supposed to be the negative or ground wire on the DC electrical side of the system. Black is used for the negative on the AC side of the system.

The red would be the positive or hot wire on the DC side of the system and is replaced by black when the electrician is wiring the AC side. it can get confusing if you have experience in different electrical systems.

You cannot assume that the colors on the wires go to the same terminals on different systems. If you do make this assumption, then you are only setting your system up to blow a fuse.

It would be wise to study the different electrical systems that are on your RV because that knowledge will save you a lot of trouble.

RV Battery Hook up Black And White

By now you should know that this color code system is the standard color code system for traditional house electrical systems. Black is the positive or hot wire and white is the negative or ground wire. At least on a 2 wire system.

But as mentioned earlier, this color code system only works for the AC side of the RV electrical system. The DC side will have red as the positive and black as the negative. if that doesn’t confuse you already or make you scratch your head then those odd situations where devices use different colored wiring will.

Not every electrical device will follow the rules or the traditional house wiring setup.

RV Battery Hook up Positive or Negative First?

The risk in connecting the wrong wire first is that you could create a short in the system if you put the wrong wire on before the right wire. In almost every electrical system, the hot or positive wire must be attached first or you could short the system.

The negative or ground wire must be attached second in almost all cases. We say almost because you never know when someone gets the bright idea to switch their system. But for the most part, always connect the red or black hot wire first depending on the system you are working on.

Be careful when you see all white wires and colored stripes on those wires.

RV Battery Hook up In Series

When you are hooking batteries up in a series there is one battery that has the negative wire connected to the ground. That battery then has its positive terminal connected to the negative terminal on the next battery in the series.

The positive terminal in that second battery is then hooked up to the 12-volt system and you should be good to go. When you add one or more batteries to the series, you need to follow this same pattern.

The batteries in the middle of the series get connected to the negative terminals on the battery in front of it.

Where Does The Ground Wire Go on The RV Battery?

On almost every RV and trailer you own, the negative or ground wire should go to the nut that connects it to the frame of the RV, etc. The only thing you should worry about is getting the right gauge of wire to handle the electrical system.

This applies to both positive and negative wires and if you are setting up a series of batteries or running them in parallel. The thicker the wire, the longer it can be. if you put a too thin wire on your system, you should see a voltage drop and your devices may not function that well.

Some Final Words

Hooking up your RV battery is a matter of knowing the colors of the wires and where those colors go. For some wiring situations, you just need to follow your traditional home’s wiring system and for others, you follow your car’s wiring system.

Unless the RV manufacturer throws you a curveball and changes the colors on you. It can happen and does from time to time. If you are not sure what to do, call an electrician. That is the best solution to this topic.

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How To Jack Up A Travel Trailer: The Ultimate Guide

• Last Updated: May 2, 2024

Do you have a travel trailer that you use for camping trips? If so, it’s essential to know how to jack it up properly to avoid damage. This guide will walk you through the process of safely jacking up your travel trailer. We’ll cover everything from choosing the right jack to using proper safety precautions. Follow these steps and you’ll be able to jack up your travel trailer quickly!

Choosing The Right Jack

The first step in jacking up your travel trailer is to choose the right jack . Two main types of jacks can be used for this process: scissors and electric tongue jacks. Scissor jacks are the most common type of jack used for travel trailers. They are relatively inexpensive and easy to use. Electric tongue jacks are also popular, although they are more expensive. The trailer’s weight will also play a role in choosing the right jack. If your trailer is on the heavier side, you may want to opt for an electric tongue jack.

Both types of jacks will get the job done, so it’s a matter of personal preference. A dual axle travel trailer and tandem axle travel trailer will require two jacks, one for each axle tube . If your flat tire is on the front of the trailer, you’ll only need to jack up the front axle.

Types Of Commonly Used Jacks

Once you’ve chosen the type of jack you want to use, it’s time to select the specific model. For scissor jacks, there are two common types: manual and automatic. Manual scissor jacks require you to crank a handle to raise or lower the trailer. Mechanical scissor jacks have a built-in motor that does the work for you. Electric tongue jacks also come in both manual and automatic models.

Using Proper Safety Precautions

Once you’ve chosen the right jack, taking some safety precautions is essential before beginning the process. First, make sure that your travel trailer is parked on level ground. If it’s not, the trailer could become unbalanced and topple over while you’re jacking it up.

Also, set the parking brake on the trailer before beginning. This will help to prevent it from rolling while you’re working. Tow vehicle safety chains should also be attached to the trailer’s frame before jacking it up. A trailer aid can also be used in place of a jack. These chains will help to keep the trailer from moving if the jack should fail.

Tools and Equipment You May Require

Here are a few tools and pieces of equipment that you may need to jack up your travel trailer:

• Wheel chocks
• A wrench or socket set
• A drill (if using an electric tongue jack )
• A scissor jack or electric tongue jack
• An impact gun (optional)

Jacking Up The Trailer

Once you have the necessary tools and equipment, you’re ready to start jacking up your trailer. Here are the steps to follow:

• Place wheel chocks on both sides of the trailer’s wheels.
• Position the jack underneath the frame of the trailer. If using a scissor jack, make sure that it is placed as close to the center of the trailer as possible. For an electric tongue jack, position it directly under the tongue.
• Begin cranking the jack until it lifts the trailer off of its wheels. Continue cranking until there is enough clearance to place blocks or stands underneath the trailer’s axle(s).
• Once the trailer is securely supported on blocks or stands, lower the jack down and remove it from underneath the trailer.
• Repeat the process on the other side of the trailer.

It would help if you now had a good understanding of how to jack up a travel trailer. Just remember to take your time and use caution, and you’ll be able to do it with ease!

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How to Jack Up A Dual Axle Travel Trailer

If you have a dual axle travel trailer, you will need to jack up both sides of the trailer to change a tire or perform other maintenance. Here is a step-by-step guide on how to safely jack up your dual axle travel trailer:

First, you must find a level spot to park your trailer. Once you have found a level spot, put on the parking brake and chock the wheels. This will help to prevent the trailer from rolling while you are jacking it up.

Next, you will need to determine where to place the jack stands. A good rule of thumb is to put them under the frame near the tires you will be working on. Once you have determined where to put the jack stands, set them.

Now it’s time to start jacking up the trailer. You will want to start by jacking up one side of the trailer at a time. Place the jack under the frame and slowly lift the trailer until the tire is off the ground. Once the tire is off the ground, go ahead and place the jack stand under the frame.

Repeat this process for the other side of the trailer. Once both sides are lifted, you can safely work on changing your tire or performing other necessary maintenance.

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Now that you know how to jack up a travel trailer, here are some frequently asked questions that will help you troubleshoot any issues you may have.

What Are Some Signs That My RV Is Not Level?

If your RV is not level, you may notice your doors sticking, windows not opening or shutting properly, and cabinets falling open. You may also feel like the RV is rocking back and forth when you walk from one side to the other. If your fridge isn’t working properly, that’s another sign that your RV is not level.

How Do I Level My RV If It’s Not Level?

You’ll need to use your RV leveling jacks to raise or lower the trailer until it’s level. You can also use blocks to help level your RV.

What Should I Do If My RV Leveling Jacks Get Stuck?

If your RV leveling jacks get stuck, you can try using a WD-40 lubricant . You can also try tapping the jack with a hammer to loosen it. If that doesn’t work, you may need to replace the jack.

Wrapping Up

Jacking up a travel trailer might seem daunting, but it’s pretty simple if you follow these steps. Just be sure to choose the right jack and take some safety precautions before getting started. With a little bit of practice, you’ll be jacking up your trailer like a pro in no time! Thanks for reading.

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A converter dolly enables a tractor unit to pull trailers. Learn about the different parts of a converter dolly and the different styles they come in.

What is a converter dolly?

A converter dolly is an unpowered commercial vehicle designed to connect with tractor units and enables them to pull trailers. It consists of a chassis equipped with one or more axles, a fifth wheel (coupling device), and a drawbar. Converter dollies support the front end of a semi-trailer when towing a second or third trailer. 

Trailer converter dollies are also known as road train dollies because they connect trailers like railroad cars. (The term “road trains” is more commonly used in Australia’s trucking industry.) When a tractor pulls two trailers, it’s known as a “doubles” combination; pulling three is a “triples” combination. 

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The main components of a converter dolly include:

Axles : Converter dollies have between one to three axles. Single axle dollies have one axle and one set of wheels. A tandem axle dolly has two sets of axles,  one right behind the other.

Fifth-wheel coupler : The sliding fifth wheel coupler provides the link between a semi-trailer kingpin and the dolly. 

Drawbar : Dollies may have a single- or double-tow drawbar for coupling to the towing trailer. (See types of dollies below.) Both kinds of towbars end in a towing eye.

Pintle hitch : The hitch itself consists of a hook that engages and supports the drawbar eye and a locking mechanism that ensures that the eye stays in place.  

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The Andersen Hitches 3200 Rail Mount 5th Wheel Hitch, a robust solution for your towing needs. Crafted from durable mild carbon steel, this hitch is both sturdy and lightweight, weighing just 29 pounds. Its compact dimensions of 24"x24"x12.5" ensure compatibility with a variety of vehicles and trailers. Engineered with a weight rating of up to 20,000 pounds and a tongue weight rating of 4,500 pounds, it provides reliable performance for heavy-duty towing tasks. The rail mount design facilitates easy installation onto your truck bed rails, ensuring secure attachment and stability during towing. Streamline your towing experience with the Andersen Hitches 3200 Rail Mount 5th Wheel Hitch.

Andersen Hitches 3221 Lowered Ultimate 5th Wheel Hitch

The Andersen Hitches 3221 lowered 5th Wheel Hitch, engineered for unparalleled towing ease. Crafted from aircraft-grade aluminum, this hitch is exceptionally strong and durable while remaining lightweight at just 31 pounds. With a weight rating of up to 24,000 pounds and a tongue weight rating of 4,500 pounds, it provides robust performance for heavy-duty towing needs. Featuring a patented remote latch system, hitching and unhitching become effortless tasks. Compact dimensions of 31.5"x36"x9" offer versatility for various vehicles and trailers. Experience seamless towing with the Andersen Hitches 3221.

Andersen Hitches 3220-TBX Toolbox Ultimate 5th Wheel Connection

The Andersen Hitches 3220-TBX 5th Wheel Hitch, engineered for seamless towing experiences tailored to trucks with toolboxes. Crafted from aircraft-grade aluminum, this hitch offers exceptional strength and durability while remaining lightweight. Its innovative design features an offset configuration of 3.5 inches, accommodating trucks with toolboxes without compromising on towing performance. With a weight rating of up to 24,000 pounds, a tongue weight rating of 4,500 pounds, and a base weight of only 36 pounds, it ensures robust performance for heavy-duty towing needs. The compact dimensions of 31.5"x36"x12.5" provide versatility and compatibility with various vehicles and trailers. Say goodbye to cumbersome setups and hello to effortless towing with the Andersen Hitches 3220-TBX.

Andersen Hitches 3221-TBX Lowered Toolbox Ultimate 5th Wheel Hitch

The Andersen Hitches 3221-TBX lowered 5th Wheel Hitch, tailored for effortless towing experiences in trucks equipped with toolboxes. Meticulously crafted from aircraft-grade aluminum, this lowered hitch delivers exceptional strength while weighing just 31 pounds, ensuring durability without sacrificing maneuverability. Its innovative offset configuration of 3.5 inches allows seamless integration with trucks featuring toolboxes, maintaining optimal towing performance. With a weight rating of up to 24,000 pounds, it's engineered for heavy-duty towing needs. The compact dimensions of 31.5"x36"x9" offer versatility for various vehicles and trailers. Say goodbye to cumbersome setups and hello to smooth towing with the Andersen Hitches 3221-TBX.

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