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Old November 11th 18, 03:30 AM posted to rec.aviation.soaring
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Default What is the best point to jack up a Cobra Trailer ?

On Friday, November 9, 2018 at 12:51:57 PM UTC-8, Nick Kennedy wrote:
Good one there Chip
Should make sure the jack is going to fit under there with a flat/ no tire left
One of my friends was killed on the interstate changing a flat back in the early 80's
Dangerous place to be.


Was he killed by another car or truck, or was he pinned under the vehicle?

Changing driver's side flats is very risky business - been there, done that.. Pull over as much as you can off the road, or consider driving to a safe spot with the flat. If not possible, unhitch and position the tow vehicle into a position behind the trailer to protect you, like what police do when they stop a car (they are wider than the glider trailer). Obviously, turn emergency flashers on.

Tom