Backing the tow vehicle to the hook

[Gary]

The way I do it, Get the trailer and vehicle in a dead strait line and look in the mirrors, you should see things about equaly spaced. then replicate this as your backing down on the trailer. atleast thats how I do it with a 10 wheeler and a tag trailer. Don't be afraid to get out and look when you think your close. and also a line to back to works well.

[Sgt_Nutz]

I lean a 5' piece of PVC against the hitch even with the ball socket so I can see it over the back of the truck as I back up. I just barely touch it with the ball when backing up and it falls over. This puts the ball about 2" off center but even with the socket. This is enough to then lower the trailer onto the ball while pulling it over that 2".