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    Posted: 31 Oct 2009 at 12:29am
I kind of doubt that the frame would be damaged, after all it is heavy enough to support the camper and used to jack it up.  The stabilizers on the other hand would and have been damaged doing that.

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Direct Link To This Post Posted: 31 Oct 2009 at 9:25am
I level the trailer using a BAL leveler (left / right) and  the tongue jack.  Then I deploy the stabilizers (the two provided plus two scissors-style stabilizers permanently mounted to the front, which I got from Harbor Freight).  Works great!
 
To answer the OP, yes they are very much worth it.  Once you have them, you'll wonder why you didn't do it sooner.
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Posts: 9062 		Direct Link To This Post Posted: 31 Oct 2009 at 4:21pm

Our first trip started 10 minutes after we picked up the 'pod, so no stabs that weekend.  Felt like I was on a boat.  Every trip since then I've used jack stands up front and now its rock solid.

And yes, use something under the wheels to level, and only turn the stabs one turn after they make contact with the ground.
Doug ~ '10 171 (2009-2015) ~ 2008 Salem ~ Pod instruction manual
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: 01 Nov 2009 at 10:37am
Originally posted by Phil H

Btw, I noticed the new photo (your mug) - is it just a coincidence that its Hallowe'en tomorrow?  mwhahahaStar


Gee, thanks Tongue

But, I did manage to frighten a few ghouls and goblins (and one Harry Potter) last night Clap
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: 01 Nov 2009 at 3:50pm
Definitely. With just the jack in the front and the two rear stabilizers you will get a good deal of rocking. Right now I use these http://www.campingworld.com/shopping/product/aluminum-stack-jacks/1714, but will be installing this soon http://www.campingworld.com/shopping/product/bal-telescopic-stabilizing-jacks/1822. As for leveling these work great www.campingworld.com/shopping/item/rv-leveling-blocks-8-pack/43849
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