Re: Leveling Adventures Reply #25 – September 26, 2020, 01:50:13 pm Quote from: Ed & Margee - August 27, 2020, 09:37:53 pma piece of a rubber mat under the plastic leveler to help reduce sliding.Quote from: Larry W - September 26, 2020, 01:29:11 pmThe combination of the two ramps and Lynx blocks presents choices for leveling in a wide range of conditions.A pair of 12" X 18" X 3/4" exterior plywood rectangles are also carried, they can be placed under the ramps and or blocks when leveling on soft surfaces. They can be placed under the hydraulic jacks, when lifting the front or rear of the rig up, helping to keep the jacks from rocking or sinking.LarryThanks for the advice. I have Lynx blocks, now I need to get to HD for a half-sheet of 3/4" exterior plywood and a rubber mat.Charles
Re: Leveling Adventures Reply #26 – September 26, 2020, 02:21:41 pm Just my experience, but a rubber or plastic "mat" under a Lynx leveler can cause the leveler to scoot and the mat to ruck up under it, particularly if the blocks aren't stacked so the climb is more or less "gradual". A gravel surface is the most prone to this happening, and a paved or hard dirt surface is second. Grass usually doesn't cause a "scoot" issue, and the plywood pads or mat does keep the Lynx from sinking into the grass. One just has to experiment and use whatever works for the specific surfaces. Just a caution (perhaps obvious, but....) that extricating the rig from parking in sand or really soft dirt (that might look like really hard dirt) is to be avoided. (I have not done this, fortunately, but have seen enough examples to know that this is not an experience I care to have.) 1 Likes
Re: Leveling Adventures Reply #27 – September 26, 2020, 02:56:25 pm Quote from: Joan - September 26, 2020, 02:21:41 pmJust my experience, but a rubber or plastic "mat" under a Lynx leveler can cause the leveler to scoot and the mat to ruck up under it, particularly if the blocks aren't stacked so the climb is more or less "gradual". A gravel surface is the most prone to this happening, and a paved or hard dirt surface is second. Grass usually doesn't cause a "scoot" issue, and the plywood pads or mat does keep the Lynx from sinking into the grass. One just has to experiment and use whatever works for the specific surfaces. We've experienced leveler scoot too, on smooth concrete and on dirty park pads. So now I survey the spot and sweep away any dust and gravel before siting the LD. So far never had a problem on grass and don't park on sandy spots.Charles
Re: Leveling Adventures Reply #28 – September 26, 2020, 03:16:39 pm Has anyone here used the Anderson levelers before?Amazon.com: 2-Pack Camper Leveler, Chock Kit | Andersen 3604 x2 | Less Than... As an Amazon Associate Lazy Daze Owners' Group earns from qualifying purchases.
Re: Leveling Adventures Reply #29 – September 26, 2020, 03:34:48 pm "Just my experience, but a rubber or plastic "mat" under a Lynx leveler can cause the leveler to scoot and the mat to ruck up under it, particularly if the blocks aren't stacked so the climb is more or less "gradual". A gravel surface is the most prone to this happening, and a paved or hard dirt surface is second. Grass usually doesn't cause a "scoot" issue, and the plywood pads or mat does keep the Lynx from sinking into the grass. One just has to experiment and use whatever works for the specific surfaces. "When we were dealing with the weight of a 40-foot behemoth, we used an oversized fiberglass chopping board under each of the automatic levelers. When we changed back to our Lazy Daze, we continued this practice, thus saving a lot of headaches about ground integrity.Virtual hugs,Judie <-- Sierra Vista, ArizonaAdventures of Dorrie Anne | Photographing the WestToday: Colorful Peppers in an Omelette********************************** 1 Likes
Re: Leveling Adventures Reply #30 – September 26, 2020, 03:44:17 pm Quote from: Kent Heckethorn - September 25, 2020, 10:48:00 pmDo others here pull onto the blocks or back onto the blocks? I now pull forward rather than back onto them.Typically, we back into a spot, which leaves the cab closest to the street - and that is the bunk where we sleep. So, I mostly back onto the blocks, which puts me as far back into the spot as possible.Steve
Re: Leveling Adventures Reply #31 – September 26, 2020, 05:32:00 pm Greg, I wish that you could either combine their levelers to increase height or they offered taller units. I’ve had several 6” +‘rises over the years. I’ve seen them used on The Long Long Honeymoon. They worked well for their Airstream. As they are, I wish they could be stacked.Kent
Re: Leveling Adventures Reply #32 – September 27, 2020, 12:01:45 am "Has anyone here used the Anderson levelers before?"Two years ago the company's owner, Ryan Andersen, was photographed with his wife and kids after defacing Utah's Corona Arch by carving their initials, a heart, and the date ('18) into the rock. When he realized he'd been caught in the act, he sent his kids back to the car with instructions to remove the license plates, in a vain attempt to avoid being identified.This was not his first offense, either. Similar graffiti was found in Arches National Park two years ago, where the jackass actually carved his last name into the rock. Rangers said it was carved too deeply to be mitigated or removed. For more details, do an internet search on "andersen defaces". (Note "sen" spelling of last name).I wouldn't buy from this company. 8 Likes
Re: Leveling Adventures Reply #33 – September 27, 2020, 09:49:28 am If I need more than Lynx levelers, I use 2x12 treated pine cut long enough so both rear tires can be supported with a safety margin. I stack them two high and use stove bolts to hold them together. In rare cases, I add a Lynx on top of the wood and drop a bolt into predrilled holes to keep it in place.Many times, in boondocking I can move a little in one direction to get level with resorting to levelers. 1 Likes
Re: Leveling Adventures Reply #34 – September 27, 2020, 12:08:53 pm Quote from: Andy Baird - September 27, 2020, 12:01:45 am"Has anyone here used the Anderson levelers before?"Two years ago the company's owner, Ryan Andersen, was photographed with his wife and kids after defacing Utah's Corona Arch by carving their initials, a heart, and the date ('18) into the rock. When he realized he'd been caught in the act, he sent his kids back to the car with instructions to remove the license plates, in a vain attempt to avoid being identified.This was not his first offense, either. Similar graffiti was found in Arches National Park two years ago, where the jackass actually carved his last name into the rock. Rangers said it was carved too deeply to be mitigated or removed. For more details, do an internet search on "andersen defaces". (Note "sen" spelling of last name).I wouldn't buy from this company.Mr. Andersen would make a good boy scout leader in Utah. Boy Scout Leaders Topple Ancient Rock Formation In Utah's Goblin Valley...Wonder if there is a merit badge for destroying natual wonders?Larry
Re: Leveling Adventures Reply #35 – September 27, 2020, 01:01:25 pm Shameful what the Boy Scout leaders and Mr. Anderson did. These incidents are not all that uncommon. Obviously, there are idiots in all walks of life:Guilty Plea and Sentence for Woman Charged with Defacing Rock Formations in...
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