Recommended Travel Trailer Stabilizer Jacks For 6,000LB Dry Weight Camper

Question:

How to determine how heavy of stabilizer jack to get for my travel trailer dry weight is 5977 pounds

asked by: Mike K

Expert Reply:

Since you are looking at stabilizer jacks the weight is not as important especially with a dry trailer weight of 5,977lbs. Most stabilizer jacks are rated for at least a 5,000lb rating per jack. Do remember that this is a stabilizing weight rating and not a lifting capacity. I would focus mostly on lifting height and mounting position. You want to make sure that the jacks are tall enough for your camper not only on level ground but if you like to dry camp at more primitive sites you will want to ensure that the jacks will reach the ground when on slight hills and uneven terrain.

I recommend the Lippert Scissor Stabilizer Jacks # LC285344. These jacks have a very low profile of only 4-1/4" when collapsed but will extend to 30" tall. The mounting plate also allows for you to place the jacks at a 45 degree angle to the camper. This will be the most stable way to mount the stabilizer. Your camper will want to move either front to back or side to side, by placing the jacks at an angle it give the jack more stability against those forces. If possible I like to see the stabilizers as close as possible to the 4 outside corners of the travel trailer box.

A Ultra-Fab Speed Socket # UF48-979005 will allow you to quickly raise and lower the jacks with a cordless power drill. It can also be used with other 3/8" drive sockets for any other needs around your camper.

expert reply by: Bud M