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Old 02-21-2012, 03:14 PM   #8
commodor47
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Brian,

Another option is to remove the troublesome stabilizer jack. I removed all four of my jacks last summer; sanded, primed, painted and lubricated each with the Teflon lube. Each jack is held in place by four bolts threaded into a plate on the box main frame. Extend the jack so it is snug to the ground, loosen and remove the four bolts then carefully retract the jack enough to slide it out. Make sure to hold onto the jack when releasing the pressure - they are a bit unstable and somewhat heavy.

I did end up bending one of the curb side, front stabilizers several years ago. Once the threaded rod is bent it is nearly impossible for the jack to work properly. I ended up replacing the damaged stabilizer jack.

Dick
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