Stabilizer Jacks

[synaps3]

Finn mentioned stabilizers like these earlier in the thread...

They're only $15 here:
http://www.etrailer.com/Trailer-Jack/Domar/TJ01RT.html

[Classic Finn]

Finn mentioned stabilizers like these earlier in the thread...

They're only $15 here:
http://www.etrailer.com/Trailer-Jack/Domar/TJ01RT.html

Gees only 15 USD and 70 or 78 Euro here.

[H-Balm]

We have two on our back end. My wife feels that they make a big difference. And anything that makes the wife feel better, makes me feel better.

That is a wise statement.

[LDK]

I'm gonna try something different I'm gonna make mine out of pvc pipe. 2in dia. and 1-1/2in dia. pvc . I'll make it where the 2in. tube screws into the bottom of the deck and the 1-1/2in tube will slide into the bigger tube. I'll have holes drilled in each tube to run a bolt through. If that doesn't get it level enough, all you have to do is unscrew the big tube alittle until it's perfectly level. I was brain storming the other nite and came up with this idea. I've done bought the pvc (under $20), and as soon as I get done with my trailer frame, I'm gonna install it. Larry

[synaps3]

Larry -- PVC doesn't hold weight well. Your stands are going to collapse... It's a bad idea...

[stomperxj]

I put 2 BAL 36" stab jacks on the back of mine...

[LDK]

Dave, you may very well be right but I'm gonna give it a try anyway. I'm building it to stabilize not to hold weight. The tongue jack and the wheels do all the weight holding. What the heck if it fails, it fails, I only spent $17 on it. If it works I'll post pics.---- Larry------------------------------------------------------If it does break, I may use threaded metal pipes depending on how much trouble it is to find it or just use regular stabilizer jacks.---------Larry

[bohemian]

Go for it Larry.I love that can/will do spirit. - Wayne

[CAJUN LADY]

I have had no luck with scissor jacks under my Teardrop or my Scotty. I don't know if they are just cheap made or what but right now one of them under the Scotty is being held up with a zip tie. It took forever to get that POS snapped back together. I'll take a pic and post it tomorrow.

I brought a pair of jacks I already had to use this last camping trip. They are heavy but they worked just fine.

I like the ones Finn posted. I had those on an old camper and they worked great.

[Vindi_andy]

Larry your idea sounds like the sort of thing that go under kitchen cabinets

http://www.screwmaster.co.uk/plinth-fee ... s-35-p.asp

[fm-usa]

LARRY:
You might have a chance if you can minimize PVC from side movement.

Add another smaller leg off to the side, that'll create a triangle. If PVC can be kept from bending, it'll support a lot of weight.

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[LDK]

This is an old thread. I changed my mind on the PVC stabilizer thing. I think it could work though but it would probably look tacky. I'll find some other way to stabilize my trailer.

[George Taylor]

We have 4 on ours. One at each corner. Check out these.
Bal 23025 Stabilizing Jacks Tent Trailer

[Hikerjohnd]

Every camper I've used had two on the back corners & I thought they were great. I did see one guy at a campground whip out a drill with a socket on it & use that to raise & lower the jacks. Definitely something I will consider as my little li-on drill is usually in my truck!

[halfdome, Danny]

Heikki, I put stabilizer jacks on the two rear corners of my builds because people expect them. I've attempted to use them but found them to be temperamental for leveling.
I use a scissor jack that's stored in the tongue box and a portable drill to drive it up and down for behind the wheel leveling. It's fast and easy, couldn't be happier. Danny