Leveling

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I have a question about leveling. I have read several threads about it and do not understand the requirement for blocks or bal levelers or whatever for under the tires that many have posted. My new to me 2005 2619 owner's manual says this:
"The simplest way to level your Trailmanor is using the two-point method. After opening you trailer, place a bubble level on the refrigerator. Using the tongue jack, level the trailer front to back. Use the rear scissor jack on the low side of the trailer to level the trailer side-to-side. To lower the scissor jacks, crank clockwise with the jack handle provided in the trunk. Once the trailer is level, you can mount a bubble level permanently on the tongue of your Trailmanor to aid in future leveling."
This is all I do for leveling except I use a power drill to raise and lower scissors, and then ensure all scissors are providing support. Why does anyone use the tire levelers?

I do because that is the way I was taught but with jacks that will support 5K each I am now wondering why I do as well. I will be trying your method next time out and see how it goes!

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Thanks for the reply, Clown. I was worried that there was something I failed to account for in leveling. The scissors have provided complete stability so far in the 4 trips I have made since purchasing the 2619 in July 2011.

Your welcome, I did notice one thing in your quote though- They say to open up and then do the leveling. That can lead to a problem as the shells do not like to open if out of level. I use a small level and place it on the tongue in both directions as I level front to back and side to side, 2 positions for the level. I would do the level thing first, then open up, saves a lot of wear and tear on ME!

One other thought, do not trust the "stick on" levels. I have seen them slip a bit off level due to the heat of the sun and will give false readings from then on.

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Good idea, I will try leveling before opening.

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The factory instructions say to open first then level only the first time. If you place the bubble level on the tongue at that time, then you can level before opening if you wish. It is at the top of page 12 in the manual.