Recommended Jack for Changing Tire on 8,200 Pound Tandem Axle Trailer
Question:
I need a jack for my Vanguard tandem trailer with a 27 foot cobalt boat on it in case I geta flat tire. The boat and trailer combined weight is 8200lbs.Would this jack be sufficient or would I need something heavier?
asked by: Charlie
Expert Reply:
The Powerbuilt Unijack # ALL620470 referenced in your question has a weight capacity of 4,000 pounds. This is likely enough for your 8,200 pound trailer, but I recommend going up a bit with the Unijack # ALL620471 that is rated for 6,000 pounds. This will give you more of a safety margin for jacking up the trailer to change a tire. This bottle jack features a lift range of 11 to 21 inches and the safety bar locks the jack into place removing the need for jack stands.
I have attached a short video demonstration that you can also check out.
Another option I recommend looking at is the Blaylock EZ Jack # EZ-JACK. This wheel chock is specifically designed for tandem-axle trailers like yours and offers a simple and reliable way to raise up a tire for changing. You will simply roll the good tire up on the wedge and the flat tire will come up off the ground high enough to be changed. I have attached an image to clarify this. It has a weight capacity of 20,000 pounds.
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Powerbuilt Unijack Bottle Jack with Built-In Jack Stand - 21" Lift - 6,000 lbs
- Automotive Tools
- Jacks and Jack Stands
- Bottle Jack
- 6000 lbs
- Powerbuilt
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Blaylock EZ Jack and Wheel Chock for Tandem-Axle Trailers - Aluminum - 20,000 lbs
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- Wheel Chock
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- Aluminum
- Single Chock
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Powerbuilt Unijack - 18-3/8" Lift - 4,000 lbs
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