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Old 11-09-2015, 11:46 AM   #21
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Old 11-15-2015, 06:08 PM   #22
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Also we found that if you put extra blocks under stab jacks so you only extend them half way or less also helps.
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Old 11-15-2015, 06:24 PM   #23
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If we keep our Rockwood I am going to add the centre set of jacks like OC has done. I have JT's but the centre jacks would help even more taking the bounce out.
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Old 11-16-2015, 06:27 AM   #24
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Thanks for the information. I have purchased the X-Chocks and will have some extra big blocks cut at the lumber yard and will possibly give it a try the first of January. If that doesn't work, I will try a set of scissor jacks mounted in the middle of the frame. Forest River sent me a reply that said this was not a problem that they knew of. After reading that, I figured they were going to be of little help.
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Old 11-16-2015, 08:33 AM   #25
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I just bought a new camper just like yours and have found that I have the same bounce problem too. What steps did you take to solve the problem and was it a success?
Lighten Up here, you came in at Post #17 and said (Just like Yours) after many Members with Other TT and 5th wheels had replied to the OP! Now here is a V-Lite like yours who attempted to Fix the Issue that F/R? says they are (Unaware Of)! The Pics.dont show all the (13) jacks this person used! PS They still Had Bounce & Movement! Youroo!!
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Old 11-16-2015, 08:53 AM   #26
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More Pics. Youroo!! PS after using the (13) Jacks it Still Leaned when He used the entrance Steps! He didnt think he needed support under the Steps! PS Notice the Big Wood Blocks under the Elect.Stab Jacks,that didnt Help either!
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Old 12-09-2015, 10:27 AM   #27
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I bought the stabilizers from CW for the kitchen slide on my IKWS. Also bought one X Chock. I will be taking the stabilizers back to CW after learning they are not necessary and can cause damage to the slide. The one X Chock seemed to help so I will get another one for the other side. I just hope CW takes those stabilizers back with no problem. [emoji41]


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Old 12-10-2015, 06:26 AM   #28
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I have installed two extra scissor jacks just in front of the wheels one on both sides. This makes them just about in between the front and rear electric jacks. I also have purchased the X-chocks that go in between the tires. I have not tried these yet to see if they help, but should know something before Christmas. I don't see how a jack under each slide out would help and don't plan on trying that. Anyway, hope you find the solution. I will try and post back if I do!
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Old 12-10-2015, 08:43 AM   #29
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Tried several things on my rockwood fiver. Got the most result from xchocks.
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Old 12-10-2015, 09:41 AM   #30
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Short of installing one of the cross bracing frame mounted systems like JT Strong Arms, the center stabilizers and x-chocks are what most are doing to correct movement.

I have center stabs and x-chocks in both sides and I'm pretty satisfied with mine.
If I full timed, I would likely go with a frame system like JT's.
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Old 12-10-2015, 02:21 PM   #31
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Tried several things on my rockwood fiver. Got the most result from xchocks.

X-chocks all the way. Also, noticed a difference how the trailer was loaded can change the amount of bounce. I lightened our trailer by removing some the non needed weight we were taking on each trip. Kids have a way of bringing stuff that should just be left home. I also removed some stuff I kept in the unit as spare or contingency junk....There will always be some bounce unless you make it a non-movable trailer.
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Old 12-12-2015, 07:53 PM   #32
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On these light trailers you will generally have some so movement. But I totally agree with the X-Chocks I al so use a couple medium sized bottle jacks and put them between the wheels. A lot of the bounce you feel is actually from the radial tires. I also recommend some flagging tape that you can to to you X-Chocks that will connect o the jacks to remind you to take them out before you pull away. Not likely to hurt any thing but it sucks to leave them behind. I have found a few in camp grounds.
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