Tripod for a new fifth wheel
What are your opinions of using a tripod on a new fifth wheel? I have ordered an Alliance Valor 41V15 that comes with a six point stabilizer system. Do you find that the tripod helps with trailer sway...
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CampinginCanada wrote:
What are your opinions of using a tripod on a new fifth wheel? I have ordered an Alliance Valor 41V15 that comes with a six point stabilizer system. Do you find that the tripod helps with trailer sway?
Cheers,
Fred
Common sense tell us a pin stabilizer was never meant to stop all trailer sway motions. Logic says it can help eliminate side to side sway in the front where the pin is.
For that I've used a aluminum bipod pin stabilizer since 1984 when I bought my 1st 5th wheel RV trailer. The trailer had no OEM leveling system.
Also logic tells us side to side sway at the rear of the trailer needs help. For that I use the BAL telescoping stabilizer. Some use other stabilizing products.
Logic now says fore and aft movement will need to be addressed. For that part I use a adjustable chocks. Others use some type of tire chalks.
Now I'm rock solid.
If you use another aftermarket jack or a screw type stabilizer don't forget to back them down first. Most aren't meant to carry weight but just stabilize movement.
