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01-31-2017, 01:18 PM #1
Advice Needed - Is it ok to use auto leveler to change tires?
Is it ok to use the levelers (Ground Control® 3.0) to lift my Reflection 337RLS to change tires or do I need to buy a heavy duty jack? Thanks!
David & Sandi
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2019 Refection 337RLS
2019 FORD F-350 LARIAT CC SRW
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01-31-2017, 01:53 PM #2
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The manual says not to do that. When working on the tires I use the GC to level the trailer and then jack a tire as needed, the GC will then act like a jack stand. Use you best judgement to ensure safety.
Technically you are suppose to jack up on the frame but a lot of people just jack up between the U-bolt on the axle. In addition I originally used a floor jack but moved to a bottle jack which was lighter and smaller but pick whichever you like best.2016 GMC Denali 3500 SRW
2016 GD Reflection 357BHS
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01-31-2017, 04:39 PM #3Current;
2017 Reflection 337LRS 5th with 2016 Silverado LTX 3500HD Duramax
2019 Reflection 367BHS 5th permanent in RV park
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30' TH TT Weekend Warrior, 36' TH 5th Weekend Warrior (both with Ford F250 diesel)
26' TT Shadow Cruiser, 30' TT Cougar (both with Ram 1500 5.7L Hemi)
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01-31-2017, 04:45 PM #4
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they say that for lieability. pick it up and change the tire !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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01-31-2017, 04:51 PM #5
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We had the yellow one in the picture and even with a 2x6 under it the tire was still firmly planted on the ground. Sold it to a guy with TT and worked perfect.
If I was at home I would use jacks and jack stands but if I was on the side the road with trucks speeding by rocking the 5er I would use my 6 point level up with jacks stands for saftey. Since back surgery I use CoachNet which so far I have not had use.Dennis & Ellie
Current 2017 Newmar Ventana Class A & 1994 Airstream Excella Classic Limited Project
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01-31-2017, 10:13 PM #6
Thanks all for the replies! Guess I'll look into getting a bottle jack. There's always something else to buy...
David & Sandi
Canton, GA
2019 Refection 337RLS
2019 FORD F-350 LARIAT CC SRW
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02-01-2017, 09:39 AM #7
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02-01-2017, 09:45 AM #8
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I carry a dewalt cordless 20v impact with a socket for the camper and one for truck ! it makes quick work of the job and gets you off the road in a hurry ....
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Lee and Sandi
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Forgive my late response to this thread but I have questions on this topic.
I’ve been warned that the drive up ramps should not be used with leaf springs. Can flip the bracket. I used to carry a large floor jack for my boat trailer but too large to haul on longer trips. So I’m back to purchasing a bottle jack..
Question is where to place it. Told not to do it on the axle as it is a hallow tube and can be damaged. Between the leaf spring Ubolts mentioned but it is still on the same hallow tube. The frame is 17” from the ground. Seems like a lot of blocks to set the jack on to get lift.
Would appreciate any feedback on where to place bottle jack2020 Reflection 150 240 RL
2020 Ford F-250 4WD Crew Cab Diesel
2004 Dodge 2500 2wd crew cab Diesel
2000 Carver 450 Voyager Motor Yacht
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