5th wheel hitch

[Camping family]

Okay got the hitch in the new truck. But now with the tail gate open it is only a 1inch or so from the camper. I’m thinking of moving the hitch one hole back. What you guys think? The pic is where it is now.

[chuckster57]

King pin of trailer should be about 1” forward of the rear axle when towing under ideal conditions.

[CedarCreekWoody]

You certainly want some space between tailgate and camper. Other wise you will damage both if you back in at an angle.

[wrvond]

You’ll want to be sure that when the hitch slides back the kingpin doesn’t contact the tailgate.

[notanlines]

"But now with the tail gate open it is only a 1 inch or so from the camper."
One hole back PROBABLY won't make a difference in towing, but be careful. What Chuckster said is the accepted rule.