Jack

TenOC wrote:

MitchF150 wrote:
This is the same jack I've had in my truck for basically 'forever'.. I don't even remember how old it is, but I've had it for a loooong time..



Mitch

Placing the bottle jack as in the photo can cause a weak spot in the frame that can cause the frame to fail. Be sure to place wood or metal to spread the force out over more of the frame. Too much weight on the small 1 inch jack. Don't ask how I know, but you can find a good used TT in NM with a broken frame if you want to use it as . . :M . . "do not move" trailer.

That's what I was thinking. Not the correct place to put a jack.

MitchF150 wrote:
This is the same jack I've had in my truck for basically 'forever'.. I don't even remember how old it is, but I've had it for a loooong time..



Mitch

Placing the bottle jack as in the photo can cause a weak spot in the frame that can cause the frame to fail. Be sure to place wood or metal to spread the force out over more of the frame. Too much weight on the small 1 inch jack. Don't ask how I know, but you can find a good used TT in NM with a broken frame if you want to use it as . . :M . . "do not move" trailer.

jasoncw wrote:
Do you have a dual axle TT? And are they they close together or spread apart? If they are close, you can just ride up on a few leveling blocks, and it will pop the other tire off the ground. If you want to spend the money on a tool specifically for it instead of using blocks, you can use a Trailer-Aid.

I had a flat in TX near (with in a mile of) one of the state prisons. I call 911 and told them where I was and ask if they could send the highway police to direct traffic. I did not want them to think I was trying to help someone escape.

I use the leveling block trick. The patrolman said that he learned something that may help him in the future with campers that have flats.

Thanks for the advice. The axles are pretty close together, but the next time I have it hooked up I will try it. THANKS.

If you have a spread axle design be sure to test it out before you need it. In my case I can drive one wheel up the ramp while the other stays firmly on the ground. I would need a ramp that's uncomfortably high to lift the other wheel.

Thanks for the ideas everyone. Jasoncw post about the ramp thing reminded me that I have one of those. I had it for an older tandem utility trailer I used to have. Found it, dusted it off and it is now in my pass through.

THANKS.

I already pay for roadside assistance, so I don't carry a jack.

Yes, yes, I know it can sometimes take hours for someone to show up and they might not know what they are doing.

I've been through it all before, and I still don't care.

If I have a flat or blowout on any of my vehicles, I am calling USAA and waiting around while reading NFL news on my phone.

Hannibal wrote:
I use the bottle "screw" jack that came with my F250. A piece of 2x12" under and place the cup under the spring perch. I like the idea of 2.5 ton scissor jacks mounted behind rear wheels. May look into that.

They are like $30.00 at Harbor Freight, and come with a flange on top ready to mount on the frame.

I use the bottle "screw" jack that came with my F250. A piece of 2x12" under and place the cup under the spring perch. I like the idea of 2.5 ton scissor jacks mounted behind rear wheels. May look into that.

This is the kit I have put together... Wood is to drive the good tire up on, then jack the flat tire. The boards below the top row are "full length" with an angle cut end. Top boards are to put under the jack if needed. The jack is rated at 6tons if I remember right. Fits great in the Homer Tool Box!!!