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RE: 5th Wheel Tripod Stabalizers?
They will add a 'little' bit of stabilization......but it's subjective.
You still will have 'bounce' because the rig is sitting on tires/suspension.
Front to aft movement.......wheel chocks and stabilizers like JT Strong Arms or SteadyFast take the movement out.
'Bounce'......set of trailer jacks fore and aft of wheels both sides.
It's all a matter of how much 'movement' you want to eliminate.
I got rid of the king pin stabilizer as I didn't receive a high enough benefit vs cost and lugging around.
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Old-Biscuit
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05/01/12 01:54pm |
Fifth-Wheels
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RE: 5th Wheel Tripod Stabalizers?
I was not happy with the tripod. I installed the Steadyfast system and use X chocks. As stated above "Happy wife, happy life".
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overthehillbill
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05/01/12 12:37pm |
Fifth-Wheels
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RE: Anyone use the Steady Fast system for their TT?
The system is so good that manufacturers should start offering SteadyFast as an option on new units. Dealers that don't push these units are losing a great opportunity.
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tbrowne
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04/22/12 07:16am |
Travel Trailers
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RE: JT Strongarm question
Might want to check this one out.
http://www.steadyfast.com/Purchase.html
I did and it appears to be a simpler system. It works as advertised on my Cedar Creek. Just my .02.
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overthehillbill
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04/18/12 08:33pm |
Fifth-Wheels
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RE: JT Strongarm question
Might want to check this one out.
http://www.steadyfast.com/Purchase.html
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dezolen
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04/18/12 08:02pm |
Fifth-Wheels
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RE: What stabilizers to buy?
We use the SteadyFast and between the stabilizers and a pair of jack stands under the frame right in front of the front axle the trailer is as solid as if it were on a foundation! The jack stands take out the mid frame up and down flex. This setup eliminated the need for X chocks as well.
Steve
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57 Panhead
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04/14/12 05:55pm |
Fifth-Wheels
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RE: What stabilizers to buy?
Steadyfast for me. As previously mentioned, great customer service if you have any questions. I've had them about 2 years. Install was about 3 hours in the back yard with my 20-year-old son's help. Takes about 45 seconds (total) to set them into place during setup at campground.
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Luvs2Camp
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04/14/12 04:16pm |
Fifth-Wheels
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RE: What stabilizers to buy?
Basically all use same principle.......opposing tension.
I looked into installing a set of JT's.......but due to front frame design on my 5'vr I would have to fab/install a center beam for the center mount point.
So I have been looking into the Steadyfast set.......only three bars (vs 6 on JT)
One across from from leg to leg and one from from leg towards back then one across rear........therefore only 3 bars to tighten and should have same results.
Both cost about the same.........
Hopefully some one with Steadyfast will post
Tried a kingpin tripod....but didn't see enough of a difference to justify hauling one around so I returned it.
I like simple..easy to use......and permanently installed.
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Old-Biscuit
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04/14/12 01:03pm |
Fifth-Wheels
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RE: What stabilizers to buy?
Just put on Steadyfast on my 5er today. Work well, made in the US and great customer service. JTs was my secong chice.
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greende
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04/14/12 12:57pm |
Fifth-Wheels
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RE: stabilizers for 35 foot fifth wheel
X 3 One more vote for steadyfast very steady and their customer service. Plus Paul is a very nice guy to do business with. Won't leave home without them!!
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john b
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04/05/12 11:07am |
Fifth-Wheels
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RE: stabilizers for 35 foot fifth wheel
I vote for Steadyfast. They are rock solid. Only 3 easy to get to LARGE wing nuts to turn. Much easier then the others to tighten and loosen.
B
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huntram
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04/05/12 10:56am |
Fifth-Wheels
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RE: stabilizers for 35 foot fifth wheel
Vote for Steadyfast here. Simple, less moving parts,good customer support, and made in America.
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greende
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04/04/12 03:50am |
Fifth-Wheels
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RE: stabilizers for 35 foot fifth wheel
Vote for Steadyfast here. Simple, less moving parts,good customer support, and made in America.
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greende
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04/04/12 03:49am |
Fifth-Wheels
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RE: stabilizers for 35 foot fifth wheel
Steadyfast...works great, very well built, great support, easy to install and only 3 knobs to tighten or loosen. Easier to use. Very happy with mine. Folks also love their JT's, I'm just lazy 3 vs 6 knobs to tighten/loosen.
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BrokenElbow
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04/03/12 09:11pm |
Fifth-Wheels
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RE: stabilizers for 35 foot fifth wheel
We have SteadyFast and love them. Easy to install and easy to set.
Steve
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57 Panhead
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04/03/12 09:08pm |
Fifth-Wheels
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RE: stabilizers for 35 foot fifth wheel
We have steadyfast. less moving parts to lock. love them.
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tsetsaf
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04/03/12 07:48pm |
Fifth-Wheels
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RE: what is the best stabilizer to use
I had JT's on my Sandpiper and they worked very well. I ordered the Steadyfast for this new rig, but haven't had time to put them on. Was just looking to try something different.
Rev
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Reveye
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04/03/12 07:16pm |
Fifth-Wheels
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RE: what is the best stabilizer to use
We just ordered the Steady Fast system. Go here: http://www.steadyfast.com/?gclid=CJXJ3tGZma8CFQfqnAodujyhLw
It looks like a system that is easy to use; there is a video on that website. Another big reason for us was that it is manufactured here in the states. Companies who ship their jobs overseas and thus don't want to give Americans any jobs, but do want our money, are not the companies I patronize.
Good luck with whatever you decide.
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klr650goldwing
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04/03/12 11:31am |
Fifth-Wheels
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RE: Keystone Cougar 293SAB Deal Advice
My mother in law caught video of them as they were watching my husband drive it up to the house, pretty priceless.
Can't wait to load her up....
Any good sites or advice on mods to the camper? has anyone figured out how to make the bunks kid safe (ladder/railing)?
Thanks.
Steadyfast stabilizers are a good mod. I'm putting an extra set of scissors jacks on the back per steadyfast recommendations. Akso will put on a MorRyde pinbox. Love our 293SAB so far.
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greende
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04/02/12 07:20pm |
Fifth-Wheels
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RE: Has anyone put a TV in a 2012 293SAB master bedroom?
And it's my guess you found it. Thanks for the info, G. We picked up our new 293SAB on Saturday. Spent the better part of the weekend loading'er up. Shakedown trip this coming weekend (extended).
Cheers~!
Great news. We like ours so far. Am in the process of putting on Steadyfast slabilizers now.
I had ordered a set of those, but after camping a few times and using the tripod I discovered that it was extremely stable without them. YMMV
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Biggziff
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04/02/12 11:56am |
Fifth-Wheels
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