Electric jack - how do I select one?
I've searched and read several entries regarding pro's and con's of multiple brands. I've noticed each has their share of success and horror stories. I'll sort through that. In reading them, I've ...
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hilandfrog wrote:
Funny the break away thing is such a big deal... Seems our 1977, 16' road ranger "diddums" does not nor does it appear to have ever had one.
We do have 2 really thick chains ???
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Rule of thumb: If your trailer has electric brakes due to size, weight, or mfr installed, you must have a breakaway cable and charged trailer battery to activate them in case of a break away.
Now, you don't have to have a camping style battery. One of these should be acceptable in the $30-$60 range.
https://www.etrailer.com/dept-pg-Trailer_Breakaway_Kit.aspx
They belong on your non-camper trailers over (2500lbs?) here in PA. I'm not sure if that is the weight regulation for brakes or not. IIRC, that is the 'needs to be inspected' weight...
