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05-16-2023, 05:36 AM #1
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5th wheel front jacks
I don't have any problems with my jacks, but I'm curious how far the manual pin part of the front jack can safely be extended. I don't know how long that manual drop leg is...so occasionally I'm wondering, how far is too far?
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05-16-2023, 07:10 AM #2
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If it were me, I'd keep at least 3-4 inches in the leg. But shorter is better, which is why using blocks to shorten the leg extension is a good idea. Makes things steadier.
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05-16-2023, 07:17 AM #3
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05-16-2023, 07:45 AM #4
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I agree with you there...but....how do I know how much is left in the leg? I don't know how long that manual drop piece is. Like is it possible for the leg to drop right out if you got the nose high enough? Is there a pin inside that stops the manual leg from overextending?
I had the legs at nine holes a few weeks ago...which made me wonder.........which made me post this thread.2018 Dodge 3500 6.7 Cummins SRW w/Aisin
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05-16-2023, 07:50 AM #5
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05-16-2023, 07:54 AM #6
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If your that high in the front legs, definitely want blocks or something else taking up the space.
We dont go past 7 holes with our Strong Arms and blocks. And if I remember correctly, they can eventually drop out - no pin atleast in our electric 4pt auto level legs, just slide in.Last edited by trailrydr; 05-16-2023 at 07:57 AM.
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05-16-2023, 08:52 AM #7
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05-16-2023, 11:40 AM #8
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I use blocking when at a place I'm going to stay for a while. The time I was referring to was staying connected to the TV in a sloped location for a quick overnighter in a 'make do' location. You know...the kind that never fails to impress your wife.
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