Leveling Process Question

[dadelberg]

I have a question on the leveling steps / process.

Once parked, I place blocks underneath the front pads. Then I lower the front two jacks to disconnect the trailer from the hitch. Then I place blocks under the middle and rear jacks and manually lower those jacks until they touch the blocks. Then I auto level the unit. The reason I do this is make sure the jacks are centered on the blocks.

The manual says to lower the front jacks to disconnect from the hitch and then auto level.

Any concerns with my lowering the middle and rear jacks first?

Thx

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I have a question on the leveling steps / process.

Once parked, I place blocks underneath the front pads. Then I lower the front two jacks to disconnect the trailer from the hitch. Then I place blocks under the middle and rear jacks and manually lower those jacks until they touch the blocks. Then I auto level the unit. The reason I do this is make sure the jacks are centered on the blocks.

The manual says to lower the front jacks to disconnect from the hitch and then auto level.

Any concerns with my lowering the middle and rear jacks first?

Thx

Hopefully it was just an oversight, but you did not mention wheel chocks being used during the process. I have never lower the middle or rear legs before pushing the auto level button.....it does just fine. After a while you get a feel for where the blocks are just by looking at them when they are placed.

[dadelberg]

Thank you. Trying to be brief with the question. Yes I always chock the wheel first.

[JKellerJr]

Any concerns with my lowering the middle and rear jacks first?

Thx

I can’t think of any reason why it matters. If it works fine then go with it.

Hopefully it was just an oversight, but you did not mention wheel chocks being used during the process.

I guess I live dangerously. Unless I’m on a very out of level site I never use them.

[Hoopy Frood]

I can’t think of any reason why it matters. If it works fine then go with it.



I guess I live dangerously. Unless I’m on a very out of level site I never use them.

Chocks really should be the first things out and the last things loaded. It's easier to get in the habit than it is to remember to use them when it might be necessary.

[trailrydr]

IMO, using chocks are a must. Especially when hooking up to the pinbox on my 5er. Keeps the trailer from moving alot and putting "more" stress on the landing gear. I can also see it helpful on TT's and other bumper tows as well for relieving some stress on the front jack.

[SolarPoweredRV]

I can’t think of any reason why it matters. If it works fine then go with it.



I guess I live dangerously. Unless I’m on a very out of level site I never use them.

I recently saw a YouTube video where a guy was delivering a 5th wheel and he did not chock the wheels. He then released the 5th wheel hitch and the camper rolled backwards and dropped down onto his hand and pinned it between the truckbed and the camper. Fortunately, his injuries were minor compared to the possibility that he could have lost his arm.

Since that video, my wife and I have tried to get better at installing chocks before we drop the landing gear. We are not yet perfect,but, we are getting better. Fortunately for us, we live in Florida and most places we camp is pretty flat. Additionally, we have a Goosebox, so we don't need to be reaching under the camper after we disconnect from the truck.

If you want to see the video, search YouTube for:

"Crushed by 7 ton RV"

[Husker]

I have a question on the leveling steps / process.

Once parked, I place blocks underneath the front pads. Then I lower the front two jacks to disconnect the trailer from the hitch. Then I place blocks under the middle and rear jacks and manually lower those jacks until they touch the blocks. Then I auto level the unit. The reason I do this is make sure the jacks are centered on the blocks.

The manual says to lower the front jacks to disconnect from the hitch and then auto level.

Any concerns with my lowering the middle and rear jacks first?

Thx

Just curious, why are you putting blocks under all 6 jacks? I can see using blocks if you are not level and want to avoid fully extended jacks. If you are simply trying to protect the feet of your jacks, I recommend snap pads. They save a lot of extra work because they stay on the jacks pads permanently.

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Just curious, why are you putting blocks under all 6 jacks? I can see using blocks if you are not level and want to avoid fully extended jacks. If you are simply trying to protect the feet of your jacks, I recommend snap pads. They save a lot of extra work because they stay on the jacks pads permanently.

I have the snap pads and I also put 12" square 2" x 12" pieces under each/all 6 legs.....even on a perfectly level pad. The less extension of the legs = a more stable trailer.

[Husker]

I have the snap pads and I also put 12" square 2" x 12" pieces under each/all 6 legs.....even on a perfectly level pad. The less extension of the legs = a more stable trailer.

I agree that the less the jacks have to extend, the more stable the trailer. My experience has been that extending the jack pads to the ground has given us a very stable trailer. The jacks are only half extended when on a level surface. I will try putting blocks under the jacks this weekend to see if I can tell the difference. I am just trying to keep it simple, lol.