Stabilizers "stick" when deploying and pop on retract

[larry2c]

Our 210RBXL has the "power pack" option which consisted of power stabilizers and tongue jack. Since the TT was new the stabilizers seem to "stick" up inside the channel on one side or the other until the opposite side makes contact with the ground. I get how they work so this makes sense to some degree but the way the 2nd foot finally pops out of position after the 1st foot touches down seems a bit extreme. Also, when you retract the stabilizers (especially the front passenger side one) seems to really snap up into the outer channel at the very end.

Are our stabilizers poorly adjusted or is this just how they work/behave? If they should be smoother, are there any tips on adjusting them to deploy & retract more smoothly?

[SeaDog]

I would check the mounting points to ensure enough bolts/attachments were used. It sounds like the channels are twisting from the torque of the motor. Also lube the worm gear see if that helps the operation. let the forum know what you find/correct

[5picker]

Maybe don't run them so tight up against the frame when retracting?

[youroo]

All the above by Seadog plus check the "Sticking Side" U channels for a Bent/Dented location on the Main Beam or Arms! Youroo!!

[FleckDreher]

I agree with SeaDog.

[Murbella7]

Originally Posted by larry2c

Our 210RBXL has the "power pack" option which consisted of power stabilizers and tongue jack. Since the TT was new the stabilizers seem to "stick" up inside the channel on one side or the other until the opposite side makes contact with the ground. I get how they work so this makes sense to some degree but the way the 2nd foot finally pops out of position after the 1st foot touches down seems a bit extreme. Also, when you retract the stabilizers (especially the front passenger side one) seems to really snap up into the outer channel at the very end.

Are our stabilizers poorly adjusted or is this just how they work/behave? If they should be smoother, are there any tips on adjusting them to deploy & retract more smoothly?

If your stabilisers are of the screw type, each side will wind differently. When one stops the other will catch up. Providing it is not catching on anything or is a lube issue, don't be concerned.

[larry2c]

I have lubed the screws and the pivot points and that didn't seem to make a difference. I'll take a look at the mounting points and see if that reveals anything.

Thanks all!