Recommended Trailer Jack For Enclosed Cargo Trailer
Question:
I am interested in swivel trailer jacks. I have a 5 by 8 foot enclosed cargo trailer loaded to about 1200 lbs. The tongue is an A-frame, and has a jack, but it is my hope to be able to manuever the trailer more easily into position with this device mounted on the side of the tongue to be swung out of the way when not in use. Are these safe to use temporarily to move the CT a few feet and even though they would not be in a centered position in relation to the wheels? Do you have one that can move a CT on dirt fairly easily?
asked by: Laurie F
Expert Reply:
If you have a square frame trailer I recommend a jack like part # DL22580. This is a swivel jack and it has dual tires that make it easier to move. This jack can be used on trailers with a frame up to 3 x 5-inches.
Instead of adding a jack to your trailer you may want to consider just using a trailer dolly.
We have several tow dollies to choose from based on what you need. If you need a 1-7/8 inch hitch ball for your trailer you can use the Rack'em Trailer Dolly, part # RA20. This dolly adjusts from 16 to 19 inches and has dual 13-inch tires that makes moving the trailer easier.
If your trailer has a 2-inch coupler you can use the Trailer Valet, part # TVXL2. This dolly is chain driven so all you have to do is turn the crank and guide it with the steering handle. This dolly has dual wheels as well.
Products Referenced in This Question
- Trailer Dolly
- Manual Dolly
- 500 lbs Capacity
- 16 Inch Tall
- 17 Inch Tall
- 18 Inch Tall
- 19 Inch Tall
- 1-7/8 Inch Ball
- Black
- RackEm
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Trailer Valet XL Trailer Dolly with Chain Drive - 2" Hitch Ball - 10,000 lbs
- Trailer Dolly
- Manual Dolly
- 10000 lbs Capacity
- 19 Inch Tall
- 20 Inch Tall
- Steel
- 2 Inch Ball
- Black
- Trailer Valet
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Pull Pin, Easy Swivel Trailer Jack with 6" Dual Wheels - Sidewind - 1,500 lbs.
- Trailer Jack
- Boat Trailer
- Car Hauler
- Enclosed Trailer
- Utility Trailer
- Leveling Jacks
- Tongue Jacks
- Steel
- 1001 - 2000 lbs
- Sidewind Jack
- Swivel Jack
- 12 Inch Lift
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- With Wheel
- Dutton-Lainson
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