X chocks

[geondebi]

I use the 4X4 like Old Farmer but I have a bar wood clamp. It works great and cost less than 20 bucks for the pair.

[Z1 owner]

I'll try the one this weekend and if it still isn't good enough I'll get the second one.

[socoguy]

Thanks Lloyd I imagine you saved some of us from wasted trip. Best to check the local hardware you originally suggested.

[mbutts]

The X-Chocks are NOT for holding the trailer while hitching/leveling/etc. I used the regular X-chocks for years and recently bought the extended version for the new trailer.

I noticed a small warning in the packing material and called Norco for clarification. They state the X-chocks are only for stabilizing the trailer from rocking, not for holding it in place. You must still use wheel chocks while hitching/unhitching.

[Lloyd]

Originally Posted by mbutts

The X-Chocks are NOT for holding the trailer while hitching/leveling/etc. I used the regular X-chocks for years and recently bought the extended version for the new trailer.

I noticed a small warning in the packing material and called Norco for clarification. They state the X-chocks are only for stabilizing the trailer from rocking, not for holding it in place. You must still use wheel chocks while hitching/unhitching.

Was there any reason stated that they won't hold the trailer? I guess I don't understand their thinking on that one. Unless its just the wide stance they're meaning.

Reason I'm questioning, is when I have mine in place, I don't remove them until I'm hooked up. I feel they are just about another set of brakes.

[mark5w]

Never cared for the X-Chocks. Poor surface area on tire. I prefer these:

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Better control of amount of force between tires and has bigger pads against tires.

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[socoguy]

Basl 2805 is definitely a better system, but at about $50 each and you should use two, I like Old farmers design.

[fire249]

I built some very similar to Old Farmers, but used a 1/2" threaded rod in place of the load binder. Took a ton of the fore/aft movement out of the trailer. I also question the reasoning of the warning? If you're essentially locking the tires together you would think it would be a sufficient parking brake, IMO.

[rdpalm]

Have a pair and loved them on the old camper...the new one with the wide "stable" stance is to far apart to use them.

[Tim D]

For the money I like Old Farmers idea. I think that is a great idea and have some old 4x4s stored that would be perfect. I am not pleased with the shifting/rocking I have with chocks alone. The load binders are cheap at just about any farm store. Thanks for sharing Old Farmer. I am going to try it.

[Tim D]

I was looking at some load binders today. They were too big. Then got to thinking whether or not this would work with the wide stance? Any thoughts?

[denlor]

they are well worth the money

[toddmor]

there are a few different styles of x-chocks.e-bay is a good source as well as most camper dealers. I have them and really like them. helps stabilize camper and is also another form of security. mine have a pad lock on them. helps deter theft of your camper. or at least slow them down