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12-30-2010, 07:44 AM
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Montana Fan
Join Date: Feb 2007
Location: Corpus christi
Posts: 117
M.O.C. #6844
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Auto levelers
Thinking about installing auto levelers on my 3400RL. Bigfoot or levelup. appreciate any info.
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12-30-2010, 11:56 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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I have the Bigfoot levelers. A lot of people say they cost too much. I don't think so. Although I paid $5100 installed (in CA), they can be obtained for much less by going directly to the factory in White Pigeon, MI.
All the levelers work as they are designed. Some just seem to work better.
Orv
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12-30-2010, 12:18 PM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Dec 2009
Location: Sebring
Posts: 3,659
M.O.C. #9969
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Lippert Level-Up System here. They had a special at the Fall Rally so I don't know what the normal retail price is. At present the only place to have it installed is at TrailAir in Goshen. No matter which system you go with, there will still be times you'll have to put something under the jack pads as there is only so much travel in the rams. Level-Up uses 6 jacks vs 4 with the Big Foot, but don't quote me on the Big Foot, just what I've read.
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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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12-30-2010, 12:25 PM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Oct 2008
Location: Siloam Springs
Posts: 2,206
M.O.C. #8890
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We have the Lippert Level-Up and love it. Might be worth waiting for the Fall Rally to see if they run the special again.
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12-31-2010, 03:41 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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Quote:
quote:Originally posted by mhs4771
Lippert Level-Up System here. They had a special at the Fall Rally so I don't know what the normal retail price is. At present the only place to have it installed is at TrailAir in Goshen. No matter which system you go with, there will still be times you'll have to put something under the jack pads as there is only so much travel in the rams. Level-Up uses 6 jacks vs 4 with the Big Foot, but don't quote me on the Big Foot, just what I've read.
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You're right. BigFoot levelers only have four jacks, each with their own pump and reservoir. Though we only have four jacks (each capable of lifting 17,000 pounds), they are sufficient and we see no need for two more.
Orv
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12-31-2010, 04:17 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Sep 2010
Location: Hollister
Posts: 1,043
M.O.C. #10764
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I have been in contact with TrailAir and next years' price for the LevelUp will be $3600, installed. They are working on a wireless system, but they are not sure if it will be ready by next years' rally.
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12-31-2010, 01:52 PM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Sep 2004
Location: Leona
Posts: 6,382
M.O.C. #2059
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I am totally satisfied with LevelUp system. You can't beat the price I paid. Everybody justifies their choice. Mine was economic as quality of either system doesn't seem to be an issue.
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12-31-2010, 02:26 PM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Dec 2009
Location: Sebring
Posts: 3,659
M.O.C. #9969
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I think the thought behind the Level-up system with the six jacks is a little less strain on the frame. Putting one pair in front of the axles and one behind.
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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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01-08-2011, 09:02 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Nov 2002
Location: Oceanside
Posts: 20,028
M.O.C. #20
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Any difference in stability with 6 jacks instead of 4? I'm talking about noticeable movement while walking around inside.
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01-08-2011, 09:10 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Oct 2008
Location: Siloam Springs
Posts: 2,206
M.O.C. #8890
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Steve
Never been in one with only four, so can`t compare.
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01-08-2011, 01:31 PM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Feb 2008
Location: Winthrop Harbor
Posts: 1,831
M.O.C. #8160
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Our level up is solid. On our way to Florida we were in Georgia for a few days on a not so level site. Level up raised our tires off the ground and we were still solid though Lippert recommends being fairly level, before operating the system. It's quick and efficient and I highly recommend it.
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01-08-2011, 03:23 PM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Aug 2008
Location: Rapid City
Posts: 931
M.O.C. #8757
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Steve, we have the Level-up also and the way Bob explains the non-movement is the pressure is on the jacks/frame and not on wheels. That prevents any movement!
We love ours.... I repeat.... we love ours!!!
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01-08-2011, 06:46 PM
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Seasoned Camper
Join Date: Jan 2007
Location: Livingston,
Posts: 62
M.O.C. #6741
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Had Power Plus levelers for 12 years but just plain wore them out.We've been totally satisfied with our Big Foot System. Diana
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01-12-2011, 04:51 AM
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Seasoned Camper
Join Date: May 2010
Location: Redmond
Posts: 63
M.O.C. #10397
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I looked into getting the level-up by Lippert,but they tell me I have to go to Goshen to have them installed. It would be nice if they would allow someone up here in the northwest to install them.
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01-12-2011, 06:42 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Dec 2009
Location: Sebring
Posts: 3,659
M.O.C. #9969
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That might happen, as I understand it, the exclusive agreement with TrailAir is up this spring unless it gets renewed.
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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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01-12-2011, 07:19 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Sep 2010
Location: North East
Posts: 1,050
M.O.C. #10758
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Quote:
quote:Originally posted by Dave and Pat
It would be nice if they would allow someone up here in the northwest to install them.
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And in the Northeast/Mid Atlantic too....
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01-13-2011, 03:31 PM
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Seasoned Camper
Join Date: May 2010
Location: Redmond
Posts: 63
M.O.C. #10397
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I've e-mailed them with this question/request at www.ecommerce@lci1.com If we show them there is interest in other parts of the country,maybe they will make some changes when the contract is due...
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01-13-2011, 05:15 PM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Sep 2004
Location: Leona
Posts: 6,382
M.O.C. #2059
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They took about 6 hours to install mine. There is a good bit of skill and technology involved. There would be a significant learning curve to become an installer. There seems to be only 2 or 3 guys that know what's going on. They really need to expand their pool of technicians.
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01-14-2011, 12:32 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Feb 2008
Location: Winthrop Harbor
Posts: 1,831
M.O.C. #8160
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After installation by the "experts", I was still referred to the engineer/developer of the system to answer a problem I had.
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01-14-2011, 12:38 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Jan 2009
Location: Vermontville
Posts: 1,129
M.O.C. #9045
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A little concern here. If there is only 3 guys that can install them in the U.S. What do you do when you need a repair done. Would hate to be down south or out west and have a problem. For some reason this doesn't make no sense at all.
I'm guessing a little bit more time before I make a major purchase like this with no techs available when I have a problem. Will I have a problem? Its mechanical, so yes in time I will.
Anybody have an answer for this?
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