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Automatically level and stabilize your fifth-wheel RV with this electronic leveling system. 4 Precise, motorized jacks can be operated by either the included touchpad. Hitch recognition memory function offers simple hookup.
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Note: Determine where these jacks will be mounted on your trailer. Use this system if there will be 20' or less between the center of the landing gear footpad and the center of the rear jack footpad. If your setup requires more than 20' between the jacks, use the 6-point Ground Control system (LC675817) instead.
Leveling your fifth-wheel RV has never been easier thanks to the Ground Control 3.0 electric leveling system. The motorized leveling legs eliminate the need for labor-intensive, manual scissor jacks. And the auto-level feature takes out the guesswork by automatically and precisely leveling your RV. Whether you use the easy-to-use touchpad or the touchscreen remote, all you have to do is step back and watch as Ground Control 3.0 levels your rig right before your eyes.
The auto-level feature provides the easiest, most efficient way to level your rig. With automatic leveling, you don't need to go through the trial and error of referencing levels and manipulating jacks one at a time. Just set the level position (zero-point) once, and the Ground Control 3.0 will bring your RV to that same preset point each time.
When first setting up the Ground Control 3.0 you will need to manually level your RV. With some leveling systems, manipulating the jacks individually can result in damage to your trailer's frame. Ground Control has built-in twist prevention so that you won't have to worry about twisting and damaging your frame.
In addition to automatically leveling your RV, the Ground Control 3.0 can also correctly position your trailer for hookup with the hitch recognition feature. This time-saving function stores your RV's position when you unhook from your tow vehicle so that it can automatically return the RV to that position when you're ready to hitch back up again.
The 4 motorized jacks included with the Ground Control system employ Hall effect technology to precisely and quickly raise and lower your RV. These jacks use sensors to measure the number of motor revolutions per minute instead of amp draw. This allows for more precise control over the motor than you'd have with conventional motorized jacks, which results in more accurate leveling of your trailer.
Manual access ports are located on the bottom and the top of each jack's motor so that the jacks can still be raised or lowered in the event of a power failure. To use these ports you must have a 3/8" drive ratchet and extension (not included). The bottom ports also require a 5/16" socket (not included).
Convenient Operation
Ground Control 3.0 offers 2 convenient ways to level your rig. Whether you use the touchpad or the touchscreen remote (sold separately), setting up camp is at your fingertips.
Touchpad with Lighted LCD Screen
The included, easy-to-use touchpad makes leveling your RV as simple as pressing a few buttons. The lighted LCD screen provides helpful prompts and alerts you to the status of the system. There are also indicator lights that let you know what functions are being performed. The touchpad is designed to mount inside of a front-most compartment of your RV. It requires a 3-3/8" wide x 2-3/4" tall cutout in the wall and it secures with the included hardware. Because the touchpad mounts inside the compartment, it will remain protected from the elements while still allowing you to be within viewing distance of your hitch.
Installation
Upgrading your rig with the Ground Control 3.0 system is simple. The 2 landing gear jacks mount to existing points on your RV and secure with included hardware. The 2 rear jacks come with mounting brackets that bolt onto 8", 10", or 12" I-beam frames with included hardware. Mounting the rear jacks does require drilling. A sensor is also included for the rear jacks. This will be mounted on a crossmember near the rear jacks.
The control module for the system mounts in a compartment under the coach with included hardware. This module has a wiring harness that connects directly to your 12-volt battery. Wiring harnesses are also included that connect the jack motors, rear sensor, and the touchpad to the control module.
Average Customer Rating: 4.8 out of 5 stars (109 Customer Reviews)
Automatically level and stabilize your fifth-wheel RV with this electronic leveling system. 4 Precise, motorized jacks can be operated by either the included touchpad. Hitch recognition memory function offers simple hookup.The system is not what was advertised, it's better, at least for me. Everything arrived on a pallet in excellent condition, except for the advertised remote. I contacted etrailer and they put a replacement on order which I received a few days later. In the meantime, I tried to place the controller in the mode to sync the remote and see if the remote I had with my RV would sync, but I could not get the controller in that mode to accept a remote. Upon reading the controller label, I noticed it said BT and had a passcode on the side of it, so I downloaded the app and it connected to my phone. It seems the LCI Linc remote is obsolete for my Ground Control 3.0 and it is now using the phone app. Everything seems to work as expected; I'm excited to try everything out this weekend on our first outing. I was able to push a fiberglass push stick from the front basement to where the rear jacks are located without dropping the underbelly and pull all the required cables to the rear of the camper and utilize existing frame holes to bring the connectors out to the rear jacks. I think this will be a nice upgrade to our fifth wheel after our factory landing gear failed.
shipped in a timely manner. Easy install wit good instructions. I did have one question about the location of the rear lifts and called the company and we had an answer instantly. Wiring was very easy with good instructions. The system worked on the first try and have had no issues so far. Great system. I was looking at newer campers with auto leveling and about 40 to $50,ooo if I traded my paid for camper in. The cost saved me a lot of money and works as it should and saves my back and a lot of set up time. would and have recommended to others. Thanks.
Installation was straight forward, if time consuming. Only issue was Lippert was changing unit, and I got the control unit for the new system and the remote for the old system. Lippert shipped me the components to use the new app remote, and that works fine.
It's is a great improvement to push a button and wait 5 minutes or so for the camper to be perfectly level instead of backing up, check, pull forward, stack block, backup, rinse and repeat a few more times. Setup is so much easier it is amazing! Highly recommend this product.
Had initial problems with the remote. After several emails with e-tailer support, contacted Lippert support to find out the remote and controller were not compatible. Lippert gifted me a new controller and stepped me through setup on iPhone. System works great.
This package was well put together in one box (275 lbs). The instructions were brief and to the point. No blather. Most of the work was in dropping the underbelly and pulling the 3 wiring harnesses to the rear of the 5th wheel. My trailer had brackets for the 2 rear jacks mounted on the frame and a mounting plate for the rear centerline sensor. This kit included both these items, which are now extra.
James
7/25/2023
The jack system is wonderful to watch as it levels my 5th wheel trailer. Set uppack up is much shorter and accurate. The auto hitch feature is great.
First, the customer service from etrailer is the best that I have ever experienced. I ultimately decided to purchase this system from etrailer, in lieu of the cheaper prices from Amazon and Walmart, because of the excellent pre-sale service from Mr. Jon Griggs. After purchase I had outstanding support from Carol C., Chelsea D., George J. and Trevor Wh.
Second the Lippert system is straightforward to install and works perfectly. I didn't like the self tapping hardware for the rear jack installation, so I used my own grade 8 hardware. Some of the terminology used for the levelling adjustments in the included manual and and stick on labels are not consistent with each other and that which appears on the led display. After some playing around with it, I got it figured out. The included remote control locked up after the initial set-up and can't be cleared. Overall the system works very well and makes uncoupling, levelling and recoupling a breeze.
So far so good but still working on the installation. I had to fabricate a couple of brackets due to my 5th wheel configuration to get a rear sensor and front controller mounted but not a big deal. Over very pleased with quality of jacks. I did receive extra brackets (see picture) that weren’t listed in the material list and I don’t see where they would even mount. I will need to make a phone call about those
Jenny N.
4/2/2022
I will have our Customer Service team reach out to you.
Steve J.
3/26/2023
Still working perfectly!!! Very pleased with electric jacks and really love the self leveling they do. Well worth the money for what I got in return.Thanks!!!
This is an excellent product! Don't know why I waited so long to purchase. If you have basic mechanical skills you can install this. Took me about 4 hrs to install with the help of a friend to install the landing gear jacks. Had to modify the jack mounting tabs just a little to get them to fit, but not anything a little grinder could'nt handle. Overall, heavy duty, easy to install and a must have for any 5th wheel. Have used it many times without any issues...love it!!!!
Price, delivery, communication all great. Install was complex on my rig and it is a Lippert frame and chassis. Required a lot of mods on my 2017 Attitude 28SAG. Had to cut away some metal (non structural) to get mounting points on rear jacks. Had to reroute fuel lines to genset. With no access to the left front landing gear, I cut and added an access door and gained bonus storage area. Wiring was a breeze with the nice harnesses, long enough for any size rig. Quiet and fast.
Caution: make sure you mount the Quick Release Pull Pin with the barrel away from the frame: This unit retracts automatically very close to frame and you can bend the pin.
Cons:
Mounting plate for rear sensor was not painted and was rusty. No screws included to mount sensor but listed on parts list. only included 8 frame attacing bolts, install requires 12.
No big deal.
Overall well worth the money and the effort.
Great so far. The only disappointment is that it came with a remote that doesn’t work with the controller. I called LCI and they said the new system controller is not compatible with the remote. Why include the remote at all then?
Heather A.
5/16/2023
Wow that does seem silly Christopher, I completely agree. There has been an ongoing issue with the wrong remotes coming with the new units. I have sent your information to our customer service team and they should reach out to you shortly.
This is a great upgrade to any 5th wheel and worth every penny. It is some work to install but if you have a little mechanical skills and take your time its no problem!!
Works very well!!
Installation took me about 16 hours, which includes sealing up the bottom of camper. Had to make a few modifications to trailer, no major problems. So far, works the way advertised. Missing some hardware, made one phone call and company sent out the difference.
I love it. No more leveling blocks to place, love the solid feel while walking around inside, and reconnecting the 5th Wheel could not be easier.
I wish ground clearance when fully retracted could be a inch or so better but acceptable. Installation required some minor modifications on my rig.
Csimon
10/29/2022
Manual control is still working great after 1 year. However the remote battery has died and LCI claims no replacement and another one cost a lot Thats not cool LCI
I haven't used it at the campground yet, but it seemed to work as expected in my shop. Installation was fairly straight forward. I'm 72 years old, and was able to do it by myself.
awesome product,installed the system in a day,did just as instructions said and no problem,love them when at camping site al I have to do is run them up and drive truck out from under trailer and then press button then step back and they do the rest. this is so much simpler than blocking up the wheels which never is quite level and with these it is always perfectly level. would recommend these for anyone with a 5th wheel as they are easy to use and the unit is very sturdy.
Not as difficult to install as I anticipated. It's pretty cut and dry. Works great.
1. This is a tremendous product. Wish we had ordered our fiver with this factory installed. Super happy it was available as an aftermarket product. Works exactly as LCI and etrailer said it would. If you do not have auto-level, get this!
2. etrailer is great. Ordering was simple and the leveling system delivered ahead of schedule. Would rate them as a five-star e-retailer.
3. Both etrailer and LCI said this could be installed directly on my 27.5 RLTS. The supporting installation manuals intimated that as well. And as I am mechanically inclined, that convinced me I could handle the install myself. Once I received the system, that proved not to be the case. The front jacks required modifications to fit and the rear jack mounting brackets were too big for my trailer frame. So, ended up taking my trailer and the leveling system to LCI's Service Center in Indiana to have it installed. That was a cost I was hoping to avoid with the self-install. However, LCI's Service Center and tech department is fantastic. Great customer service and installation.
4. Bottom line, if your are installing yourself, connect with etrailer and LCI and obtain product drawings and dimensions to confirm fit. Or, buy it from etrailer and have it professionally installed at LCI.
Mike R.
3/30/2020
Still working as advertised. Great product. Would never own another trailer without a leveling system.
Just got everything installed and working. etrailer has excellent customer service reps. When I received my shipment the touchpad, all of the mentioned screws for installing the touchpad and the remote was not included. I called etrailer and they shipped all of the parts out to me (took a week) and I just received the remote today. The install is easy make sure you have good drill bits so you can start a pilot hole before you drill the 5/16th holes for the rear jack mounts. Have someone hold the rear mounting plates and use a piece of chalk to mark your holes drill the top two holes first and mount you plate then drill the rest of the holes. I had more of a problem removing the OEM landing gear than I had installing the new gear. I used wire hangers and zip ties to hold the wire along my trailer. I didn't want to remove the underbelly of the trailer because of the blown in insulation.
David
3/5/2020
Awesome! Best thing that I installed on my RV!
I have had the ground control system which I installed myself for a year now and so far have a couple issues. Mostly a learning curve but once you learn the system it does everything I expected the system to do. The remote control has only one function and that is to raise and lower the jacks. The landing gear button does nothing. Trailer when level still has some motion but it is a minimum. The system does make it easier to level the trailer and reconnect when ready to leave. I like it so far with minimum issues.
Donald B.
6/1/2017
Its working well. Wish there was an upgrade to the remote that the landing gear button would become functional. Other than that i am real pleased.
One of the best investments I ever made! No more running around will level to check for leveling of unit. Just press the auto level and it's magically done! With the large pads and location of rear jacks, the trailer is more stable than the factory manual jacks. Highly recommend the LC358590 for your 5th wheel. Excellent service and technical help from etrailer staff!
Gary D.
3/15/2018
Like a Champ
Installation would have been a breeze, but my trailer had a completely sealed under side which offered some challenges. That’s nothing to do with the product. The jacks are amazing, makes setup very easy with the push of a button. Should have installed these years ago.
Mike G.
5/9/2020
Excellent. These self leveling jacks make set up of my 5th wheel trailer a snap. Really like the reconnect mode, no guessing where to set the pin for recouping. Should have installed these years ago.
working very good
Rick
4/27/2023
great
The Lippert Ground Control auto leveling system is the greatest RV accessory there is for older RVers. This unit was fairly easy to install and with a few changes in the how to guide, it would have been simple. It took about 5 hours to install and wire. We have used the unit about a dozen times since the install and it has been a joy to have. Just push a couple of buttons and do something else while it levels the 5th wheel. The unit memory allows for re hook up with the same few button pushes. The 4 point contact system is ample for the 35 foot 5th wheel, very little movement in a rig with 3 slides weighting in at little over 6.6 tons.
Lippert Components Ground Control 3.0 is the best component I have upgraded on our 5th Wheel. Setup takes 1/4 of the time now and rv is always level. Installing the components took some muscle and skill but you will not regret the end result. We have had them almost a year and used these new legs around 8 times - every time they work perfectly.
I installed these on our 29 foot Arctic Fox 5th Wheel, installation was moderate on the difficulty scale for someone with the appropriate tools and ability. Quality of the product, fit and finish, and operation are a 10/10. Beautiful system and pre-purchase help from Judy at etrailer was excellent!
I highly recommend this system, no more cranking scissor jacks and excellent stability.
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Mark
9/8/2023
Still working great after a year. So convenient to push a button and wait a few minutes, and the camper is level.