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• What to Consider When Storing Trailer for Long Period of Time
  Typically it's the tires of a utility trailer that get problematic if stored for long periods of times. Although there are not exact rules for how to store a trailer tire. Our experience shows that the most beneficial way to store a trailer tire over the winter or multiple month periods of non-use involves taking the tires off the trailer and storing them stacked in a cool and dry dark environment. You will also want to let out some of the air using this method. The other option would...
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• Recommended Jack Stands to Elevate Boat and Trailer for Storage with Weight Off Tires
  For your boat trailer, to keep the weight off the tires for storage, I recommend the 2-Ton Jack Stands - Qty 2 # PTW41021. Each jack can hold 4,000 lbs, but I recommend using 4 of these spaced as evenly as possible to keep the weight off the wheels and then just use the trailer jack for a 5th point of support and balance.
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• Does Power Mountain Tallboy Off-Road Bottle Jack Have Built-In Lock
  Hey Bennett! The Power Mountain Tallboy Off-Road Bottle Jack # PM34FR does not have a locking feature. The jack will work well for short term use, and is geared towards off-roading applications. If you plan on lifting a vehicle for an extended period of time for extensive work you will want to use jack stands # PTW41021 for safety.
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• What Jack For 4,400 lb Trailer to Change Tire
  Hi William, For your 4,400 lb trailer I recommend getting a heavy-duty bottle jack that can easily withstand the weight, the 6,000 lb Powerbuilt Unijack Bottle Jack with Built-In Jack Stand # ALL620471. I like the # ALL620471 because of its large base that makes it highly stable, as well as the safety bar which locks it into place.
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• How to Change Just Two Tires at a Time on Tandem Axle Trailer
  When changing just a couple tires at a time on your trailer, you will want to keep the trailer raised up off the ground to keep weight off the remaining tires. You can use jack stands like # PTW41021 to stabilize the jacked up trailer or the TrailerLegs Tire Save Stands # 326-TRLLG-4 to both lift the wheels off the ground and keep it raised while you head out to get the new tires mounted on your wheels. I don't recommend lowering the trailer so that its total weight is just on 2 tires....
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• Should Trailers Be Jacked Up To Prevent Flat Spots On The Tires When In Storage
  You definitely can lift your trailer off the ground with some jack stands # PTW41021 to help prevent flat spots from forming on the trailer tires. With your trailer being that light it would probably take longer than 3-6 months for flat spots to form but it doesn't hurt to be overly cautious. It really is going to come down to the weight of the trailer and the quality of the tires, but this isn't something that's been tested so it's hard to give a definitive answer on how long is ok....
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• Block Heater Installation Location For A 2017 Hyundai Tuscon
  According to the application guide the Kat's Heaters Custom Fit Engine Block Heater # KH11812 will install in the base of the "Rear Right" (RR Position in attached picture) of your 2017 Hyundai Tucson's engine. This is much easier to locate from under the car so you'll want to jack up the vehicle and place it on some jack stands # PTW41021 for your safety while installing this block heater. You'll also want to coat the heater in some Silicone # LT37467 to help conduct heat and form a good...
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• Recommended Wheel Jack For Tandem Trailer For Changing Flat Tire
  The best way to change a wheel on your fifth wheel trailer is to use the Andersen Rapid Jack, part # AM3620. You will pull the vehicle up on the # AM3620 so that the other wheel is about an inch off the ground. I have attached a link to a video that shows how the # AM3620 jack is used. It is always a good idea to use jack stands like part # PTW41021 as well. Having the jack stands under the frame while you change the wheel gives you added security.
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• Jack Stand Placement To Suspend Trailer for Storage
  You were on the right track. To raise the tires off the ground for long term trailer storage, the best way is to use your front jack to raise the trailer then place the jack stands under the frame by each axle on all four sides. I have attached a photo for reference. Since the # PTW41021 are sold in pairs, you will need to purchase two for a total of four stands.
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• Recommended Jack Stands for Long Term Storage of Trailer
  Your Torsion axle simply has integrated suspension into the axle. It is no different than having a trailer with constant weight on it like a travel trailer to have your 1500 lb UTV stored on it. Your axle is rated at 3500 lbs so it won't be an issue. If you are storing it for long periods of time, it would be better to get the weight off your axle and tires so you don't get flat spots on your tires and also relieve your suspension. This will also help protect from dry rot. If you will...
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• Solution for Lowering Boat Trailer and Storing Inside Garage During Winter
  The best option we have available for your application is a set of jack stands like the excellent 2-Ton # PTW41021. You can place these on each side of the axle to support the trailer, although I recommend using 4 total (each set includes 2 jacks) for even weight distribution. You could then remove the tires and adjust the jacks accordingly to lower the trailer. They have a minimum height of 10-3/4" and a maximum lift height of 16-3/4". You would still use your existing tongue jack...
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• Roadmaster Comfort Ride Leaf Spring Suspension System For a 2018 Grand Design Solitude 310GK.
  The Roadmaster Comfort Ride Leaf Spring Suspension Kit w/ Shock Absorbers # RM-2460-2570 is a great choice for upgrading the suspension on your 2018 Grand Design Solitude 310GK. You should not require any welding on the frame unless your current suspension hangers are damaged and need replaced. I have linked both an installation video and copy of the instructions below that both show no welding required. While your Solitude does have hydraulic landing gear that will be capable of lifting...
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• Recommended Products To Avoid Flat Spots During Storage
  I recommend the Race Ramps FlatStoppers Storage Set for Tires up to 12" Wide - 6,000 lbs, # RR-FS. This comes with the set of 4. These are lightweight supports for the entire bottom portion of your tires promoting even weight distribution and protecting your tires from fluctuating ground temperatures. They are made from a ultra-strong and high-density EPS Foam construction that won't rust, sag, bounce or crack. Anti-skid design promotes safety. The only other recommendation would be...
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• Can the Lippert Ground Control Jacks Be Retracted When Not Connected To a Truck?
  You can retract the rear jacks of the Lippert Ground Control 3.0 Electric 5th Wheel RV Leveling System # LC358590 when it not connected to your truck. If you want to retract the landing gear/front jacks you will need to use Jack Stands # PTW41021 that are capable of supporting the weight of the 5th wheel while you retract the jacks. Also be sure the wheels are properly chocked as you do not want the camper to slide on the jack stands.
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• Can Jack Stands be Used to Support a Trailer on an Uneven Driveway
  Assuming you are using a floor jack to raise the trailer and then use jack stands, such as # PTW41021 for a pair, then you could store the trailer that way. A jack itself should not be used to hold a load for extended periods of time.
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• Jack Stands For Storing Travel Trailer
  You can use jack stands for your Keystone Cougar travel trailer, and from what I found it looks like it has an 8,800 lb GVWR and empty weight of 6,644 lbs. I can't imagine you are going anywhere near the GVWR, so you can use two pairs of 4k jack stands: - Vehicle Jack Stands - 10-3/4" to 16-3/4" Lift - 4,000 lbs - Qty 2 # PTW41021 Four of the # PTW41021 give you 8,000 lbs of total capacity which will be more than enough for your travel trailer.
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• Should Stabilizers or Jack Stands be Used to Stabilize Boat Trailer for Winter
  The Stromberg Carlson Leveling Scissor Jack Set # JSC-24 will do a really good job of helping to stabilize your boat trailer for the winter and they will be easier to operate than jack stands. It is important to note though that stabilizer scissor jacks like these are only meant to help keep your boat trailer stable and aren't designed to lift the trailer at all. If you need to raise your trailer or you'd like to keep your trailer tires lifted for the off-season (which is recommended for...
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• Installing Trailer Hitch on 2018 Subaru Crosstrek without a Vehicle Lift
  The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C13382 is the easiest install of the trailer hitch options for your 2018 Subaru Crosstrek. If you are okay with working in extremely close contact with the underside of your Crosstrek, you can install it while the car is on the ground. Most people will prefer to use some jack stands like # PTW41021 or the jack with stands # PTW1605 to give you a little more room especially because an extra set of hands is also helpful. I've attached a video of this installation...
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• Best Way to Protect Trailer Tires While in Storage
  The Race Ramps FlatStoppers Supercar Storage Set part # RR-FS-16-SC are only available in a 6,000 total weight capacity as they are designed mainly for passenger cars and light duty trucks. In regards to protecting trailer tires while in storage, you will want to lift the tires off of the ground with jack stands like part # PTW41021 and then cover the tires if outside or bring them in to protect them from the elements. In order to recommend the correct tire covers I would need to know the...
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• Subaru 2003 Forester Hitch Installation and Platform Style 4-Bike Rack Recommendation
  It's not necessary to use a lift to install a hitch on your Forester, but if you have or can borrow ramps or jack stands from somebody, it will make the installation much easier. If that's not an option, we offer some fairly inexpensive ramps as part # FT11909MI or jack stands as part # PTW41021. Either the Curt # C12038 or the Draw-Tite # 36311 would work fine for you. They install in the same manner, and have identical capacities. Both install with standard metric wrenches or sockets...
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• Is the Weight Capacity of the Vehicle Jack Stands Per Jack or for the Pair
  The Vehicle Jack Stands part # PTW41021 have a combined 4,000 lb weight capacity. These are great for cars or light duty trucks and vans but they won't be safe for anything much larger.
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• Jack Stands Needed to Install RoadActive Suspension Kit on 2020 Ford F-150
  A 2-Ton jack stand like # PTW41021 would be perfect. The # PTW41021 stands provide between 10-3/4 and 16-3/4 inches of lift that would be ideal for installing the # RAS3611-YHD RoadActive Suspension kit
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• Can Stromberg Carlson Leveling Scissor Jack Set Be Used To Lift Cars
  The Leveling Scissor Jack Set # JSC-30 should only be used to stabilize a trailer. These are not designed to lift and hold a car. Instead, I recommend using a floor jack with jack stands like # PTW1605. If you need a total of 4 jack stands you can add 2 more using # PTW41021.
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• Can The Torflex Lift Kit Be Installed Without Having To Raise The Entire Trailer Off The Ground?
  When installing the Torflex Lift Kit # K71-707-02 for the #10 Dexter axles on your 2022 Forest River Rockwood Mini Lite travel trailer you will want to follow the manufacturer instructions for raising your entire trailer off the ground. This is required as you will have to loosen the bolts on both sides of the axle to prevent bending the mounting flange. If you left everything attached on the one side the way you are wanting, you will have to bend the mounting bracket on the bolted side...
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