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I've seen several different brands and styles of leveling blocks. Short of making my own, any suggestions on the best ones? I will usually be travelling solo, so ease of use is critical. I have a 2014 Winnebago View.

Also, how many should I buy? I'm planning on camping in various state parks and other less than level spots.

Thanks.

There are all kinds you can buy so it's kind of a personal choice. I have a set of the "lego" blogs but must times I just use wooden blocks. I bought a 2" x 10" x 8' and cut it into 10" lengths to make squares. I use them under jacks and tires. Not exactly crazy about putting tires on the "lego" bumps or knocking the mud/dirt out them to store them but that may just be me.

Some people cut a longer board so they get under both tires at the same time.

Being level is a matter of being level enough to make the fridge happy and other than that, it's a personal preference. My next RV (years from now) will have auto level.

Right now I'm a little low on the passenger side but I'm too lazy to fix it My OCD tells me it's not level but I'm probably off by an inch, 2" at the max. My biggest concern is my head is up when I sleep (acid reflux).

I have a set of Lego blocks I am giving to my son for his trailer.

For my big motorhome tires especially the duallies in the rear I find it easier to use 2 foot long sections of 2 x 10s. I go into Lowes or Hone Depot and have them cut an eight foot 2x10 into four pieces. Cost is about$12. I put one or two sideways under the rear side that needs to be raised. Sometimes I put another one of top of these. Also can put one lengthwise on front tire

All of this gives you a lot bigger pad to back up on than the little Legos. Yes the boards take up space and eventually they crack and need to be replaced but they are easy to use when you are alone and cheap. Also, Legos can sink into soft sand where boards do not.

Also, I am lazy and happy if I am within a couple if inches of level. I like my head a bit higher which also means my shower door stays shut when I take a shower. You get a lot more relaxed about being level with experience.

Also I put small levels on the rear left corner of my motorhome for quick level checks. Just stuck them on with double sided tape. One is on side and one on back, right next to one another.

I also mostly stay in state parks but need blocks only about 30% of time and then only on one set of duallies or maybe one front tire

I have these: http://www.campingworld.com/shopping/it ... of-2/29418

And I think these are the ones LeRoy has - much better: http://www.amazon.com/Camco-Mfg-44573-Y ... ri+leveler

So much easier than block and wood - I have used both.

And I just acquired these a couple of months ago.
I really, really like them.
When combined with the giant bubble level, BAM - level in a heartbeat.

However, yesterday, when I FINALLY brought the trailer home from the shop, I realized that the front-to-back portion of the giant bubble level wouldn't work because it was mounted on a curvy part of the front of the trailer.

Other than that, it's really a winning combination.

mitch5252 wrote:And I just acquired these a couple of months ago.
I really, really like them.
When combined with the giant bubble level, BAM - level in a heartbeat.

However, yesterday, when I FINALLY brought the trailer home from the shop, I realized that the front-to-back portion of the giant bubble level wouldn't work because it was mounted on a curvy part of the front of the trailer.

Other than that, it's really a winning combination.

Mitch, have you thought about mounting your bubble on the tongue of your trailer?

Laura

Azusateach wrote:Mitch, have you thought about mounting your bubble on the tongue of your trailer?

If you mean the giant bubble level, no, because the beauty of it is that you can see it in the rear view mirror which means no jumping in and out to check for level.

Mitch, those look very cool! I had to google them & think I MUST have some someday...

I have a 2012 Itasca Navion iQ similar to yours. I use the Lego blocks by Trailer Life and have 2 sets of 10. I wouldn't want to have to store or carry the weight of wooden pieces.
Sandi

I have the blocks Sandi has, just one set, though. When you get used to them, very easy to level.

Bethers wrote:I have the blocks Sandi has, just one set, though. When you get used to them, very easy to level.

I was lucky I had 2 sets when I was at the Grand Canyon last year. I had a terrible site and had to use them all. Still, very easy to use even in an awful site like I had.
Sandi

monik7 wrote:

Bethers wrote:I have the blocks Sandi has, just one set, though. When you get used to them, very easy to level.

I was lucky I had 2 sets when I was at the Grand Canyon last year. I had a terrible site and had to use them all. Still, very easy to use even in an awful site like I had.
Sandi

I bought a set of the lego blocks (Lynx) and used them along with a small bubble level on my counter on my first solo trip early in Oct. I must have jumped in and out a dozen times trying to get level. Am I missing something? Is there an easier way?

I have a 2014 Winnebago View Profile.

It does get easier because you begin to learn how many blocks it takes depending upon how fast the bathroom door swings open or similar signs .....

I have a set of mini levels mounted in my cockpit area. One for front to back, and one for side to side. I mounted them at a time I knew my rig was level. Now when I pull into an un level site I can see at a glance where I need to put the blocks....left, right, or front or rear, and with practice I know how many high.