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Old 02-27-2015, 11:15 AM   #21
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Walk before you run

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Ah yes but then I still get no experience pulling or parking it. Can't have a professional mover every time we camp.
That's not what I am saying.

When you learned to first drive a car, I am sure that you did not get right onto the interstate and have a go.
You eased into it.
You probably first practiced in a limited traffic environment, probably a large parking lot.
Then, as your confidence and experience increased, so did the extent and locations where you drove, eventually working your way up to congested traffic areas, high speed freeways, etc.

Towing a TT is no different.
You need to learn to walk before you run.
All I am saying that that maybe your first experience should not be an endurance run.
Get it delivered to your home where you can then have the opportunity to gain the experience needed.

However, whatever works for you as long as you drive safely and do not endanger yourself or others.

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Old 02-27-2015, 12:16 PM   #22
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Another point, we do not know if this is being picked up at a dealer. So, if that is the case, have someone show you how to hook it up and have them drive around on city streets showing you (as you are sitting in front passenger seat) how the truck/trailer handles. If they can explain what and why they are doing as the drive happens would will see first hand and be able to ask questions.
I have found that reading or talking about doing something you never have done before helps. But, I have found after learning in the classroom and than driving on the track are 2 different things. Myself like many others still hit the walls on high speed turns, we were told how not to but, still did until a few laps. Practice, practice, practice and have a good plan. That's how to avoid accidents.
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Old 02-27-2015, 02:48 PM   #23
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Perhaps someone on this forum who lives in the OP's area could volunteer to assist in the ride home. I would, but distance prevents that.

Just trying to be neighborly...
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