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05-07-2009, 01:23 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Aug 2004
Location: Livermore
Posts: 5,142
M.O.C. #1920
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One Chock or Two?
We are going to buy the between the wheel chocks to help take some of the movement out of the Big Sky. Does everyone use one or two? Our dealer thought only one would be necessary. Inquiring minds want to know. Thanks in advance.
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2021Montana 3230CK Super Solar Legacy Package
2021 Ram 3500 Laramie Longhorn, BIM Charging
4x4, SRW, LB, Crew Cab, Pullrite 3900 Hitch
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05-07-2009, 01:32 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Jul 2003
Location: Clearwater
Posts: 10,917
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TWO. Between the wheel chocks not only keep the trailer from rolling they also help eliminate movement making the rig more stable. They eliminate the back and forth movement inherent in the springs.
Can't believe the dealer said just one. If for no other reason than he is talking the customer out of an additional sale and more money in his pocket. That salesman needs more sales training and a better understanding about stabilization.
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05-07-2009, 01:33 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Apr 2007
Location: South Shore
Posts: 6,009
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Definitely two, we’ve been in situations where we had to chock on a hill and it could have pulled side ways if we would have only used one. It will also help to make the camper more stable wile walking around in it.
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05-07-2009, 01:44 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Mar 2009
Location: Fayetteville
Posts: 657
M.O.C. #9178
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Two each Rotochoks. They do a great job.
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05-07-2009, 02:47 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Sep 2006
Location: Casa Grande
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05-07-2009, 03:01 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Oct 2006
Location: _
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Rotochocks, two, LOVE EM!
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05-07-2009, 05:35 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Aug 2004
Location: Cedar Rapids
Posts: 4,876
M.O.C. #1944
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Yes, two. We use Roto-Choks.
Orv
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05-07-2009, 05:39 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Aug 2004
Location: Fallon
Posts: 6,064
M.O.C. #1989
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Two here also. Ed didn't want to spend that much money but after we got them (I did), he likes them. They definitely help.
Happy trails.........................
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05-07-2009, 06:27 AM
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Montana Fan
Join Date: Aug 2008
Location: Reading
Posts: 135
M.O.C. #8751
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Two homemade between-the-wheels. Two 4x4s cut on an angle with threaded rod pulling them toward each other. Easy to make. Easy to use. Jim
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05-07-2009, 10:35 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Nov 2002
Location: Bakersfield
Posts: 5,316
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The sales person who told you that you needed only one is a danger! Giving out information that could actually get folks hurt (or worse) is not a good thing. The chocks are not just a stabilization feature but are first and foremost a safety feature.
Using only one chock (of any type) can be a recipe for disaster. If you are parked on any kind of grade the rig could easily twist and cause damage. Always use two and please educate the sales person before he/she gets someone hurt.
Travel safely.
HamRad
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05-07-2009, 12:20 PM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Jan 2004
Location: Down the Road
Posts: 5,627
M.O.C. #889
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I run four, one in front of the tire and one in the rear of the tire on both sides.
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05-07-2009, 12:51 PM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Jan 2004
Location: Troy
Posts: 1,980
M.O.C. #808
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Since we only have one, you need two, one just isn't enough! That is another thing I need to buy.
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05-07-2009, 12:53 PM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Dec 2004
Location: Silver Springs
Posts: 2,873
M.O.C. #2716
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We use two. They are put between the wheels before the slides are out. Bill knocks on the door twice when they are in.
Helen
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05-07-2009, 02:32 PM
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Montana Fan
Join Date: Feb 2008
Location: Signal Mtn.
Posts: 280
M.O.C. #8206
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I use two of the BAL Deluxe Tire Locking Chocks, one on each wheel. They have worked fine for me; however, if I had it to do over I would probably buy the Roto-Chocks even though they are more expensive.
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05-07-2009, 03:04 PM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Mar 2007
Location: Bonita Springs
Posts: 1,943
M.O.C. #6977
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Why buy any if you don't buy 2 , its like ice cream , you either put iy in the freezer or set it in the sun , why bother with 1 ,, sailer
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05-07-2009, 03:21 PM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Apr 2009
Location: Murrieta
Posts: 5,816
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Like most everyone, I use two BAL scissor chocks between the tires that push against each tire. Lucky for me they fit. I know of others that the tires are so close together they could not use that kind. They went with the Roto Chock or similar where the chock rod goes between the tires and the chock shoes are above and below the tire to create the friction. I hope I am describing this correctly.
I don't use triangle chocks that sit on the ground because they don't work if I have to raise either side of the trailer because the tires end up in the air when the blocks are put under them. Admittedly the ONLY place I use these is at home where I park the trailer because my driveway is pretty flat.
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05-07-2009, 03:31 PM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Jan 2006
Location: San Antonio
Posts: 1,298
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2 scissor chokes between the tires--one on each side. AND the yellow triangle wheel chokes in front of front tire and behind the rear tire. Maybe an overkill but the triangles are cheap and extra safety when setting up and unhooking/hooking up to the TV. Also needed for the "pull test" prior to hitting the road. 
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05-07-2009, 04:09 PM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Aug 2004
Location: Livermore
Posts: 5,142
M.O.C. #1920
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Thanks for the confirmation. It didn't make sense to me either. I will be getting TWO!!
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Ron and Terrie Ames - MOC #1920/KF0NTA
2021Montana 3230CK Super Solar Legacy Package
2021 Ram 3500 Laramie Longhorn, BIM Charging
4x4, SRW, LB, Crew Cab, Pullrite 3900 Hitch
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05-07-2009, 04:50 PM
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Montana Fan
Join Date: Mar 2008
Location: San Jose
Posts: 200
M.O.C. #8250
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Agree with the form. Two Rotochocks. The ones CW sells were difficult to tighten under the fender skirt
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05-07-2009, 06:32 PM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Jul 2006
Location: Pasco
Posts: 986
M.O.C. #5972
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I use two scissor chocks between the tires and the yellow ones on one side only. I put the between the tires under the scissor chock against the appropriate tires. Looks neater I think.
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