Stabilizer Crank Socket for Power Drill

Gdudesmom
Gdudesmom Member Posts: 2
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Cheers!
I am looking to utilize a battery operated power drill to crank the stabilizer pads.  Any suggestions for where to find the socket or how to make one as an attachment?  I found a previous post but nothing is attached.  Thank you!
Karen
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  • Michigan_Mike
    Michigan_Mike Member Posts: 2,858
    You can find additional information on this by using the search function in the right hand corner of the forum and for best results, try using single word searches and alter your search accordingly via the use of one word queries.  

    This will get you started:  http://www.tab-rv.com/forum#/discussion/comment/16537
    Mike - Elmira, Mi / 2019 T@B 400 / 2021 Chevy Silverado LTZ
  • kybob
    kybob Member Posts: 232
    I bought an Ultra Fab T Slot Adapter For Scissor Jacks from e trailer. $9.99. This is the type I needed for mine

    2018 Outback S, Silver/Black - 2015 Silver Honda Pilot 4WD - Florence, KY

  • Lisa33
    Lisa33 Member Posts: 260
    For mine I bought this Camco socket...  

    http://www.amazon.com/Camco-57363-Leveling-Scissor-Socket/dp/B001V8U12M
    Lisa. 2008 T@DA, previously 2012 6x10 SS. Southeastern PA
  • larrygon
    larrygon Member Posts: 255
    I bought a crank and cut the handle off.
    "Great spirits have always encountered violent opposition from mediocre minds." Albert Einstein
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  • jkjenn
    jkjenn Member Posts: 6,421
    Lisa33 said:
    For mine I bought this Camco socket...  

    http://www.amazon.com/Camco-57363-Leveling-Scissor-Socket/dp/B001V8U12M
    As an FYI, the Camco socket works on Dutchman units. You need the T-slot style for LG units.

    2021 T@b 320 Boondock "Mattie Ross" | 2021 T@b Nights: 239 | Total nights in a T@b 455 | 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee L Overland | T@b owner since 2014

  • Tabbieannecamper
    Tabbieannecamper Member Posts: 33

      Our dealer in Madison WI has the socket for the stabilizer that fits in a cordless drill. It works great.

    Gary

    Rockford, IL 2015 T@b S Max Silver/silver| 2012 Subaru Outback

  • mash2
    mash2 Member Posts: 584
    I went a different way.  I bought 3 parts   a 3/8" 18 inch socket extension (kti-22018), a 3/8 to 1/4 reduction fitting and a 3/4 inch standard socket for 3/8" drive.  The overall length of my stabilizer assembly (connected to drill at the 1/4 " side) is about 20 inches (makes it easier to get to without being too close).  The photos show the overall setup, and a couple of close ups of separate pieces that go together to create.  I like not having to be up tight and personal with the stabilizer screws.
      
  • mash2
    mash2 Member Posts: 584
    Yeah, I know... it works well so I've just ignored the rust.  May have to deal with it at some point....
  • CCPICC
    CCPICC Member Posts: 43
    edited October 2015
    I went to SEARS and bought the adapter to fit my drill, purchased a extension shaft 24 inches and the correct socket. All of this goes together and it makes the raising and lowering of the stabilizers easy. SEARS has all the craftsman tools you need.
  • RZRBUG
    RZRBUG Member Posts: 890

    Agree that it is a matter of personal preference.  I extended the handle on my hand crank to keep from having to stoop over and reach so far.  Works great and I can have the stabilizers down almost as quickly as if I had to dig out a drill, plus it's less equipment to drag around.  I can also tell when the stabilizers are down or up at the right point and not have to be concerned about overcranking.

    Larry & Booger - 2013 T@B, 2012 GMC Sierra

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  • jkjenn
    jkjenn Member Posts: 6,421
    I switched to the drill on my recent trip. It was awesome! Very fast! You can tell if the stabilizers are down and not overcranked with a drill.

    2021 T@b 320 Boondock "Mattie Ross" | 2021 T@b Nights: 239 | Total nights in a T@b 455 | 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee L Overland | T@b owner since 2014

  • Nomad
    Nomad Member Posts: 7,209
    Hand crank - It's part of my extreme exercise regiment.
  • mash2
    mash2 Member Posts: 584
    Drill (comes in handy for other potential repair activities when I'm on long trips).  Like having the tool capacity in remote locations.
  • JandJ92010
    JandJ92010 Member Posts: 304
    Cut the handle off of the crank that came with my T@B, ground three flats on the end so it won't slip in the chuck and use an 18 volt drill. Love it, love it, love it.
    The HobbiT@B, 2015-L, towed by a2014 RAM C/V
  • Nomad
    Nomad Member Posts: 7,209
    But you'll need a generator for that blender - or did you manage to find a battery-powered one?
  • Nomad
    Nomad Member Posts: 7,209
    There ya go :-)
  • OzT@b
    OzT@b Member Posts: 39
    I agree with Connie - Margaritas win hands down every time!
  • Michigan_Mike
    Michigan_Mike Member Posts: 2,858
    mash2 said:
    Just get a blender drill attachment and you are good to go for both.image
    THAT"S what I'm talkin' about!!!   =)B)
    Mike - Elmira, Mi / 2019 T@B 400 / 2021 Chevy Silverado LTZ
  • JandJ92010
    JandJ92010 Member Posts: 304
    Now THAT'S funny!!!
    The HobbiT@B, 2015-L, towed by a2014 RAM C/V
  • Sgtjohn
    Sgtjohn Member Posts: 238
    I don't want to alter my stabilizer handle but I'm interested, I'm going to check and see if LG sells the handle.
  • Verna
    Verna Member Posts: 6,876
    I just bought two of these sockets from Amazon and chuck it in my cordless drill. So easy!
    Verna, Columbus, IN
    2021 T@B 320S  Boondock “The T@B”
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  • manny
    manny Member Posts: 108
    hi, guys..  was at the dealer in Columbus,ohio..  looked inside a new t@b.  the factory is putting longer stabilizer  handle crank.  dealer said .. the new outback platfoam in front..  hard to reach stabilizer in front ...  I was there in early sept.  he was wanting to get some for his parts dept..   don't know if they will be aviliable from factory..   I cut mine and added 15" inch ext. use power drill....    2015 L-max
    2017  T@B CS-S Max ...  2020 Honda Ridgeline RTL-E
  • CCPICC
    CCPICC Member Posts: 43
    ohh I like the blender, we have a hand crank blender that is fantastic, no drill, no batteries just attaches to the countertop and crank away to excellent margaritas every time!!!
  • KyBawpaw
    KyBawpaw Member Posts: 183
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  • suewernersbach
    suewernersbach Member Posts: 10
    Has anyone used a wingnut driver?
  • WilliamA
    WilliamA Member Posts: 154
    mash2 said: 
    Just get a blender drill attachment and you are good to go for both.image
    BRILLIANT!!!! Use your home socket set to good advantage before camping by removing the stabilizers altogether, then this gadget for Mai Tai's and Margerita's (sp?) upon arrival! 
    Being naturally unstable as a lifestyle choice, I find it to be a huge timesaver....

    WilliamA 
    2021 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk
    2017 T@G XL
    Can generally be found around west-central Wisconsin.  
  • Gidget
    Gidget Member Posts: 64
    Verna said:
    I just bought two of these sockets from Amazon and chuck it in my cordless drill. So easy!
    Would this also work for a 2018 T@b 320S?

    Look out open road, here we come!!! Me, my Gracie May, a 2YO Beaweenie; half Beagle, half Dachshund, Dash, the 2015 Kia Sorento LX V6, Gidget, the 2018 nüCamp 320s!

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  • DurangoTaB
    DurangoTaB Member Posts: 754
    I just bought a second crank and sawed off the handle...even though it’s round, it works fine in the chuck of my drill

    J.D. & Sue

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  • Gidget
    Gidget Member Posts: 64
    Well, I ordered what Verna did and it'll be here tomorrow. I'll let y'all know (those with the 320s like me) if it fits and works! :)

    Look out open road, here we come!!! Me, my Gracie May, a 2YO Beaweenie; half Beagle, half Dachshund, Dash, the 2015 Kia Sorento LX V6, Gidget, the 2018 nüCamp 320s!

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