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07-04-2020, 09:37 PM #1
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5th wheel support
i just purchased a new 240RL and had, on the suggestion of the dealer, lifted 2 inches for more ground clearance since we boondock out in the toolies and need the clearance. I noticed that when we are landed it tends to wobble a little more and can feel every footstep by the wife. I heard that using a tongue support it will help stabilize the entire 5er. Have you found them useful or not? What is your recommendations for a more stable experience?
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07-04-2020, 09:57 PM #2
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07-04-2020, 11:59 PM #3
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I would try either the SteadyFast system or the JT Strongarms. They both take about 90% of the movement out of the trailer. They both stay permanently attached to 5th wheel so no need to haul out the tripod thing. It literally takes about 60 seconds to tighten the arms after you are level.
The install took me about 4 hours. Make sure you go to their website to verify you don't need something special for your front or rear landing feet.
I bought the Steadyfast system and I love how easy it is to use.
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07-05-2020, 06:56 AM #4
Look at the SteadyFast system, had that on my previous FW and it made the camper almost rock steady. I use to use the tripod under the 5th wheel and yes it does help but after I installed the Steadyfast system I trashed the tripod.
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07-05-2020, 10:14 AM #5
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07-05-2020, 11:39 AM #6
I do have the Momentum but don't need it on this unit, I had it on my previous Jayco and it rock n rolled when someone walked thru the unit. I did contact Steadtfast before I traded and asked if the model I had would fit the Momentum and the owner said yep they were the same so I removed them and kept em. If I was to put it back on I would connect it to the front two jacks and one of the rear jacks, not either of the middle ones because you would want to be behind the tires. I highly recommend them if you are looking for something to steady up a unit, the combo of the Steadyfast and X-Chocks are a awesome pair.
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07-07-2020, 10:14 AM #7
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Thank you for your suggestions. As I looked into Steadyfast and JT Strongarm, Steadyfast is my choice. I will comment after it is installed.
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07-07-2020, 12:10 PM #8
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One tip on the install - before you choose which pads your going to tie into double check the arms and where the locking handle will be. I didn't and had to move one due to conflict with an LP hose junction block. Us a bit of duct tape and mock it up before you drill. Remember the locking bar needs to extend through the lock when retracting the legs - double check the bar clearance.
Hope this helps
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07-07-2020, 12:22 PM #9
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I put the Steadyfast system on my 28BH and it works great. I put a "Remove before Flight" safety flag on my leveling control panel as a reminder to loosen up all three clamps before I move anything. I purchased my own bolts and nuts as I did not use the self tapping bolts the kits cam with.
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07-07-2020, 12:48 PM #10
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