Could Swivel Jack Attach to Sides of Trailer to Help with Changing Flats
Question:
I just bought a 10x6 utility trailer with wooden floor. I am 65 years old and need an easy way to lift the wheel to change a flat or lift to store the trailer on blocks rather than on tires. I’ve seen some people weld a jack on the frame between the tire well and gate that swivels up for storage and down for use similar to your TJB-2001-B jack. Do you have a jack you’d recommend for this or am I crazy? I talked to a welder today who is willing to do it. I appreciate any advice you can provide. Thank you!
asked by: Bill P
Helpful Expert Reply:
Putting swivel jacks on the side of your trailer like the part # TJB-2001S-B that you referenced would be an easy way to jack the trailer up in the event you need to change a flat. I'd recommend mounting the jack at a height that's high enough it could swivel into position with the trailer basically on the rim instead of the tire since there's chance it will be flat.
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