[Dave W]

I use slide supports. Are they a good way to go - well that depends. In our case we set up in May then wander off for 5-7 weeks in August/September. Those supports are not used, and are left home.



Our HC does not have self leveling so what I do is lower the rear stabilizers, add a spare set of left over from an earlier RV BAL mechanical scissor stabilizers just ahead of the front wheels and make sure the landing legs are cribbed a couple layers of 4x4x18 high. All this is on a surface that is known to be stable. Additionally, in the unlikely case of a tire going flat, the added set of stabilizers will hold the 5er in place.


How tight do I 'set' the supports - to just contact the underside of the slide (the long LR slide only has supports) and a half turn, The top of the supports have a 2x6 spreading the load as well with the base cribbed up too again to spread the load on the ground.


How long have I done this - started in 2009 with the last 5er. These supports also take out some of the well known 5er wiggle.


Do I recommend these - no, not without a lot of thought nor do I recommend these suppports just for a n overnight or few days.


Obviously others do have their opinions but these supports can and do work but there are considerations.