You could mount some skid wheels to the frame by your stabilizers to have them hit first and protect the stabilizers and the rest of the undercarriage from scraping when coming out of a steep incline/decline. I recommend ones like the Ultra-Fab Skid…
Hi Tom, We have two axles rated for 3.5K that have an 85" hub face measurement, but they have different spring seat measurements. The Lippert Beam Only Trailer Axle part #LC93PK has a 70" spring center to spring center measurement and fits…
Thanks for the pictures! The Ultra-Fab Hitch Mounted Steel Rollers for RVs w/ 2-1/2" Hitch Tubing #UF48-979017 would work great for your 2022 Jayco Pinnacle 38FLGS, and would eliminate the dragging you're experiencing. Adding the Roadmaster…
In order to choose the correct set of skid wheels you'll need to measure the square body on the trailer hitch and then choose the correct ones based on that. The Ultra-Fab Hitch Mounted Skid Wheels part #UF48-979017 for example are designed for a…
Hey Eddie, I looked up the length of your Passport 260BHCWE and since it is 30 foot 4 inches long the correct and best fitting RV cover would be the etrailer RV Cover part #e47VV. This will give you the best protection in all climates including ones…
Hey, Nicholas! First I'd like to say that you helped me learn something new today. I look up your team and watched the promo video on your universities website. Look like a lot of fun! I watch Formula 1 with my dad from time to time but…
While we carry some very solid products when it comes to skid wheels, such as the Ultra-Fab Hitch Mounted, #UF48-979017 that you linked to and the even stronger Ultra-Fab Skid Wheels for Class A RVs 34' and Longer, #UF48-979013; these are not…
Hi Ray! The MORryde GooseTech 5th Wheel to Gooseneck Pin Box for 11.5K to 14K Trailers #MR74MV can definitely be used in a short bed 3/4 ton pickup, like your 2024 Ram 2500. Just be aware that not all trailers have a tapered nose and you may not get…
Hi Paul, you’re definitely on the right track here, and I can help you narrow this down with confidence. With your tandem 3,500 lb Dexter axles and 33 inch spacing, both the Dexter EZ Flex part #K71-652-00 and the Lippert Road Armor part #LC53CK are…
Hey Jordan thanks for the information! The 2" and 2-1/2" shanks for the Weigh Safe weight distribution systems are interchangeable amongst Weigh Safe systems. What I recommend doing is getting the Weigh Safe True Tow Weight Distribution…
Hi Bruce; the MORryde GooseTech 5th Wheel to Gooseneck Pin Box #MR97MV doesn't have any real vertical movement. However, the rubber spring will still absorb and dampen road shock at the connection point within the pin box. The rubber sheer spring…
Hello Joe, Thank you for reaching out! The Power Mountain Tallboy Off-Road Bottle Jack - 11-5/16" to 27-1/16" Lift - 12 Tons #PM94FR does have the capacity you’d need, but since your fifth wheel’s frame sits about 25" off the ground,…
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RV Skid Wheels with Frame Mount for Driveways
Tackle steep driveways and tight turns without dragging. These frame mount skid wheels weld to your trailer or motorhome frame to take the hit before the bumper or body does. They're a stopgap, not fully weight-bearing, and are often installed by a welding shop for solid support.
Yes, frame-mount skid wheels help protect your rear end when the frame hits on grade changes or tight turns. Mount them at the rear frame where contact happens most. Many choose to weld them to a steel plate or tubular steel tied into the frame for strength. After contact, inspect hardware and brackets and replace any bent or broken fasteners before the next trip.
No, skid wheels are not designed as fully weight-bearing entities so they do not have an official weight capacity. They are only meant as a stopgap for occasional use to prevent your RV from contacting the ground. Plan their placement to take brief contact during driveways or cornering, not to carry the vehicle's weight for long distances.
Rotating wheels can be a better pick for longer RVs because the rotation allows them to track a little better if you are scraping around corners. Place them where the rear tends to bottom out. If you regularly scrape on turns, rotating designs help reduce the dragging effect compared to a fixed roller.
Welding to the frame or to a welded-in steel tube works well for strength. Remove the roller assembly before welding, then reinstall and grease the roller. To help prevent twisting, some add a small triangular brace at the front of the mount. If a bolt head weakens due to a deep grease-zerk recess, consider a 1/2" grade 8 bolt, noting you may lose grease-through capability.
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