Les Curren
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I have a 2004 31' Alfa Sun. I need to stabilize it. It is parked permanently in a campground near the Colorado River in Arizona. The wind blows a lot there and the rig rocks enough to cause sea sickness.
Since it never gets moved I was wondering about stabilizing it using four scissor jacks under the frame. Two in the front across from each other and two in the rear across from each other. It seems to me if it was lifted just enough to get the springs out of the action it should be stabile. In extreme emergencies it may have to be moved. Jacks can be lowered but blocks may create difficulties.
Give me your thoughts, pro and con.
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DutchmenSport
Between Anderson, Pendleton, & Lapel, Indiana
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If you do not have stablizer jacks already attached to your trailer, I suggest using these: Click here.
They are easy to use, you can put 4 on each side (total 8), they last forever, tighten and untighten easy, and are relative inexpensive compared to other types of jacks.
Just ensure you put the jack on something solid. Even then, you'll need to continue to tighten them over time, but this is much easier and much more cost effective, and easy to remove when the time comes.
I have 4 of these I use over the winter (Ours is not permanently parked), in addition to 6 sizzor jacks attached to my trailer.
Consider these before making a purchase.
Good luck!
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BB_TX
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I would also do as noted above. With something like a large patio stone under each to minimize compression and reduce the frequency of retightening.
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jims1
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You can also put it on blocks.
Blocking the frame so that it supports all the weight and not the suspension would stabilize it alot. also if its permenant it can be strapped as well.
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larry barnhart
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Will the park allow a permanent look, some do and some don't.
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Les Curren
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No permanent blocking such as concrete blocks are allowed. The trailer must be able to be towed out of the park in emergencies.
Scissor jacks that are not attached to the trailor will simply topple over if the trailor is towed forward.
The aluminum jacks such as are sold by CW are four times as expensive as unused scissor jacks from wrecking yards. Those used on Astro and Safari vans cost $5.00 each and are ten times stronger than stack jacks.
But thanks for the thoughts.
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Dutch & Di
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There are numerous aftermarket stabilizing systems on the market that will help with interior movement and also movement from the wind. We have had stabilizers on our 5th wheel for 6 years and just love the stability. Diana
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sirdrakejr
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When I has my Alfa, I used jack stands that I bought at Walmsrt. They are rated for the weight you will sit on them ( mine were 8K# each ). I used two in the rear with the front trailer jacks supporting the front. They go under the frame quickly and can be removed as quickly if needed. If they are used and the wheels are chocked that should take care of nay movement that is evident. For more info on how to set them up, PM me.
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