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StinkBomb · 01-06-2021, 11:19 AM

Hi! Where is the sale?

as-ty · 01-06-2021, 12:06 PM

I got a couple of the HF chocks with the eyebolts a couple years ago. Love 'em! They're also handy for keeping things from sliding around in the bed of my TV. I lost one of them and my local HF never has them in stock, so I got a similar one from Home Depot but I don't like it. The eyebolt is recessed and impossible to grab with a finger. The HB version is much better.

X-Chocks are great for stabilization, but you must level your trailer before installing the X-Chocks (yeah, I read the manual), so you'll need something to keep the trailer from rolling away while you do that.

And if you search Amazon, you'll find chocks like the HB version that come in orange. I personally hate the bright color, but it makes it a little harder to drive off without them. :-)

Halford1 · 01-06-2021, 01:00 PM

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Originally Posted by Bauerg

While you are at Harbor Freight, check out their anti fatigue foam rubber matts.They come in different widths and lengths. Our floors have been covered with them for over a year and they hardly show any wear. They can be cut with scissors easily to fit anywhere. They insulate the floor and allow you to kneel down without discomfort when getting access to lower items in the trailer. And an added plus is when time to clean the floor, pull them out and sponge them off outside without bending over. They are cheap and come in a neutral grey color. Trust me, once tried, you will never go back.

be careful with rubber mats on vinyl floors in Airstreams. they do leave stains on the vinyl floor and it will never be removed. If you want a mat, get one without rubber.

Halford1 · 01-06-2021, 01:00 PM

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Originally Posted by as-ty

I got a couple of the HF chocks with the eyebolts a couple years ago. Love 'em! They're also handy for keeping things from sliding around in the bed of my TV. I lost one of them and my local HF never has them in stock, so I got a similar one from Home Depot but I don't like it. The eyebolt is recessed and impossible to grab with a finger. The HB version is much better.

X-Chocks are great for stabilization, but you must level your trailer before installing the X-Chocks (yeah, I read the manual), so you'll need something to keep the trailer from rolling away while you do that.

And if you search Amazon, you'll find chocks like the HB version that come in orange. I personally hate the bright color, but it makes it a little harder to drive off without them. :-)

orange rubber?

Halford1 · 01-06-2021, 01:01 PM

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Originally Posted by StinkBomb

Hi! Where is the sale?

Rubber chocks can be found in Harbor Freight, near car body tools.

as-ty · 01-07-2021, 09:48 AM

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Originally Posted by Halford1

orange rubber?

Sorry...not orange rubber. I meant to say they look like the HF chocks, but they're orange. I haven't seen any in person, just the product photos online.

SailorSam205 · 01-07-2021, 09:53 AM

I thought about the HF rubber chocks, decided against them due to weight and that they had an odor. Not sure if the odor dissipates but I didn't want them in my trailer. At one campground we were at, I saw a guy install a set of metal chocks but never got an opportunity to talk to him about them. Then I saw them at an RV rally, Fastway One-Step chocks. In my mind, they are the best available for a multi-axle trailer. Reasonable weight, fast, secure install and removal. I also had a set of x-chocks and don't like them. If you use a ratchet, they take a while to install and remove, using a battery drill can get you a whacked hand, ask me how I know. Well the One-Steps do as good a job as the X-Chocks did at stopping the bouncing. So I sold the X-Chocks and only carry the One-Steps.
Only reason not to consider these is if you are sold on something like the Anderson levelers.

Halford1 · 01-07-2021, 01:09 PM

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Originally Posted by SailorSam205

I thought about the HF rubber chocks, decided against them due to weight and that they had an odor. Not sure if the odor dissipates but I didn't want them in my trailer. At one campground we were at, I saw a guy install a set of metal chocks but never got an opportunity to talk to him about them. Then I saw them at an RV rally, Fastway One-Step chocks. In my mind, they are the best available for a multi-axle trailer. Reasonable weight, fast, secure install and removal. I also had a set of x-chocks and don't like them. If you use a ratchet, they take a while to install and remove, using a battery drill can get you a whacked hand, ask me how I know. Well the One-Steps do as good a job as the X-Chocks did at stopping the bouncing. So I sold the X-Chocks and only carry the One-Steps.
Only reason not to consider these is if you are sold on something like the Anderson levelers.

No idea that the HF wheel chocks smell. Never noticed it or bothered me. You do not use chocks inside the trailer, they belong to outside, securing the wheels to keep Airstream from rolling away and keeps you from saying, "Gone with the Wind" when the AS rolls away, aided by strong winds.

I am deaf and when I lost my sense of hearing, my other sense increased to compensate for the loss of hearing: meaning my sense of smell increased vastly, does my other senses. I do NOT smell any odor from HF wheel chocks. Unless you hate the smell of rubber like tires. Over time the smell of rubber on tires and wheel chocks dissipate.

SailorSam205 · 01-08-2021, 08:47 AM

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Originally Posted by Halford1

No idea that the HF wheel chocks smell. Never noticed it or bothered me. You do not use chocks inside the trailer, they belong to outside, securing the wheels to keep Airstream from rolling away and keeps you from saying, "Gone with the Wind" when the AS rolls away, aided by strong winds.

All I can say is that the chocks I checked out at my local HF store had a definite and significant odor. So strong that I was concerned about having them inside a storage compartment while traveling. I did put a set into a basket, but ended up putting them back on the shelf. Also, I don't use chocks at my storage location, the ground is dead flat and relatively soft, to the extent my tires sink into the ground a bit over a couple of days. So, the chocks I checked in the store would be a problem between trips.

Halford1 · 01-08-2021, 04:33 PM

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Originally Posted by SailorSam205

All I can say is that the chocks I checked out at my local HF store had a definite and significant odor. So strong that I was concerned about having them inside a storage compartment while traveling. I did put a set into a basket, but ended up putting them back on the shelf. Also, I don't use chocks at my storage location, the ground is dead flat and relatively soft, to the extent my tires sink into the ground a bit over a couple of days. So, the chocks I checked in the store would be a problem between trips.

the chocks must be VERY new just like the tires. my fetish is smelling the new tires. Sadly the rubbery smell will fade away shortly. very sad.

FishByFly · 01-08-2021, 08:08 PM

I bought two of the HF chocks and just tossed them in the bed of my truck. Will have them around if I should need them for the truck or trailer.

WhereStream · 01-09-2021, 08:08 AM

Stinky chocks?

Yes, they are.

I left mine outside in the sun. After a while, the rubber gave off whatever it was that caused the stink.

Not a problem now.