Wheel Chocks
For many years I have used Roto-chocks on my fifth wheel and had no issues. The problem came when I decided to buy a new 5th wheel and now the Chocks are not wide enough. I believe Roto-Chock is out o...
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Crabbypatty wrote:
When I looked at Roto they were around $60 and now they are less. All they do is jam the wheels so they don't move. Instead of spending $60 we always have ratchet straps in the TT to tie down this and that. I placed the vinyl coated hook through one of the rim holes on the top of each wheel. The rear wheel I hooked into a 11-12 o'clock hole the front a 12-1 o'clock hole. Then I tighten the ratchet but not to tight just snug. Works perfectly and also works as a "parking brake" in addition to a wheel chock when on a hilly surface.
That's a brilliant idea, though I'd use 2 straps and cross them from say, 12 to 6 on each wheel. This way, no matter which direction the trailer tries to roll, you're putting opposite pull on the other wheel.
Lyle
