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campin ken

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Posted: 07/12/08 07:39am Link  |  Quote  |  Print  |  Notify Moderator

I was wondering if there is any harm in always using the hydraulic jacks on my MH while in storage? I have a downward pitch to my driveway and the MH get dirty water streaks over the front of unit if not level.

Will I run into any problems if doing this? Is it better to have them retracted and not under any load?

Thanks for your help.

Ken


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Posted: 07/12/08 08:44am Link  |  Quote  |  Print  |  Notify Moderator

It is recommended by tire folks.. I do it, There is but one problem I can see (depending on where you park) and that is rust on the jack pistons, An occasional dose of the proper treatment will prevent that (Read owner's manual for jacks)

Biggest danger if they are hydraulic is a ruptured hose.. And better you find that in storage than when camping. This danger is NOT increased by using jacks in storage


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Posted: 07/12/08 10:23am Link  |  Quote  |  Print  |  Notify Moderator

I also extend the jacks in storage. Have done so for about seven years without a problem. Like wa8yxm I spray and wipe the pistons once in a while.

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Thanks folks!

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