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Old 06-30-2021, 09:52 PM   #1
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Leveling Blocks for 2017 Gemini TB

I’d like to purchase leveling blocks for my 2017 Gemini. I know I need something for dual tires, but other than that what should I be looking for? Thanks.

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Old 07-01-2021, 12:33 AM   #2
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Look for plastic interlocking blocks purpose made for the job. They’re an inch thick and you can interlock them into a ramp to get the height you need. They come in a double wide size for duals as well. They’re not as cheap as you’d think but they work well, don’t get waterlogged like wood and are easy to rinse off. I found it to be worthwhile to carry quire a few because I liked to build stepped ramps if I needed to go up as much as 3 inches.
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The next question: do you have the room available to store them?
(Just a thought... )
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Old 07-01-2021, 12:56 AM   #4
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Thanks Pete. How many are quite a few? The one’s I’ve seen come in packages of 10. Is that enough for a Class C?
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Old 07-01-2021, 05:27 PM   #5
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The next question: do you have the room available to store them?

(Just a thought... )


I was hoping you’d deliver them to wherever I was camping.
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That depends...
Is the beer cold?
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Old 07-01-2021, 07:39 PM   #7
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I use the Camco Fasten 4x2 levelers and they can be used for the rear or the front tires.I also have a set of square ones. For storage mine are kept in the large storage bin and put on a shelf made of a piece of plywood I cut to size that fits between the ends. The shelf gives me twice the space to store a lot of gear. (BBQ, small tool box, plumbing parts, a spare jug of DEF and a 5 pound propane tank plus a pack of square levelers)
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Old 07-01-2021, 08:37 PM   #8
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Amazing for front tires


OxGord RV Leveling Ramps - Camper or Trailer Leveler/Wheel Chocks for Stabilizing Uneven Ground and Parking - Set of 2 Blocks, Yellow https://www.amazon.com/dp/B072MS1YVM...gNJxOvWDsLOom*
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Old 07-01-2021, 08:56 PM   #9
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I have two sets (10) of the lego square blocks. I used all of them last weekend to bring up the rear. I do a graduated stack for the outer wheel and a straight stack for the inside wheel. I could have used another set and am looking at a set of the FasTen Heavy-Duty Leveling Blocks for Dual Wheels, Set of 10

https://www.campingworld.com/fasten-...veling-systems
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Old 07-01-2021, 09:41 PM   #10
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I bought these 10,000 lb rated ramps after a pair of 5,000 lb rated ones failed on the front, 2,700 lb rated tires. They have worked very well, raise 6.5", are only required on the outside dually and have a long slope up. But it will be difficult to find a place to store them. My Axis 24.1 has a perfect place but most MHs don't.

See: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I also have a pair of the Oxgord ramps referenced above. I use them on the front wheel when I need side to side leveling in conjuction with the ones above on the rear, but I wouldn't use them unless in pairs on the rear dually- too much load.

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Old 07-01-2021, 10:04 PM   #11
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I have two sets (10) of the lego square blocks. I used all of them last weekend to bring up the rear. I do a graduated stack for the outer wheel and a straight stack for the inside wheel. I could have used another set and am looking at a set of the FasTen Heavy-Duty Leveling Blocks for Dual Wheels, Set of 10

https://www.campingworld.com/fasten-...veling-systems
Yes o got these from Amazon..amazing for rear wheels
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Old 07-01-2021, 11:38 PM   #12
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Thanks Pete. How many are quite a few? The one’s I’ve seen come in packages of 10. Is that enough for a Class C?


I carried 20. And sometimes it wasn’t enough. But storage space matters too.
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Old 07-01-2021, 11:59 PM   #13
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I carried over my Lynx levelers from my Grand Design trailer to my class C. First trip was with blacktop pads. Those suckers slid (even when stair-stepped) like on ice! I had some rubber mats I put down under them, but they still slid somewhat.

The next trip I smashed a couple of them under the duallies.

Next trip was a 5+ hour drive to White Pigeon MI for a Big Foot leveling system. NOT CHEAP... $2,900+ ... but a whole lot less profanity when leveling time comes!

I have a bag of levelers (minus a couple smashies) for REAL cheap...
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I agree: automatic leveling jacks do make the process quick and easy.
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Old 07-02-2021, 02:58 AM   #15
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Yup! A leveling system is a huge convenience. Saves space, time, muddy knees and more.
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Old 07-02-2021, 11:28 AM   #16
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That depends...
Is the beer cold?
Is the beer cold? Of course!
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Old 07-02-2021, 11:29 AM   #17
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Amazing for front tires


OxGord RV Leveling Ramps - Camper or Trailer Leveler/Wheel Chocks for Stabilizing Uneven Ground and Parking - Set of 2 Blocks, Yellow https://www.amazon.com/dp/B072MS1YVM...gNJxOvWDsLOom*
Thanks. Unfortunately they’re backordered like every other leveling blocks I’ve looked at.
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Old 07-02-2021, 12:16 PM   #18
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Old 07-02-2021, 12:38 PM   #19
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Yup! A leveling system is a huge convenience. Saves space, time, muddy knees and more.
You all need this for muddy knees any ground work!

Gorilla Grip Original Premium Thick Kneeling Pad, Comfortable Foam Mat to Kneel On, Knee Pad Cushion for Gardening, Yard Work, Yoga, and Floor Kneeler https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07L6QQD8R...rdJL7cuTi3Ynr*
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Old 07-02-2021, 12:56 PM   #20
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That might be helpful for the young and limber...
But if I manage to get down on my knees: it takes a team of mules to get me back upright!
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