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.
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.
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.
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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.
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