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Old 08-13-2013, 07:25 AM   #1
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changing tire on Escape 19

What's the best way to change a tire on an Escape 19?

If using a jack, what are the appropriate jacking points?

Alternatively, I am thinking of pushing/pulling the trailer so that one wheel is up on boards with the idea that it will raise the other wheel on the same side off the ground. Has anybody done this?

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Old 08-13-2013, 08:28 AM   #2
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Also, where is the best jack point for the 17b?
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Old 08-13-2013, 09:55 AM   #3
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Jay, I use that one tire on blocks method to service the bearings, works great.
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Old 08-13-2013, 11:17 AM   #4
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I purchased one of these.
Amazon.com: Trailer Aid Tandem Tire Changing Ramp: Automotive
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Old 08-13-2013, 11:25 AM   #5
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Has anyone used the Trailer Aid Tandem Ramp successfully on a 19?
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Old 08-13-2013, 10:56 PM   #6
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Thanks to everyone for the quick replies. The Trailer Aid looks very interesting. I plan to do an experiment to see if the advertised 4.5" of lift works for the 19. --Jay
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Old 08-14-2013, 12:05 AM   #7
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Last week I blew a tire on my 19. Simply drove the other wheel up on levelling blocks and changed the damaged tire. Simple and quick.
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Old 08-14-2013, 07:30 AM   #8
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Don,
Why did you blow a fairly new tire? Was it defective or under inflated?
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Carlisle manufactured tire ?
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Old 08-14-2013, 08:26 AM   #10
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Carlisle tire. Under 2000 kl. Yes they are offering to replace it. Pressure was OK. Trailer weight on 4 tires is minimal. Mid 40's. I will run higher in future.
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Old 08-14-2013, 08:40 AM   #11
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Yes, 50 psi is what I used and some of my trips were 24 hours non-stop marathon runs, never had any problems, knock on wood.
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Old 08-14-2013, 08:55 AM   #12
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RickM and DonM how high were the blocks that you used to elevate one tire for free access to the other ?
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Old 08-14-2013, 09:54 AM   #13
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Jubal, used only two high leveling blocks. Blocks are similar to those,
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Old 08-30-2013, 02:31 PM   #14
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Has anyone used the Trailer Aid Tandem Ramp successfully on a 19?
The regular height ramp works good on the Escape 19. It raises the unramped tire aprox. 2.5" clearance to allow the tire change.
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Old 03-12-2014, 06:14 PM   #15
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Anderson leveler to change a tire?

I have the Anderson leveler. I would expect that could be used on a 19 or 21? I need to buy another when I replace my Casita with the 21' in September.

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You only need one leveler to change the chore, you raise the good tire and then remove the bad tire which is up in the air. For leveling, you will need two. I used the B@L leveler from the single axle days and purchased another one and used two for my 19', but later moved on the the plastic levelers.
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I used the Anderson leveler on this trip to Florida and back and it worked quite well. I expect it will work as well with dual axles. Much easier than stacking blocks. I'll get another before we pickup in Sept. I will be able to lose the jack I carry in the Casita for changing tires.
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Old 03-25-2014, 08:18 AM   #18
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Jay, Hope I'm not stealing your thread by these questions.
Does Escape provide a lug wrench?
If not, what size are the lug nuts?
What is the recommended torque?
Answers same on both the 19 and 21?
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Old 03-25-2014, 08:57 AM   #19
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Does Escape provide a lug wrench? No
If not, what size are the lug nuts? 13/16"
What is the recommended torque? 95ft/lb
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Old 03-25-2014, 12:00 PM   #20
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Does Escape provide a lug wrench? No
If not, what size are the lug nuts? 13/16"
What is the recommended torque? 95ft/lb
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