Wheel Chocks

[idtrout1]

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 of business so my question is there any other way to add about an inch of material to each side of my current chocks. The distance between the tires on the new trailer are about 2 inches further apart than the old trailer. Or am I better off to just buy some new chocks.

[fj12ryder]

I found my set of old Roto-Choks partial assemblies. They measure 5 1/2 top and 3 1/2 bottom.

[laknox]

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

[Dick_B]

Here is the website of a former dealer who has offered to match up owners of RotoChocks that no longer fit. It's worth an email.
http://www.viprv.com/rotochok.cfm

[Crabbypatty]

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.

[abc40kids]

I too have Roto-chocks but with this new fifth wheel I don't use them, it has the 6 point leveling and is very stable with all 6 legs down. I gave mine to a friend and you should be able to find something very similar to what you had. A good set of chocks between the tires make a HUGE difference in stopping movement in the camper.

[fj12ryder]

Let me take a look around. When I got the new toyhauler I had to get narrower Roto-Choks. I kept the old parts and may still have them around someplace. If I can find them you are more than welcome to them. No guarantees but I'll do some looking tomorrow.

[waltbennett]

I just use regular chocks on the ground. Tried a couple of the between the wheels ones but they were too much hassle - both sides have slides that I would have to put them in while the tires were warm/hot from traveling before putting the slides out and then the become loose and I can't adjust them easily. Rubber chocks work best in my opinion.