Nice work
Campthewestcoast
You took it to another level but either of our approaches is a great improvement. Too bad the people at HI-Lo didn't apply their high quality standards in this area. It is so important to the customer. I like to keep the batteries separate so I know when one is...
Battery solution
My solution to a run down battery problem was to add a second one as shown in attached pictures. Note that I added a metal strap to support the tray adequately. I select one battery at a time using a post screwed into the bottom of the hydraulic pump and the two negative...
This document may help you with estimating weights. I believe it is for 2006 units. I think you would need a heavy duty truck (e.g a Chev 2500) for a 31 footer.
This checklist may save you some unplanned damage. I wrote it after a close call with leaving the water pressure regulator in place after removing the hose. I just saw it in time before lowering the top.