Can Husky HB4500 Tongue Jack Be Turned for Tailgate Clearance?

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Question:

Can the motor be turned to the side? I can’t lower my tailgate to my truck as it hits the motor when at a 45 degree angle. If the motor can be moved to the side, my tailgate would clear it and lower all the way down.

asked by: Ramy H

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Expert Reply:

Yes, the Husky Brute Electric Trailer Jack 4500lb # HT87247 can have the motor rotated to the side without any issue. It is very common to do this for tailgate clearance on certain truck and trailer combinations.

expert reply by: Jason S

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Answer 1

I have a solution for your clearance issue, but the Lippert Jack #LC285318 cannot be rotated. You can get a bit more clearance by using a longer ball mount like this extra long ball mount #D-26. It measures 12-5/8 inches from the hitch pin hole to…

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Answer 2

Hey Jason, Are you wanting just an electric tongue jack or a full leveling system for your trailer? If you're wanting just a tongue jack I recommend the Electric Jack w/ Footplate #EJ-3520-BBX (black) or #EJ-3520-WBX (white) along with a cover…

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Answer 3

I would be happy to help you. Based on the information you have given me I am going to give you the height of the Stromberg Carlson Electric Trailer Jack Item #SC63VR you referenced. This jack sits 21 1/4" above your trailer's frame. You…

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Answer 4

Yes, basically all A-frame trailers are going to have the same bolt pattern for installing a trailer jack. Typically the jacks have mounting holes that are somewhat slotted too to help with some variances. The bolt pattern you mentioned having on…

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Answer 5

If your Husky Brute 4500 isn't extending or retracting properly then I recommend using the manual override to see if it's something internal or if it's an electronic part of the jack. For a replacement electrical part you'll need to…

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Answer 6

I reached out to the manufacturer, Stromberg Carlson, who told me their 3,500 lb Electric Trailer Jack #JET-3755 (Black) and #JET-3555 (White) has a travel speed of 10 inches over 55.5 seconds with no load. This is a relatively normal speed for a…

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Answer 7

It sounds like you're looking for a replacement internal component for an older/discontinued Lippert electric jack like model number 1817941. According to Lippert, the internal components are not serviceable on these types of jacks, which means…

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I reached out to my contact at Ram and he said that their electric jacks, like part #EJ-3520-BBX, #EJ-3520-WBX, or #EJ-3527-BBX have one fuse and it is located on the black wire where it enters the housing. From what you described I believe your…

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Answer 9

Electric tongue jacks like the Electric Jack w/ Footplate - A-Frame - 25-1/8" Lift - 3.5K - Black #EJ-3520-BBX are designed to use a 12v power so if you want constant power I recommend using a trailer battery for connection. If you only want…

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Answer 10

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 11

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 12

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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