What is a flip jack?
It is the only jack foot that is completely automatic; the Flip extends down and locks into place when jack is extended, then tucks up under the trailer frame when towing. It easily removes for low clearance situations, and fits virtually every bumper-pull trailer: horse, travel, cargo, RV, ATV, and flat bed.
What kind of jack do I need for a trailer?
The required weight capacity of tongue jack is determined by calculating the tongue weight of your trailer. The rule of thumb for a boat trailer is 7-10% of the weight of your fully loaded trailer. If you have a 6000lb loaded trailer, using 10% as an example, you would require a tongue jack with a capacity of 600lbs.
What is the jack on a trailer called?
Hitch jacks, also known as trailer jacks or tongue jacks, are used to raise and stabilize a trailer so it can be attached to the towing vehicle. It’s one of many hitch accessories used to make the process of towing a little easier.
How does a tongue jack work?
It uses 12-volt DC electrical power, usually from the trailer’s onboard battery, to electrically extend or retract the trailer leg. You raise or lower the front of the trailer for a couple of reasons. To hitch and unhitch the trailer from the vehicle towing it. And also to level the trailer front to rear.
How big of a jack do I need for a travel trailer?
1 ton of jack lifts 2,000 pounds weight. Keeping in mind a 10,000 pounds RV, it’s safe to say that you should have a jack of 5 tons and more. For safe operations, you can also pick a jack with more weight capacity, like 6 tons.
What is a flip Jack foot?
The Fastway® FLIP™ jack foot extends your trailer jack by up to six inches, and saves you up to 48 cranks both up and down. The FLIP has two times more contact surface area than other jack feet, providing more stability for your trailer. The Flip installs in seconds, with no tools needed for most applications, and fits
How do you use a Jack foot on a trailer?
It is the only jack foot that is completely automatic; the Flip extends down and locks into place when jack is extended, then tucks up under the trailer frame when towing. It easily removes for low clearance situations, and fits virtually every bumper-pull trailer: horse, travel, cargo, RV, ATV, and flat bed.
What kind of trailer jack does Harbor Freight use?
A-Frame Trailer Jack Raise or lower trailers with a trailer jack from Harbor Freight. Smooth and easy to operate. Up to 10,000 lb. lift capacity.
What kind of trailer will the 6 inch flip work on?
The 6″ Flip works best on trailers with taller decks like over the axle flat bed trailers, enclosed cargo trailers, ATV/snowmobile V-nose trailers and newer RV travel trailers. All website orders over $45.00 qualify for free shipping in the contiguous United States.