What Gauge Wire Should be Ran to Trailer Powered Jack Motor

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What gauge of ground wire would you recommend I use between battery and gear box. The approx length would be 12.

asked by: Alvin L

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Expert Reply:

I would recommend 10 gauge wire like our part # 10-1-1 (sold by the foot) for wiring up a powered jack motor.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

Hey Chris! The black wire on the etrailer Electric Trailer Jack #e23ZV is just a ground wire. Realistically you can ground it however you want but I would say running it to the frame with a self-tapping screw as indicated in the instructions is the…

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Answer 2

Hello Ralph, thanks for reaching out. The etrailer Electric Trailer Jack #e23ZV will be a great option for you. The jack can be rotated to the side if needed. We have one of these jacks on our trailer here at the shop and I have seen it rotated and…

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Answer 3

For a standard replacement equalizer for your Dexter 13-122 equalizers you'd want the #TREQE1 or for a cushioned version you'd want the part #K71-653-00 which comes with new shackles and bolts. For a kit that includes new bolts, bushings, and…

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Answer 4

A 100 amp hour battery would suffice for powering a trailer tongue jack as well as some other accessories. For this, we have both AGM such as the Bright Way Deep Cycle RV or Marine Battery part #BRW94FR. In order to charge these batteries, you'd…

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Answer 5

From what I could find, your 2016 Casita Spirit Deluxe most likely uses a Dexter torsion axle. The Torflex Lift Kit #K71-707-01 is compatible with Dexter #10 Torflex axles which is likely what you have. This lift kit raises your trailer frame by…

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Answer 6

You do need to run a 10 gauge wire like part #10-1-1 (sold by foot) from the positive pin of the battery to the 11:00 pin of a male 7-way but you do not need to ground the battery for it to accept the charge.

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Answer 7

Hi Tye! The head on the etrailer Electric Trailer Jack - Drop Leg - A-Frame - 22-1/2" Lift - 3,500 lbs #e79GV is fixed, but all is not lost. Pretty much all A-Frame jacks, including this one, use a 3" on center bolt pattern. So with that…

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Answer 8

Hello Michael. So, we do not sell the Andersen WD hitch here, but it is something I am familiar with. I also just spoke with an associate of mine who has some experience using the Andersen WD hitch so I can definitely give you an honest opinion on…

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Answer 9

According to the specifications of the Electric A-Frame Tongue Jack, #LC285318, from Lippert, the jack motor can draw a maximum of 30 amps at 12 volts. The closer to the capacity of the jack (3,500 pounds) the more power it will draw. I have included…

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Answer 10

There isn't an easy way to rotate just the head on an A-frame trailer jack such as #LC285318 or your 1817941. What you can do is rotate the entire jack and bolt it back down. This will result in a greater than 90 degree rotation but is the only…

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Answer 11

This is a great question that there isn't exactly a great answer for. Hitch extenders not only put the weight further away from the hitch which would increase the leverage on the hitch, but they also add movement to the assembly which will…

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Answer 12

Hello Ric, I have a great option for you, but you will need to confirm that you have the Dexter Torflex #10 axle. By installing the Torflex Lift Kit - Single Axle Lift #K71-707-01 it will give you a 2 5/8" lift. I attached an image to show you…

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