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12-25-2012, 06:28 AM
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new owner question
I've been reading about lifting the trailer off the tires when it's not being used, what is the proper way to do it without damaging the frame?
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12-25-2012, 07:01 PM
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We have never lifted our RV's off the tires when not in use. Back in the days of bias tires that may have had some value but I don't think radials care.
But if you want to lift it off then use proper jacking procedures and block the frame. Do not put your jack under the axle.
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12-25-2012, 08:08 PM
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I lower the tongue, which raises the rear. Then lower the rear scissor jacks. Then raise the tongue, which raises the front. Then lower the front scissor jacks. This will allow the wheels to be slightly off the ground. Since the TM is not on the wheels, it is unlikely to roll! But I use the wheel chocks anyhow. I have no idea if this is necessary, but our TM sits for several months at a time so I figure it won't hurt.
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12-25-2012, 08:25 PM
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You can also use screw type jack stands under the 4 corners of the frame. You do not have to get wheels off ground, just get most of the weight off the wheels.
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12-26-2012, 04:44 PM
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Thank you all so much for the information ! This forum is awesome!!
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06-01-2013, 01:48 PM
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What would you do (or what Have you) done
To raise your trailer off the ground and keep it there in order to pull both wheels for a trip to the tire shop for balancing and if possible,having steel valve stems installed? Use four corner scissor jacks and electric tongue jack? or maybe portable "Car jack stands" on the corners? Thanks,
Dennis
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06-01-2013, 04:46 PM
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I have used the 4 corner jacks and also hooked it up to a TV so it is much less likely to roll off those jacks. Not sure if that is necessary, but that's what I do. Then I take the wheels in another vehicle.
Dave
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06-01-2013, 04:59 PM
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Thanks Dave,
Hitching it up sounds like a good, free bit of insurance!
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2013 Trailmanor 3124KB
570 watts of solar panels + Portables
24" Toshiba Flat screen DVD Combo
Pioneer DEH-X5500HD Head unit/CD Player with USB and mini jack on front.
3000 watt pure sine inverter
Trailer rewired with heavy Gauge welding Cable
LED's inside and out
40 Gal. Fresh upgrade.
Elec. Tongue Jack
TV - 2010 Suburban LTZ 4x4
75th Anni. Model
With Factory Heavy duty Tow Package Heavy Duty Transmission,Oil cooler,Trans cooler, Gearing.
Weight Distribution Hitch and bars.
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06-01-2013, 06:39 PM
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In addition whenever I move or work on the TM unhitched, I make sure the emergency brake pull cable is free and hanging up near the power winch head. That way if it ever starts to roll, I can just grab the cable and pull to activate the brakes,
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06-02-2013, 04:40 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by TheSteeleFamily
To raise your trailer off the ground and keep it there in order to pull both wheels for a trip to the tire shop for balancing and if possible,having steel valve stems installed? Use four corner scissor jacks and electric tongue jack? or maybe portable "Car jack stands" on the corners? Thanks,
Dennis
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On our 2011 the stabilizing jacks are not rated to lift the camper So we have no choice but to go the jack stand route.
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