How Do You Get a Camper Off a Truck Without Jacks?

Getting a camper off the back of a truck without jacks can seem like an impossible task, especially if you’re working alone. It’s important to know how to safely and securely remove a camper from the truck bed without causing any damage or injury to yourself or your truck. Luckily, there are several ways that you can attempt this task without using jacks.

Using Leverage

The most common way to get a camper off the back of a truck without jacks is by using leverage. You can use long boards or poles to create leverage against the weight of the camper.

You will need two people for this method, one person on each end of the board or pole. The person at one end should lift up as much as they can while the other person pushes down on their end. This will help to lift and shift the weight of the camper until it is off the truck bed.

Sliding Method

Another way to get a camper off of a truck without jacks is to use what’s called the sliding method. This method involves securing two boards parallel with each other underneath the camper in order to create a sliding surface for it to move along. With two people on either side, gently push and pull in unison until you feel that it is no longer connected with the truck bed.

Rope Method

The rope method involves attaching ropes around both sides of the camper in order to lift and pull it off the truck bed. With two people on either side, slowly begin pulling in unison until you feel that it has been removed safely from its resting place.

Conclusion:

Getting a camper off of a truck without jacks is not impossible, but it does take some careful planning and extra manpower in order to do so safely and securely. Depending on your individual situation there are several methods available such as using leverage, sliding or rope techniques that can help you achieve this goal.

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Karen Watkins