Recommended Ramps To Change And Service Tandem Axle Trailer Wheels And Tires

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Can I use the RHINO Ramps for a 4400 lb. double axle to change / service my Keystone Fifth wheel trailer wheels?

asked by: David O

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I would recommend using the Andersen Rapid Jack # AM3620 over the FloTool RhinoRamps # FT11909MI. You will have issues with the length of the RhinoRamps and the 2nd axle trying to move up and sit on the ramp due to its length. The Andersen is much shorter at 17" versus 35-1/2" of the RhinoRamps.

The Andresen unit also takes up less room and can serve multiple uses as it can work as a wheel chock if needed.

expert reply by: Bud M

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Brent

11/4/2024

My Andersen Rapid Jack doesn’t get the front or rear axle fully off the ground to change a spare. I’m thinking that by placing these Rhino’s at the front you would be able to pull forward to lift the rear tire, or by placing the Rhino behind the rear tire you’d be able to back up to raise the front tire for replacing. Thoughts?

Bud M.

11/4/2024

@Brent The Andersen Rapid Jack # AM3620 will allow you to change tires on some trailers but not all trailers. I do have some tips which may help your specific application. First of all if you have a very large tandem axle spread like the 42" spread you see on some trailers you will have to use a traditional Jack # ALL620470. For a more traditional 33" or 35" you can look at using a block of wood to limit how far your equalizer can flex and may allow for your other tire to lift itself off the ground.

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