Re: [VAL] Re: VAL Digest V1 #189

["Mr. Joy H. Hansen" <joytbrew@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

Hi JD,

My manual for the '69 Safari single axle says to place the jack under the
main frame rail.  There's usually a 4" square aluminum plate riveted to the
belly in the proper location.  I believe that the position is just to the
rear of the tire, quite close to the end of the axle mounting plate.  I read
other information that said "NEVER" place the jack under the axle.  Then,
your post seems to indicate that you have a pre-torsion (spring) axle unit?
The frame at the rear end of the spring should be strong enough to lift the
trailer without damage.  Don't know what this says about putting skids on
the torsion axle to prevent damage to the drum/backing plate if a wheel is
lost.  Maybe a bunch of mis-information because it isn't included in the
owner's manual or OEM accessory.

Of course, DON'T place the jack head directly against the lift point.  Using
a block against the lift point spreads the load, but risks a slip of the
jack/block.   I always provide a secondary support close to the jack just in
case something slips.

Changing a tire on a single axle makes me yearn for a tandem, no blocks, no
jack, etc.

Just my 2 cents of comment if you consider it worth that.  In the meantime,
give me a tandem anytime.

                                                Regards, '69 Safari, Joy