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Jack-E-Up

Michigan_Mike
Michigan_Mike Member Posts: 2,858
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I wanted to save/reference this product, shared by another member and something that will potentially help others out.   It is available at camping World and on-line at various sites. 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dD1M-t2eqxM&feature=player_detailpage#t=75
Mike - Elmira, Mi / 2019 T@B 400 / 2021 Chevy Silverado LTZ
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  • deputydog
    deputydog Member Posts: 103
    I purchased one of these MI. Mike. Its great.  I travel to Florida from the Mi. area, during the winter season in my T@B.  My extended "take your time drive" is usually over a four day period.  This product eliminated my dumpster diving through the rear swinging hatch where containers used for storage are kept.

    TV is a 2007 Jeep Liberty. Own 2015 T@B Maxx s/wet-bath white green. St. Clair Shores, MI.

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  • Michigan_Mike
    Michigan_Mike Member Posts: 2,858
    Looks like a clever add-on and I think there have been a few times I've snagged my shorts on the handle going between the car & trailer.   It certainly would eliminate that drag I get on the bottom of the tongue jack on some of them steep inclines I drive over.  
    Mike - Elmira, Mi / 2019 T@B 400 / 2021 Chevy Silverado LTZ
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  • Michigan_Mike
    Michigan_Mike Member Posts: 2,858
    edited November 2014
    Interesting as there aren't a lot of reviews out there and one guy said that the device was a bit wobbly with a wheel and moved around.  I guess the jury is still out on this device.....  Thanks for the feedback Allie!  
    Mike - Elmira, Mi / 2019 T@B 400 / 2021 Chevy Silverado LTZ
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  • Nomad
    Nomad Member Posts: 7,209
    Works fine for me once there's weight on the wheel - Requires that full weight to stabilize.
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  • Michigan_Mike
    Michigan_Mike Member Posts: 2,858
    How stable is it with the full weight of the trailer on it?   I'm curious whether or not you would need front stabilizers down or if there is any play with the weight down on it from the tongue of the trailer?   One review I read on Camping World said it was a bit unstable and didn't work properly with a wheel in place.  
    Mike - Elmira, Mi / 2019 T@B 400 / 2021 Chevy Silverado LTZ
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  • deputydog
    deputydog Member Posts: 103
    Mi.Mike,  T@B is secure with wheel down using the Jack-E-Up.  I did check because of your question. Thanks.  Deputydog

    TV is a 2007 Jeep Liberty. Own 2015 T@B Maxx s/wet-bath white green. St. Clair Shores, MI.

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  • Michigan_Mike
    Michigan_Mike Member Posts: 2,858
    With the added bolts sitting in the top of the jack stand it would seem that once weight was on it, it would be snug.  But without seeing one it's hard to make that assumption...  Thanks for taking the time to check.  
    Mike - Elmira, Mi / 2019 T@B 400 / 2021 Chevy Silverado LTZ
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  • Nomad
    Nomad Member Posts: 7,209
    It's stable for me, have no complaints - Was at my dealer a few weeks ago, unhooked and he rolled it into the shop and back out again. No wobble or anything.

    However, it doesn't fit as neatly on my 2015 frame as in the video. One needs to position it so the T@B bolts line up in the slots and the weight is on the T@B mount rather than the Jack-E-Up plate directly.
    There's photos of what I mean in another thread.
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  • jkjenn
    jkjenn Member Posts: 6,417
    I don't stay hooked up to the TV when I camp, but if I did, I would definitely be looking into this. I have, though, considered the electric tongue jack to save a little time, but I am afraid it would turn into one more thing to go wrong.

    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

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  • radren
    radren Member Posts: 229
    My brother just installed the Jack-E-Up on my 2015. I agree with PXLated, although the bolts don't line up to fit flat against the frame, it easily tightented down and works great!  I pulled the trailer over sand and rocks and no wobble. It is really easy to remove and easy to set back up. Ironically I got the jack e up to help with clearance and then I installed the spare tire carrier at the same time and the tire hangs down almost as far as the jack "stump" . Ha
    The trailer seems to ride even smoother with the tire on the tongue..yay
    The Mouse house and me
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  • moniraq
    moniraq Member Posts: 46
    I bought one and used it during my first long trip in October and it worked great! I had a bit of trouble installing it but a friend of mine helped me out and I had no other issues with it.

    I bought it specifically because I would have issues with getting somewhere and being unable to get the jockey wheel up with enough clearance to remove it or put it back on. This happened to me several times and I spent a lot of time cranking the trailer up as far as I could get it, putting the stabilizers down to hold it up (I know I'm not supposed to do that) so that I could get the jockey wheel up high enough to remove or to put back on.

    The Jack-E-Up eliminated all of that work for me. I love it!
    Monica (aka GlobeDiva)
    2014 T@b Max "Q"
    TV: 2015.5 Volvo XC60 T5
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  • Gregorio
    Gregorio Member Posts: 18
    To those of you who purchased one, where did you get it?  I've checked online with Camping World here in Spokane and they don't have them. I also tried checking online at two of the stores identified as "A Store Near You" but neither of them carry the Jack-E-Up either.  I checked the Jack-E-Up site online, and it's on sale for $49, but they want $25.00 for shipping.  The TearDrop Shop is advertising it for $57.50 but they want $30 for shipping.
    Spokane, WA (LG Forum Moderator)
    2011 6-Wide Sport
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  • jkjenn
    jkjenn Member Posts: 6,417
    Amazon!

    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

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  • Nomad
    Nomad Member Posts: 7,209
    I got mine directly from the company but that's the only place you could get them back then. I notice a whole shelf full at a trailer supply/service place in Vegas.
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  • Trailpixie
    Trailpixie Member Posts: 191
    I agree that the Jack E Up looks like it could be  a bit flimsy. The XO trailer jack has some similar advantages because it folds up and the handle is removable. I am thinking I may get the XO. 

    https://www.arkportablepower.com/products/xo-trailer-jack
    T@B 360 Black Canyon, 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee V6, Maryland
    (previous 2018, T@B 320 Outback)
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  • Tabaz
    Tabaz Member Posts: 2,420

    I bought the model designed by our own Pop-T@B.  $105 at the TearDrop Shop:

    https://teardropshop.com/products/removeable-jack-plate?variant=16349316357

    Very well-made and super easy to use.

    2016 Outback 320
    2024 Ford F150 Supercrew short bed.
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  • jkjenn
    jkjenn Member Posts: 6,417
    The Jack-e-up isn't at 'll flimsy, it's very solid. However, it isn't a perfect fit and the @PopTab design is a better fit.

    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

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  • Dalehelman
    Dalehelman Member Posts: 2,414
    OutbackAZ said:

    I bought the model designed by our own Pop-T@B.  $105 at the TearDrop Shop:

    https://teardropshop.com/products/removeable-jack-plate?variant=16349316357

    Very well-made and super easy to use.

    This version is a much better design very stable no  wobble. Well worth the price difference IMHO
    1. Hash  T@B Fun
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  • Nomad
    Nomad Member Posts: 7,209
    Would agree with Jenn but only after you get the tongue weight on it - until then you're gonna wonder if it's really going to be ok :-)
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