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Originally posted by mjlrpod I like the double sided chock you have. I like that much better than the 2 single chocks I use on each side of the tire. They look to be made of aluminum? It looks like the center connector is a turnbuckle, so you can adjust the size of the opening ? I will be ordering them soon.

The center part is a square with threaded sections on the ends in opposite directions, so it works like a turnbuckle. The end sections are some alloy. It is heavier than it would be if it were aluminum. The description says it has an anti-rust coating, so I think it is plated steel.

2 is for if you are on level ground. If not, then an Andersen Leveler or Beech Lane Leveler works well if you need to raise the low side 4" or less. I have the Andersen leveler because the Beech Lane Leveler did not exist when I purchased my A. L. My first one broke, but was replaced with what looks to be a stronger version under warranty. This type leveler, when the trailer is leveled, also acts as a chock. I also have the BAL leveler, but I think that the BAL leveler is more suited to the lighter RPods. The jack screw is a weak link. If not lubricated, it can gall and sieze or it can strip out and drop the load. Plus, the tilting tire platforms can't be good for the tires.

I like the Beech Lake Leveler, it has the grip mat! I use a piece of my old hiking bed mat under my Anderson's.. LOL

Originally posted by mjlrpod The Bal adjustable 2 sided chocks came in. They are bigger than I imagined, and pretty heavy duty. I'm pretty happy with these. So much nicer than the cheese wedge chocks i've used till now.

Great! I've been happy with the one I have. It has proven to be very durable and effective.

Originally posted by Olddawgsrule I debated those because they looked like they could actually stop the trailer rock. Didn't like the lift/leveling part of it.. Just me.. I've wondered why someone hasn't made something simpler. The dual axle folks have one!!

The single tire chocks being discussed do not have the lift/leveling function. That is an entirely different product. The single axle chock just blocks the wheels from rolling.