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Post by mcummins0507 on Nov 2, 2015 12:24:35 GMT -5
Anyone have any suggestions on a good set of wheel chucks for a 40 foot 13000 pound fifth wheel? Durango 380FL
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Post by johnr on Nov 2, 2015 13:14:51 GMT -5
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Post by mcummins0507 on Nov 2, 2015 13:20:40 GMT -5
I actually had to level my trailer on boards under the wheels for the first time and my chocks like this didn't do much. I was actually wondering if the clamp type between the wheels would be a better option.
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Post by shortlance on Nov 2, 2015 14:52:17 GMT -5
The ones that expand between the wheels worked great for me. Since I got the Stoneridge with the leveling jacks I really didn't need them so I gave them to a friend that is just getting into camping and he loves them also. They are worth the investment but measure between your wheels to be sure they will fit. They just barely fit between the wheels on our old Montego Bay.
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Post by mcummins0507 on Nov 2, 2015 15:09:46 GMT -5
Mine has 6 Point auto level - so I probably don't need them?
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Post by johnr on Nov 2, 2015 15:46:30 GMT -5
I don't like the expanding ones between the wheels because I envision stress being placed on the axles in a direction that's not normal. It's a personal thing and I don't have any real world stories.
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Post by shortlance on Nov 2, 2015 16:20:04 GMT -5
Mine has 6 Point auto level - so I probably don't need them? I don't use anything when on level ground but still use the plastic wedges if I'm on any kind od slope. Don't really know if it is necessary but gives me some peace of mind. |
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Post by lynnmor on Nov 2, 2015 17:59:09 GMT -5
The metal X type chocks don't do a great job of preventing a trailer from rolling away. If you anticipate parking on significant slopes, you might want to get the hard rubber type chocks instead of the slippery plastic ones. In addition, the homemade wooden chocks for between the wheels have greater resistance to rolling than the metal X-chocks.
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Post by shortlance on Nov 2, 2015 19:18:39 GMT -5
The metal X type chocks don't do a great job of preventing a trailer from rolling away. If you anticipate parking on significant slopes, you might want to get the hard rubber type chocks instead of the slippery plastic ones. In addition, the homemade wooden chocks for between the wheels have greater resistance to rolling than the metal X-chocks. I had expandable chocks that were not x type and they worked fine. I got mine before the x chocks came out and they were probably made better then the x chocks because they worked great. |
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Post by pipeliner on Nov 2, 2015 20:54:00 GMT -5
The x-chocks I use on my triple axle have biting edges angled toward the tires. They aren't going anywhere! They don't have to be so tight that you start pushing the axles apart either. I use one on each side and never have to worry about them slipping out. I usually hit the pin with decent force to make sure the hitch is locked and I have had no issues. I set up several times a year in varying terrain. Go with the x-chocks. Don't buy the cheapos either. Get the real deal. The off brand have moveable feet that have no grip at all.and they area pain to adjust. X-chock has a rachet wrench. Smooth as silk.
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Post by paroadking1 on Nov 2, 2015 21:27:09 GMT -5
The x-chocks I use on my triple axle have biting edges angled toward the tires. They aren't going anywhere! They don't have to be so tight that you start pushing the axles apart either. I use one on each side and never have to worry about them slipping out. I usually hit the pin with decent force to make sure the hitch is locked and I have had no issues. I set up several times a year in varying terrain. Go with the x-chocks. Don't buy the cheapos either. Get the real deal. The off brand have moveable feet that have no grip at all.and they area pain to adjust. X-chock has a rachet wrench. Smooth as silk. X2 |
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Post by 0rion on Nov 3, 2015 7:52:16 GMT -5
I cut some 4x4's and used all thread though the center. Work great. Haven't had the trailer roll away yet.  |
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Post by paroadking1 on Nov 3, 2015 8:07:34 GMT -5
The wedge wheel chocks won't stop the trailer from rocking unless you force them in tight.
The X Chocks stop the rocking
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