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09-14-2011, 05:49 PM
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Join Date: Jul 2011
Location: New England
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power tongue lift.
Just installed barker 3000VIP on camper . <20 minutes after it was delivered I was lifting my 680 pound tongue with the push of a button.
I think even DW could do it.
This device may add a couple more trips a year due to lack of soar back.
Most reviews were 5 stars , anyone have any maintenance tips?
I am trying to figure out a cover for it, more for security than weather protection. I can picture some little kid lifting my camper 18" ...
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Rich + Lori -2006 salem 27BHSS/2004 Avalanche
4:10 rearend - Roxy the puppy when allowed.
41 Days camped in 2011 and counting. 
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09-14-2011, 08:36 PM
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Join Date: Jul 2010
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You could add a battery disconnect to the wire. This would disable the jack when not in use. I put a pail over the top of mine. I use the chains to hold it in place I also store the 7 pin connector under the pail.
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Terry and Janet
2008 3001W Windjammer
2007 Ford F150
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09-14-2011, 08:43 PM
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Location: New England
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cover
Thanks -A disconnect is a real good idea.
DW is gonna sew up a cover from an old raincoat.
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Rich + Lori -2006 salem 27BHSS/2004 Avalanche
4:10 rearend - Roxy the puppy when allowed.
41 Days camped in 2011 and counting.
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09-14-2011, 08:46 PM
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(Kim)
Join Date: Mar 2011
Location: Windsor, Ontario
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I have Husky brand power jack and I noticed that it works even when I have it switched off......???
I did not know you could add a disconnect to the jack, but it seems like a good idea.
I was talking to someone on my driveway the other day, and idk why, but they were touching the jack switch, raising and lowering the tongue......and that was an adult, not a kid 
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2010 Dodge Ram 1500
2012 Rockwood 2306
Kim
DH (Alan), DD (Madison) and Zoey the lab,
26 days booked for 2012 so far.......
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09-15-2011, 05:28 AM
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Join Date: Jul 2011
Location: New England
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Kinda want to smack some people ...
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Rich + Lori -2006 salem 27BHSS/2004 Avalanche
4:10 rearend - Roxy the puppy when allowed.
41 Days camped in 2011 and counting.
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09-15-2011, 05:56 AM
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Join Date: Jan 2011
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Not sure this direct advice for the VIP3000 but I got one earlier this year as well and love it. Only problems I have had is when the battery is somewhat low it gives me problems only moves an inch or so at a time. I just leave the truck running for 2-3 mins while plugged in or leave it connected to shore power while hitching and works fine.
Currently having issues with battery charging while connected to shore power but waiting til I take the tt in to get the annual roof cleaning to have them look at it. Charges fine while towing and i only have weekend trips planned for the remainder of the year so I can keep it charged while traveling to and from
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09-15-2011, 10:56 AM
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Location: New England
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power
Great tip to use the tow rig for power.
This must shurly beat using the auxillary manual handle.
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Rich + Lori -2006 salem 27BHSS/2004 Avalanche
4:10 rearend - Roxy the puppy when allowed.
41 Days camped in 2011 and counting.
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09-15-2011, 04:59 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Jun 2010
Location: South Louisiana
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I place a white plastic bucket over our lift. Keeps the water and sun off, but doesn't build condensation. I was concerned that if I covered it to tight that condensation would accumulate inside the housing causing corrosion.
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2011 Flagstaff 26RLS
2000 GMC Sierra 1500
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09-15-2011, 06:07 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Jul 2011
Location: New England
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Gortex cover anyone? $$$
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Rich + Lori -2006 salem 27BHSS/2004 Avalanche
4:10 rearend - Roxy the puppy when allowed.
41 Days camped in 2011 and counting.
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09-25-2011, 05:52 PM
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Junior Member
Join Date: Sep 2011
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Love the power jack
I see people cranking and cranking and my back says thank you God for the power jack. Best thing since sliced bread!
Micro Lite 2011 Flagstaff
20 days camped so far this year! 
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