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Originally Posted by Johnnyfry
Thinking about it I now feel that electric is more reliable because each slider system is self contained and not dependent upon a central motor/pump system with a distribution valve and multiple hoses.
John
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If one slide quits, for any reason, the others remain operable. Doesn't make a difference which one of the three is "broken", the others still operate normally and the trailer, essentially remains usable until it can be fixed.
I've never had a problem with any electric slide I've owned; I've never owned a hydraulic, but, I've worked with other hydraulic systems (I have a farm tractor with a front loader and a back hoe) and I know from experience about leaks, bad pump seals, blown hoses, bad cylinders, etc. Electric has always been my first choice and actually was a "deal breaker" one time when we were shopping for trailers some years ago.
Many folks own hydraulic units and they, AFAIK, are just as trouble-free as electric nowadays, but, I stay with what I feel is good for me.
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My 2 cents, your mileage may vary...
Don
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