How to Make your Travel Trailer Setup More StableUpdated a year ago

There are a lot of variables that go into camper stability. While SnapPads can play a small role in your setup, there are other factors to consider when you get to your site and setup your rig.   

Stabilizer/jack type, amount of extension, and optimal use of your leveling accessories will play a huge role. If you are detached from the vehicle, then you will need a pretty solid anchoring system in place. Proper chocking of the wheels is critical, for example:

Any additional accessories used will also factor in, such as flexible blocks or mats and the height of the blocks used. Even in a perfect setup, there will still be some movement from flex in the chassis/stabilizers, as well as potential movement in the suspension and tires (the latter again being affected by air pressure, if you are using drive-on levelers, etc). Adding SnapPads to expand your stabilizer footprint and grip is a great upgrade, but it is only one piece of the puzzle.

For travel trailers with stabilizer configurations, SnapPads add more stability in most cases by greatly expanding the ground contact surface area of the jack feet. They also add electrical isolation, protection for jack feet on hard, abrasive surfaces, and more grip to uneven or uncertain terrain. We also think they look pretty good too :)

The total stability rating of your setup, however, will be dependent on a number of factors that extend beyond just your SnapPads and stabilizer jacks. Be sure to test out things like tire pressure, chocking, and jack extension to find your ideal setup.