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    Re: [RC] New Rig - FancyNite


    Don't sweat it first of all.  Relax and breath. <g>

    You will love driving your new trailer before you know it. Just remember you need more room on turns. Swing wide. Your backing (steering) is just the opposite on a gooseneck (or 5th wheel).  But you'll be able to back that thing into tight spots before
    you know it.

    And yes, it is a piece of cake to hook up. You'll be doing it in the dark before to long.
    Although Angie didn't find hooking one up in that dark that fun.

    Until you get some practice, don't get yourself in any pickles, so to speak.  For instance park at base camps where you can just drive out. Get gas at places you have room move.. (truck stops)

    Then when you get home, take it in a big field.... Practice and enjoy.  And laugh when you say oops... And breath <g>

    You'll do fine.  Remember you're longer now, they don't turn on a dime (although they do turn nicer than a bumper pull)... Just go easy.
    (you know those warnings on semi's that say "Warning, wide right turns", now it is your turn to make wide turns <g>)

    Enjoy your new trailer.
    Jinnifer