Re: post 56657 end result

I really meant mounting a towball - a towbar would really look .......... different !

cheers
T.R.
(early onset Alzheimers)

There is a Ratchet Wheel that attaches to the standard Jockey Wheel connection. Supercheap or Repco, or Caravan Suppliers. They are a bit of a pain to use though.

There is a battery powered system available but a bit pricey I think.

http://www.powrproducts.com.au/powrhitch.php

Check out Post 54411 in regards the Ezimove jockey wheel available from most auto accessories shops.

Cheers,
Glen

T R,

So which website was the winner for you.

Cheers,

Cruiser

I have one of the ratchet types from Super Cheap and find that it is easy to use and does the job ok. Where I use it is on concrete and flat.
Fault. The pneumatic tyre needs regular pumping up.
The new ones have a solid tyre which would be much better I think?
The ratchet type is ok on flat ground but going up a rise then I think it maybe a little difficult if the rise is quick.

Hi T-Ribby,
A word of advice regarding the ratchet style jockey wheels no matter what brand. They are only suitable when on hard (concrete etc.) level surfaces. They will not work on grass or gravel at all. If your trailer is reasonably balanced as it should be then the jockey wheel only spins with the ratchet not getting enough grip to move the van/trailer etc.
Regards
CraigB

Hi mate, I just read your thread and would like to add to it. I have the ratchet type jockey and as stated earlier - if is not on a solid and firm ground forget it. I simply mounted a boat winch ( hand operated ) at the back of where I would like to beck up the van and hook it up to a caravan's back bumper for Mrs to wind it in while I stir it with the jockey at the front. Works for me..

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A very good ratchet jockey wheel is the "Maco Mule", but a word of caution.

If you need to mount the extra jockey wheel on the right hand side of the A-frame, you will need the dual wheel version. This is the better option anyway as the two pneumatic wheels give more maneuverability and grip on softer ground.

The process may be a little slow, but works a treat and will save your back. I use mine to move the camper trailer up a mild slope and then turn at right angles at the back of the carport.
Much cheaper and just as practical as an electrically powered device when used for shortish distances.

I think there is a "Power Mover" brand of mechanically operated jockey wheel which has a single wheel and can be used on either side of the A-frame, but I can't give personal experience of it, as I chose and use the dual wheel "Maco Mule".

You can weld or bolt an extra clamp to the opposite side of the A-frame to where you have your existing jockey wheel, so that you can remove it when not in use and "secure" it against loss.