xraytech09
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Hey guys, thanks for all of the answers to my question. I appreciate everyone taking the time to help.
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smkettner
Southern California
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Get 14' if you are spending money.
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wandering1
Texas
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It really depends on how high the fifth wheel you buy is. Heights vary depending on manufacture, model, and size. I would go with at least 13'.
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falk1rk
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My dad has a Wildcat that is called mid profile and it will not fit under his 12' door so I would say go for 14' and never worry about it.
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Sandy & Shirley
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Our unit is 12'8". I'm 6'2 and it is barely tall enough that I can stand up straight in the bedroom. I think a 12' door is low for many if not most 5ers
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ryoung
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You will need a 14' wall opening to ensure any fifth wheel will fit into it. Consider a sliding door which will eliminate any additional wall height.
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azbound
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Our 5er is 13'2" at the front AC
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glazier
Kentucky
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Sailbad wrote:There is a standard. It's put out by D.O.T. 13'6".
If you put in a door with a 14' opening then you can get almost anything in it. 
I built my fifth wheel garage this past spring, 14' garage door, and you never have to worry about it.
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