Single axle chocks

[arlingtontx]

I likely will be getting a 185RB and have a question about chocks. I see that with tandem axles, the X-chocks are what most people choose. But what is recommended on a single axle trailer? If leveling blocks are used on one side, is chocking only one side sufficient?

[curver900]

both sides front and back .. I would look at the Anderson leveler..

[oldmanAZ]

IMO...

Originally Posted by arlingtontx

I likely will be getting a 185RB and have a question about chocks. I see that with tandem axles, the X-chocks are what most people choose.Not necessarily most people. But what is recommended on a single axle trailer? If leveling blocks are used on one side, is chocking only one side sufficient?NO

We use x-type chocks on our tandem axle trailer primarily to reduce trailer movement.

We use 'rubber' wedge-type chocks primarily to stop the trailer from rolling. (We tried the inexpensive, hard plastic chocks but once too often they would slide on hard surfaces. The rubber chocks have worked better for us.)

Leveling blocks usually do not incorporate a way to stop a trailer from rolling. Leveling blocks require an additional component to prevent rolling. You will need chocks on BOTH sides. Leveling wedges usually have a block to stop the wedge from rotating so an additional chock is not used with them, but that type still needs chocks for the opposite side.

[SouthCo]

I use heavy rubber wheel chocks like these on both sides:


https://www.walmart.com/ip/Rubber-Do...&wl13=&veh=sem

[Sundancer330]

Here is the best way to level and chock a single axle trailer, love how simple and durable it is.

https://www.amazon.com/Andersen-Hitc...eveling+blocks

[arlingtontx]

The Anderson leveling blocks do look like the way to go with a set of rubber chocks for the other side.

But am I always going to use leveling blocks? Do I need 2 sets of chocks as well as the leveling blocks?

[curver900]

yes, you need 2 sets... be careful of the one from Wallymart... they STINK! I got some from northern hydraulics and had to take them back they even stunk up my truck after sitting out for a week...

[Sundancer330]

Originally Posted by arlingtontx

The Anderson leveling blocks do look like the way to go with a set of rubber chocks for the other side.

But am I always going to use leveling blocks? Do I need 2 sets of chocks as well as the leveling blocks?

If the ground is pretty level you won't need the levelers but that doesn't happen to often. Then as others have stated use regular chocks on both sides front and back of the tire. Amazon is the best place to find most trailer goodies.

[penguin149]

I level one side and use this on the other.

https://www.amazon.com/BAL-28020-Sin.../dp/B001UGPEJA

[FeatherFam]

Originally Posted by penguin149

I level one side and use this on the other.

https://www.amazon.com/BAL-28020-Sin.../dp/B001UGPEJA

This is a good product.

But when we had a single axle, we used the BAL Leveler on one side and a heavy duty set of chocks on the other side. The BAL Leveler is an awesome product (same company as above) - A level and chock in one, check it out. You can use it even when level by snug it up a bit to engage the wheel. When we found it, it changed our set experience much for the better!
http://norcoind.com/bal/products/con...eleveler.shtml

[mmwhit]

Originally Posted by Sundancer330

Here is the best way to level and chock a single axle trailer, love how simple and durable it is.

https://www.amazon.com/Andersen-Hitc...eveling+blocks

X2. (I would also place regular chocks on the other side as well)

[01tundra]

We use an Anderson Rapid Jack 3620 for leveling and then small rubber wheel chocks for keeping the TT in place.

The Rapid Jack is about 2" taller than the Andersen leveler, which makes all the difference in some of the state parks we stay in.

With the Andersen leveler and our LevelmatePRO it's usually under a minute for us to be leveled and chocked and that's with only having to get out the truck one time to throw the leveler under the tire.....so easy it's almost like cheating

[barryg]

On our old single axle trailer we also used the BAL leveler as someone previously mentioned. It was fantastic wish they made one for tandem axle trailers.