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05-12-2014, 06:44 PM
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Leveling dual axle trailer anyone like the Andersen leveler system?
So my first time having to level my new dual axle trailer was very interesting. (Used to have single axle trailer?) After much trial and error and a very helpful fellow camper I was able to get mt travel trailer almost level! I Had to use the yellow blocks 4 under each tire and I ran out. Anyway it worked for the weekend but now I'm looking at my options so I'm prepared in the future. I have read reviews for the Andersen leveler. Has anyone used this system that can tell me how they work?
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05-12-2014, 06:54 PM
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I use 2 pieces of 2x6
The second piece about 6" longer than the first wich is cut the a few inches more than the distance between the 2 tires.
The second piece is longer to create like a ramp for when the 2 pieces thickness is needed for levelling.
Very easy, cheap and simple !
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05-12-2014, 07:17 PM
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Always Learning
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I carry 3 packs of Lynx blocks. But reading reviews of folks on here of the Andersen leveler- people seem to like it. A few have had to snip the tip off for close tires/axles.
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05-12-2014, 08:21 PM
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I use the Anderson Levelers and like them a lot. They level and chock at the same time. I had to cut a tip on one of mine and don't miss the lego blocks one bit.
Linc
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05-12-2014, 08:27 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by missing_link
I use the Anderson Levelers and like them a lot. They level and chock at the same time. I had to cut a tip on one of mine and don't miss the lego blocks one bit.
Linc
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X2 I love them to bit I also had to cut one about 3/4 of an inch. We get our level easily in on the first try
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05-12-2014, 08:40 PM
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DW's 401(k) Plan
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Location: Western MD
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Quote:
Originally Posted by camper1999
X2 I love them to bit I also had to cut one about 3/4 of an inch. We get our level easily in on the first try
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X3.... Just used mine for the first time this past weekend, also had to take about 3/4 of an inch off due to proximity to 2nd axle. DW loved them cuz she didn't have to keep using the trial and error method with the Lynx blocks.
They're keepers in my book!
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05-12-2014, 08:56 PM
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We use these,(1) in front & (1) in rea r! Youroo!!
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05-12-2014, 08:58 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by youroo
We use these,(1) in front & (1) in rea r! Youroo!!
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Those things are huge!! Where do you store them and how do you get the tires onto both of them?
Linc
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05-12-2014, 09:00 PM
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I'm using the Anderson levelers and love them. Just place and start moving the trailer. Once I put the wedge chocks under them and relaxed the trailer they were solid as a rock. Highly recommended.
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05-12-2014, 09:05 PM
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Location: New York
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Quote:
Originally Posted by missing_link
I use the Anderson Levelers and like them a lot. They level and chock at the same time. I had to cut a tip on one of mine and don't miss the lego blocks one bit.
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How much did you cut off ? and do you know the distance between your tires ? thanks
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05-12-2014, 09:07 PM
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I cut off about 1 1/2 inches and that was more than needed. I would start at half an inch and see if you can get it in between your tires then cut off another half inch. I used a reciprocating saw with a blade for metal and it zipped right through the plastic.
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05-12-2014, 09:22 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by missing_link
I cut off about 1 1/2 inches and that was more than needed. I would start at half an inch and see if you can get it in between your tires then cut off another half inch. I used a reciprocating saw with a blade for metal and it zipped right through the plastic.
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Thanks now I feel better I also cut about 1 1/2 still fits a little tight but I am going to try it to see if its enough. I wish I didn't have to cut them.
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05-13-2014, 04:18 AM
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I think we'll be trying them. I'll probably have to cut some off also. Thanks for the information and reviews!
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05-13-2014, 07:28 PM
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Here's a picture of my Andersen's.... and you can see how much of the left one I had to cut off. One thing I am going to do soon is bevel the edge on the one leveler. I don't think I cut off 1 1/2", it was probably close to 1" though. It was a tight fit and beveling will make it slide into place a little easier.
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05-13-2014, 08:14 PM
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Senior Member
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Quote:
Originally Posted by greti
So my first time having to level my new dual axle trailer was very interesting. (Used to have single axle trailer?) After much trial and error and a very helpful fellow camper I was able to get mt travel trailer almost level! I Had to use the yellow blocks 4 under each tire and I ran out. Anyway it worked for the weekend but now I'm looking at my options so I'm prepared in the future. I have read reviews for the Andersen leveler. Has anyone used this system that can tell me how they work?
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Anderson Leveler is da BOMB - you need 2 though so even on Amazon that is $89 - a bit more than Lego blocks or wood but this is our next Mod!
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05-13-2014, 08:55 PM
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Phat Phrog Stunt Team
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Think I'm going to get a set. I like the idea.
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05-14-2014, 03:42 PM
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Wow, that Andersen leveler is awesome. I bought one set of blocks and they were over $30, so $50 for one of those really isn't too bad.
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05-14-2014, 05:07 PM
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Phat Phrog Stunt Team
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Put my order in for 2 sets today! Not sure why I haven't seen these before.
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05-14-2014, 05:31 PM
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When I first saw them in YouTube I couldn't figure out why I had never heard of them. I was worried they were a hoax but bought them anyway
Wife and I like them a lot. Just move forward or back an inch or so to adjust level instead of adding blocks
Super simple and they are wheel chocks to
Linc
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