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08-23-2012, 01:52 PM
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Montana Fan
Join Date: Aug 2010
Location: Harmony
Posts: 169
M.O.C. #10640
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Rear Stabilizer Use
Was wondering if you use stabilizers with Level Up system.
Ken
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08-23-2012, 02:07 PM
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Site Team
Join Date: Oct 2005
Location: Carmichael - CA
Posts: 7,469
M.O.C. #4831
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Factory installed Level-up rigs don't have rear stabilizers. So no we don't use them.
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There is more to life than fuel mileage.
2012 Montana 3700RL Big Sky Package towed by a 2015 Ford F350 6.7L PSD 4WD CC LWB
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08-23-2012, 02:39 PM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Feb 2008
Location: Winthrop Harbor
Posts: 1,837
M.O.C. #8160
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We kept the rear JT stabilizers when we had the level up system installed. If Louise remembers, than we use them. Me, I just push the button.
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08-23-2012, 03:59 PM
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Site Team
Join Date: Jun 2011
Location: Wilsey
Posts: 18,799
M.O.C. #11455
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We, like several others on this forum, will be using the rear stabilizer after we get level up installed next month.
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Dick, Joyce, Diego, Picatso and Gustav
2017 3720 RL, and 2013 HC 343RL
Pullrite Hitch, IS, Disk Brakes, 3rd AC, Winegard Traveler, Bathroom door mod, Dometic 320, couch for desk swap, replaced chairs, sun screens, added awnings, etc.
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08-23-2012, 04:01 PM
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Montana Master
Join Date: May 2011
Location: Hixson
Posts: 3,436
M.O.C. #11397
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No need for them with the level up. Waste of time/energy!
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Full Timers 9/1/2010 through 1/16/2020.
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08-24-2012, 12:24 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Aug 2004
Location: Cedar Rapids
Posts: 4,876
M.O.C. #1944
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We use our rear stabilizers. They are there; why not use them? Just extra stabilization.
Orv
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08-24-2012, 06:08 AM
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Montana Fan
Join Date: Sep 2009
Location: Claypool
Posts: 279
M.O.C. #9711
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I use mine if I'm staying for a week or two, but otherwise I don't. They do help a little even with the Level Up.
Don
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2012 Ram 3500 DRW Laramie Long Horn
RDS 60 gallon fuel tank, air lift air bags
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08-24-2012, 06:54 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Feb 2009
Location: Wylie
Posts: 532
M.O.C. #9139
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Only used the rear stabilizers once since installing Level-Up, we had to stop for the night due to extremely high winds. I dropped them so that we would have 2 additional points of contact with the ground.
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08-24-2012, 09:05 AM
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Site Team
Join Date: Jun 2011
Location: Wilsey
Posts: 18,799
M.O.C. #11455
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Since they're already there I can't see not using them in situations like that.
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Dick, Joyce, Diego, Picatso and Gustav
2017 3720 RL, and 2013 HC 343RL
Pullrite Hitch, IS, Disk Brakes, 3rd AC, Winegard Traveler, Bathroom door mod, Dometic 320, couch for desk swap, replaced chairs, sun screens, added awnings, etc.
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08-24-2012, 06:27 PM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Jan 2006
Location: South
Posts: 2,499
M.O.C. #5140
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Like others, if we are set up for a while, we use our stab jacks. We find that they help.
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08-24-2012, 06:56 PM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Aug 2004
Location: Yuma
Posts: 856
M.O.C. #1935
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There is no reason to have stabilizers with the Level Up system.
our 5th Wheel is more solid with the Level up then our old rig was with all the stabilizers.
Just saying
Mel
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08-25-2012, 12:47 AM
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Montana Fan
Join Date: Feb 2007
Location: Corpus christi
Posts: 117
M.O.C. #6844
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We use ours if staying for a week or two, but otherwise I don't. They do help a even with the Level Up.
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08-25-2012, 02:43 PM
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Montana Fan
Join Date: Aug 2006
Location: Mt. Vernon
Posts: 332
M.O.C. #6140
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Our level up is going to be installed during the rally and will probably try it both ways and see which we like best. Kinda like personal preference! Some will like it without and some with!!!
Donna
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11-30-2020, 03:45 PM
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Established Member
Join Date: Aug 2020
Location: Quincy
Posts: 22
M.O.C. #26815
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Hi,
We have a Montana 3761fl with auto leveling. We are currently setup for a 6 month stay. We’ve noticed that we are seeing a fair amount of movement and believe it is mostly coming from the rear of the RV. I can stand in the rear easily cause movement that is felt even in the front with very little effort. I’m considering using 2 scissor jacks to stabilize the rear where I believe most if not all the movement is originating. I’ve seen suggestions that I could manually use the auto leveling system to raise the RV to reduce tire contact to the ground to stabilize. Do you suggest this? Will the leveling system handle being used this way. New to RV world so trying not to make dumb mistakes or read more into a previous post here. I do have a pin tripod being shipped but not convinced this was a good idea so may return it any information you or anyone can provide is very appreciated!
Darrel
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11-30-2020, 10:41 PM
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Montana Master
Join Date: May 2020
Location: UPLAND
Posts: 1,259
M.O.C. #26190
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I bought the Anderson leveling jack blocks and my rig is solid with no movement. They are pricey. I think I paid $250.00 for the 6. They have powerful magnets that make attaching them to the bottom of your jacks a breeze. They also keep dirt and crap from getting on your jacks, which could get on the shaft and cause a seal leak. Just a suggestion.
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12-01-2020, 01:48 AM
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Established Member
Join Date: Aug 2020
Location: Quincy
Posts: 22
M.O.C. #26815
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Hi 432,
That sounds like a great idea. I can always return them if it does solve or at reduce the movement. However, I like the fact they’re magnetic and decreased maintenance. Always a plus.
Thank you for taking the time to respond!
Darrel
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12-01-2020, 04:34 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Oct 2015
Location: westminster md
Posts: 2,324
M.O.C. #17894
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They sure are proud of those Anderson buckets. $$$. I just made 6 hollow blocks out of 3/4 plywood with a center support. They are 6" tall and 10x10. They serve the same exact purpose and cost next to nothing.
The whole purpose is to reduce the stroke of the legs which makes the camper wobble much less.
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2018 Chevy 3500 LTZ Dually Diesel 4x4 CCLB
2011 Montana 3455 SA. 6 point level up. Disc brakes. Curt Q24 Hitch. 5 step glow steps
Progressive EMS. Valterra tank valves. Sailun G637 tires. ARP fridge control. All led lighting. Mor Ryde IS
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12-01-2020, 07:36 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Dec 2009
Location: Sebring
Posts: 3,666
M.O.C. #9969
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Even with the jack stroke at next to nothing, it's that long overhang behind the rear jacks that will give you some movement. Some are added the electric stabilizer jacks that were on Montanas before the Level-Up was added.
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Michelle & Ann
2018 Chevy 3500HD High Country DRW 4X4 Crew Cab w/Duramax/Allison, Formally 2010 Montana 2955RL, Now Loaded 2016 SOB, Mor/ryde IS, Disc Brakes & Pin Box, Comfort Ride Hitch, Sailun 17.5 Tires.
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12-01-2020, 08:13 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Oct 2015
Location: westminster md
Posts: 2,324
M.O.C. #17894
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Quote:
Originally Posted by mhs4771
Even with the jack stroke at next to nothing, it's that long overhang behind the rear jacks that will give you some movement. Some are added the electric stabilizer jacks that were on Montanas before the Level-Up was added.
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My level up is aftermarket so I also have the rear jacks. I use them on occasion if some else is staying with us.
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2018 Chevy 3500 LTZ Dually Diesel 4x4 CCLB
2011 Montana 3455 SA. 6 point level up. Disc brakes. Curt Q24 Hitch. 5 step glow steps
Progressive EMS. Valterra tank valves. Sailun G637 tires. ARP fridge control. All led lighting. Mor Ryde IS
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12-01-2020, 08:28 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Oct 2018
Location: Anderson
Posts: 2,669
M.O.C. #22835
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A little wiggle in the trailer doesn't hurt anything. However, my Lippert 6 point level-up system doesn't allow much shake. It's pretty solid. The only time I feel wiggle is when the grand son is with us (he's 7) and more jumpie than a kangaroo running from a poacher.
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2014 Chevy Silverado Duramax, 6.6L Dually
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