Our in-house experts typically reply within one business day.
Fulton
Always the correct part
We know our products
Quality Products
Free Shipping!
Always the correct part
We know our products
Quality Products
Free Shipping!
Fulton has produced marine and utility trailer hardware for more than a century, and its jacks, winches and couplers are a standard for light and medium-duty trailering. The XLT and F2 series cover swivel and fixed jacks, hand and powered winches from 1,500 to 3,200 pounds, and couplers built to keep working in wet, salty conditions.
With more than a hundred years of production behind it, Fulton has become the reference point for light and medium-duty trailer hardware, particularly on the marine side. That environment is the toughest test a trailer component faces. A boat trailer is reversed into fresh or salt water on every launch and left to sit wet, which finds every weakness in plating, sealing and material choice. Fulton's stated position is that the brand performs best when the weather is at its worst, and its product engineering reflects that. It sits within the Horizon Global towing group alongside Reese, Draw-Tite, Bulldog, Tekonsha and Wesbar.
Marine and utility jacks anchor the line. The XLT Series marine jack uses a bolt-through swivel mount built from three-dimensionally formed heavy-gauge steel stampings with a proprietary bushing material, a combination chosen to minimise deflection under tongue load while keeping the swivel action working after years of exposure. The F2 Series takes corrosion resistance further as the industry's only extruded aluminium marine jack with an anodised finish, which removes the rust problem at its source rather than coating over it. The wider trailer jack range covers topwind, sidewind and drop-leg configurations.
Trailer winches pull boats onto bunks and rollers. XLT Series winches use efficient gear ratios, full-length drum bearings, oil-impregnated shaft bushings and a Comfort Grip handle that makes the last few turns under load bearable, in 1,500 and 1,800 pound capacities. F2 Series winches use an enclosed frame for a cleaner look and added protection, in 1,600, 2,000 and 3,200 pound models, including two-speed options that trade line speed for cranking effort.
Couplers complete the range, including A-frame couplers matched to common tongue sizes and load ratings, serving boat owners, utility trailer users and trailer manufacturers.
Experts available to answer your questions
Call 888-634-94945 Years
The model number is F3282ML (Rev-D 6077). This manual covers multiple mounting styles and configurations of tongue jacks from Cequent Performance Products brands including Bulldog, Fulton, Pro-Series, and Reese Towpower.
No. These jacks are not designed for mounting to round tongues. They are designed for flat trailers with rectangular or square tongues.
The bolt-on rack jack is available with supplied bolts that correspond to different tongue widths. You must ensure you have the correct mounting hole pattern for your specific tongue size. The gap between the mounting bolts and the tongue must not exceed 1/16 inch.
No. A-plate jacks are designed specifically for mounting to trailers with A-plate couplers only. They are not compatible with other coupler types.
The bolt-on mounting bracket comes with 4 bolts and locknuts. The bolts are inserted through the mounting bracket and mounting straps. All fasteners are torqued to 25 ft. lbs.
Three 3/8-16 grade 5 bolts with washers are required. These are torqued to 15-20 ft. lbs. A bottom support plate is recommended to be welded to the bottom of the trailer frame using a 3/16 inch fillet weld.
For bolt-on installations, you need a wrench to tighten the locknuts to 25 ft. lbs. For weld-on installations, an AWS certified welder is required. For snap ring models, you need to inspect and seat the snap ring fully into the groove. For pivot tube models, you need to insert the supplied pivot pin. Specific torque wrenches and other hand tools are not detailed in the manual.
Before mounting, confirm there will be no interference from the tow vehicle, tongue, ground, or any other mounted accessories while stationary or in motion. Check for interference in all positions including handle swing and swivel positions if applicable. Check for interference again after installation is complete. Specifically verify clearance of the handle, trailer light cables, and coupler.
1) Place the gear housing on the tongue and insert the supplied bolts in holes corresponding to the tongue width. 2) Place the mounting bracket below the tongue with the flat surface against the tongue. 3) Secure with locknuts and torque to 25 ft. lbs. Ensure the gap between mounting bolts and tongue does not exceed 1/16 inch.
1) Place the jack against the tongue and position the mounting straps on the opposite side. Align the holes in the mounting bracket with the holes in the mounting straps. 2) Insert the 4 bolts through the mounting bracket and mounting straps. Upper bolts should rest on top of the tongue; lower bolts should be less than 1/16 inch from the bottom. 3) Secure with locknuts and torque to 25 ft. lbs. 4) Check for clearance of handle, trailer light cables, and coupler.
1) Place the jack bracket over the mount. 2) Place the snap ring in the groove and seat it fully. Before installing the snap ring, inspect the snap ring groove and remove any debris to ensure proper seating.
1) Place the jack bracket into the recessed opening on the mount. 2) Place the small end of the bushing into the jack bracket and onto the bolt. 3) Tighten the locknut until there is little movement in the bushing. The bolt should be installed between the trailer tongue and mount; the jack bracket will be held by the bushing between the locknut and the mount.
1) All welding must be performed by an AWS certified welder. 2) If the A-plate is separate from the jack, align the jack (and foot, if equipped) with the jack and coupler as desired before welding using a 3/16 inch fillet weld. 3) Bolt the jack A-plate to the coupler using three 3/8-16 grade 5 bolts with washers, torqued to 15-20 ft. lbs. 4) Weld the recommended support plate to the bottom of the trailer frame using a 3/16 inch fillet weld. 5) If your jack is a plain mount type, it may be mounted directly to a coupler with a 3/16 inch fillet weld. 6) Rack jacks with a similar A-plate incorporated into their design may be attached according to these instructions.
1) All welding must be performed by an AWS certified welder. 2) Place the jack at the desired location. 3) Weld 1 inch in 2 locations on both sides of the jack using a 3/16 inch fillet weld.
1) All welding must be performed by an AWS certified welder. 2) The non-beveled side of the pivot tube is welded to the tongue unless otherwise specified on hardware. 3) Place the weld-on pivot tube against the tongue and weld all around with a 3/16 inch fillet weld. Align one set of pivot mount holes vertically. 4) Mate the jack to the pivot tube and secure with the supplied pin.
No drilling is required for bolt-on installations. The mounting holes are pre-drilled in both the jack bracket and the mounting straps. You align the existing holes and insert the supplied bolts.
No. Do not attempt to weld bolt-on brackets or straps to the tongue. Special brackets are available for weld-on applications. Welding bolt-on components voids the design and may cause failure.
All locknuts on bolt-on mounting brackets must be torqued to 25 ft. lbs. This applies to both rack jack and standard bolt-on mounting bracket installations.
The three 3/8-16 grade 5 bolts with washers that attach the jack A-plate to the coupler must be torqued to 15-20 ft. lbs.
All weld-on installations require a 3/16 inch fillet weld. This applies to direct-mount, A-plate, and pivot tube mounting styles. All welding must be performed by an AWS certified welder.
The gap between the mounting bolts and the tongue must not exceed 1/16 inch (1.5 mm). This applies to bolt-on mounting bracket installations.
Fully retract and rotate the jack before towing. If using an optional drop foot or caster, always remove it before towing to maximize ground clearance. If the jack has a swivel feature, lock the plunger pin into a hole in the mounting bracket before raising or lowering the tongue.
The jack capacity is limited to the lesser of the jack, footplate, or caster wheel capacity. Never exceed the maximum rated capacity. Refer to the stamped markings or decals on the product to obtain the rated capacity. If uncertain, contact Cequent Performance Products at 1-800-632-3290 or www.cequentgroup.com.
These jacks are designed for vertical loading only. Excessive side forces may cause jack failure and must be avoided.
Never position any part of your body under any portion of the jack or the load being supported. Secure the load, vehicle, and trailer from rolling by blocking wheels when operating the jack or coupling the trailer. Do not allow children to play on or around the jack or the load being supported. Before manually moving the trailer, crank the jack to the lowest position.
When using a drop foot or drop leg, make certain the supplied pin is fully inserted through both sides of the inner tube and the drop tube before using the jack. Never attempt to adjust the drop foot or drop leg when there is any load on the jack. If using an optional drop foot or caster, always remove it before towing to maximize ground clearance.
If your jack has a pivot tube mount, make certain the pivot pin is fully inserted through both sides of the pivot tube and the pivot mount before using the jack.
If your jack is a swivel jack, lock the plunger pin into a hole in the mounting bracket before raising or lowering the tongue.
If your jack is a rack jack, do not raise the gear housing above the inner tube. Doing so may cause damage or failure.
No. This product is not intended to be used as a transport device for the implement it is attached to. Minimize movement of the implement while the jack is under load.
After installation is complete, check for interference again in all positions including handle swing and swivel positions if applicable. Verify clearance of the handle, trailer light cables, and coupler. Ensure all bolts are properly torqued and all pins are fully inserted.
The following procedures should be performed at least annually: For side-wind models, apply automotive grease to the internal gearing and apply lightweight oil to the handle unit at both sides of the tube. If equipped, lubricate the axle bolt and nut assembly of the caster wheel with the same lightweight oil. For top-wind models, apply lightweight oil to the screw stem. If used in a marine environment, flush the jack assembly and bushings with fresh water and apply fresh lubricant.
Apply a small amount of automotive grease to the internal gearing by removing the jack cover, or if equipped, use a needle nose applicator or standard grease gun on the lubrication point found on the side of the jack near the crank. Rotate the jack handle to distribute the grease evenly.
For top-wind models, apply a lightweight oil to the screw stem.
If the product is used in a marine environment, flush the jack assembly and bushings with fresh water, and apply fresh lubricant.
1) Insert the long spacer into the wheel. 2) Set the wheel into the caster body and place the bolt through the caster body and wheel. 3) Secure with the nut provided.
1) Insert the long spacer into the roller followed by the thin spacer and the bolt. 2) Secure to the crank stem with the nut provided.
1) Place the washer over the screw stem and then place the handle over the screw stem. 2) Secure the handle to the screw stem with the bolt and nut provided.
Use 4 3/8 inch bolts, washers, and locknuts as shown in the manual. The jack capacity is limited to the lesser of the jack or caster capacity.
Always replace bent, broken, or worn parts before using this product. Do not use a jack with damaged components.
Tongue jacks are available in multiple mounting styles (bolt-on, weld-on, snap ring, A-plate, pivot tube). Bolt-on models require the correct mounting hole pattern for your tongue width with a gap not exceeding 1/16 inch. A-plate jacks fit only A-plate couplers. These jacks are not designed for round tongues. Verify your trailer type and coupler before purchasing.
For bolt-on installations, you need a wrench to tighten the locknuts to 25 ft. lbs. For weld-on models, an AWS certified welder is required. Snap ring and pivot tube models require inspection and insertion of supplied pins.
Yes. Before mounting, confirm there will be no interference from the tow vehicle, tongue, ground, or other accessories while stationary or in motion. Check all positions including handle swing and swivel positions. Check again after installation is complete.
No. Bolt-on models use pre-drilled holes in the jack bracket and mounting straps. No drilling is required. Weld-on models require AWS certified welding but no drilling.
Torque all locknuts on bolt-on mounting brackets to 25 ft. lbs. For A-plate jacks, torque the three 3/8-16 grade 5 bolts to 15-20 ft. lbs.
Fully retract and rotate the jack before towing. Remove any optional drop foot or caster before towing to maximize ground clearance. Lock the plunger pin on swivel jacks before raising or lowering.
Perform lubrication at least annually. Side-wind models require automotive grease on internal gearing and lightweight oil on the handle. Top-wind models require lightweight oil on the screw stem. In marine environments, flush with fresh water and apply fresh lubricant.
Debris in the snap ring groove prevents proper seating. Before installing the snap ring, inspect the snap ring groove and remove any debris. Then seat the snap ring fully into the groove.
The locknut may not be tight enough. Tighten the locknut until there is little movement in the bushing. Excessive movement indicates the locknut needs further tightening.
Free Shipping
Ships free on all orders
Authorized Dealer
FREE ShippingFREE SHIPPING
Estimated delivery Thu, Sep 17 - Sun, Sep 20
Order before 2 PM EST Monday–Friday for same-day processing
Guaranteed safe & secure checkout
George
Ordered online. Shipment arrived on time and with all the correct parts. Great customer service and friendly staff. Also, pricing was great!
May 22, 2023
