Options for raising and lowering the stabilizers other than the manual wrench

Kr@cken

Hi there all you wise and knowing T@Bber’s.Has anyone out there found a way to use an impact driver to help raise  and lower the stabilizers on a 2020 T@B 320 BD. I have a healing torn rotator cuff and this up and down with the one metal handle is taking a toll on my recovery. I can’t find anything that works on that metal bolt with the two small teeth that is on the trailer. I can get socket that is close but it spins a bit and I don’t want to wear those little “teeth” down. I thought NuCamp might have an adapter but no luck going through my dealer. Any work well for you?

Marceline

If it’s the same as the stabilizers on the 320: 
Ultra-Fab Products 48-979071 Ultra T-Slot Drill Attachment for Scissor Jack https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00Q6ISG4M/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_eT7sFbWJSHVCH

Kr@cken

Thank you. That is exactly what I was looking for just using the wrong description while shopping. Do you use an extender?

VictoriaP

Seconding Marceline’s recommendation for using a drill and socket (I use a different one, no longer made). The one she recommended should work on your 2020. Just be aware that you’ll need to go slow, and lube the screw mechanism of the jack once in a while to keep things running smoothly.

Kr@cken

Thank you for the advice. Lube with WD40?

ScottG

Lots of people use battery powered drills. However, an impact driver--if that is what you really meant-- is something else and I would definitely NOT use one of those!

Kr@cken

Thanks Scott. I mentioned that because someone else had recommended it on another site. I have a drill also. Is that what you would recommend?

Horigan

A regular drill is fine.  For lubricant, I would use spray lithium grease/lubricant.  WD-40 is not really a lubricant, but more a water displacer, hence the WD.

VictoriaP

Kr@cken said:

Thank you. That is exactly what I was looking for just using the wrong description while shopping. Do you use an extender?

Regular drill, and again, go slower rather than faster. I would expect an extender is a matter of personal preference and/or any physical limitations you may have around bending to reach the jacks. A longer attachment may be easier for some folks.

Kr@cken

Great. I’ll get some spray lithium grease. Really appreciate the advice.

ScottG

Kr@cken said:

Thanks Scott. I mentioned that because someone else had recommended it on another site. I have a drill also. Is that what you would recommend?

Now that I think about, and impact driver would probably be okay, though I'd go with a regular drill if one was available.

I was thinking more of impact wrenches and hammer drills--different (and more aggressive) tools that will probably rip or knock your stabilizers clean off!

Too many similar looking tools with similar names for me to keep straight!  :-)

Sharon_is_SAM

@Kr@cken - just use a cordless drill with a lithium battery.  Be careful to go slower as Victoria recommended as the feedback can hurt your wrist.

BogieMeister

I use a 3/4"deepwell socket. To modify it I used a thin grinding wheel to cut the needed notches. A hex to 3/8" adapter in a battery operated drill allows me to use any length extension I find necessary.

BrianZ

Use a drill/driver that offers a clutch setting, & set it on a low drill setting so it gives up whenever it meets a little resistance.  I once had mine set on drill instead of driver with clutch & ran it fast, so when it got to the end, instead of stopping, the drill then spun in my hand & sprained my wrist.  Be careful!

DanManz

On our 400, I use a 3/4" socket with a 12" socket extension followed by a universal joint and another 12" extension.  All that goes into an adaptor for my 20V Porter Cable driver.  I lube the stabilizer threads with Fluid Film (which I swear by as the best all purpose light lubricant and rust proofing ever made) every couple of times we go camping.  Really easy and I can raise or lower all four stabilizers in about 90 seconds.  The only downside is that the driver is incredibly noisy so I try not to use it in the early morning or late evening if we are near anyone else's campsite.

Kr@cken

Thank you thank you all for your great advice 

GatorEgg

The title of this thread gives me concern.  The stabilizers are only for stabilizing.  No lifting of trailer.  Many will argue.  It’s in the T@b manual, no lifting.

Kr@cken

Sorry if the post was confusing. I only use the stabilizers as recommended. They are stabilizing only. I was just referring to lifting (raising) them when traveling and dropping them at camp. I have a torn rotator cuff and the rotation on the hand crank is bit difficult so I was looking for options.

(I changed the title for you - Sharon.)

Homebodyatheart

I use my cordless drill. Silicone spray is my go to lubricant of choice, and use it regularly on all sorts of Tab stuff. 

jkjenn

For the 2021 T@b 320, you need a 3/4" heck socket attachment.

ChanW

I did as @BogieMeister did, with the slot cut in the socket.
Additionally I put a "swivel" adapter on my extension (a semi universal joint). It allows the socket just a little wobble. It's easier to control than a full universal joint.
Like this:

There's one designed for your drill driver here at Home Despot:
https://www.homedepot.com/p/Makita-Impact-GOLD-3-8-in-15-Degree-Tilt-Socket-Adapter-B-35075/203696899

Kr@cken

Thanks for all the help.

GatorEgg

https://www.campingworld.com/eaz-lift-slotted-jack-drive-118172.html?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIqe3o4qfi6wIVip6zCh0RQwuwEAQYAiABEgK4GfD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds

with your favorite battery drill.