Boat Trailer Jack Recommendation for Uneven Terrain
Question:
Hi. I had a Fulton rack and pinion jack 600 lbs that I used for 30 years. It finally failed, I tried the least expensive swivel fulton side wind jack which failed when I let the trailer roll forward 2 inched on a grass surface to align jack with trailer ball. Jack handle no longer turns and mount bracket bent. My boat and trailer weigh 2000 lbs with a tongue weight of 75 to 100 lbs. Tongue weight is a guess. I can use either a rack and pinion or a swivel jack. However, I need a more robust jack than the entry level swivel fulton jack. What do you recommend? I have included photos of my old jack which fulton no longer makes.
asked by: Ric K
Expert Reply:
I'd recommend using a jack specifically designed for uneven terrain, like the ARK off-road swing up trailer jack, part # ORJW350D. The jack is rated for up to 770 lbs of tongue weight, and features dual wheels for easy maneuvering in all types of terrain. ARK is located in Australia where off road camping is much more prevalent than what's found in the US. They design their trailer jacks to withstand punishment that wouldn't likely be encountered here, so this jack would be an excellent choice for you.
If you click the provided link, you can see a product demonstration video for the jack I recommended.
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Ark Xtreme Off-Road Swivel Trailer Jack w/ 2 Wheels - Sidewind - 12" Lift - Zinc - 770 lbs
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Fulton F2 Swing-Up Trailer Jack for 4 - 5 Frames - 8" Wide-Track Wheel - Bolt On - 1,600 lbs
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