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07-24-2015, 11:14 AM
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5th wheel tri pod
Do most of you use the tri pod support for the front of your 5th wheel? The dealer recommended one, but we decided to wait and see what others are doing.
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07-24-2015, 11:17 AM
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Join Date: Nov 2013
Location: Whereever our Berkshire is Parked!
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It's "OK"
A better solution is to have the dealer install a set of Lippert JT Strongarms. They are more costly but the stability they offer is amazing!
http://lci1.com/jt-strong-arm
JT's and a set of X-Chocks and the only way you can get a more stable coach would be to install a hydraulic leveling system (for several thousand dollars)
http://www.amazon.com/X-Chock-Wheel-.../dp/B002XLHUQG
(you need 2 - one for each side of your rig)
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07-25-2015, 08:24 PM
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I run both, my garage built JT strong arms and the tripod, nice and stable while the kids run around 
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07-25-2015, 08:41 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Jan 2015
Location: Kansas
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I used to haul around that boat anchor of a tripod until I installed JT's. Waaayyyyy better stabilization and don't have to horse around with the tripod anymore. JT's are more expensive, but easy to install and not having to lug around the tripod ... priceless.
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07-25-2015, 09:09 PM
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Join Date: Mar 2014
Location: Grayson County, Texas
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Mark and Kelly
Do most of you use the tri pod support for the front of your 5th wheel? The dealer recommended one, but we decided to wait and see what others are doing.
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I would guess most of us DON'T use a kingpin tripod. I use JT's Strong Arm stabilizers.
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07-26-2015, 06:29 AM
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Phat Phrog Stunt Team
Join Date: Aug 2011
Location: Iowa
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Bal stabilizers on the back, cargo lock bars/ strong arms on the front.
No king pin support boat anchor for me.
TURBS
08 duramax tuned n modded
2011 32bhok Sabre
2015 camping "15 nights"
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07-26-2015, 06:34 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by TURBS
Bal stabilizers on the back, cargo lock bars/ strong arms on the front.
No king pin support boat anchor for me.
TURBS
08 duramax tuned n modded
2011 32bhok Sabre
2015 camping "15 nights"
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X2!!
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| 2017 Berkshire XLT 43A with Ultrasteer Tag | Blue Ox Avail + KarGard II |
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07-26-2015, 07:37 AM
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Location: Durham, NC
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No, don't use either. I don't want to carry the king pin tripod and we do not think the movement in the RV is that noticeable. Of course it is just the two of us old folks who don't run around much😄
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07-26-2015, 11:41 AM
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Tripod definitely helps. I store in truck bed behind tailgate. Get a good one.
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07-26-2015, 02:18 PM
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Other discussions I've read, as well as our experience, have ultralight owners noticing the most stability improvement.
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07-26-2015, 02:23 PM
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Senior Member
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I would say if just 2 people then not needed, but with 4 kids moving around then it really helps among other things
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07-26-2015, 03:04 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Jul 2014
Location: Arkansas
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I use the tripod, & it does help. I agree with the other comments that is heavy, & don't use it for just an overnight stop. Wasn't aware of the JT's when I purchased the tripod, or probably would have went that route.
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07-26-2015, 03:46 PM
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Join Date: Sep 2013
Location: Owosso, MI
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JT Strongarms...no better way to go!!
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07-26-2015, 03:50 PM
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Join Date: Apr 2012
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Don't get a tripod, you will hate it. They are heavy, take a too long to set up and really don't help the back end. Instead of JT's, I have SteadyFast: 5th Wheel and RV Trailer Stabilizer. I am steady in 45 seconds. My neighbor and I installed mine in about an hour. WORKS GREAT! I love sitting around with a beer watching guys set up their tripods.
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07-26-2015, 04:51 PM
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Senior Member
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Location: Kentucky
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I hav 6 point leveling JT Strongarm with x-chock. No tripod used or needed
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07-26-2015, 08:55 PM
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Senior Member
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Location: Durham, NC
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We agree with not using the tripod. We mounted the Winfield Crossbraces, together with X-Chocks & are very happy with our fifth's stability. www.Winfieldrvproducts.com
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07-26-2015, 09:03 PM
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Member
Join Date: Apr 2015
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5r stabilizer
Quote:
Originally Posted by TURBS
Bal stabilizers on the back, cargo lock bars/ strong arms on the front.
No king pin support boat anchor for me.
TURBS
08 duramax tuned n modded
2011 32bhok Sabre
2015 camping "15 nights"
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Are these the cargo lock bars from harbor freight?
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07-27-2015, 07:42 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: May 2014
Location: Cincinnati, OH
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Wasted of money n my case
Bought a tripod when I had a 30' Sundance, no improvement. My Brookstone has a Trailair hitch which makes the tripod useless so it is now surplus. Wanted to sell it on Craigslist but they are down to $50 locally so I'm stuck unless I decide to give it away.
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07-27-2015, 07:47 AM
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Join Date: Oct 2012
Location: Hudson Valley Region of NY
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Long Leaf Piners
We agree with not using the tripod. We mounted the Winfield Crossbraces, together with X-Chocks & are very happy with our fifth's stability. www.Winfieldrvproducts.com |
X2. I do the same set up and very happy. Makes a huge difference in movement.
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07-27-2015, 08:12 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Jul 2011
Location: New York
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This is the best way to do it.
Quote:
Originally Posted by HSVBamaBob
It's "OK"
A better solution is to have the dealer install a set of Lippert JT Strongarms. They are more costly but the stability they offer is amazing!
JT's Strong Arm Jack Stabilizers
JT's and a set of X-Chocks and the only way you can get a more stable coach would be to install a hydraulic leveling system (for several thousand dollars)
http://www.amazon.com/X-Chock-Wheel-.../dp/B002XLHUQG
(you need 2 - one for each side of your rig) |
This is the best way to do it, I have a steel tripod if anyone would like it??
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