Why You Shouldn't Park Trailer on Incline

Updated 06/05/2018 | Published 06/01/2018

Question:

My driveway is on an incline ... Then my sidewalk goes somewhat flat. When Im hitching my truck to the travel trailer , the rear of my truck its up higher and because its on the sidewalk . Sitting higher thin the travel trailer . What is the best solution for hooking up when youre not on flat ground? I have a Ford F-150 using a Blue Ox. Hitch

asked by: Kevin T

Expert Reply:

If you are asking about settting up a weight distribution system you'll need to find level ground for that. Also it's not ideal to leave a trailer parked on an incline or decline. Biggest reason being that if something happens to the wheel chocks the trailer is going to go rolling down the hill by itself and because it makes connecting difficult. Also if you aren't careful as you back up the the trailer you could knock it loose and cause it to start rolling.

Sounds like you'd want a taller trailer jack though if your tow vehicle sits so much higher than the trailer when it's on the trailer.

expert reply by: Jameson C