Leveling Blocks

[Bill Meyers]

I'm looking to buys some of those plastic leveling blocks in order to eliminate some weight in my trailer.
I've looked at the Camco Heavy Duty Leveling Blocks, and the LYNX Levelers. The price is about the same.
Is one any better than the other? Does anybody have any preferences or experience with them?

 

[Gronk]

I use the Lynx Levelers and can't give any info on the Camco levelers, but the Lynx are somewhat easy to damage on gravel. They will deform slightly, but that may be because of the weight of my trailers. You don't say if you have a motorhome or trailer, but I would seriously consider wood blocks for a motorhome.

 

[Bill Meyers]

I use the Lynx Levelers and can't give any info on the Camco levelers, but the Lynx are somewhat easy to damage on gravel. They will deform slightly, but that may be because of the weight of my trailers. You don't say if you have a motorhome or trailer, but I would seriously consider wood blocks for a motorhome.

Thanks. I have a Rockwood trailer (2703WS) Not real heavy.
I did notice in some of the pictures, the LYNX Levelers appear to be bowing under a load.

 

[Gronk]

Just as an FYI, the Lynx that I have are probably at least 12 years old, so they do hold up since I don't use them every time and they still fit in the bag for them. They do last..........

 

[Skipper N Martha Bishop]

I use the Andersen 3604 leveling system and I have a Level Pro also. I pull up on the blocks tell the Level Pro tells me I'm level side by side then my wife puts the bottom ducks in. Very easy and stable, they work great for me. Skipper

 

[John&Andrea]

I have used the Lynx for a good number of years. They have worked well for me.

 

[AbdRahim]

I switched from Camco to Lynx when I went from a 12,000 lb MH to 26,000. I use the Lynx under my levelers, stacked four high plus the cap. They hold it with no problem. I put a couple of 2x10’s under them.

 

[FL-JOE]

When we began our FT journey I purchased a set of plastic leveling blocks. After about 6 months I made 6 of my own out of 2x12s. Over the last 10 years I have only repainted them once and they look great. Gave the plastic ones away.

 

[Joe Hogan]

We have used Utility Blocks for many years. They are durable and are designed to be stacked securely.

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[Trucker Bob]

I was wondering about blocks. Are the leveling wheel chocks the only thing I need? or do I need blocks as well? I'm planning staying at campgrounds not dry camping starting out.
TB

 

[FL-JOE]

I suppose where you camp would have an effect on the type and number of blocks needed. No matter what RV a person has it probably has to be fairly level for the slides to operate as intended.

We won't use a site (paid site or dry camping site) if it isn't close to level, therefore we only carry enough 2x12 wood blocks to go under jacks if we need them. As far as wheel chocks, they are not needed in a motorized RV. For TTs and fivers you can use the plastic ones or cut 4x4 pieces of wood. We do prefer the hard plastic wheel chocks.

 

[Bob K4TAX]

I use some 2 x 8 cut to the length and with a 45-degree bevel cut on each end. I have 3 lengths so I can stack them as needed. Each one is shorter than the other so the bevels align making it easier to ramp up. I start with the long one, then the next shorter one, and then the shortest one, if and as needed. The shortest one allows for both wheels to be on the leveling board. They are made from pressure-treated material and painted dark moss green. As to chocks, I cut 2 pieces of 4 x 6 with a 45 on each end. The lengths are such they slide between the two wheels on each side of the trailer. That way I only need 2 chock blocks, one for each side as the wheels are always chocked, left and right, fore and aft from the center.

I've also learned to "read" the left/right level on the front of the trailer. One mark means one block needed, two marks means 2 blocks needed, and three marks mean 3 blocks. needed. More than that and means it is out of level 4.5" in 8 ft. I have ways of dealing with that but I prefer to use a better / more level site.