Can Electric Landing Gear be Used to Replace Hydraulic Landing Gear on a 5th Wheel Trailer

Updated 09/10/2015 | Published 09/09/2015

Question:

Hi hope you can help, I have a1994 dolphin 34 class A RV the hydraulics are problematic and expensive to repair at this point. Do you know if these electric jacks or landing units could serve as a replacement for my old hydraulic system?

asked by: David

Expert Reply:

Most electric landing gear is basically interchangeable with a few differences but hydraulic I am not 100 percent sure on. The electric models have brackets (clamping hangers) that are welded to the trailer frame.

The Ultra-Fab Deluxe Electric Landing Gear Set # UF17-943010 comes with them so if your set up does not have brackets or the brackets are not compatible then you could have them welded on by a qualified professional welder. I have included a link to the installation instructions for you to view as well.

expert reply by: Michael H