RV LIVING MADE EASY! How To Set Up a Fifth Wheel in 8 Minutes!

[@HappilyEverHanks]

🔴 What are some of your must-know tips when it comes to hitching or unhitching your fifth wheel/travel trailer? What are some steps that you can share with us that might make the process more safe and more efficient? - Kyle and Renee ✔︎ B&W Companion Slider Hitch urlgeni.us/amzn/BWhitch HappilyEverHanks Amazon Page 📦 urlgeni.us/amazon/HanksStorefront

[@worldtour4353]

Hello I'm fixing to get into rving & looking at 5th wheels, ( I see your truck bed is short) is there any problem with turning or does it clear completely, I hate looks of a long bed, thanks for any information 🇺🇲🦅🌍⚓ USMC

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Thank you for your service and what you do for our country ❤️ As far as the short bed, it always pays to have a sliding hitch for those super tight situations. There are definitely ways around it to prevent those scenarios from occurring 😃👍🏼 When do you hope to join the RV life? What’s your name by the way?

[@larryallen7370]

We purchased a fifth wheel and pick it up this week. BEST video for hitching and unhitching I've watched. Thank you so much for posting!

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Congrats to you, Larry! Thank you for your wonderful support 😃 We appreciate you taking the time to watch out videos! - Kyle and Renee

[@BorahaeJoy]

Just picked up my 5w last Thursday and I sure wish I’d found this video on Sunday when I was pulling out of the dealership campground on my own for the first time!! They hadn’t gone over the process fully and I was sweating bullets guessing at the steps and what to do. Thankfully made it to the campground 45 miles away safely but stress level was thru the roof. Just took 2 pages of notes so I don’t go through that experience again!! Thank you!!

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Oh my goodness Michelle! That is super scary. So sorry that they didn’t go over everything in detail with you 😣 happy you made it there safely and that you found some value in this video ❤️❤️ stay safe out there, we look forward to hearing from you again soon!! 😊👋🏼

[@alru5792]

Truthfully...I think they could have gone over it 50 times at the dealership and you'd still have some anxiety. Notes/checklists are great to assist, but ya just gotta dig in and DOIT!

[@judyross182]

This "tutorial" was very well done. Now I can see why when you are able to leave the campground at checkout time you are so pleased. That is a lot to remember and you did a great job of telling us, step-by-step.

[@christravels360]

Nice point about the hitch. There are quite a few people who are afraid to negotiate with dealers. They just need to stick to it, and make the best decision the first time. This will come by doing research. Great video!

[@HappilyEverHanks]

We really appreciate you saying this, Chris! Thank you for watching our videos, your support means so much 😊

[@christravels360]

@@HappilyEverHanks Thank you! I have watched so many of your videos, and find them so enjoyable. I love traveling so much, and I am always looking for people who enjoy it as much as I do. Not just that, a strong community that shares what they know (and have learned) and pass it on. I built a whole channel based around these points! Thanks again, and keep smiling!

[@ItsAboutTimeNow]

Such a fun way to show this subject. Love seeing your sweet kitty watching you out the door. ~ Brad and Diana

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Thank you Brad and Diana!! Dexter always loves making his cameo appearances, we just can’t ever figure out what he is looking at 😹 You guys are so sweet for your kind words 😊 - Renee and Kyle

[@akenedy]

Very comprehensive towing prep tutorial. Big thumbs up!

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Thank you very much for your time in watching! We really appreciate your support 😊

[@sdbrandner]

Glad to see Dexter watching also.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Lol yes, Dexter is the foreman on every job we feel like 😹 Always evaluating!!

[@danielramirez4766]

Hanks! What an awesome tutorial on hooking and unhooking to the fifth wheel🙌🏼 thanks so much.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Glad it was helpful!

[@danielramirez4766]

🙌🏼🙌🏼 so stoked you replied to my message! As I’m binge watching more episodes of you guys! Me and my family cannot get enough of you three! We have a full hook up trip to Launch pointe camp grounds in Lake Elsinore Ca this weekend and you guys are so informative I’m like a sponge watching all the uploads. Newbie here..very nervous and anxious to take my family out in our 5th wheel. 😬 god bless you two on your travels. Thank you

[@johnnylightning1491]

It's almost always better to ask for stuff than it is to ask for money off. The dealer usually looks at their cost of doing something when they are throwing it in, not the retail price. Keep the good stuff coming guys.

[@kechkaren]

Super great video! Wished we would have found you before!! We got our first 5th wheel 2022 Keystone Sprinter 2 months ago. Dealer did a way too quick ‘how-to-do’ hook up. At home, we went through h3ll hitching/unhitching for the next 3 campouts with the Lippert auto level system. Divorce was close!! Then we discovered by accident, the full Lippert instructions on the inside door panel of the propane tanks storage!! We could have cried!! Why in the world didn’t the dealer just show us these instructions!!!! How we missed seeing it is probably because we’re such newbies. You know, that deer in the headlights look! Please spread the word the Lippert instructions decal is there! Sooooooo much easier. And we’re still married.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Thank you very much Karen!! This is really great information 😊 Glad ya'll survived to tell the tale! Much love from the Hanks family ❤️

[@kechkaren]

Omg!!! You guys are nurses?! I’m a retired travel ER RN (2020) after 32+ years. Now, ahhhhh, relax RVing! Thanks for what you do!

[@theFrugalDuo]

Wow! I never realized that there was so much involved in pulling a Fifth wheel!! 😲 But, you guys did an excellent job at breaking it down step by step. Glad you were able to get all of those extras installed at no extra cost!! That's definitely a HUGE win!! I'm (Christina) always such a hard sale!! 🤣🤣 Whenever we bought our camper, I insisted on having the salesman throw in a t-shirt from their shop!! 🤣 We absolutely LOVE your channel! We were actually binge watching your episodes earlier. 😍

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Aww thank you Christina!! Your support means the world to us! ❤️We really enjoy watching your content as well and often look forward to each new episode! That's awesome to hear that you are able to be such a good bargainer at the dealership, it's not always easy 😄How did you like this style of video with the voice over? Do you think it is able to cement the information better or would you rather see us explaining the content in the video?? - Renee and Kyle

[@TexasFamilyCamping]

Hey, it's the Frugal Duo. Sorry if I was teasing too much this morning. Y'all are awesome. Aren't the HappilyEverHanks so good at making these videos? They're naturals.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

LOVE being part of this community! It's so awesome how everyone knows everyone 😊Thank you guys for your support!! We will keep the content coming!

[@theFrugalDuo]

@@HappilyEverHanks I honestly thought it was great! I thought the voice over was very thorough and appropriate! You guys are truly naturals at this! I see BIG things happening for the Hanks!! 😍

[@HappilyEverHanks]

@@theFrugalDuo Aww you guys are so awesome! We are so happy to be able to grow with you guys and support each other in our journeys ❤️ Thank you so much for the kind words and feedback! We to our best to keep it fresh and exciting 😄much love - Renee and Kyle

[@brittanymousseau1595]

Yay! New video! I loved the voice over in this one! Renee you did a great job! 😁 and such high energy from you guys, I love it! ❤️❤️

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Brittany you are so awesome for watching and commenting!! We were hoping the voice over would make it pop! Miss you guys and can't wait to bring some more content to the table that will hit close to home for you both 😉- Kyle and Renee

[@macklane3467]

Thanks for another great video. Watched this one 3 times so far. Hitching up without dealer help for the first time today!

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Mack!! Thank you so much for your great feedback 😃👍🏼We are so happy for you!!! Let us know how it goes hitching up at the dealer today, we want to hear all about it!

[@MrNicmousseau]

Awesome content! Lots of little tidbits that are usually overlooked or taken for granted that can make or break your trip or truck!!! Keep up the amazing work you two! Can’t wait to see what you come up with next!!!

[@HappilyEverHanks]

The man of the hour!! You made it 😃 thanks for watching and giving us such a great idea for content! We are glad you enjoyed it and can’t wait to bring more content like this in the future!! Thank you so much for the support 😊

[@jayanddenissejones6648]

WOW! That was amazingly detailed and extremely informative. Thank you again for another wonderful video!! So much to learn and details details details!! As retired military, detailed operational mission orders are so critical to mission success. Great job!

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Yes absolutely!! Couldn’t agree more with what you said, thank you for the amazing feedback 🙂 Glad it was helpful content! We try to keep it simple and informative. We appreciate you Jay and Denisse! ❤️

[@MsJRod2012]

I just started my new RV life about 6 weeks ago, and I've been watching your awesome and helpful videos since last year. Thank you for sharing your RV life experience with us, since newbies definitely need this! I just wish I would have seen this video before I bought my hitch, since I do not like it. But I am traveling for a while, so cannot replace it yet. Oh well, RV life must go on!😅😂

[@jasonkeith3220]

Great video guys 👏👏👏👏 we are veteran campers but have just purchased our 1st large 5th wheel and pick it up this week. No matter how experienced, your videos are a great reminder. Keep up the great videos.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Wow thank you so much Jason for your amazing feedback! We really appreciate you taking the time to leave a comment. Congrats to you guys, what kind of fifth wheel did ya end up getting? 😃

[@jasonkeith3220]

@@HappilyEverHanks Y'all are Welcome!! After a year and a half of back and forth between toy haulers and a standard 5th wheel we (meaning my wife) chose a 2021 Heartland Big Horn 39rk. We really wanted a Solitude 390rkr or the Momentum 376ths but with a family we had to be financially responsible. We are still excited to move from a 38ft bumper pull to our new rig. What's one more 8hr drive from NC to Ohio 🤔🤣🤣

[@HappilyEverHanks]

That’s awesome!! Sounds like a beautiful rig 😀🙌🏼 We are so happy for you guys! Hopefully we can meet you guys one day on the road, y’all sounds great!!

[@haleybloss9685]

Have I mentioned lately how much I love your awesome videos?! 🥰👍 Thanks again for all the deets!! Happy Holidays Happily Ever Hanks!!

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Aww Haley you are so sweet and kind! Thank you so much! Happy Holidays! ❤️

[@wonderlandpeacepipe]

One of the best and easy to understand videos. Thanks

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Awww thank you Wendy and Gregery, that means so much to us ❤️ - Renee and Kyle

[@21psd]

Excellent tutorial! Love your videos, you guys are a lot of fun to watch. If I could suggest a couple more tips: Wheel Chocks (trailer) - should always be the very FIRST thing placed when unhooking, and the very LAST thing removed after hooking up. Distractions - never allow yourself to become distracted while connecting/disconnecting the trailer. Preferably avoid conversations, but if someone does walk up to talk, stop what you're doing until they're done and then do a quick review of what step you're on before resuming.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Hey you sound like a couple of our videos we have out there! Check these out! kzbin.info/www/bejne/pX3OZ3eKq8imbrM kzbin.info/www/bejne/jmWbcpVujLt1oKM So funny it’s like we have the same minds! Thanks for sharing! Safe travels! 😃 ~Renee & Kyle

[@21psd]

@@HappilyEverHanks will do, great minds think alike! lol Hey, given you professions, could you do a video on putting together a first aid kit for the RV? From some basic essential stuff to maybe a little more advanced, even including first aid for our pets. Thanks!

[@HappilyEverHanks]

We actually thought about this many times but worry about the liability aspect of it. Ya know, telling people to just put a bandaid on it and then in reality it needed more than that... like stitches! We’ll have to put a huge disclaimer in the video! Thanks for sharing!

[@rme2002]

Love seeing the Hanks in action ❤

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Rachelle you are so awesome for watching and supporting us 😊Have we convinced you yet to get into the RV Living lifestyle??

[@thompsona10625]

Yay!!!! New video! I waited all day!

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Thanks for watching Adam! Miss ya buddy! How did you like the new video style that we brought forth in this video with the voice over? Any recommendations for us? 😃

[@thompsona10625]

HappilyEverHanks I love the video! Editing is spot on. I can’t believe the quality I’m seeing from you two! You are rocking it! I love anything that involves aerial drone shots and I really loved the close up of the hitch engagement. It was close enough to see the action but still left enough distance to maintain my perspective/angle. My new favorite channel!!

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Adam you are too awesome! Your honest feedback means so much to us! We will keep the good content coming, stay tuned for some footage that will hit close to home to you 😉 talk soon!

[@strongallib]

Thanks so much guys!! This was great, I'll be hitching up and living solo on the road in my 5th wheel soon so this step by step guide is exactly what I was looking for. Lol the hitch installer definitely made me nervous about doing it by myself, but I knew it couldn't be that hard. Thank you!! Hope to see you both on the road!

[@HappilyEverHanks]

How awesome!!! You will absolutely love this lifestyle. So happy for you :) yes, the hitching is not hard at all, just figuring out a routine and sticking with it is key. What model of fifth wheel did you end up going with? - Kyle and Renee

[@dontfencemein-rving7439]

I have been going back and forth between wanting a Fifth Wheel or a Class C or Class A. This step by step tutorial takes a lot of fear out of the equation. Such a great video.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Wow thank you so much ❤️ this means a lot to know that the tutorial was able to hold your attention 🙂 so happy that it was beneficial!!

[@RVOnTheWayside]

Well, I know where to reference this if we ever go with the fifth wheel. Again, this is one of those things that can be boring, but you guys are making it fun. Loved the advice at the end. We did that can we get this or that with the house. It isn't always about money. Thank you! for making that point to others as well. ❤️👍👏 Donovan & Jodi

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Awww thank you Donovan & Jodi!! We try to our best to make it interactive so that it can be enjoyable to watch while getting good content out of the video! You guys are so awesome for watching 😊 stay tuned, we have super fun vlogs coming 😁👌🏼 stay safe guys! - Kyle and Renee

[@mikehodnicki6801]

Excellent video! BUT… remember not everyone has an auto level on their trailer. Some of us need to do the leveling and setting the height of the nose manually. I also have a tool box mounted to my bed so I can’t see the hook up directly, I added a camera system to the bed of the truck and 3 additional cameras on the trailer( for backing up) Prior to the camera, I used the “old school” tennis balls on magnet polls. Surprisingly that worked really good. Your video is still excellent!

[@LovingLifeHitchedUp]

Really enjoyed this video. Glad we have a little travel trailer. Lol....enjoying your videos. Love that we're growing together.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

We started off in a travel trailer, we miss it! Thank you guys for commenting and watching ❤️ we really enjoy watching your content as well and growing together! Stay safe 😊

[@McGuiresOnTires]

Another great video, you guys. Thank you for the information. We love adventuring with you guys. Can't wait for more!

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Thank you guys so much for watching and supporting us ❤️Do you guys have any suggestions on content that we can bring forth to the channel related to RV Living? We tried to bring something informational that everyone can appreciate. What did you guys think of the voice over in the video, was the sound quality good for you? - Renee and Kyle

[@angiemitchell5950]

Just started watching you two and I love you already. Thanks for this, huge help for me to learn.

[@rvscootin3457]

Great video! I didn't see y'all use a check list. We have always done this (hitching and unhitching) just like an airplane pre-flight. That being said, on our latest GD Solitude 5th wheel. I will make a check list out of the steps that you enumerated here. Thanks again!!!

[@caseypries7559]

This is a pretty good video. One of the things I do is to plug in my power before auto-leveling and I actually disconnect the power after I've retracted the back jacks when hitching up. I like to relieve the batteries as much as possible and our fridge is a residential so it's running on an inverter. The longer I'm on shore power the better. Just an update, I'm still liking our Demco auto-sliding hitch for short beds. I never have to think about sliding the hitch manually and that's good because I'd forget.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Hey Casey! These are some really great points that you brought up 😀👍🏼 we agree with you, the longer on shore power, the better for sure Glad to hear about the update!! Really like the idea of that auto slide 🙂 Gonna have to check that out one day

[@caseypries7559]

@@HappilyEverHanks we'll be in the traverse city area as you know so I'd be glad to show you guys how it works. Because our hitch head rotates with the rv we use a coil/bungee style breakaway cable that I just clip to a ring I have around the hitch handle. Really it's pretty slick and easy and I can do all of it without climbing in the bed.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Goodness that sounds amazing. We will be sure to bring the note pad 😎👍🏼 Sounds like an awesome setup you have

[@caseypries7559]

@@HappilyEverHanks I'm sorry if it sounded like I was insinuating you guys don't know what you're doing, that wasn't my intention. I just saw a few things along the way that I thought might be helpful.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

No no no!!! Not at all Casey! We are learning every day and we REALLY appreciate all the feedback and insight that you provide us with. That's what the RV life is all about, helping each other and being a family :) Don't ever feel like you are "stepping on our toes" We can't wait to meet you!!

[@hamskoolie9706]

A slider hitch with a 5th wheel is wel worth the additional expense. It allows us to jackknife our 5ver and turn around in about 35’ of space. A capability that allows us to go down a dead end and still turn around (perfect for our favorite beach destination where bumper pulls don’t generally go because it’s a 1/4 mile if backing with a bumper pull.

[@RaleyCreativeTravel]

This is some good information and a must see video for those looking to do things properly!! Great job!! We have been living the RV life since 2012 and we head out for two months on Friday!! Be well and safe!! - Blane

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Hey Blane! Thank you so much for your wonderful support as always, you mean so much to us 🤗👍🏼 this is so exciting to hear! Where are y’all planning to head on your adventures?

[@RaleyCreativeTravel]

@@HappilyEverHanks we are visiting a friend in Warner Robbins, GA, then headed to Pigeon Forge, TN for a few days. After that, headed to Mammoth Cave and also Williamstown, KY before heading to Mt. Airy, NC for a KZbin meetup of rvers in Mayberry. Then after that, headed to see family in Montana!! We are excited!!

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Yeah you guys are definitely going to be busy in the forthcoming months 😃🙌🏼 enjoy every second of it and keep us updated!!

[@RaleyCreativeTravel]

@@HappilyEverHanks yes indeed. Hopefully we see you guys and/ or Nathan and Marissa out there somewhere!! We are on Nomad near Me if you guys are!! Be safe!!

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Sounds wonderful! 🤗❤️

[@corgily]

bw is really the top end 5th wheel hitch. Thanks for the video! We considered a 5th wheel but will most likely do a class A or super C next after our travel trailer.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Yeah we absolutely love our B&W hitch, such great quality! Really good choice btw, we are starting to get interested in those Super C rigs! They look awesome and really safe. Thank you for watching and commenting! - Kyle and Renee

[@corgily]

@@HappilyEverHanks So we are on our way to full time RV. We were trying to decide between 1 ton dully with 5th wheel toy hauler, or class A/Super C towing a jeep gladiator. In the end we sorta decided if we move twice a month for say 3 hours at a time, and the other 28 days we are exploring and being a tourist, that we'd rather have the jeep gladiator those 28 days thats a narrow|small pickup that we can take the top off instead of trying to tour places in a 1 ton dually. just grocery shopping and stuff is easier parking.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

corgily you know you bring up a great point! The dually can definitely be harder to find parking especially in tight places or cities. I would strongly consider the Jeep Gladiator as well! We always wonder if we will one day upgrade to a class A or Super C. They look like so much fun to have and convenient to drive around. Either that or a Sprinter van, those are becoming really popular as well! When do you guys hope to go full time by? - Kyle and Renee

[@corgily]

Our target right now is 2023. So in 3 years. Right now we are seasonal / part time. I'm camping about 80% of the time 8 months a year and maybe 2 weekends a month when its cold. My wife is more like every 3rd weekend in summer and then them same in winter with our travel trailer

[@HappilyEverHanks]

corgily that’s an awesome goal to have for you guys! Can’t wait to see how it turns out for ya! My wife and I have been doing it for 4 years now and absolutely love it. Thank you for the support and watching 👍🏼😃 your videos of hitting the boonies in the jeeps are fantastic - Kyle and Renee

[@ajherry837]

Thank you for the video. On piece of information, the break-away must not be attached to hitch; if the hitch breaks, cable flys away with the hitch assembly. Cable needs to be attached to truck on cargo tie-down with C-hasp or aftermarket eyelet. Keep up the good work. Hope to see you in Tampa RV Show.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Thank you for sharing, you are so right! We still need to do this simple mod!

[@missouritravelers]

We have a ball hitch we aline the truck and camper by putting chocks behind the rear truck wheels before we unhook When ready to rebook we just back the truck till it stops at the chalk

[@HappilyEverHanks]

That’s a great tip for making sure everything lines up perfectly when hooking back up! Thanks for sharing and for watching!

[@Tyler-en9lw]

Good idea to throw a handful of grease on that skid plate. Very informative video.

[@TexasFamilyCamping]

Your excitement level just makes your videos a step above. What does the Tow/Haul mode do? Cat alert at 6:00 I want to see more locations. And I want to see more silly hijinx, y'all make me laugh (I'm laughing with you). And how about the day in the life of a travel nurse. What's it like getting up, getting ready for work in a fifth wheel? All interesting stuff. But honestly, y'all are so much fun, I'd probably buy a ketchup Popsicle from you, LOL. Keep 'em coming.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

This is so fantastic you guys!! Honestly your words bring the biggest smiles to our faces! 😃We absolutely love watching your videos as well and are so happy to have your support in our adventures! The tow/haul mode actually switches the gear ratios on the truck to provide more torque when the power is needed for towing! Love Dexters cameo in the video 😸He is such a goofball! Yes!! We would love to bring that content to the table and will definitely start working towards producing this content for you guys! A lot of people don't even know what travel nursing is, so we are happy to help shed some light on the career in any way that we can! Did you guys enjoy the voice over that Renee did in this video? We are trying to spice it up a little and wanted to know your opinions.. do you think it helps to engage more and cement the content we are bringing or would you rather see us in the video actually explaining the content? - Kyle and Renee

[@TexasFamilyCamping]

@@HappilyEverHanks The voice over work was perfect, the audio was just right, I could understand every word Renee said, and the visuals were spot on. This is a very technical topic, seeing Renee isn't really all that important, for this video. What you showed us with angles of the hitch and everything is what we needed to see, and really anyone that needs to learn how to properly use a fifth wheel hitch. We won't have a fifth wheel any time soon, but, you reminded me, that I need to have Tania check our trailer break lights before we leave each time. So you still had something good for everyone.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

WOW, that is really solid feedback. We appreciate this honesty and support! Thank you guys, we will continue to bring more content like this. You guys rock, stay safe! Happy trails to you guys 😊

[@TOTALLYRELAXED]

Hey Y’all! Great information! I was holding my breath when y’all were hooking up the fifth wheel and I kept thinking “Tug test, tug test, tug test ”...then Renee spilled it! Ahhh! But, I can assure you that after all my years in trucking I will NEVER pull another trailer! LOl! What’s wild, also, is the fact I could back a 40, 48, or 57 foot trailer onto a knat’s behind..but, if y’all was to ever see me back a U-Haul trailer you’d think I’d never backed a trailer in my life! When I go full time it’ll be in a Class B Promaster. I wanna go places y’all can’t with your big rig! Stay safe as I wave from Houston!

[@HappilyEverHanks]

I don’t doubt that for one minute! You have gained so much experience with backing up rigs over all of those years. I can’t say I blame you for never wanting to tow again in your life 😄 Your class B will be absolutely wonderful with the flexibility to be able to go many more places. We someday want to also venture into that kind of living style! When you hit the road, let us know and we will hopefully be able to all meet up 😃👏🏼🙌🏼 - Kyle and Renee

[@christinaholligan8299]

Quick question. We have a brand new fifth wheel and the ball on the fifth wheel itself is Rusty what do you do? Also I want to thank you guys for what you do we appreciate you. Great information.

[@shawnminarik4936]

Great video it is much appreciated. Do you have videos on the rest of the 5th wheel set up like water ect?

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Hi there! Yes, we absolutely do 🤗 I will leave that setup video linked right here for you - kzbin.info/www/bejne/aIjbeZWwitp2edk

[@shawnminarik4936]

@@HappilyEverHanks thank you so much, exactly what I was looking for.

[@deanwebster]

Awesome video, guys! Thanks for sharing!

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Thank you for watching and commenting Dean, always awesome to have your support!! 😊

[@ozonepestcontrol5485]

Thank you. Finally got the RV. Now the long wait for the Truck. End of September 2022.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Congrats!! We’ll see you out on the road!

[@dennycappetta2035]

Great step by step info. Safe travels.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Thank you so much Denny!! Hope you are doing well 🙂 Any upcoming plans for this summer?

[@LucAbroad]

Very interesting and fun to watch! Keep it up!😍

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Thank you so much 😊 your support and kind words mean so much to us!! - Kyle and Renee

[@joelcrow]

I discovered the importance of having the pin box be slightly lower than the hitch today... kept backing harder and harder into the rig then realized it wasnt locking in. Sadly i also used up the little bit of power left in the rig battery trying to adjust the legs. I need to learn how to set hitching height in my controller 😅

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Those learning lesson are all too familiar on our end as well 😬 We feel your pain! Thank you for your wonderful support in watching our videos, Joel! We appreciate you

[@thaisguedes4067]

Such a great video! You made it look like it’s so easy!!! Thanks for that 😬

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Absolutely Thais!! Thank you so much for the wonderful feedback 😊🙌🏼 talk again soon!

[@michaelbemvindo]

You guys are awesome! Well explained - Just like school.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Hey Mike!! Thank you so much friend 😀👋🏼 keep these wonderful comments coming

[@ericridgeway6148]

I know this is an older video… but I experience issues all the time with my auto leveler running out of stroke due to the level of the spot. Do you have a video on where to put blocks to create best stability?

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Hey Eric! We actually don’t have any content related to this yet, we have been having the same problem as well. Does your auto level system just randomly shut off? Like it sounds like it’s running out of juice and then just dies kinda thing?

[@ericridgeway6148]

@@HappilyEverHanks no it doesn’t randomly shut off like that. Maybe that is because of your fluid level in the tank that operates the level? For me.. it’s making the rig stable with all 4 tires on the ground that I have trouble with. When I run into an out of stroke error (bc one side is lower/higher than other) I have to put blocks under the jacks. Which takes the wheels off the ground. Researched the Anderson blocks with magnets for the front of the rig seems like that might help to have a set of 6 of those to help combat it. Others use the Anderson levelers that drive up onto. Its hard enough to get parked straight backing in.. let alone trying to drive up on a leveler haha

[@HappilyEverHanks]

@@ericridgeway6148 ohhhhh!!! That makes sense, we have been using the Andersen Levelers as well! We like to have those handy, it helps take out some of that initial compensation from the auto level system (kinda like doing some of its job from the get go) STILL we have been to un-level sites where the levelers don’t compensate enough and the tires can still get lifted. Also, we have electronic leveling system. So I might look to see if anyone might be having this same problem compared to the hydraulic leveling system

[@1_sickssholden875]

Exhuast brake should only be used when heading down hill or coming to a hard stop along with your trailer brake but great video 👍🏼

[@tannerduncan4294]

Succinct! I have a checklist I created on my phone. I go through it every time no matter what. PS - This video screams re-make! You should do another one but in the style of those flight safety videos where they've made them more entertaining and humourous. Based on your on-screen presence and personality in your current vids you could do a really good one. #BingeHanks

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Haha!!! Yes! We couldn’t agree more 😄🙌🏼 That would be so much fun to create. Thank you for your support Tanner! Such great ideas

[@ConsidertheWonders]

Nice negotiations and love the plier pointer 😆 showing how it all works 👍

[@HappilyEverHanks]

😂 lol thank you!! We couldn’t figure out what to use for demonstration but somehow we landed on the needle nose pliers 😁

[@ConsidertheWonders]

HappilyEverHanks haha nah the pliers were funny. We liked it 🤣😂🤙

[@HappilyEverHanks]

@@ConsidertheWonders 😂You guys are too awesome, thank you for watching!!

[@thejagfamily08]

Awesome tips, great idea on them throwing in the hitch with the price of the Fifth wheel

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Thank you guys!! We hope that it could be good information for everyone who watches 😊- Kyle and Renee

[@cpic3danes]

Have you had your rig over CAT scales? Perhaps you could cover how to scale your rig so you arent overweight, how to calculate payloads, tow capacities, ect. Alot of people dont know.

[@TravelingMaritimers]

Great tutorial and nice job scoring the hitch!

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Traveling Maritimers thank you guys so much for watching and commenting! Your support means so much 😊❤️ - Renee and Kyle

[@tiahanks3903]

Renee your voice is so soothing in this . I’m really liking how you make him do the work 😉

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Awww thank you so much ❤️❤️

[@BackroadsArtStudio]

Great video! High quality everything! Video footage, editing, overdubs, background music levels, attitudes. I could go on:) You guys are wonderful! Observation and thought, I don’t own a fifth wheel so there maybe a good reason for not doing this but what are your thoughts about attaching the breakaway cable on the high side of the safety pin before you install it through the handle lock? Happy trails:)

[@HappilyEverHanks]

RVWeekends That is actually a really good suggestion! We always are looking for a more secure attachment point for the breakaway cable, so we will be sure to give it a try 😃 Thank you guys for watching! We were trying to bring a fresh spin on the content with a voice over. Hopefully it spiced the video up a little 😉👏🏼 happy trails to you guys!!

[@swingwing671]

MAJOR Dex Man photo bomb!!! 💙🤣🍻

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Haha!! 😹 Yes, his stinker butt frequently does that anymore. Great to hear from you Eric!! Hope you are doing well friend

[@erniemacias2594]

Could you guys do a video on how to remove the 5th wheel trailer hitch with the puck system

[@michaelmartin9335]

Solitude Grand design good choice

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Definitely! We really enjoy ours! Are you currently living the RV life Michael?

[@MsJRod2012]

Thanks for this!! I have back leveling Jack's as well...should I keep those down as well when unhitching? I'm a newbie

[@ravencroftwitchinghourbegi2439]

this helps alot thank you for sharing with us

[@aprilchrisletsfindthewonde7808]

Great job y’all! We planned to do a hitching video as well and I’m not sure if it’ll be as good as this but thanks for the inspiration!

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Wow thank you guys for the kind words!! We appreciate all the support and comments ❤️ absolutely would love to see a hitching video from you guys! It’s always nice to see a different point of view from others on the road 😃 What do you guys utilize for videography? Do you guys have a DSLR? We recently just bought ours and really like the features that comes with it! - Renee and Kyle

[@aprilchrisletsfindthewonde7808]

HappilyEverHanks right now we use our iPhones since they shoot in 4K, a GoPro hero 4 🙈, and we just picked up an Osmo Pocket as well! I have a Nikon D3400 for my photography but it only shoots 1080 so we don’t use it for video much. I’ll upgrade one day but we have plenty of equipment for what we need right now 😅

[@HappilyEverHanks]

the MAC house yes the iPhones take really great videos as well!! Always a great resource to have in a pinch when on the go 😃 that’s awesome to hear! Thank you guys for commenting!!

[@tracym9142]

Great video! We have the same truck; what is the exhaust brake button for??

[@tommcl386]

We have watched this video several times. How often have you used the slide on the hitch?

[@Kazukio77]

We chose to go with a class C, so fifth wheel hitch instructions don't apply to us. Plus I already knew the info, but I stuck around to give a view, like and comment for support with the algorithm. Safe travels :)

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Thanks for the support James!

[@Kazukio77]

@@HappilyEverHanks Your welcome, thanks for the great tips and content!

[@mattgarrett5399]

You guys rock!!! Thank you for all this. 🙏🏼

[@Lavendaraw]

When do you put the blocks under the leveling jacks?

[@WhereDoWeTravelNow]

You made work seem like a lot of fun, that's the spirit! Would love to have a trip on that thing and vlog about it. Haha! Let the pandemic be over with and maybe I spice up my videos a little bit too 😋😎

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Thank you so much! We try to keep it light and fun with our travels. We appreciate your support, it means so much to us!! 😊- Kyle and Renee

[@tommcl386]

Do you have a video on using/engage the slider on your 5th wheel hitch?

[@omarwerkheiser1989]

i had to get the hitch 3500.00 they wouldn"t budge..and somethings wasn"t done correctly...and this was a new one lol...after your video im practicing hitching and unhitching so i don"t make a fool out of myself...

[@HappilyEverHanks]

You got this! It just takes a little trial and error, but in no time you'll be a pro! Thank you for your continued amazing support!

[@jcesparza7490]

Great video & great tips.

[@mikehanks3419]

Great tips..Well done!!

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Thank you!!! So happy you guys are able to watch! We miss you guys, love Kyle and Renee 😊

[@luiztavares3824]

Love u guys!!!

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Much love to you Luiz!! Thank you for your awesome support!!

[@davidvela2513]

Great video! Do you have the B&W Companion with slider?

[@thomasroseman575]

Don't know if this has been asked before. I think I have similar truck chevy 2500hd high country. 6ft 9 bed. Companion slider hitch. With a new primetime crusader 395bhl 42 ft camper. I had it delivered to my house. I am trying to figure the height and front to back setting for the hitch. Would yours be the same or any suggestions?. On settings. Also how much do you use the slider portion of the hitch. When I saw you back into the wilderness campsite at Disney. Didn't look like you used it. Sorry for all the questions. New to towing something this big

[@franknaiman5219]

Did they add the puck system to your truck ? And what wheel tire pachage do you use....looks great and seems to be reliable with that load ? Did you add air bags ? Thanks Frank

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Hey Frank! Yes, they added the puck system into the truck when they installed the hitch 😃We have 35 inch Nitto mud tires. The trailer has the stock Westlake tires on still lol (We need to eventually upgrade the tires). Also, no we do not have airbags. The truck squats a little, but manages the tow really well.

[@franknaiman5219]

What brand of hitch....and what brand and size wheels. GREAT Information and you really help me to understand, the hitch and unhitch process. Thanks..Enjoy your adventures...

[@HappilyEverHanks]

The hitch we have is a B&W companion (love it) and the wheels we have are 20 inch Fuel. I’m not exactly sure what exact model of Fuel rim it is though. I bought it like that from the dealership! Thank you so much 😀🙌🏼

[@jamesmurguia7030]

Have you thought about a Reece gooseneck to get more bed space

[@tracym9142]

Do you keep your battery ON when towing?? I was told not to. Thanks

[@nick081965]

Please have advise on Dexter - where does he ride - in the 5er or in the truck? I found a good place for Dotty’s (cute Siamese pictures available on request) food water compact glitter box etc. We have always left her home. But now retired we want to be out for longer trips and we want to bring her along. But she remains skeptical advice very appreciated. How does Dexter take the RV life?

[@kathyhuffman7310]

We have a check list, we use it every time.

[@aatravelling7625]

Great content! Thanks for sharing. Big Like + new friend + fully watched.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Wow thank you guys so much ❤️😊 your support means everything to us!! - Renee and Kyle

[@EmmaHowell28]

Awesome video!

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Thank you Emma!! You are so awesome for watching and commenting 😊👍🏼

[@stevedenoyer5956]

The bw slider same as you got, they wanted 2600 for it. With installation

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Wow

[@michaelfranklin1641]

Great job

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Thank you for watching and commenting!! 😃

[@peggyr.346]

Hi guys! Love your channel! What truck do you use to tow your rig?

[@HappilyEverHanks]

We have a 2017 GMC Denali 2500 Diesel :) Thank you for your support!!

[@markmidkiff7048]

I known it's been many moons ago and you've probably moved on from the Companion slider. But how do you or did you like it? And would you recommend??

[@MichiganMadeAge]

Hey I’m new to the rv live just started a few weeks ago and bought a huge 30 ft fifth wheel trailer . What type of truck would I need to move it would a f150 and fifth wheel hitch work or would I need a f250 and fifth wheel hitch?

[@kechkaren]

We got our first Rv 5th wheel this Spring. When does it get not scary?? We’re getting the hitching/unhitching down fairly well. But still feel really intimidated going down the road with that great big thing in my rear view mirror!!!!

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Feeling scared is a good thing! It's good to never let your guard down towing a big rig everywhere!

[@hange0017]

What size wheels/ tires are on your truck and does it rub?

[@LivinginOurNow]

Really well done instructional video - the voice over made it really easy to follow along. Are you towing with a 3500 or 2500? Sharp looking truck.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Oh wow thank you guys very much! We are so thankful that you watched and commented 😊 We have a 2017 GMC 2500 diesel, it is a work horse and has been so fantastic to us! Do you guys have any suggestions on other content you would like to see us bring to the channel? - Kyle and Renee

[@LivinginOurNow]

We’re always curious what full-time folks cook. Sounds funny, but we all know the oven is super tricky and there’s only so many things you can grill and/or microwave 😂 Any issues with the 2500? We really like the model 5er you have, but the 250/350 debate is a heavy debate lol.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Actually that’s a fantastic idea!! We have some great suggestions for what we like to do with dinner, eating on the road and saving money! We will be sure to make some content related to this in the near future 😃 As far as the 2500, it handles the fifth wheel like a beast. Today we took it down a 10% grade that lasted 5 miles. Didn’t even break a sweat. It handles steep grades time and time again with no problems. I think a lot of concerns are the stickers on the inside of the door that indicates a payload. However I directly messaged an inquiry to GMC mechanic who stated that this number is inaccurate when considering weight directly over the rear axle. I would reach out to a mechanic and make your own decision after receiving professional advice. We are absolutely confident in knowing that this truck can handle our rig, especially after further consultation and actual hours of towing multiple grades/conditions on the road 😃 are you looking into another truck or upgrade soon?

[@LivinginOurNow]

No upgrade soon. Should have the F-150 and TT paid off in three years... then we can think about a fifth wheel! We wanted to start small and start now... some KYD logic 😜

[@HappilyEverHanks]

KYD is what started us on our journey of travel nursing 4 years ago. So crazy how much they have grown and accomplished over these few years. Huge fans ourselves! We are happy for them Keep us updated with how things progress with your upgrade if you decide to go that route! We started small like you as well (27 foot travel trailer) and then after a few years needed a little more space to spread out 😄 thank you for commenting, it’s really fantastic to have you as a part of our community. Maybe we will see ya on the road! Happy trails 😊 - Kyle and Renee

[@TheRealBradWalker]

We are considering a fifth wheel for our next rig. I have a lifted F-350. Is your truck lifted? I have read that it is not recommended to tow a fifth wheel with a lifted truck. Thoughts?

[@USARMYMEDIC21]

What type of truck do you guys have??? I tried to find the video on that, but I couldn’t!!! I bought a 2022 390RK Grand Design Solitude today and I need to buy a truck! Any recommendations???

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Hey Nicholas!! Congratulations on your new Solitude!! 😃🙌🏼THAT IS SWEET!! What inspired you to join the RV life?? As far as a truck, we own a 2017 GMC Sierra 2500 Duramax. It is a wonderful truck! However, your Solitude sounds like a big boy 😎You probably need a bigger truck than us LOL

[@USARMYMEDIC21]

@@HappilyEverHanks Hi Hanks! I joined the RV life because I have always loved camping. I own a Healthcare Staffing Agency and work as travel nurse, so I wanted something to stay in while I travel for work. I ended up getting a 2022 RAM 3500 for the camper :)

[@mazzamouth]

What GMV truck is that? Great video too

[@severedmetalband]

What were the pads called you put on the stabilizer feet? And where can I purchase them? #ThankYouHanks

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Hey there! We just call them "Orange Lego Blocks" 😄Note sure if that is the correct term for them, but all of the gear that we use can be found on our store here www.amazon.com/shop/happilyeverhanks

[@severedmetalband]

Thanks you so much

[@patrickgniech7873]

Did your truck come with the 7 pin connector in the bed?

[@Jennanyree]

Good tips 👍

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Yay!! We appreciate you :)

[@AB-so3jv]

awesome info!!

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Thanks for watching!

[@sand_box_warrior101st4]

Hi guys we are really enjoying your videos thank you so much for all your help as we are planning on purchasing a fifth wheel soon. Yaay ! and with this particular tutorial is there any chance you guys could share a bit of info on your trucks bed hight and if any mods were needed to level off the rv for clearance at the front above the trucks bed . I curious on how high the top of your truck bed is to the ground . Wow I'm sure there was a better wY to ask this question sorry lol. Hope you don't mind that we subscribe after all my jabber jabber. Eeeek.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Absolutely!! We are so happy that they are helpful 🙂 How exciting for you guys!! No worries at all, I have actually measured the top bed rails of my truck. I found them to be at 62 inches on level ground. Yes, we would love to do a more in depth tutorial regarding the truck as well 😃 Thank you so much for the suggestion and taking the time to comment! What brand of fifth wheel are ya'll planning on getting in the near future?

[@sand_box_warrior101st4]

@@HappilyEverHanks good morning guys and thank you again . we've got our eyes on the Grand Design - " Reflection 303rl or the Solitude such as yours.👍 thanks for the measurements. Looking forward to your latest "quirky - vids" also first and foremost, we want to thank you both for your service in the medical field ❤ 🙏we have 4 Rn's in our family and are so proud of them ❤

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Good morning to you as well 😃 how wonderful you are considering the Grand Design brand! We should all meet up and hold our own mini Grand Design rally when y’all get yours hehe Wow, this means so much to us 🥰 your family sounds a lot like ours! We also have 4 nurses in our family #nursesrock! We can’t thank you enough for each comment you leave us, they mean so much to us 😃 what are your names by the way?

[@sand_box_warrior101st4]

@@HappilyEverHanks Hi 👋 guys thanks for the future invite that would be awesome to meet up, 🥂 we are Clark & Denise its nice to chat/meet you guys. :) we are located in sunny California 🌞 and plan to travel our state until we're a bit more qualified for a distance run 🤪 hint watching your videos are a big encouragement 💯 by the way our trucks bed rail sits at 62" on level ground there is a 3"lift on it👍 but I will study your hitch setup as well. My concerned is that it sat to high and would not have the required clearance between the rv and bed rail. I will continue to do some homework on the matter. Thanks so much for your great communications 🙏 enjoy your day.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

So nice to meet you Clark and Denise! I am originally from California as well 😎👏🏼🙌🏼 Love hearing your travel plans, you guys are going to have such a blast! We also originally had these concerns with having our truck lifted. We noticed that this specific model of fifth wheel had a higher over hang and provided the additional clearance that we needed to safely tow. The heigh of our rig is 13’5”, so definitely a tall one! We can’t thank you both enough for keeping in touch with us, we look forward to getting to know you more as we go 🙂 be safe and happy trails! Talk soon