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Old 04-30-2015, 06:34 PM   #1
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Stabilizing front end

So when the mister and I are getting our frisky on, the front end moves quite a bit I discovered. So nothing like dimming the moment when you wonder if all the other campsites see the 5er moving like its cool and know what's going on. What, if anything, does anyone use for minimizing the movement. We have read 2 ways to do this, one is between the wheel x chocks and then the pin box tripod.

Lets hear some ideas on what to do or the mister is going to be lacking.......
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Old 04-30-2015, 06:50 PM   #2
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Just take it slow and be sure the picnic table is not up against the trailer.
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Old 04-30-2015, 07:16 PM   #3
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I use X chocks and king pin stabilizer. It doesn't stop ALL the movement, but in my opinion, if your watching my trailer move, you must be bored.
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Old 04-30-2015, 08:52 PM   #4
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Lets hear some ideas on what to do or the mister is going to be lacking.......
I or we don't have that "problem" and haven't had it for years. Our "frisky" got up and left long time ago. But for those lucky folks who do and who are still young and frisky, I'd suggest trying the following:

1) Book yourself into a motel.
2) If you must carry on in your 5th wheel, move out of the upper bedroom and onto the main floor or the pull out couch.
3) If the 5th wheel still rocks and rolls, take a tent and "sleep" outside.
4) You sleep "upstairs" and "the mister" takes the hide-a-bed.
5) Invite your dog or dogs to sleep on the bed with you.

Forget the tripod stabilizer, X-chocks, and any other type of stabilizers. They aren't designed to eliminate or reduce that kind of motion.
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Old 05-01-2015, 03:44 AM   #5
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Lets hear some ideas on what to do or the mister is going to be lacking.......
Lol...if the trailer is a rockin....don't bother a knockin!

Look into JT Strong Arms...I think they are just what is needed in this situation! They are sold at many of your normal RV part retailers.

http://lci1.com/jt-strong-arm
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Old 05-01-2015, 04:04 AM   #6
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Use more leveling blocks so ur landing gear isn't extended as much. Helps a bit
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Old 05-01-2015, 05:49 AM   #7
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So when the mister and I are getting our frisky on, the front end moves quite a bit I discovered. So nothing like dimming the moment when you wonder if all the other campsites see the 5er moving like its cool and know what's going on. What, if anything, does anyone use for minimizing the movement. We have read 2 ways to do this, one is between the wheel x chocks and then the pin box tripod.

Lets hear some ideas on what to do or the mister is going to be lacking.......
Thank you for giving me a laugh this morning....

Another source for stabilizer's is BAL Lock Arms.

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Old 05-01-2015, 06:15 AM   #8
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The answer is .....

Check out www.steadyfast.com , these are a bit pricey but work great, takes about three hours to install but once that's done it literally takes about 1 minute for setup and tear down. They can also be moved to a new rig when you trade, ours are on our third 5er.

These will take out about 90% of all motion, frisky included

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Old 05-01-2015, 09:32 AM   #9
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We just step outside, smile and take a bow...

One of the stablizer systems (JT Strongarm, Steadyfast, BAL or similar) is on my to-do list ...
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Old 05-01-2015, 03:29 PM   #10
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We just step outside, smile and take a bow...

One of the stablizer systems (JT Strongarm, Steadyfast, BAL or similar) is on my to-do list ...
The above mentioned stabilizers plus X-chocks and you will be about as solid as it gets. (Remember if the frisky lasts for more than four hours, call a doctor)
Frisky? I think I remember Frisky!!! Hank
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Old 05-01-2015, 05:08 PM   #11
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We use the X chocks and king pin stabilizer and they work great.
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Old 05-01-2015, 06:39 PM   #12
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Are x chocks necessary with the 6pt auto level?
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Necessary? Maybe not, but the more solid your base, the more stable your "house".
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Old 05-01-2015, 07:20 PM   #14
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x-chocks and LevelUp

I've used x-chocks on the wheels with our LevelUp before I lower the landing gears and unhook. But when I go to "auto-level", sometimes the frame is raised enough to level the trailer that ist"unloads" the trailer suspension to the point the the wheels move enough to loosen the x-chocks. Now we just use chock blocks in front of and behind the wheels to discourage any rolling of the rig before using the LevelUp. Once all six levelers are down and loaded, the trailer isn't moving.

On another note, the LevelUp makes for a steady setup by itself, MUCH more than electric landing gears and rear stabilizers; but with the SteadyFast stabilizers added, it is rock solid.

(For the record, I have no affiliation with SteadyFast, just a happy camper)
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Old 05-02-2015, 11:05 AM   #15
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Back the truck under the trailer until the 5th wheel is in firm contact with the front of the pinbox and set the E-brake. You don't have to back completely under or latch the hitch. Makes a huge difference.

My hat's off to you. A good "problem" to have!
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Old 05-02-2015, 01:17 PM   #16
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I've used x-chocks on the wheels with our LevelUp before I lower the landing gears and unhook. But when I go to "auto-level", sometimes the frame is raised enough to level the trailer that ist"unloads" the trailer suspension to the point the the wheels move enough to loosen the x-chocks. Now we just use chock blocks in front of and behind the wheels to discourage any rolling of the rig before using the LevelUp. Once all six levelers are down and loaded, the trailer isn't moving.



On another note, the LevelUp makes for a steady setup by itself, MUCH more than electric landing gears and rear stabilizers; but with the SteadyFast stabilizers added, it is rock solid.



(For the record, I have no affiliation with SteadyFast, just a happy camper)

Dumb question, but is it easy to install steady fast with the lippert 6pt hydraulic level up? DW thinks our fuzion rocks a bit. Perhaps this would cure it
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SteadyFast install on LevelUp

The install is not a lot different on the leveler pads verses on electric landing gear feet other than how they are attached to the leveler pads. You have to either weld the attachment bolts onto the top of the pads (not my choice) or buy some countersink head 3/8" bolts, drill holes in the pads and countersink the holes on the bottom of the pads. I think SteadyFast sells a kit with the hardware and a countersink for about $25.

Also, when you order the system, be sure to tell them its going on a Levelup system and that you will need the longer braces for the cross bracing (mention you want the countersink bolt kit at the same time). The spacing on the landing gear cylinders is greater than electric ones, that why you need the long braces.

I think you'll find stabilizers make a huge difference in stability verses just about any other option.
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Let all of the air out of your tires, and pull the break-away pin. This should help a great deal. If not... a touch of salt-peter in the beverage of choice might help! LOL
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Regardless of what you chose to do, I love the phrase "get your frisky on." Happy Days Marion strikes again.....
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The install is not a lot different on the leveler pads verses on electric landing gear feet other than how they are attached to the leveler pads. You have to either weld the attachment bolts onto the top of the pads (not my choice) or buy some countersink head 3/8" bolts, drill holes in the pads and countersink the holes on the bottom of the pads. I think SteadyFast sells a kit with the hardware and a countersink for about $25.



Also, when you order the system, be sure to tell them its going on a Levelup system and that you will need the longer braces for the cross bracing (mention you want the countersink bolt kit at the same time). The spacing on the landing gear cylinders is greater than electric ones, that why you need the long braces.



I think you'll find stabilizers make a huge difference in stability verses just about any other option.

Good info. Thank you!
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