Spread Axles and X Style Chocks .....

[Ductape]

We have a 2015 Bullet 243BHS and I'm wanting some X-chocks. I measure 17" at the closest point between the tires. I'm looking at the Ultra Fab XLs, as I can buy them in a 2 pack.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B017O3L2CK/ref=ox_sc_sfl_title_5?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER

Or, perhaps the BALs for substantially more money (available only as singles as far as I can find).

https://www.amazon.com/BAL-28014-X-Chock-Locking-Chock/dp/B00B2ATTUE/ref=pd_sbs_263_1?ie=UTF8&dpID=41S-WhY-yaL&dpSrc=sims&preST=_AC_UL160_SR160%2C160_&refRID=07QTWWWYF9AJKAQWFDZD

Both claim to open to 17"..... which I fear may not be wide enough. Anyone have experience with these? Do they spread enough to work with my Bullet's axles ?

Thanks !

http://www.keystoneforums.com/attachments/photobucket/img_204548_0_7cfb7ca617d4fb170c73b0a1a7e46c08.jpg

[Clark]

You maybe want to look at the fastway onestep chock they make them for spread axles, Amazon carrys them.

[4LowNGo]

I have the fastway one steps on one side and standard plastic chocks on the other. Just make sure they're the extended fastway one steps. So easy to use.

[bill-e]

I got my SIL a pair of Ball's for his new 287QBS which has a 16.5" spread...they work fine.

[chris15005]

Fastway one step XL for spread axles i have them on both sides of our 2770RB for our seasonal site. When traveling one side Anderson levelers one side XL chock best $$ i ever spent.

[B-O-B'03]

Fastway one step XL for spread axles i have them on both sides of our 2770RB for our seasonal site. When traveling one side Anderson levelers one side XL chock best $$ i ever spent.

+1

I user the Anderson if I need to level or Fastway XL on both sides if not.

I keep a length of 2X4 in the front storage, makes it much easier to deploy the XLs. With them and the Steadyfast the trailer is pretty solid.

-Brian

[jkohler70]

Do you put the 2X4 on the ground, then the XL on that? I just bought the XL's last month, and have only used it twice.

[Mike484]

One Step chocks and BAL Lock Arms for me. They do a fantastic job.

[B-O-B'03]

Do you put the 2X4 on the ground, then the XL on that? I just bought the XL's last month, and have only used it twice.

I put the XL down and then use the 2X4, as a lever, to lock it in place.

-Brian

[Desert185]

I put the XL down and then use the 2X4, as a lever, to lock it in place.

-Brian

What do you lever the 2x4 against and how long is it?

[B-O-B'03]

What do you lever the 2x4 against and how long is it?

It is hard for me to get any leverage to lock them into place so I use the 2X4 like this
https://c5.staticflickr.com/8/7410/27415347620_570aac92a8_z.jpg
https://c1.staticflickr.com/8/7398/27081394824_aa0e6b5072_z.jpg

-Brian

[Desert185]

OK, a platform for both feet.

[michael_h]

I bought the x-chocks designed for wide stance tires, they come only in a single pack and work great

http://keystonerv.org/forums/picture.php?albumid=634&pictureid=3999

[Ductape]

Well, I went ahead and ordered the 2 pack of Ultra-fab X-large chocks. They seem to work just fine.... in the yard. I will try them camping this coming weekend. With 17 inches between my tires at the narrowest point, these obviously open wider than their claimed 17 inches. Under $95 on Amazon. Thanks for all the replies !

[Desert185]

It is hard for me to get any leverage to lock them into place so I use the 2X4 like this
https://c5.staticflickr.com/8/7410/27415347620_570aac92a8_z.jpg
https://c1.staticflickr.com/8/7398/27081394824_aa0e6b5072_z.jpg

-Brian

It occured to me that this might not help sell these chocks. :D

To be fair...mine work well without the 2x4, adapt to short or long wheelbase, less money than x-chocks that require a kneel down or squat and crank to install :banghead: and only one side needed. FWIW...

[audio1der]

I wondered how effective the chocks would be as they're SOOO long and extended with spread axles, making them wobbly? It also puts a lot of stress on the axles & mounting components, pushing the axles apart.
I use wheel chocks on both sides of the tires of the front axle, and put a ratcheting cargo strap around each chock/tire/chock to cinch it tight. That made a measurable difference.

[Justvisiting2day]

Just measure between the tires, closest point. Mine fit with lots of room to move. I live in mine for 3-4 months and they are great.