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ualdriver · 07-03-2017, 06:35 PM

https://www.amazon.com/Camco-44515-Y...ck+with+T-Hand

I purchased these yellow "lego blocks" when I had a gas powered RV (lighter) and now I have a heavier (26K chassis) DP. Will these blocks support the weight of my heavier chassis? I couldn't find anything in the specs on Amazon that describe a weight limit.

Also, can anyone recommend some inexpensive wheel chocks that would be appropriate for the weight of my RV? I saw some on Harbor Freight and a local camping shop, but they seemed a bit flimsy. Linky if possible.

Thanks!

Mr_D · 07-03-2017, 06:39 PM

My 30,000# 2000 38' DSDP absolutely crushed two of them stacked together under one of the four jacks. Gave the remaining obes to my son for his TT he used to have.

ualdriver · 07-03-2017, 06:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Mr_D

My 30,000# 2000 38' DSDP absolutely crushed two of them stacked together under one of the four jacks. Gave the remaining obes to my son for his TT he used to have.

Hmmm......That is what I feared. I usually drive up on them, though. I don't want yellow splinters in my favorite tires. My favorite tires are whatever tires are currently mounted on my RV : )

What do you use under your jacks or tires? I assume 2 x 6s or 2 x 8s or wood of similar size?

vsheetz · 07-03-2017, 06:59 PM

I made 12x12" and 18x18" blocks made by sandwiching pieces of 2x4 between 1/2" plywood. Easy to make and very strong.

snowman1 · 07-03-2017, 08:01 PM

If you are talking about jack pads I actually made three of them today, 12"x12" for the rear jacks and 14"x14" for the front jack. Sandwiched some old leftover Trex decking between two 1/2" pieces of plywood, glued and screwed together with a nifty rope handle. Didn't cost me anything other than my time.

If you are talking about the orange or yellow plastic blocks that snap together that you drive on, I've driven my 32K pound coach up on them numerous times to level out. Plenty strong enough. Not really designed to be used as jack pads, footprint isn't large enough and they would sink in soft dirt or gravel.

I carry two wheel chocks but have never used them. Try Craigslist or EBay if you're worried about it. Personally I'd find a different campsite if it's that out of level.

FIRE UP · 07-03-2017, 08:52 PM

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Originally Posted by ualdriver

https://www.amazon.com/Camco-44515-Y...ck+with+T-Hand

I purchased these yellow "lego blocks" when I had a gas powered RV (lighter) and now I have a heavier (26K chassis) DP. Will these blocks support the weight of my heavier chassis? I couldn't find anything in the specs on Amazon that describe a weight limit.

Also, can anyone recommend some inexpensive wheel chocks that would be appropriate for the weight of my RV? I saw some on Harbor Freight and a local camping shop, but they seemed a bit flimsy. Linky if possible.

Thanks!

ualdriver,
As you've been advised, the Leggo ones most likely won't work for you and your new heavier coach. Lumber is cheap. Heck, you can sometimes cruise by building sites and ask for enough to make some nice blocks or maybe even some ramps. But, nominal lumber, i.e. 2" x 6" or, 2" x 8" or, 2" x 10" or 12", will eventually crack. Sometimes sooner, sometimes later. It's designed for certain stresses IN BUILDING HOUSES.

But, when you drive on it and, it's not supported correctly, it WILL CRACK. So, this is why so many of us "sandwich" it between some form/size of plywood. Plywood is kind-a like elastic. It will give quite a bit before actually cracking. So, if you sandwich your nominal wood between the plywood, you'll have a stable platform to be used for anything in RVing, jacks, under tires etc. and , it will hold up for long periods of time.

There's all kinds of sizes and ways to make this kind of stuff so, take your pick. If you'd like some ideas, PM me or, anyone else that's done it and I'm sure you'd get the info you need.
Scott

rgvtexan · 07-03-2017, 09:53 PM

The plywood sandwich works well. I have an old milk crate that the sandwiches are cut to fit in. It makes storing a stack in easy and you can just walk around and deal them out or pick them back up. A hole drilled in the corner allows you to position them with an awning rod.

vsheetz · 07-03-2017, 09:58 PM

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Originally Posted by rgvtexan

The plywood sandwich works well. I have an old milk crate that the sandwiches are cut to fit in. It makes storing a stack in easy and you can just walk around and deal them out or pick them back up. A hole drilled in the corner allows you to position them with an awning rod.

I need to drill some holes, duh... Thanks!

ualdriver · 07-04-2017, 02:32 AM

All through vsheetz...........thanks!

Sounds like I need to get to Home Depot, find some of their discounted scrap 2 x 8s, 10s, or 12s, buy some 1/2" plywood, and make a sandwich of wood with the plywood Gorilla glued and screwed on the "bread" sides of the sandwich. That doesn't sound too bad.

Winemaker2 · 07-04-2017, 05:24 AM

I like to tie a rope to each.
It lets me throw them into palace under jacks and pull them back to the right position or retrieve them.

gatorcq · 07-04-2017, 05:52 AM

I have used the 12" x 12" for over 3 years, under the tires. The trick is clear the big rocks. To not go over 4 high.
Our rig was 32,000Lbs.

Used them like lego block. I have since upgraded to this type on our 34K Lbs unit

Ultra-Fab 30K Leveler Block.

AFChap · 07-04-2017, 08:54 AM

I use pieces cut from horse stall mats (recycled rubber) for jack pads and for tire pads when the rig is stored at home base. I carry thick plastic jack pads purchased years ago from EEZRV Products in the MH because they are much lighter than the rubber mats. I carry some 2x6 or 2x8 pieces for the rare occasion I need additional height under a jack or the VERY rare occasion I need/want something under a tire in an RV park.

OLYLEN · 07-04-2017, 09:46 AM

Went a bit further on my sandwiched boards. Got cheap door pulls screwed to the blocks, able to use awning hook to move around and retrieve. Also got a little gray epoxy paint, close out cheap or return bin, totally protects and water proofs. Got the boards from near by building sight from scrap bin.

LEN

FIRE UP · 07-04-2017, 01:42 PM

Handles are always nice to add to any type of blocking. I tried hard, fixed steel handles and, they're too big and, would not allow for stacking in the compartment. So, I went to what's called "Mule Tape". All it is is a 5/8" nylon webbing that's seriously strong stuff. I bought a 1000' roll of it at a swap meet for $40. I use it for everything.

Anyway, to install it on block/ramp, I just heat the ends so it does not unravel and then, use two body washers and two decking screws. DONE. I can carry those blocks, two at a time in each hand with those handles and, when it comes time to store them, the handles just collapse and the blocks store nice and tight to each other.
Scott