How To Lift and Store a Travel Trailer with Torsion Axles

Updated 09/23/2019 | Published 09/21/2019

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Powerbuilt Unijack Bottle Jack with Built-In Jack Stand - 21" Lift - 3 Tons

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Adco Tyre Gard RV Tire Cover for 27" to 29" Tires - Double Axle - Black - Qty 1

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Andersen Camper Wheel Chock and Leveler

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Question:

I have a 38’ flagstaff with dexter toflex axles, 10800 pound dry weight. I want to raise all four wheels off the ground to store it and maintenance. What do you reccomend I use? I do have the lippert ground control system and it sits at home on a level 20x60 concrete slab with cover.

asked by: Mark

Expert Reply:

The only option I have for you to store a torsion axle trailer with the wheels off the ground is by using jack stands, the Powerbuilt Unijack Bottle Jack part # ALL620471 would be a good option as they have built-in bottle jacks and offer up to 21" of lift. These bottle jacks will need to be placed on all four corners of the trailer under the frame, not the axle tube. This option will then allow for you to remove the wheels/tires and store these in a cool dry area while also allowing for easy maintenance.

The other option I have for you is to use the Andersen Camper Wheel Chock and Leveler part # AM3604 under all four tires. This option is going to prevent your tires from flat spotting but to prevent for degradation you will also want to install a set of wheel covers like the Adco Tyre Gard RV Wheel Covers part # 290-3933. If you let me know what size tires you have I would be glad to confirm fit but have attached a list of other size options as well.

expert reply by: Conner L