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Old 05-06-2013, 05:48 PM   #1
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We be rockin' in the Jammer

OK...Our third trip in our 3008w. How do I keep this thing from rocking??? Especially bad when going in or out. The power stabilizer jacks are as tight as I can get. But..they pivot and flex horribly. Even an adult walking to the bathroom..it be a rockin'... if you are in the kitchen, it be rockin'...Go anywhere and it rocks and rolls. What should I do?
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Old 05-06-2013, 06:05 PM   #2
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Do you have the wheels chocked? It shouldn't roll. Also, we have noticed lighter models move more. They make a small stabilizer stand to support the step outside which would help entering and exiting.
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Old 05-06-2013, 06:06 PM   #3
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We use an extra set of jacks beside the rear wheels. Also I have made a set of chocks to go between the front and back tires. I cannot stop it 100% but would say that it is 95% better.
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Old 05-06-2013, 06:15 PM   #4
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I use bal x-chocks between the tires, and bought a set of 4 aluminum jack stands from camping world that I use just before and after the pair of axles (on both sides of trailer). Looking from the front of trailer, we have the front stabilizers, then a jack stand, then the first axle, the second axle, a jack stand, and then the rear stabilizers. this stabilizes the trailer very well, as it takes most all of the bounce out of the tires/axle suspension. We have a V-lite 30WRKSS. Hope this helps.
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Old 05-07-2013, 01:27 PM   #5
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Thanks all. I do use wheel chocks as well as Bal x-chock. Will try some jack stands on our next trip. Windy here in Panama City Beach. A cool 72*. I thought Florida was to be hot in May. Lovin' every minute of it.
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Old 05-07-2013, 02:25 PM   #6
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Also a perfect candidate for stabilizer bars.

http://www.pplmotorhomes.com/parts/r...stabilizer.htm


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Old 05-07-2013, 02:55 PM   #7
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I believe the jack stands by the wheels as BradinOhio mentioned will be your best bet as the rubber suspension is very compliant and that with the light weight frame on these units with their 34ft length causes alot of flex in the mid section. I don't think the stabilizers would have much effect on these units.
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Old 05-07-2013, 06:16 PM   #8
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I'm loving the weather here in Fl as well. It will be sweltering soon enough!
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