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best way to jack up trailer with torsion axles

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I have a Coastline dual axle trailer with torsion axles. What is the proper / best spot to put the jack when changing tires out? Is it OK to put it at the end of the axle or spindle next to the inside of the wheel?
 
#4 ·
On a dual axle with torsion axles, you can easily get a block and/or ramp to drive the good tire/axle on allowing you to change the wheel/tire out without the need of a jack. This is safer on the side of the road given you don't need to get down on the ground with a jack.
 
#5 ·
jack up trailer

On my Coastline I rolled a floor jack between the two tires and put a 4" block between the frame and the jack and lifted both tires at the same time.

They do not swing down far after taking the load off. Of course a safety jack stand under the frame behind the rear tire is a good idea.

Boat was a Haynie HO to give you and idea of weight.

Just my method.
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