Recommended Power Jack for Travel Trailer With 500 lb Tongue Weight
Question:
Hello, I am considering above product for a travel trailer with an unloaded tongue weight of 500lb. I have an equalizer distribution system so will need to lift my 2014 silverado which may have a few hundreds pounds in the bed. Do you think the 2500lbs lift will be enough? Thanks
asked by: Jon H
Expert Reply:
Although the jack you referenced would work well with the amount of weight you mentioned, when choosing a jack I always recommend overkill. Choosing the highest rated jack you can find will mean the jack will not need to work so hard. This means the jack will lift the trailer more quickly and will last longer.
I would recommend the etrailer # EJ-3520-WBX powered jack rated for 3500 pounds of lift. Electric A-frame jack has 2 toggle switches for operation. Jack has a retracted height of 9", an extended height of 28-1/2", and 19-1/2" of travel. Drop leg offers an extra 5-5/8" of lift. Includes a manual override handle.
Products Referenced in This Question
Electric Jack w/ Footplate - Drop Leg - A-Frame - 25-1/8" Lift - 3,500 lbs - White
- Camper Jacks
- Pop Up Camper
- Teardrop Camper
- Travel Trailer
- A-Frame Jack
- Leveling Jacks
- Tongue Jack
- Steel
- 3001 - 4000 lbs
- Electric Jack
- 25-1/8 Inch Lift
- Bolt-On
- 1 Jack
- etrailer
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Stromberg Carlson Electric A-Frame Tongue Jack - 18" Lift - 2,500 lbs
- Camper Jacks
- Pop Up Camper
- Teardrop Camper
- Travel Trailer
- A-Frame Jack
- Leveling Jacks
- Tongue Jack
- Steel
- 2001 - 3000 lbs
- Electric Jack
- 18 Inch Lift
- Bolt-On
- 1 Jack
- Stromberg Carlson
more information >
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