Replacement Scissor Jacks for 8,500 Pound Trailer

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Hello, recently I tore off the scissor jacks from the rear bumper of my 5th wheel. My fifth wheel weighs 6500lbs dry. approximately 8500 fully loaded. What weight rating should my replacement scissor jacks be?

asked by: Manuel V

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Expert Reply:

Scissor jacks are only intended to stabilize the trailer and therefore do not need to be rated for the entire weight of it. I recommend the # TJSCHD-24 jacks which are rated for a combined 5,000 pounds.

expert reply by: Charles S

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Answer 1

When measuring the slide out you'll want to measure from outside edge to outside edge of the flanges to get the correct measurement. A lot of times slide outs are close to awnings or doors so you have to account for the overhang of the arms when…

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Answer 2

With your toy hauler weighing 10,000 pounds and ripping off two each jack would have a weight capacity of 2,500 pounds. The Scissor Stabilizer Jacks w/ Handle #TJSCHD-24 would be the correct jacks for you. These leveling scissor jacks with a…

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Answer 3

Measure from the ground to your trailer frame when it is level and you'll know what you would need to level your trailer. The scissor jacks part #TJSCHD-24 can provide up to 18-3/4 inches of lift so they would be a good option if your frame…

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Answer 4

The Ark Drop Down Corner RV Stabilizer Jacks - 2' Long Corner Steadies - Qty 2 #AR34FR you were looking at does not have a weight rating, as they are not designed to hold or lift the weight of your trailer. They are instead designed stabilize…

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Answer 5

I checked with Ark and they informed me that their Drop Down Corner Stabilizer set part #AR34FR will work great on your 2015 Passport Grand Touring Ultra Lite but these jacks do not have a weight capacity. This is what they sent me: "The #AR34FR…

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Answer 6

You will have to go with a sliding hitch to allow the trailer to make tight turns. For a trailer 8 feet wide the only bed length that's going to allow 90 degree turns without a slider is a stationary hitch. That being said you have two options.…

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Answer 7

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 8

We do carry the 33" Ark Stabilizer Jack that you are looking for with part #ARK77FR. I was able to track down a few drawings that you should find helpful. These are for the 30" #ARK94FR and the 24" #ARK34FR Stabilizer jacks. I'm…

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Answer 9

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 10

I have attached a few photos for you with all the dimensions we have for the Ark Drop Down Corner RV Stabilizer Jacks part #AR34FR. That said, Ark is an Australian company so the measurements are in metric, millimeter to be specific so you may need…

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Answer 11

I contacted the manufacturer about the lengths for these stabilizer jacks and have included the information they were able to provide me. The Ark Drop Down Corner RV Stabilizer Jacks #ARK34FR are 422 mm (16.6") collapsed and 600mm (23.6")…

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