Back end problems

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Back end problems

Postby tanukihimself » Thu Apr 13, 2017 11:34 am

Not really a problem so much as just another thing to address, but im assuming yall use some kind of stabilizing jacks for the back end of the trailer when set up correct? Im about to buy a couple scissor jacks to use for the rear of the trailer.

What do yall use to prop the rear ramp door open where its flat and semi level? Get some more jacks?
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Re: Back end problems

Postby McDave » Thu Apr 13, 2017 6:13 pm

Yep, you can use scissors or screw type jack stands or stabilizer jacks or blocks and bottle jacks. Best to have the wheels chocked first, then put them under all 4 corners. You can use a level on the frame to get it level, but walmart has rv levels for a couple bucks each. Put one on each corner above where jack will be placed an one center rear frame, and one center front. They make it fast and easy. Try to get a little of the weight off the tires, so you will have 6 or 7 load bearing points. Very solid then.
About the ramp, if you mean you want it level with floor, more jack stands or mount chains to ramp frame about halfway up and attach to ramp in similar place so chains are tight when level. If trailer is always level, doors and ramps etc. just work better.

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Re: Back end problems

Postby CoventryKid » Thu Apr 13, 2017 7:37 pm

I carry a couple of jack stands to level the "patio" (ramp when level).
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