Leveling Ramps June 08, 2016, 09:35:35 am We will need to acquire some leveling ramps and were wondering what people were using. I know that the ramps need to be at least 7 1/2" wide to accommodate the tire.
Re: Leveling Ramps Reply #1 – June 08, 2016, 09:46:32 am If you don't care to make your own custom levelers from wood, Lynx Levelers are an excellent alternative:Lynx Levelers | Tri Lynx CorporationThese levelers are widely available online and in Walmart and the like; check for the best price. I suggest that you get a 10-pack; you may find that you need more "squares", but the 10-pack often is the least expensive starter set.I don't suggest the yellow plastic levelers sold by CW and a few other places; they can crack and even shatter under the right circumstances. Lynx are far more sturdy and long-lasting. 1 Likes
Re: Leveling Ramps Reply #2 – June 08, 2016, 10:36:56 am We are familiar with the stacking levels and have used them in the past, but are looking for a leveling ramp that is at least 7 1/2" wide (width of LD tire). I saw a yellow ramp at Camping World, but it was not wide enough. Many years ago I had 4 that got us level very quickly and easily. I could build my own out of wood, but that would be heavier than desired. Thanks in advance for advice. I heard that Fiamma ramps will work, but I cannot find a location in US to buy them?
Re: Leveling Ramps Reply #3 – June 08, 2016, 11:06:14 am Fiamma Magnum Level System Ramps | GoWestyhttp://www.fiammausa.com/products/RV_accessories.asp?Fam=A6
Re: Leveling Ramps Reply #4 – June 08, 2016, 11:13:56 am Two bags of Lynx Levelers (10 in a bag) plus two ramps will get the LD level 95% of the time,If not, we shouldn't be parked there.Amazon.com: Tri-Lynx 00015 Lynx Levelers, (Pack of 10): AutomotiveLeveling ramps | Flickr - Photo Sharing!Ramps need to be stoutly built to handle the weigh.Larry As an Amazon Associate Lazy Daze Owners' Group earns from qualifying purchases.
Re: Leveling Ramps Reply #5 – June 08, 2016, 11:43:49 am Quote from: JCT - June 08, 2016, 09:46:32 amI don't suggest the yellow plastic levelers sold by CW and a few other places; they can crack and even shatter under the right circumstances. Lynx are far more sturdy and long-lasting.I'll second this! We bought a set of the yellow levelers and most of them shattered before the end of the first year of use. We then bought a set of the orange Lynx Levelers and have used the same set for many years now.
Re: Leveling Ramps Reply #6 – June 08, 2016, 12:58:57 pm I have 3, 3 step ramps that we got at the mothership when we picked up out 27 MB last year. They give a max height of about 2-3 inches which we have found not to be enough.I have cut several pieces of 2x10 to 20 inches long and will probably cut a few more as a couple of times I have found that I need more leveling capacity than I now have. I try to level so that we are not more than half a bubble off level. It is important to remember that you need to support both tires of the duals so that 1 tire is not overloaded. This is where the 20 inch long boards work so well, they support both tires evenly as the width of the rear dual tires is about 18 inches.I have thought about the bevel cut 8x10 shown in the Lazy Daze owners manual but have decided against it for the following reasons: Very difficult to cut something 7 1/2 inches thick on a 45 degree bevel, the difficulty of driving up such a ramp and stopping at the correct spot and the weight of three of these ramps. Would be interested in knowing if anyone has made these ramps and what they have found.Ian & Jean"Silver Fox", Seattle
Re: Leveling Ramps Reply #7 – June 08, 2016, 06:49:50 pm We have used the plastic levelling blocks as well as homemade wood ramps. But, what worked the best for us were made from barn stall mats. My husband used a sawsall to cut the mats to size. Best blocks ever! The link below has all the details. RV Leveling Blocks Built for Indestructibility
Re: Leveling Ramps Reply #9 – June 08, 2016, 11:52:52 pm Threads similar to this is one of the reasons why I love this group! While standing in Walmart in CA last month looking at leveling blocks we had the choice between the Lynx and the yellow Camco ones, and we chose the yellow ones because.....well, eenie....meenie.... We had our first opportunity to use them a few days ago, and while they held, we did notice some yellow "remnants" from someone who had been at the campsite previous. We are in need of some more blocks, thankfully to this post we will buy the Lynx blocks. My husband had mentioned wood, but I'm not sure he will get to it in the time frame I would like (Amazon Prime gets me my stuff in two days ;-)). I like the barn stall mat idea....and oddly enough we have an extra barn stall mat at home. BUT I was planning on using that for an at home driving range mat. Hmmmm. Thanks for all of the info.Rebecca in WA2016 MB
Re: Leveling Ramps Reply #11 – June 13, 2016, 09:35:32 am Quote from: JCT - June 08, 2016, 11:06:14 amhttp://www.fiammausa.com/products/RV_accessories.asp?Fam=A6http://www.fiammausa.com/service/employVideo.asp?IDVideo=3#topVideoI have used the Level Up Jumbos from Fiamma for years, carrying 4 of them. They nest well for storage. They are sturdy and have a higher lift than some others. Downside: they are expensive, but well made.Chris
Re: Leveling Ramps Reply #12 – June 13, 2016, 10:54:37 am Just a personal opinion... I don't feel that the plastic step ramps, even the wider Fiammas, offer enough support for the tire; the width of the ramp may be sufficient to carry the whole footprint, but the length of each ramp step (on every plastic step ramp I've seen) is short and leaves part of the tire hanging off the back of the step. Sometimes, a ramp user will chock the wheel behind the step, but many don't. As ever, YMMV!
Re: Leveling Ramps Reply #13 – June 13, 2016, 11:52:00 am We use the Level Upp Ramps sold at the Mothership, but only have three. Enough to level one side but not the rear alone if the need arises. I like their construction which is sturdier than Linx or Camco.Even with the three Level Upps for one side it is sometimes not a perfect level as some sites are a bit more tilted than others.I decided to build ramps from 2x6's to augment the Level Upp ramps (I do want to get one more Level Upp). I made the flat area of the ramp 8" to accommodate the tire. As it stands, I now have 3 options for height from almost 2" to nearly 6 1/2". I have two sets of wooden blocks for each of the Level Upps. I have also placed countersunk holes in my ramps to insert pins to prevent sliding while driving up.I haven't put them to use yet to gauge their success, but will know by tomorrow when I get to my campsite.Here are a couple of pics of their construction.Kent
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