I'm a long time RVer but just downsized to a 2018 Rockwood 8299BS. My previous rigs all had hydraulic level systems, but this 5er only has power stabilizer jacks in the back and the power jacks in the front. Most of the places we camp now are relatively flat, but are still off enough to need some leveling. I'm contemplating adding the Lippert leveling kit, but not sure I want to part with $2,700 yet. So what does everyone use for leveling their 5er? Thanks in advance for any help.

I have used 2x6s to drive in and just got the Andersen camper Leveler things, both work just fine.

I found wood boards to be best. My Anderson's broke rather quickly.

I also use 2x8 boards that are 4’ long. I installed handles on the edges to make it easy to move. I’ve used them on both my fivers since 2007. I place a 9” long level door way to check level. The jacks on the rear are not leveling jacks just for stabilizing.I was too cheap to order them on my Columbus. Rarely have I had to use both 2x8’s on top of each other.

I have always carried two 2”x8”x6’ boards with bevel cuts on the end. Depending on leveling needed I would have one wheel on one board, both wheels on the board, one wheel on one board and the other wheel on both boards stacked, or have both wheels on both boards stacked. Bought the Andersen levelers to get rid of the boards but haven’t had a chance to use them.

The yellow blocks work great for us, easy to store, lightweight to use. IMO not worth spending large chunks of change for a leveling kit. That's money better spent traveling.

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RoyF
Explorer
Apr 18, 2019
I use 2" x 12"s, so I can claim bragging rights for widest boards so far! For judging level, I find that the RV's door works just fine. Open it 90 degrees and see which way it swings for fore-and-aft leveling. Open it slightly and see with way it swings for side to side leveling.
Roger10378
Explorer II
Apr 18, 2019
2- 2X8's plus 2- 1/2 inch plywood. I can get anything I need up to 4 inches in 1/2 inch increments. Then you use a small piece of 1/2 inch plywood on one of the front legs if needed to get them to have the same load. Or you can buy a leveler for one leg if you want.
IdaD
Explorer
Apr 18, 2019
I throw a bunch of 2x6 blocks in my truck and they do the trick. I always seem to have extra lumber laying around from projects so I don't see much point to spending money on something to accomplish the same thing.
fj12ryder
Explorer III
Apr 18, 2019
The yellow blocks work great for us, easy to store, lightweight to use. IMO not worth spending large chunks of change for a leveling kit. That's money better spent traveling.
BB_TX
Nomad
Apr 18, 2019
I have always carried two 2”x8”x6’ boards with bevel cuts on the end. Depending on leveling needed I would have one wheel on one board, both wheels on the board, one wheel on one board and the other wheel on both boards stacked, or have both wheels on both boards stacked.

Bought the Andersen levelers to get rid of the boards but haven’t had a chance to use them.
amxpress
Explorer
Apr 18, 2019
I also use 2x8 boards that are 4’ long. I installed handles on the edges to make it easy to move. I’ve used them on both my fivers since 2007. I place a 9” long level door way to check level. The jacks on the rear are not leveling jacks just for stabilizing.
I was too cheap to order them on my Columbus. Rarely have I had to use both 2x8’s on top of each other.
pianotuna
Nomad III
Apr 18, 2019
I found wood boards to be best. My Anderson's broke rather quickly.
LanceRKeys
Explorer
Apr 18, 2019
I have used 2x6s to drive in and just got the Andersen camper Leveler things, both work just fine.

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