Tundra / truck gear box gearing question ...

[nickclifford]

Originally Posted by guskmg

When you say 20 degree incline, what does the start of the grade look like? When you start the trailer up the grade you will have trouble keeping the frame skids from digging in unless the transition from level the to slope is very gradual. If the surface is hard, you are going to cause the rear quarter panel(s) to buckle on the bottom edge(s) from the frame pushing upwards. Best have a spotter to advise you on your progress as the upward movement is not noticeable in the mirrors or a camera.

guskmg

I'll probably have to stack some 2x4 planks under the trailer wheels to help with that, it'll be some trial and error do for sure.. I've been parking on the other side of my property and needed to raise the trailer quite a bit to avoid dragging the rear end. Total pain .. note to myself , next time I move buy a house on flat ground !

[pteck]

Given the slope and depending on the type of hitch you have, I would also not engage the weight distribution bars if you have that option. Keeps the stress off the hitch and frame of tow vehicle and trailer as the rig articulates. Any droop at the hitch might also help the tail of the trailer approach with more clearance.

[nickclifford]

Agreed, I won't use my regular hitch but have an adjustable height hitch and will try that by lowering as far as possible to raise back end of trailer . I'll take some pics or video