jpcoll01 Posted February 16, 2018 Report Share Posted February 16, 2018 I have a Gulfstream B Touring with hydraulic levelers. My problem is that they seem to not be long enough. I have to stack several 2x10’s under the feet. This isn’t a big deal when I’m staying a few days but sometimes I just want to drop the jacks and put the slides out. Wondering if everyone else has he same experience or if there is a solution (was thinking about maybe attaching something to the bottom of the pads?) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark and Dale Bruss Posted February 16, 2018 Report Share Posted February 16, 2018 Not long enough? I can raise my Travel Supreme trailer wheels 12" off the ground with the BigFoot jacks fully extended. Please click for Emails instead of PM Mark & DaleJoey - 2016 Bounder 33C Tige - 2006 40' Travel SupremeSparky III - 2021 Mustang Mach-e, off the the Road since 2019 Useful HDT Truck, Trailer, and Full-timing Info atwww.dmbruss.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jpcoll01 Posted February 16, 2018 Author Report Share Posted February 16, 2018 That’s great info. Is there something that would stop them from coming out all the way? All of them? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SWharton Posted February 16, 2018 Report Share Posted February 16, 2018 Have you tried resetting the system and reestablishing level? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jpcoll01 Posted February 16, 2018 Author Report Share Posted February 16, 2018 That’s great info. Is there something that would stop them from coming out all the way? All of them? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirk W Posted February 16, 2018 Report Share Posted February 16, 2018 9 hours ago, jpcoll01 said: My problem is that they seem to not be long enough. I have to stack several 2x10’s under the feet. Is this the case for most locations or only when far out of level to start? I had Bigfoot levelers on our Ford F53 chassis class A motorhome and only on rare occasion did I need to do that to level but if you plan to lift the weight completely off of the suspension, then you would need extra blocks. On ours Ford said not to lift all weight from the suspension. Good travelin !...............KirkFull-time 11+ years...... Now seasonal travelers.Kirk & Pam's Great RV Adventure Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jpcoll01 Posted February 17, 2018 Author Report Share Posted February 17, 2018 15 hours ago, SWharton said: Have you tried resetting the system and reestablishing level? I have not. Will try to read up on that process. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rvrev2 Posted February 17, 2018 Report Share Posted February 17, 2018 Try some Andersen Jack Blocks. They are relatively new to the market, and may help with your problem. I just bought two for my rig. https://andersenhitches.com/Blog/2017/04/trailer-jack-blocks https://www.amazon.com/Andersen-Hitches-2-Pack-Trailer-Magnets/dp/B0754MYT4R/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1518894463&sr=8-1&keywords=andersen+jack+block 2002 NuWa HitchHiker II 31 FKTG, Onan Generator, HWH Levelling, RVFlexArmor roof 2005 Chevy Silverado 2500 Crew Cab, Long Bed, SRW, 8.1L B&W Companion Fifth Wheel Hitch Me and Mama and the fur-kid: Prince - chihuahua-pug mix Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fulltimer51 Posted February 18, 2018 Report Share Posted February 18, 2018 Three things come to mind: Are you keeping shafts clean and lubed? Are the tanks filled to the proper level? Get something (a straw?) to take some of the fluid out so you can see the color. Red is good. Pink/milky not so much. George2011 F350 6.7PSD CC 4X4 DRW Lariate2015 Mobile Suites 41 RSSB4 5th Wheel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jpcoll01 Posted February 26, 2018 Author Report Share Posted February 26, 2018 On 2/18/2018 at 10:40 AM, Fulltimer51 said: Three things come to mind: Are you keeping shafts clean and lubed? Are the tanks filled to the proper level? Get something (a straw?) to take some of the fluid out so you can see the color. Red is good. Pink/milky not so much. I do keep the shafts lubed with silicone spray. Unsure how to check tank level will have to figure that out. If anyone has any pointers on that I’d appreciate it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dewilso Posted February 27, 2018 Report Share Posted February 27, 2018 I’ve had BF jacks installed on 2 Class C MH in White Pigeon. I asked about lifting the rig clear of the ground and was told it was not a problem, either with capacity, or stroke. I believe I’d give the factory a call and verify that your jacks are installed at the proper height. Dave W. KE5GOH Stuck in the 70's --- In E. Texas Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fulltimer51 Posted February 27, 2018 Report Share Posted February 27, 2018 The tanks on my Lifestyle where made of plastic. After removing the black cover held in with velcro, I could see the level through the tanks. George2011 F350 6.7PSD CC 4X4 DRW Lariate2015 Mobile Suites 41 RSSB4 5th Wheel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigbillsd Posted February 27, 2018 Report Share Posted February 27, 2018 I made some blocks from 2x10 wood doubled up. I would just stack them up if the slope was big. I also made some 2" thick drive on blocks to keep the dual wheels from lifting off the ground some places as they are the only parking brakes on my coach. I ordered a 4 pack of quality plastics blocks http://amzn.to/2BUzvXk and received them yesterday to replace the wooden 2x10 ones that keep cracking in half. (even though I changed direction of the grain) I was wondering why the cost so much for a bit O Plastic. But I had read good things about these blocks and watched an rv geeks video where they were using them. I was amazed how heavy they are, I was assuming they would be lighter than my home made wooden ones, but i think they weigh more. I went to every local RV/Trailer supply in San Diego to buy them but no one had them. All I saw was really cheep looking stuff that I figure would break the first time used. We don't head out for a couple more weeks. They seem really well made, hopefully paying for quality works out, but time will tell. -Bill 2006 Tiffin Allegro Bus 40QDP Freightliner XCR, 400 hp Cummins Toad 2014 Chevy Equinox (DWM) Blog: http://cowlesmountain.com/Travels/ S&B San Diego Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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