How Do Powered Trailer Jacks Draw Power, From Battery or 7-Way
Question:
I have purchased electric jack with wireless remote with a 3500 LB. capacity ...... My question is from my understanding I do not need an additional battery for the lift it should run off of the 7 way plug that hooks directly to the trucks battery. Well how does the original wires from the trailer which is needed for all lights etc. For traveling hook up to the new jack? And how do I know which wire goes where? And once the wires are attached to the new lift if that is what I have to do is that all I need to do for everything to work properly?
asked by: Milton C
Expert Reply:
The Ultra-Fab Electric A-Frame Jack # UF38-944037 that you referenced would simply plug into the 7-way at the rear of your tow vehicle and would draw the power needed for the jack to work from the vehicle battery.
Most all other tongue jacks are hard wired to the trailer battery directly. A good example is the Lippert # LC285318 tongue jack rated for 3500 pounds.
Products Referenced in This Question
Lippert Electric Trailer Jack with Footplate - A-Frame - 18" Lift - 3,500 lbs - Black
- Camper Jacks
- Pop Up Camper
- Teardrop Camper
- Travel Trailer
- A-Frame Jack
- Leveling Jacks
- Tongue Jack
- Steel
- 3001 - 4000 lbs
- Electric Jack
- Bolt-On
- 1 Jack
- Lippert
more information >
Product Page this Question was Asked From
Ultra-Fab Electric A-Frame Jack w/ 7-Way Plug - 18" Lift - 3,500 lbs
- Camper Jacks
- Pop Up Camper
- Teardrop Camper
- Travel Trailer
- A-Frame Jack
- Leveling Jacks
- Tongue Jack
- Steel
- 3001 - 4000 lbs
- Electric Jack
- 18 Inch Lift
- Bolt-On
- Weld-On
- 1 Jack
- Ultra-Fab Products
more information >
Featured Help Information
Instructions
Continue Researching
- Shop: Tow-Rax Wall Mounted Folding Table - Aluminum - 45-1/2" Long x 18-1/2" Wide
- Shop: Empire Faucets RV Shower Valve w/ Vacuum Breaker - Single Teacup Handle - Brushed Nickel
- Shop: Ultra-Fab Electric A-Frame Jack w/ 7-Way Plug - 18" Lift - 3,500 lbs
- Q&A: How to Remove and Re-Attach Swivel Fittings on RhinoFLEX RV Sewer Hose Extension CAM39765
- Q&A: What Info Is Needed to Upgrade a 15 inch Trailer Wheel and Tire to a 16 inch Wheel and Tire
- Shop: Vehicle Sway Bars
- Shop: Suspension Enhancement
- Video: Camco RV Sewer - Hoses - CAM39631 Review
- Video: EZ Coupler RV Sewer Hose Kit Review
- Video: Jensen RV Antennas - AM/FM Antenna - 1181039 Review
- Shop: RV Antenna and Radio
- Video: Tow-Rax Wall Mounted Folding Table Review and Installation
- Video: Review of OptiMate Battery Charger - Battery Charger - MA64JR
- Shop: OptiMate 6 Ampmatic Smart Battery Charger - AC to DC - 12V - 5 Amp
- Shop: Jensen Antenna - Top or Side Mount - Rubber Mast - 6"
- Shop: Jensen RV Antenna - Top or Side Mount - Rubber Mast - 14" Tall
- Shop: EZ Coupler RV Sewer Hoses w/ Swivel Lug Fittings and 4-in-1 Clear Elbow - 20' Long
- Shop: Towing Mirrors
- Q&A: Electric Trailer Jack With Dead Battery on Trailer
- Q&A: Recommended Electric Trailer Jack And Wiring To 7-Way 12V Connection
- Q&A: Can I Wire and Electric Trailer Jack Directly to the Truck Battery
- Shop: RV Camera
- Shop: Brake Controller
- Q&A: Connecting Electric Trailer Jack Directly to 12V Battery
- Q&A: Troubleshooting Electric Trailer Jack Not Working With Fully Charged Battery
- Article: How to Measure Your Trailer Wheel Bolt Pattern
- Search Results: 5th wheel battery box
- Search Results: lippert
- Search Results: electric rv leveling jacks
- Search Results: corner jacks