Can Jack Stands be Used to Support a Trailer on an Uneven Driveway
Question:
I live in a boating community and will be storing a 24.5 foot Nauticstar that weighs approximately 3400 pounds on a secondary boat drive way that is slightly sloped 8-10 inches sloped side-to-side where the boat is kept. Until now I have been storing on wheels, but this year would like to take the tires off. Thinking of buying 4 of the 2 ton jacks for placement in front of and behind wheels, 2 on each side. Would it be practical to lift the boat slightly higher on the down slope to keep the boat more level? Understand that I would need to lift the boat slowly side-to-side. I have attached a couple of photos. Thanks
asked by: Tony T
Expert Reply:
Assuming you are using a floor jack to raise the trailer and then use jack stands, such as # PTW41021 for a pair, then you could store the trailer that way. A jack itself should not be used to hold a load for extended periods of time.
Product Page this Question was Asked From
Vehicle Jack Stands - 10-3/4" to 16-3/4" Lift - 4,000 lbs - Qty 2
- Automotive Tools
- Jacks and Jack Stands
- Jack Stands
- 4000 lbs
- Performance Tool
more information >
Featured Help Information
Instructions
Continue Researching
- Shop: Stromberg Carlson RV Jack Pads for 2,500-lb to 9,000-lb Scissor Jacks w/ Bowtie Bases - Qty 2
- Shop: Hollywood Racks Sport Rider SE Bike Rack for 2 Electric Bikes - 2" Hitches - Frame Mount
- Shop: Vehicle Jack Stands - 10-3/4" to 16-3/4" Lift - 4,000 lbs - Qty 2
- Shop: RV Jack Pads
- Search Results: trailer jack
- Search Results: bike rack
- Article: Trailer Wiring Diagrams
- Shop: etrailer Hitch Pin Alignment Collar for Hitch Accessories - 2" Hitches
- Shop: Trailer Hitch
- Q&A: What is the Difference Between a Class II and a Class III Hitch?
- Shop: Hollywood Racks RV Rider Bike Rack for 2 Electric Bikes - 2" Hitches - Frame Mount
- Q&A: Lug Nut Torque Chart for Trailer Wheels
- Shop: Trailer Wiring
- Video: Choosing the Right Trailer Wiring
- Article: Trailer Tire Sizing
- Search Results: hitch
- Shop: Suspension Enhancement
- Shop: Thule Hitching Post Pro Bike Rack for 4 Bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches
- Q&A: Does Truck with 6-1/2 ft bed Have to Use Slider Hitch for Turning Clearance with Fifth Wheel Hitch
- Search Results: hitch bike racks
- Video: Hollywood Racks Sport Rider SE 2 Electric Bike Platform Rack Review
- Article: Best Bike Racks for Electric Bikes
- Q&A: Rock Tamers Needed For A 2024 GMC Sierra 2500 With Blue Ox WDH
- Shop: Fifth Wheel Hitch
- Article: How to Choose the Right Trailer Hitch Class
- Search Results: trailer hitch
- Video: B and W Companion OEM 5th Wheel Hitch with Slider Installation - 2022 GMC Sierra 2500
- Article: Most Popular Wheel Bearings
- Search Results: jack
- Video: Hollywood Racks Destination E Bike Rack Review
on Automotive Tools
