Hey Michael, you will want to go with a set of skid wheels for your motorhome like the Ultra Fab #UF48-979012 which will prevent the dragging. These attach to the frame and roll instead of dragging. Where are you dragging the most?
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
I went out to our warehouse and pulled the Ultra-Fab Skid Wheels for Class C RVs part #UF48-979012 for you. The dimensions of the following components are as follows: The metal mounting brackets are 8-1/2" long X 4-1/2" wide. The two…
Hey Eric. Axle spacing isn't the best way to determine what replacement equalizers you need. The most accurate way to find a replacement is to match up a replacing equalizer as close as possible to the dimensions of the one currently on your…
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…
Quick processing, and delivery. reasonably priced very satisfied
Bernie
Krakow, WI
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.
Filters
