Built with steel, these RAM camper jacks feel solid and install without a lot of fuss. Setup can be as simple as a few bolts and a power wire, and you can choose to power them from the tow vehicle or a dedicated battery. If you need tailgate clearance, check the head orientation before mounting.
Yes, installation is typically straightforward. Several installs came down to 3 bolts and a power wire and were described as a breeze. If there's no separate ground wire, note how the jack grounds and wire accordingly. Bring your own mounting bolts or a battery terminal connector if not included. If it won't run, check the switch wiring or a loose wire to the switch before assuming a larger issue.
You can power it from the tow vehicle or a dedicated trailer battery. It worked better/faster for one setup when the trailer was plugged into the tow vehicle, and another used a dedicated battery to avoid thin vehicle wiring. If your RAM jack uses a 7-way RV plug: White is ground, Black is battery hot lead, Blue is brake output, Green tail/running, Brown right turn/brake, Red left turn/brake, Yellow reverse.
Yes, it's described as powerful and dependable for regular use, including a 16' enclosed box trailer full of tools and equipment, and lifting for weight distribution setup. It operated well in cold weather. If speed is a priority, note that one found it slower than an older jack. Stay within the jack's rated lift and make sure wiring connections are solid.
It can give more room for propane cylinders, but tailgate clearance varies. One setup couldn't open the truck tailgate until after unhitching due to the motor position. Check your head orientation options and how the motor sits relative to the coupler and tailgate; if a sidewise head mount isn't available on your setup, plan access accordingly.
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