Will etrailer Electric Trailer Jack e55ZV Work On 1979 Airstream Excella 500
Updated 02/23/2026 | Published 02/15/2026
Question:
Im looking at replacing my tongue jack on a vintage 1979 Airstream Excella 500. Would this jack work? What is the horizontal distance between the mounting plate centerline and the outer aft motor case.
asked by: Jorge C
Expert Reply:
Hello Jorge, thanks for reaching out. The etrailer Electric Trailer Jack # e55ZV should work great on your 1979 Airstream Excella 500. It uses a standard bolt pattern (3" apart on center) so as long as you can confirm this matches the current jack, it'll work great for you.
I went out to our warehouse and grabbed one of the jacks to get the measurement you asked for. I measured approximately 5-1/2" from the center of the post to the farthest point on the motor case. I edited a picture to illustrate. Hope this helps!
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Tom M.
2/20/2026
Two thumbs up for my purchase. Easy swap with the old jack and has been working great on my open featherlite trailer with and without a car loads. Would readily recommend this Jack.
Jesse M.
2/23/2026
Jorge C.
2/22/2026
Hi Jesse, Thanks for the picture and info. Do you have the aft dimension? Thats where i have a cover for the propane tanks that im afraid the jack might interfere with.
Jesse M.
2/23/2026
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