Jacking twin axle that has 2 motor movers

k9sam replied on 24/10/2019 17:09

Posted on 24/10/2019 17:09

When there are two motor movers fitted to a twin axle caravan the jacking points need to be removed to permit access. In this case where is it safe to position the jack on the chassis to either change a wheel that has a  puncture or position the second Al-ko wheel lock.

For example is it safe to position a jack (bottle/scissor/trolley) between the axles on the chassis or is it better on the bottom of one of the axles?

Steve Baines replied on 18/11/2021 03:38

Posted on 18/11/2021 03:38

Jacking Points on twin axle caravan fitted with AWD Powertouch Motormovers.

When touring I use a single Lock n Level air bag in order to facilitate fitting the 2nd Al-Ko chassis lock. I then deflate the Lock n Level and leave in situ until departure. This is by far the easiest and quickest method of lifting the front wheel. If levelling is required I use the twin axle lock n Level on the opposite side. This equates to £300 + for the combo set but to me it is well worth the money and is such a simple process. It is vital to chock the caravan wheels and jockey wheel when carrying out the procedure. However, when the caravan is in storage I do not like the idea of leaving the Lock n Level deflated under the rear wheel having raised it to fit the 2nd Alko lock. Whilst in storage it is an insurance requirement to have both Alko Locks fitted on the same side. In this instance I utilise the Alko bottle jack (2 ton) provided by Coachman and jack it on the heavy duty jacking brackets which are fitted in the designated location on the inside of the chassis which is behind the rear edge of the motormover. The jacking brackets are fitted on the inside of the chassis due to the position of the motor mover. Access is between the motor mover and the spare wheel carrier. Yes you have to lie down on your side to position the jack but once in place the extended handle provided gives sufficient leverage in order to easily jack the caravan and fit the 2nd lock. I have a roll up exercise mat for cushioning and keeping clean when lying down. Again chocking the caravan wheels and jockey wheel is essential to prevent any caravan sway. 

 

RedKite replied on 18/11/2021 08:27

Posted on 18/11/2021 08:27

As these are friends of ours and the thread is two years old they have since sold the caravan and now have a lovely holiday home down in Cornwall.

Still the information is useful to other folk with a twin Axle caravan.

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