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Electric trailer jack

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September 20, 2020, 08:39 AM
Cmichael
Electric trailer jack
I'm looking to replace the electric trailer jack I have. My trailer is a 32ft Classic. Any recommendations? Thanks Cody


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Autometer
September 20, 2020, 08:44 AM
1320racer
I've used Barker's made in America, Deluxe Hi Power 3500 on my former 26' Classic for many years without issue...

https://www.barkermfg.com/hi-power-3500.html

went through three of them in 13 years.

that said, it pales in comparison to the Equalizer Hydraulic jack on my Intech 34 foot trailer
September 20, 2020, 09:04 AM
Alaskaracer
I've got a cheapo Harbor Freight on my 32' V-nose now. It works ok, does the job. It's a little slow and does seem to struggle a bit when the trailer is loaded, but has yet to fail. That being said, I'm going to switch to the same one Ed is using now, the Equalizer over the winter. I put the harbor freight on it because the manual jack the trailer came with literally broke while using it and it was a bolt in....but I'm also tired of it taking forever to raise the nose of my trailer and I do think it's starting to call it quits....


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September 20, 2020, 09:05 AM
Quick Dawg
^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^ If you want to save some money ask them about their reconditioned units. Good as new.
September 20, 2020, 09:14 AM
1320racer
only a clueless broke dyck would buy reconditioned chinese junk
September 20, 2020, 10:57 AM
Quick Dawg
Ed - I meant reconditioned Barker. Mark's post happened to beat mine... You are the worlds biggest dumb ass.
September 20, 2020, 10:59 AM
Eman
I've got a Barker, came with the trailer. It's old and well used as is my trailer. I had a rear flat on my truck and the jack on my trailer about lifted the rear wheels of the truck off of the ground to change it.
September 20, 2020, 11:16 AM
Curly1
Mine is the Husky 4500 I bought on Ebay for about $225 IIRC and it works great. I have a lot (Too Much!) tongue weight and it has been flawless.


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September 20, 2020, 11:34 AM
1320racer
husky is chinese JUNK!
September 20, 2020, 11:48 AM
TonyB6255
If you or anyone else on here wants to step beyond the electric jack. Try this hydraulic jack that bolts in the same location as a normal jack. I put one on my 32 foot trailer and would never go back to a electric jack. Fast,powerful and sturdy.

https://www.shop.thebigfootlev...-lb-QT16-QT8K-16.htm
September 20, 2020, 11:50 AM
1320racer
more chinese junk tony and the money goes here

https://www.foxnews.com/world/...ry-to-kill-americans
September 20, 2020, 11:54 AM
TonyB6255
quote:
Originally posted by 1320racer:
more chinese junk tony and the money goes here

As far as I know they are manufactured in Michigan. I honestly did not research them beyond what I was told and it states on their website USA made products..

https://www.foxnews.com/world/...ry-to-kill-americans

September 20, 2020, 11:57 AM
1320racer
they are not Tony.. Matter of fact, IIRC, this jack came up here years ago and I prove then they were chinese.

the box/packaging or lack there of screams chinese too.

Here's an unhappy customer

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q9PemNDVQd0
September 20, 2020, 12:04 PM
TonyB6255
quote:
Originally posted by 1320racer:
they are not Tony.. Matter of fact, IIRC, this jack came up here years ago and I prove then they were chinese.



Great! This pisses me off when a company says they are made in USA only to find out they are not. I even asked them on the phone when I was talking to them about wiring. Like I stated though, I did not research beyond that...

September 20, 2020, 12:06 PM
1320racer
at least you asked and try to do the right thing.
September 20, 2020, 05:37 PM
Curly1
I have had several trailer jacks and like I said the Husky 4500 has worked very good for me and I have a LOT of tongue weight.

I am speaking from personal experience it has been a good one.

You buy what ever you want but as for me I would not hesitate to buy another Husky 4500.


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Before you argue with someone ask yourself, "Is this person mentally mature enough to grasp the concept of a different perspective?" If not there is no point to argue.

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September 20, 2020, 09:27 PM
Cmichael
My jack is 12 years old. I'm assuming it's a Barker because it looks identical to the one in the link. I will price the hyd. unit but I'm sure its going to be more than I want to spend . Thanks for the help.


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September 21, 2020, 10:24 AM
Cashflow
Gotta go with Ed on this one. The hydraulics are the cat's a-z-z.


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September 21, 2020, 03:59 PM
imakehp
Dave, it is American made. Every unit is made right here at our facility. So let me know if you have any more questions.
Thanks Larry
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September 21, 2020, 04:15 PM
TD3550
^^^^ Good to know. In case i need help with my 44'
Classic Legs.