You want to get a 18v cordless drill without a hammer drill or impact features. If you accidentally set it one of these, you will break your lift system.
Also, keep an eye on the chuck size. I'm pretty sure you will need 1/2"
There are some with built in lights... your nice when setting up in the dark.
For those who don't know, a Socket Genie is THE QUICK WAY TO LOWER OR RAISE YOUR CAMPER ROOF OR JACKS. Several years ago it became apparent that the down sizing of the American vehicles was destined to cause the pop up trailer to increase in demand. A study was initiated to see if hydraulics or other convenience devises could be developed for this part of the RV industry. The result was the development of a miniature hydraulic system to level the fold down camper, a variation of the hydraulic system to raise the roof on the pop up vehicle, and a family of special sockets to raise and lower the roof and stabilizer jacks. Variations of the Socket Jenie product line also will operate levelers and jacks for 5th wheel and truck insert campers.
As the dealers and customers requested sockets for other applications, the original design evolved into a combination roof and stabilizer jack design, rear 5th wheel leveling jacks, travel trailer scissor jacks, and truck camper insert jacks. The socket is made from a single piece of steel, and the stem has been specially machined to eliminate slipping in the rill chuck. Due to the rugged construction of the socket, it has a lifetime warranty and is under $30.
To use the sockets that raise and lower the pop up camper roof, a drill with a 1/2" chuck is required. For other sockets the stem is designed identical to the roof socket, however the size of the stem has been reduced to fit a 3/8" drill chuck.
Thank you for posting all the pertinent information on the Socket Jenie. Especially important is the 1/2" chuck. Of course the torque is important too.
Many feel a cordless drill necessary, and have a heart attack when they see the price it.
(I did).
I was able to buy a corded black & decker drill with a 1/2" chuck for a very reasonable price (under $50) and it has been my favorite tool.
As I camp on electric sites, it's not a big deal for me to dig out my HD x-cord from my 'electrical' tote (always stored in back of tow vehicle) and hook up. When raising the roof, just before the side fabric becomes taut, I will manually crank the last few cranks so as not to 'over crank' and have prawl issues. I do the same lowering the roof.
Just wanted to say that if a 18-24v cordless drill is a bit too expensive - a corded one might fit the needs.
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