Posted 2022-04-14 11:22 AM (#185238) Subject: Electric jack for gooseneck horse trailer.
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My trailer has an electric jack made by Equalizer Systems. The gearbox is starting to slip and it is no longer supported by the manufacturer. I’m interested to know if there are any used/salvaged gearboxes or gearbox and motor combos available out there.
I have included a picture.
Posted 2022-04-15 7:28 PM (#185240 - in reply to #185238) Subject: RE: Electric jack for gooseneck horse trailer.
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Location: North Carolina
Gears don't slip. Either the shaft is loose on motor or jack. Check to be sure. If the gears have been striped, a machine shop can fit new gears to the unit.
You'll have to weigh the cost vs a new drive unit.
There are several similar jack units... driving the jack shaft. Here's one ...