Tips On HWH Jack Removal & Installation

[John Mann]

About 6 months ago I removed a front kick down and a rear jack on my 1985
pt40. I just removed the whole unit. I don't think there is enough room to put
the springs back on while its is up but maybe. I removed the whole assembly,
loosened the 4 bolts then remove the jack and take the springs and square frame
off when on the ground, I had the seals replaced at a local shop for about $40
bucks. It definitely wasn't easy getting the springs back on even on the ground.
It is a little heavy when all together, I then used a 2x4 with a block in the
middle and raised it up into the area and replaced the 4 bolts actually not that
bad because the assembly sits upright between the tires and you can raise it
right up.

John Mann
1985 pt40
Granbury Tx.


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> It looks like you could choose to remove the whole unit from the frame by
undoing four bolts that hold the jack bracket to the coach. This would allow
you to work on the springs out in the open with much better access.
>
> Looking for tips from those that have tackled this job.
>
> Thanks, Eric
> 84FC35SBWLII
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