Exact match. Not easy to install but not overly difficult either. The hardest part for me was removing the bolts that hold the unit in place. My RV manufacturer, and probably yours too, put the bolts in facing the wrong way, ie., the bolts went in to secure the jack stand in place BEFORE they applied the outer skin of the RV. Result - you can't get the bolt out (which you have to do to replace the Jack Stand) without a lot of harsh language, scraped knuckles, and creative physics. It's possible, but be prepared for a bit of a hassle.
That being said, the most difficult aspect of the install for me was "fat guy through a little door." You access the jack stands, at least on my RV, through the front storage door in the belly of the RV. Needless to say, it's an odd angle and not a huge opening - then you get to wrestle with the bolts as mentioned above.
Still, it's possible to do with a little patience and the right frame of mind. Nothing against this unit, it's a perfect match and will go in easily once you get past the manufacturer created hassles I've described here.
This is the perfect replacement part and very much worth the savings over having a repair shop - or dread the thought a super-expensive mobile RV service, fix your rig.
I've actually had to replace both of my stands now, about 3 months apart so word to the wise, if you have to replace one go ahead and just replace them both. Also - be sure you get the correct one, there is a difference between lead (with power head attached to it) and follow - the other side.
| Manufacturer | Lippert Components |
|---|---|
| Brand | Lippert Components |
| Model | 179014 |
| Item Weight | 24.2 pounds |
| Product Dimensions | 32 x 4 x 2.38 inches |
| Item model number | 179014 |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 179014 |
| Special Features | Inner tube extends additional 16” via 1” increments, Powder-coated finish, 21” stroke, Snap pin included |
