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    Quote Originally Posted by Hoopy Frood View Post
    Try using the scissor jacks on the frame itself instead of the bumper. Keep the extension of the stabilizers as short as you can by using blocks. Some manufacturers recommend against the use of slide stabilizers. There will always be a bit of "wiggle", it affects some people more than others. The use of something like JT Strongarms work about the best to make the trailer/5th wheel the most stable.
    Thanks I thought about blocking under the frame too and going to try that. Going to try blocking the dinette side first thinking that would counter the moment. And now thinking that blocking the slide will not stop the bend and in fact might 'hyperextend' the hinge point causing damage. I do block up the stabilizers. Not the end of the world but an annoyance when lounging in the chair and someone is moving in the camper.

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    Quote Originally Posted by SC_2670tp View Post
    Thanks I thought about blocking under the frame too and going to try that. Going to try blocking the dinette side first thinking that would counter the moment. And now thinking that blocking the slide will not stop the bend and in fact might 'hyperextend' the hinge point causing damage. I do block up the stabilizers. Not the end of the world but an annoyance when lounging in the chair and someone is moving in the camper.
    NEVER EVER block or put one of those braces under a slide. If there's any settling of the trailer, damage can occur to the slide.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Second Chance View Post
    NEVER EVER block or put one of those braces under a slide. If there's any settling of the trailer, damage can occur to the slide.

    Rob
    Yep I get it

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    We sold our 2670 to our daughter but when we had it we had the xchocks, that helped a lot but we bought a set of braces from Amazon & placed them under frame in front of and behind the wheels. They really helped the most. Along with as been said --put blocks to keep the shortest extension of the front and rear stabilizers. Good luck.
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    In my opinion the easiest and best way to eliminate movement is with JT Strongarms. Had them on our 35' and it wouldn't budge or wiggle at all even with kids running around. It's one of the first upgrades for our new XLS. Won't ever have a trailer without them.
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