This video contains step by step and detailed explanations of how I connect my Scamp 13 trailer to my tow vehicle as well a leveling and disconnecting at a campsite.
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Equipment Used In This Video
- Tire pressure gage
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System
- Air Compressor
- Trailer Hitch Lube
- Chock + Lock 2 Pack (keyed alike)
- Locking Lug Nuts (1/2 in thread size)
- Proven Industries 2-Inch Trailer Coupler Lock
- Lil Coupler Lock
- Dual Propane Tank Cover
- Back Up Camera
- Bubble Level
- Camco Leveling Blocks
- Lil Orange Chocks
- My Super Sweet Sunglasses
- Outdoor Rug (8’x8′)
Trailer Sequence List
Start sequence:
1. Unplug from house if you are attached, check tire pressure. Keep chocks in place.
2. Retract stabilizer jacks
3. Raise camper hitch up to 1″ above hitch ball back tow vehicle up to
camper. Readjust as needed.
3. Unlock hitch, make sure jaws open. Check bolt/nut on jaw mechanism. Lower tongue and close clamp.
4. Attach chains, electric chord, emergency brake chord.
5. Turn on tow vehicle and check lights, brakes, cameras.
6. Remove chocks.
7. Replace coupler lock.
8. Close all vents, cabinets, windows and stove cover.
9. Do a walk around. Lock Door.
Setting up sequence
1. Before pulling into spot, do walk around, check clearance, electrical post, water, sewer receptical working / position.
2. Back or pull in, use levelers if needed. Chock tires.
3. Attach electrical, water, sewer.
4. Unlock hitch, raise and disconnect. Uncouple electric, brake, chains.
5. Pull vehicle forward/park. Turn off vehicle.
6. Lower camper tongue, check level, lower stabelizer jacks.
7. Open camper. Turn on and check electric. Turn on water and empty air from lines. Turn on hot faucet to fill water heater.
8. Open awning if needed, lower on one corner.
9. Set up outside gear.
10. Crack a beer.
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