Using Drill To Level A TM

[Larryjb]

Originally Posted by grubbyjeans

They aren't really intended as 'leveling' jacks, rather, they stabilize the trailer once it is level.

I have heard this before, and tend to agree. However, my 2001 TM manual tells me to level with the scissor jacks. For now, I'll continue to use grubbyjeans method.

[BrucePerens]

I replaced my jacks with Husky ones which are each rated to lift 4500 lbs. They are each mounted with a twist away from the front-to-back axis of the trailer, so that none of them are quite parallel with each other and thus they sway less. I store the trailer with the tires an inch or so off of the ground. I have a hypothesis of why RVs get blowouts and if it's true, storing the tires in an un-deformed state would help to avoid blowouts.

[Bailey'sMom]

Originally Posted by rmHaar

I get it as close as I can with these
https://www.etrailer.com/Wheel-Chock...9JohoCrmTw_wcB

And then finish with the drill.

I bought this last year after just using the typical boards. This is so much easier, can get almost perfect level. I too installed extra large level on front of trailer that can be seen from rear view mirror.

I also have small levels attached at both kitty corners of the trailer one each sideways and front back at each of these kitty corners. The sites can be quite uneven so they are very necessary, especially if there are potholes, tree roots, or just softer ground on one side vs the other.

[Gwenne & Len]

My only comment on using a drill to level, is that folks that do it before 7 in the morning are pretty inconsiderate......not a pleasant way to wake up in a campground!! We've heard lots of drills on this trip!

[gonzo628]

Hi Bruce,

Are you using jacks located near the tires for support during storage or are you using the stabilizer jacks?

[gonzo628]

love my anderson level. (one of the best purchases for my TM) (that and the power tongue jack).

[BrucePerens]

Originally Posted by gonzo628

Hi Bruce,

Are you using jacks located near the tires for support during storage or are you using the stabilizer jacks?

The four stabilizer jacks. I replaced them with Husky 76862 which are each rated for 6500 lbs, more than the full loaded weight of the trailer, and I rotated them off axis so that they don't sway as much.

I don't recommend jacks near the tires, you might hit the axle and damage it.

I think I have a box of tire wedges, but I've never used them.

[Philip]

Originally Posted by rmHaar

I get it as close as I can with these
https://www.etrailer.com/Wheel-Chock...9JohoCrmTw_wcB

And then finish with the drill.

Thanks to everyone for your ideas on using a drill to level my TM. I try to share improvements on my TM with everyone and appreciate you all sharing your experience with me on this one.

I think I will use these wheel levelers and do touch up leveling with a drill. I imagine the small amount of drill leveling necessary will not be much of a load on the drill.

Thank to all again.

Phil

[Pele2048]

Originally Posted by BrucePerens

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[pmhellings]

I always just crank by hand. It's not that hard and it's kind of satisfying. I'm close to 69 so it feels good to do a little something physical now and then. If my trailer is only slightly out of level I feel okay about using the stabilizers to lift it some.

Paul