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Old 02-22-2013, 12:59 AM
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Camco tri levelers. I carry two since my dual axels are spaced so far apart.

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Old 02-22-2013, 10:51 AM
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We use the orange plastic blocks.
But, I just recently cut some 4X4 blocks X 1'.
Typically 2-3 of the orange plastic will level our trailer.
I use the 4x4 now to reduce the extension of the stabilizer scissor jacks.
The less the scissor jacks are extended, the less movement you get in the trailer (the better stabilized).
I actually made 2 pair of the 4x4 that are screwed together. I can use these as a base and place a single 4x4 on top of them for 8" (7.5") of height under the stabilizers.
My rear stabilizers are mounted 4" higher than the front ones on my trailer. I can usually get a solid fit on the front, but need the extra boost to get a solid fit on t he rear.
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In addition to the orange block levelers, look at getting the X-Chock Tire lockers. Those things have reduced the trailer bouncing when walking in and out of it.
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Originally Posted by venatic
In addition to the orange block levelers, look at getting the X-Chock Tire lockers. Those things have reduced the trailer bouncing when walking in and out of it.
I just recently bought some of the lightweight screw levelers at a garage sale for $1 each.
I was told that if you put them near the axels on each side, this would help. I haven't used them yet.
Have your ever tried these?
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Originally Posted by humblerb
I just recently bought some of the lightweight screw levelers at a garage sale for $1 each.
I was told that if you put them near the axels on each side, this would help. I haven't used them yet.
Have your ever tried these?
No I haven't. What I was talking about goes in between the tires on a double axle camper. Keeps the tires from moving back and forth.
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I bought three 8 foot long 2x6's. I cut one at 4 feet, one at 5 feet and one at 6 feet with a 45 degree bevel on the front in case I have to stack them in any combination. I took the rest of the lumber and cut it into one foot sections to use in extreme conditions or to just place under the leveling feet on the 4 corners. In between the tires I cut little blocks with angles to match my wheel set up and then place a carriage bolt between them. I use a ratchet wrench to tighten it up. I made a homemade version of this...

http://www.campingworld.com/shopping...op-chock/29163

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Old 02-22-2013, 04:11 PM
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Originally Posted by venatic
No I haven't. What I was talking about goes in between the tires on a double axle camper. Keeps the tires from moving back and forth.
Sorry, I didn't say it, but I knew what you were talking about.
I was just wondering if anyone had used the screw type stabilizers.
I have looked at the tire lockers.
If they work as well as you say, I might just have to give them a try next.

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Originally Posted by humblerb
I have looked at the tire lockers.
If they work as well as you say, I might just have to give them a try next.
They work great. If you ever have to park the trailer on a hill, they're essential. Here's the ones I bought:
http://www.etrailer.com/Wheel-Chocks...21-001070.html

There are two sizes, one for tandem tires up to 5.5" apart, and another for tires up to 10" apart. I've seen some trailers with the tandem tires more than 10" apart, so I don't know what they're supposed to do.
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Here is a cheaper option, made from some 4X4 post and a pipe clamp. They are in use on my third TT now and still work great.


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Originally Posted by ecobeest
Here is a cheaper option, made from some 4X4 post and a pipe clamp. They are in use on my third TT now and still work great.


I think I'll have to make some of those myself!

I have some 2x10 cut into 3' lengths (should be long enough to go under both wheels) that I use for leveling.


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