Stabilizer extensions or blocks

[rgnmgr]

Our new trailer has manual scissor type stabilizers. Because the unit sits so high, it is sometimes difficult to lower the stabilizers low enough to provide support.
Any ideas for either extending the stabilizers or using some type of light weight blocks? I really don't want to carry more wooden blocks. I have seen cinder blocks used but that does not seem practical for traveling around.

[bmach]

We use the Linx blocks. We bought two sets of them.

[Outbackmel]

They easily stack and come in a carry bag. Use them frequently.
Because they inter lock, easy use in pouring rain!

[GaryWT]

We use the linx levelers but there are other brands. We have 4 sets of ten. We use them under the wheels while leveling and the divide the rest for the 4 corners. They have worked well.

[EricLynnAllison]

Use blocks, the stabilizers become less effective as they become vertical.

[cjm]

I made blocks that nestle together, so that each block can double in height but take up less storage space. as well, the smaller inside block can be used where the taller one won't fit.

[therink]

I carry 6 wooden blocks that I cut from 6x6 deck posts (about 12" lengths). They take a bit of space and are heavy but are very stable and work well in the most unforgiving sites. I also have lynx leveling blocks but have never used them.

[hankaye]

rgnmgr, Howdy;

I use 'half' blocks, they are approx. 8" square and place a piece of 2X8X8
on top. Be sure that you keep the hole in the block vertical, that the
'strong' side and the way they were designed to be used.

hankaye

[Javi]

Got caught short of blocks once.... now I carry 4 sets of 10 of the Camco blocks.

The DW still hasn't forgiven me for this setup, but it worked.

[Wing-in-it]

Originally Posted by Javi

Got caught short of blocks once.... now I carry 4 sets of 10 of the Camco blocks.

The DW still hasn't forgiven me for this setup, but it worked.

Hahahaha, that's, as my twelve y/o daughter would say "cray, cray!"

LOL

Mark

[SAD]

Wood blocks... Cheap... Easy... Don't break the bank is I accidentally leave them behind... Don't sink/dig into soft ground like the Lego/lynx tend to do...

[TLB]

Originally Posted by Javi

Got caught short of blocks once.... now I carry 4 sets of 10 of the Camco blocks.

The DW still hasn't forgiven me for this setup, but it worked.

You are kidding right

[Javi]

Originally Posted by TLB

You are kidding right

Nope, not kidding. Camped there for 5 nights just like that, no more wobble than with pads. The DW still hasn't forgiven me for forgetting the rest of the blocks

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[Laredo291OH]

If it were me, I'd spend the money and time to buy larger scissor jacks to install. The ones in your picture appear to be 24", if so, get the 30" and bolt them on. 6" less of blocks of any kind to use. While at it put the BAL lock arms on, just did that last week. Wow, what a huge difference those make.

[Javi]

Originally Posted by Laredo291OH

If it were me, I'd spend the money and time to buy larger scissor jacks to install. The ones in your picture appear to be 24", if so, get the 30" and bolt them on. 6" less of blocks of any kind to use. While at it put the BAL lock arms on, just did that last week. Wow, what a huge difference those make.

I don't really need more than what came on the trailer, in the photo the rear bumper is right at 4 feet off the ground. This site is for a small trailer but we were late getting to the park and got stuck in a site that was never intended for a 33 foot long trailer. The front jacks are only a 1/4 extended and sitting on a single 2x8 but the site drops off sharply to the water and the rear of the trailer extended out over the drop-off.

In fact this particular trip is (at least in part) the reason I have been so vocal about small trailers taking up all the "big" sites when there are plenty of smaller sites available. All of the sites at this park either backup to the water are or across the street. The sites are all equal except in the size of the pad and yet more than half the large pads were occupied by tent trailers and <24 foot trailers while the trailers 24> and larger were forced to use the smaller pads or leave the park. We made do as did others, but it wasn't necessary with a little planning by the park staff and a little courtesy by the campers.

As for the rocking of the trailer; it's kind of like the bed most complain about, neither really bother the DW and I. We just don't pay any attention to it.

[rgnmgr]

Thanks everyone for the feedback!

[cathcartww]

I scrounge around construction sites and pick up scraps of 2x8's and 2x10's - framing lumber if possible - not pressure treated. Pressure treated is too heavy, and if it splits it is not a good idea to throw pressure treated into the campfire. I cut them into 12" long pieces with 45 degree beveled ends to use as leveling blocks per the attached sketch, and also base plates under the stabilizer feet. I have also scored some cedar 4x4's and 6x6's cut offs which I really like under the stabilizers and tongue jack as the cedar is nice and lightweight.

[SkyPiGG]

I have 30 Lynx levelers. They are a great, multi-purpose solution. I use them on the tounge, stabilizers, and for side-to-side leveling, of course. The Cougar's stabilizers are really high in the back, so it needs almost a box and a half for each leg.

[audio1der]

I'm happy with our two sets of Lynx blocks. If I needed more I would be inclined to use cedar 6x6 or some well built, 5 sided boxes that I could carry crap to and from the site in the bed, and use for levelling legs if needed.

[chartrand]

Originally Posted by audio1der

I'm happy with our two sets of Lynx blocks. If I needed more I would be inclined to use cedar 6x6 or some well built, 5 sided boxes that I could carry crap to and from the site in the bed, and use for levelling legs if needed.

X2 on the cedar 6x6, best blocks of wood I have in my trailer.