Size of jack pads?
We are putting jack pads on our Xmas list. What size do we need to do the job so that we don't punch through asphalt. I see Camco 6 x 6 at Walmart & Amazon has some Tico 14 x 12. Naturally, the TIC...
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donn0128 wrote:
Jack pads? From my experiences the larger they are the faster they break. If there is the slightest uneven surface under them the pressure can break them in a hurry. Personally I use 2X6 pressure treat lumber cut to about 10-12 inches long. Cheap, and if they break, you have fire wood.
As for wheel chocks? Go to Harbor Freight. They have some really nice heavy rubber ones that work very well. Best thing is they are also cheap.
To the last part of your ?
The pads you place between the tires on dual axle trailers work well to help eliminate movement in the trailer. However they are not for all trailers. CW sells a couple of different sizes. But on my fiver I cannot use them because the space between tires is too close for them. So before you go buy some, go measure the distance.
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