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09-01-2016, 01:09 PM
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Advice needed for JT Strong Arm install to TT
We just purchased the Strong Arm system in hopes to get in put on before this holiday weekend. My husband plans to do this tomorrow but he's unsure where to bolt the arms to on our TT frame. We have a Cougar 31sqb. It seems the directions and every video he tries to watch is for 5th wheel installations. Can someone tell us at what point did you bolt the arms to the frame?
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09-01-2016, 01:47 PM
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A long piece of angle iron is bolted to the frame and the arms were measured out to where the arms had adequate reach no matter how high or low the stabilizers are opened.
I really like my JT bars. I'm sure you will too!
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09-01-2016, 02:00 PM
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Since they mount to the frame of the trailer and jacks, and do not depend on the 5er overhang, installation should be the same regardless of Tag vs. 5er. A box is a box. Simple geometry.
Good luck,
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09-01-2016, 02:01 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by the sodfather
A long piece of angle iron is bolted to the frame and the arms were measured out to where the arms had adequate reach no matter how high or low the stabilizers are opened.
I really like my JT bars. I'm sure you will too!
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Thank you for your quick reply! My husband says he doesn't see any angled iron under ours. Think our unit isn't made the same as yours? Do you happen to have any pictures by chance?
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09-01-2016, 02:04 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Pull Toy
Since they mount to the frame of the trailer and jacks, and do not depend on the 5er overhang, installation should be the same regardless of Tag vs. 5er. A box is a box. Simple geometry.
Good luck,
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It's a different kit altogether - they make two separate strong arm systems depending on if you have a 5th wheel or a TT. I'm imagining that means the installation has to be different somehow.
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09-01-2016, 02:10 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by lesleyinky
Thank you for your quick reply! My husband says he doesn't see any angled iron under ours. Think our unit isn't made the same as yours? Do you happen to have any pictures by chance?
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The angle iron was added. I'm not good with posting photos but if you want to pm me you mobile # or email, I'll send you some picks. Hey, I'm here to help!
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09-01-2016, 02:37 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by the sodfather
The angle iron was added. I'm not good with posting photos but if you want to pm me you mobile # or email, I'll send you some picks. Hey, I'm here to help!
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Thanks again! I just relayed what you said and he said that's what he wondered if he would need to do. He's going to add the angled iron and go from there. Appreciate your help!!
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09-01-2016, 05:10 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by lesleyinky
Thanks again! I just relayed what you said and he said that's what he wondered if he would need to do. He's going to add the angled iron and go from there. Appreciate your help!!
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Here is a try for a pic.
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09-01-2016, 05:12 PM
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09-01-2016, 05:15 PM
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09-01-2016, 05:35 PM
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These pictures are great!! Thank you so much for taking the time to do this! He's informed me it may not happen before this trip now that we have to add that piece, but at least we will be able to get it on soon!
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09-01-2016, 05:42 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by lesleyinky
These pictures are great!! Thank you so much for taking the time to do this! He's informed me it may not happen before this trip now that we have to add that piece, but at least we will be able to get it on soon!
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No prob. Hope the quality of the pic was good enough. It took a 16 yo daughter to teach dear old dad how to post a pic!
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09-01-2016, 06:43 PM
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No prob. Hope the quality of the pic was good enough. It took a 16 yo daughter to teach dear old dad how to post a pic!
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So funny - I can relate! Two teenage sons right now and I learn something new everyday! [emoji23] Picture quality was great and my husband will be pleased to have them. Since he couldn't work on the Strong Arm tonight, he decided to take his boat and go fishing instead.....hmmm......that may have been planned! lol
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09-02-2016, 02:50 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by lesleyinky
So funny - I can relate! Two teenage sons right now and I learn something new everyday! [emoji23] Picture quality was great and my husband will be pleased to have them. Since he couldn't work on the Strong Arm tonight, he decided to take his boat and go fishing instead.....hmmm......that may have been planned! lol
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Right! I took the photos on my way to my lease. We will be eating jalapeño and bacon wrapped dove tonight!
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09-06-2016, 04:37 PM
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I have a travel trailer not a 5th wheel.
On by Bullet Premier I found cross beams under the chloroplast under belly cover. I took out a few screws and looked to find one and used that mount mine. Just be sure to look first, as you don't want to put screws into your holding tanks.
I have 3 pair installed:
one pair on the back of the trailer that go along the width of the trailer.
Then 1 pair on the front along the length of the trailer and another pair on the front along the width of the trailer.
I will admit that I have the BAL version, but had to buy a few strong arm brackets to make it work right. I should have just purchased the strong arm to begin with.
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09-06-2016, 05:17 PM
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I have the steadyfast stabilizers on my trailer, but imagine they would mount similarly to any other brand?
I bolted them right to the frame rails, using the drill bit and self tapping bolts, that came with the kit.
-Brian
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09-22-2016, 10:14 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by B-O-B'03
I have the steadyfast stabilizers on my trailer, but imagine they would mount similarly to any other brand?
I bolted them right to the frame rails, using the drill bit and self tapping bolts, that came with the kit.
-Brian
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How do you like the SteadyFast system? I want to add stabilizers to my camper next year but can't decide on the strong arm or steadyfast. The steadyfast looks less complicated and easier to install as it only has three bars.
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09-23-2016, 04:34 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by lawdog130
How do you like the SteadyFast system? I want to add stabilizers to my camper next year but can't decide on the strong arm or steadyfast. The steadyfast looks less complicated and easier to install as it only has three bars.
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Less bars equal less stabilization. Possibly?
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09-23-2016, 05:35 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by lawdog130
How do you like the SteadyFast system? I want to add stabilizers to my camper next year but can't decide on the strong arm or steadyfast. The steadyfast looks less complicated and easier to install as it only has three bars.
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There are a few different brands of stabilization bars, they all do the same thing, its a choice just like Chevrolet, Ford, or Dodge, everyone has different tastes and opinions and everyone will tell you the ones they got are the best. Bottom line is, get a set of stabilization bars, you will find that it is one of the best investments you can make on your trailer.
I chose the BAL Lock Arms simply because I could buy two at a time and see how well they work. I found out they work very well and ended up buying more so actually didn't save any money. If you are trying to save money, get one set of two BAL Lock Arms, otherwise, they are all comparably the same cost (per bar) and do the same thing.
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09-23-2016, 05:48 AM
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Here's mine. Very easy to install, easy to use, just have to remember to make sure the locking bolts are loose before raising or lowering the stabilizer jacks. I'm going to add a T-Handle type bolt to make it easier to lock and unlock.
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