I have a Blue Ox Alpha 2 that is in the locked position for stowage. I’ve owned it about four years since new. I was in-between RV’s and it was not used for about 18 months. Now I’m not able to release it from “stow” position and deploy the arms down for towing. Thanks.
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That looks very similar to the Apollo I use. To be honest, I’m not certain what stowed position you are referring to, but I think the answer to your problem is to liberally spray some silicone lubricant at every pivot point.
Further, if your arms won’t extend, remove the rubber boots and spray away.
I agree with the lubricant suggestion. May have to bump it on the floor a could of times to break the seal. Yo do have the small lever pressed down I'm sure??
Spoke with Blue Ox. Picking up a couple of impact socket tools to remove both arms and loosen second bolt attaching to yoke. 1 1/8” and 1 1/16” nuts. This should loosen up whatever is binding from longer storage non-ops. I’ll update thread.
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