Power Jack??

[rapa123]

Hi, I am looking for a power jack with at least a 2000k rating for my boat trailer. It needs to be a side mount and preferably a swivel type mount. I currently have a manual swivel jack. I can't find anyone that manufacture's a side swivel mount power jack that is rated at 2000k or more. I know Atwood makes a marine power jack, but it's only rated at 1000k. I'm looking for someone that either sells one or can make one up for my application. Your help would be most appreciated. Thank you, Ray

 

[Bondo]

Re: Power Jack??

I Truely Doubt you're going to find an electric Jack for a 20,000lb. trailer.....

Just how Big is your boat anyways,..??

 

[imported_skraps]

Re: Power Jack??

He said 2000 pound jack not 20,000.

 

[Bondo]

Re: Power Jack??

Ayuh,......

And at the normal 10% tongue weight,.....
I believe it would come out to a 20,000lb Trailer.......

 

[JB]

Re: Power Jack??

Tell us about your boat/trailer, rapa.

If your boat/trailer is properly rigged the weight on the tongue should be 7-10% of the total weight.

Even if your rig weighs 10,000lb. that would mean about 700 to 1,000lb. on the tongue. The 1,000lb. Atwood jack would handle that.

BTW, what does the "k" mean? Kilograms?? Pounds are usually noted "lb." or "#".

 

[rapa123]

Re: Power Jack??

Hi, Yes I need one rated around 2,000k. The k stands for thousand. My tongue weight is around 650 pounds, but the tongue of the trailer is a swing away at about 5' 6" and the jack is about another 20" beyond that. Yes,possibly a 1,000 rated jack might work, but with some stress. I firmly believe in going a little overboard relieving any stress. Do it right the first time is my motto. Thanks, Ray

 

[Wide Open]

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2,000k = 2 million so I doubt you will find a jack to accommodate those needs
OK, seriously...I am not aware of a power jack that folds up when not in use. What about fabricating a swivel bracket for one of the 2k pound power units available? Or, if you are made of money you could use two of the jacks to reach your desired capacity.

 

[Hashi]

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He means 2k and the 1,000 lbs. jack is more than sufficient for his needs.

 

[JB]

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It is a capital "K" that indicates to multiply the number by a thousand, rapa.

2,000 pounds would be 2Klb., not 2,000k.

Again, tell us about your boat/trailer. Weigh the tongue at the point you want to install this superjack and tell us that weight.

 

[rapa123]

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I'll tell you what, since everyone is sooooo stuck on my use of "k" JUST FORGET ABOUT THIS POST. Ray

 

[kcole683]

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A little bit sensitive are we??

You must have a little bit of a sense of humor and a thicker skin sometimes around here. Everyone gets cabin fever this time of year.

I doubt very seriously if you need anything over a 1000 pound jack. Remember you are not lifting you are pivoting on the trailer axles.

 

[External Combustion]

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Running a Four Winns 244, I can easily see the tounge load being greater than 1200 pounds with a full load of fuel and goodies aboard and a 15% tounge weight. Remember we don't build bridges to accomodate the average loading, but the maximum. I am also very conservative when it comes to loading.

That said I have not found a marine power jack that is rated for more than 1000 pounds also.

You may have to stick with a manual jack. Have you tried two speed jacks?

You might also try a drop leg jack rated for 5,000 to 7,000 pounds. They cost more, but they are easier to wind as the reduction is greater. They can be fitted for side swivel mounting at your local welding shop. Wash them and wipe them down when you get home and the marine rating is not needed.

I bought a 5,000 pound drop leg jack for a 3,500 pound compressor trailer a few years back because I was in a hurry and the jack was on sale. It was cheaper than the lighter replacment. It did not take me long to appreciate the ease of use of the heavier jack. All of my replacement jacks will now be drop leg and over rated.

 

[bjcsc]

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Wow...tough krowd...

 

[bjcsc]

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Check your PMs, Ray. I sent you a link to a site with several electric jacks with capacities ranging from 1500lbs to 4000lbs...

 

[Bondo]

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Wow...tough krowd...

Ayuh,...... JB,... You ought to be Ashamed of yourself,.......

 

[JB]

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Oh, I am so ashamed.

Just trying to get enough correct info to help solve the problem.:redface:

 

[rapa123]

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Hi everyone,
First, I apologize about the whining. Secondly, I truly appreciate this forum and the people in it. This forum has been of great value to me many, many times over.
I called Atwood in regards to welding a swivel on one of their power jacks. I also told them that I realized that it would void any warranty. This was their response;
"A swivel cannot be welded on our power jacks due to the metal not being strong enough. They also stated that the heat would distort the metal in which it may ruin the jack."
Personally, I find this hard to believe, but it may be true. I also got the feeling that they don't want anyone modifying their jacks.
The response that External Combustion gave a couple replies back may be the answer.
Kcole683 also has a good point, the trailer pivots on the axles. This is where most of the weight is.
Also, thank you Bjcsc for the link.
It sure would be nice if Atwood, Barker or one of the major jack companies would make a swivel side mount with a rating of at least 1500 pounds. With the jack being close to 7' away from the tongue, it's got to be heavier than 650 pounds at the jack.
As for using the letter "k" What k, I never heard of the word k. "Not in my vocabulary"
Thanks again you guys, Ray