Bulldog Powered Drive Trailer Jack - Drop Leg - A-Frame - 22" Lift - 4,000 lbs - Black

Overall the product does exactly what it's intended for and works well.
I however assumed that this would be a simple R&R for my camper and did very little installation research other that the video provided on etrailer' s website
Sadly it did not fit. Not at all. I didn't take into account that have a double framed hitch toyhauler. The baseplate on the factory leg was a TRIANGLE.....this unit was ROUND. Also the primary shaft was thicker than stock and would not drop down into place
I know modifying is frowned upon, but I found that ALL powered hitch legs I found have round mounting plates and it's not mentioned the leg tube is thicker than OEM?
Since NOT having a power lift wasn't an option for this camper application...too heavy in the front when ATVS loaded to lift for setting the equalizer hitch tension bars, I proceeded to modify by cutting the rear rounded mounting base ... square. Took off about 1/2 inch. Then I took my metal Dremel sanding bit and increased the hitch leg hole diameter slightly.
Took about 1 hr. Dropped it in. Wired it. Tested it. All good.
If you can't post this I understand, but take note that some of your website descriptions may need to be enhanced.
Thanks!670110

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Bradley

7/15/2020

All good! Works as intended

I ordered the Reese Bulldog 4000lb power tongue jack on 6/2 and received it on 6/6, my second order from etrailer and it came just as fast as the hitch that I ordered from them previously. The jack was characteristically well packaged so everything was received in perfect condition. The installation took a half hour, including hitching the trailer up to my truck and unhitching after the swap out. I did read the instructions quickly before starting and I would recommend that anyone doing the installation do so as well, just to avoid any hick-ups. Overall it was a very easy installation. Because of limited space I did have to mount the jack sideways, so I appreciate that Reese gave me that option. The one item that I did not finish was a permanent power hook-up. The power wire provided was too short so I will be putting a connector inline so that I can route the wire to the battery terminal.518419

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Ross

6/6/2019

After a year of using the Bulldog tongue jack, I really appreciate how easy it makes hooking up the weight distribution bars on my hitch. Just push the Extend button and lift the connected trailer tongue until I can flex the weight distribution tension bars into place. These need to be standard equipment on travel trailers the crank jack that came with it was entirely inadequate/impractical for the work needed to lift the connected tongue to complete my hook-up.

Bulldog BD500199 installed on 2006 Jayco Jayflight 27BH. Bought this powered jack to replace the non-functioning electric jack that came with the camper we bought 6mo ago. We’ve been using the manual override on the old one, so having a working jack is going to be great:) Just installed this new unit yesterday, so have only used at home so far, but it seems to work very well. Speed is good. It has the drop leg with spring pin for quick adjustment which is cool. It has a built in light which is fairly bright and should come in handy for setting up at night. Installation was very easy. Literally had the old jack removed and new one in place in about 20mins and that included getting the jack stands set up. The hole in the A-frame was big enough for the larger diameter tube of the Bulldog unit, so no fitment problems. I’ve got photos showing the old unit and new. Forgot to take one with the jack removed. There was additional time wiring, but it was only another 20mins or so. Most of that time was spent deciding on routing and zip tying the wire. There is only one wire that hooks up to the battery positive post and there is an internal breaker in the unit so you don’t wire in an external fuse. Heads up there are no wire terminals in the kit, so you will need to have your own to crimp onto the wire. You’ll need a 10ga connector, likely a 5/16 or 3/8 ring terminal but could vary depending on your battery. The wire lead could have been another 12” longer, but it was just barely long enough to reach the positive post after I flipped the battery around to put the positive post on that side of the frame. Also should note that this unit has a dual mounting pattern that allows for turning the head unit 90deg to face sideways, which is what I ended up doing. Facing forward, the head of the jack was really tight up against the propane bottles/cover, so turning it sideways fit much better with our camper. Looks to be well built, so hoping it lasts a long time, and I’m looking forward to not using a manual override crank next time we go camping!1290606

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by: Bruce 10/05/2022

It’s a good, sturdy, and reliable Jack. I never have to worry if it’s going to work or not. Can’t say that about the cheap original equipment it replaced. It is slow but most are. I’m happy with this purchase.1438222

Bruce

10/5/2023

Good to go. We’re on the road 45 days this summer and camped at about 12 different sites a lot of jacking and no issues.

Mike L.

10/19/2023

@Bruce Great! Thanks for keeping us in the loop!

by: Jamey R11/04/2019

This has been a great trailer jack a year into installing it on my 12 x 6 enclosed cargo/camping trailer. The jack is out in the elements 24/7, gets used almost every weekend and is still going strong. I would definitely purchase this product again for my next trailer.722638

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Installed Bull Dog 4000 lb Jack today. Pretty straight forward install. I gave it a 4 star, everything worked fine. I would suggest adding some flat washers along with the lock washers , it gives the lock washer a little better surface to rest on I believe instead of the bigger holes on the Jack. The insulation on the wire was scuffed through to the copper in one little spot, not really a big deal just put some good super 33 electrical tape on it , and they could put a connector on the wire to hook to the battery . Overall very nice ,would absolutely purchase again. etrailer always has quality choices .1021845

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This tongue jack works great. The trailer I put it on is a toy hauler and it has a very high empty tongue weight. I replaced the original jack that failed with a heavier duty one. Installation was easy, I secured the trailer, manually raised the old jack, unscrewed and removed the old jack, installed and screwed in the new jack, hooked up the electrics and I was done. Can't ask for more then that.1601093

It was very easy to install and it works great. The old tongue jack worked okay but this bully dog jack is smooth and powerful. 539259

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Herman

7/13/2019

Still giving great service, the small bubble level however has evaporated for the second time. The jack is strong and dependable.

Great product, received it quickly, easy directions to follow. EASY to install!!1082106

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Michael

7/3/2022

Still working great!!

It arrived quickly, was easy to install, fit right where the old jack was. The cover fit correctly. It worked just like it was supposed to. It is installed on a 10k gvw cargo/camper hybrid and jacks it no problem. 388563

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This jack is great easy install love the led for night loading and they way it shuts off as it goes to the top nice product great price thank you Etrailer551882

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David

8/9/2019

Still working great the top level bubble faded from sun but stills works great

Simple installation. Can't believe I went this long without a powered jack. Arrived sooner than expected. Great service.1020433

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I bought the Bulldog Powered trailer jack from etrailer because they not only have the best price, but amazing service, and shipping was rocket fast!! It took only three days to rural Colorado.

I watched etrailers video of the jack being installed that showed details and dimensions so i could be sure it would fit my application. The videos are well made and super helpful to ensure I got the right jack for my trailer.

Installation was a breeze, three bolts and one wire hookup and you're finished.
The jack works great and the lights are handy. I will say that it is not particularly fast, it is geared low and goes up and down slowly, but it works great and does exactly what it is supposed to do.608955

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Really easy to install, works fantastic. Single wire to the battery terminal and it is done!1264949

Cliff

2/22/2023

I had one fail sadly. After about 4 months of use. Bulldog wasnt the easiest to deal with and I just bought a new one.

Instructions, installation, and operation were flawless. My only issue was the packaging during shipment. It was shipped in its original box from the mfg. Unfortunately, the box was damaged in multiple locations and all the parts were loose inside. Nothing was lost and everything worked okay. It was unnerving receiving an item like that and wondering if it's as damaged as the box. could have done better on the shipping container.1528889

Seems like excellent product but was packaged upside down so the level on top of the jack was broke. I called right away and they were more than happy to send me a New level for the jack. Installation was super easy only took about 10 minutes for the jack and when the new level gets here that will be very easy also. Over all great service by everyone I talked to at etrailer.1080163

Daniel

7/1/2022

It’s been great awesome power jack for my camper I actually traded campers and took this jack and put it on the new camper

by: Jeff 08/12/2022

We turned the mounting position 90 degrees to accommodate the truck tailgate. The jack has enough lift capacity to lift both the truck and tongue weight to any height...low gearing on lift works well without any electrical overload strain ...very pleased1354698

by: Todd03/15/2023

Great product. That drop leg really speeds things up.1536524

by: David 07/22/2023

excellent jack. Great service. 1629690

I was hoping this Jack had been improved. The previous one I think it might have actually been used maybe 20 times and it burned up. Thought I was buying an upgraded version, but when I got it, it was the same one. Oh well1521544

I installed the jack this morning. Very fast delivery from etrailer. Seems to work well testing it on the lot.

Suggested improvements. 1) I had to mount the jack sideways because of limited clearance so that is a good feature. But the jack had to face toward the right (looking from the front). This meant the spring loaded pull handle was under the trailer and took too much force for me to operate easily so I went with the standard pin. The mounting holes on the jack could be reconfigured so the jack faces left and the pull handle is forward in a sideways mount. 2) The power cord was barely long enough. It should be a foot longer. 3) The mount for the level has three holes and screws. It should have 4 so you can choose front/back or side/side leveling no matter how the jack is mounted.269814

Gordy

1/16/2018

The jack has performed well. Had to replace the level which Bulldog provided under warranty. I would recommend the jack.

Nice product but poor QC. After assembly and installation the jack would not extend. After some searching online I opened the casing and found that the power wire on the switch was never plugged onto the blade on the back of the switch. I plugged it in and all is good. The plug/blade are the locking type, so it did not come loose during shipping, it was simply not connected at the factory, so I have to assume that nobody performed a function check before boxing it up and sending it out. Somebody with less troubleshooting experience would have probably wound up uninstalling and returning. Buyer beware.1064123

Free shipping, excellent customer service, easy installation and fabrication!1139574

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Delivery came before time which was great, have not used as of yet, but it is being installed and will be using soon.1602860

by: Caleb02/18/2019

Works great when it works. I really like this Jack and wish I could give it 5 stars. I only gave it three stars because every time I use the Jack it blows a fuse when I try to hook up the w/d hitch. My trailer only ways 4k with 400 tongue weight which would make it a two star but it could be my wiring so I gave it a three, and don't expect the level to make it more than a couple of trips. It clouded up then broke within two months of install.606040

Mike L.

2/20/2019

How are you powering the jack? Bulldog tells me that an inline fuse isnt necessary if the jack is powered by a battery onboard the trailer as recommended.