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P a g e
TOWING
&
LEVELING
When
pulling
an
RV,
the
most
obvious
thing
is
shear
mass.
You’ll
be
taller,
wider
and
much
heavier.
Allow
yourself
plenty
of
room
and
time
to
maneuver
out
of
potentially
difficult
situations.
Being
taller,
RVs
are
more
susceptible
to
sway
caused
by
cross
winds
and
turbulence
created
by
other
large
passing
vehicles.
Having
the
correct
hitch
equipment
that
is
adjusted
properly
can
significantly
reduce
these
effects.
Know
the
height
of
your
RV.
This
will
help
in
avoiding
overhead
obstructions
such
as
tree
branches,
low
building
overhangs
and
low
clearance
bridges
or
overpasses.
Know
the
width
of
your
RV.
This
is
important
when
negotiating,
turns
and
other
obstructions.
Extendable
side
mirrors
and/or
add
on
tow
mirrors
can
help.
Know
how
much
your
RV
weighs
and
be
aware
of
the
weight
ratings
of
the
RV.
This
information
is
available
for
your
safety.
It
is
critical
to
never
overload
your
RV.
Overloading
adversely
affect
the
towing
and
handling
of
your
RV.
Stay
within
the
weight
ratings
and
limits
of
your
RV.
A
tow
vehicle
and
RV
weigh
a
lot
and
can
take
longer
to
stop.
Increase
your
following
distance
and
give
yourself
plenty
of
room
and
time
to
stop.
Practice
makes
perfect.
Get
a
feel
for
how
the
RV
tows
and
handles.
Especially
if
you
are
new
to
RVs.
