Chock Recommendations

[sjp]

Living in the foothills of the Rampart Range, I have a pretty steep driveway. I've noticed some of my neighbors on this side of the road (the other side levels out before dipping into a drainage and then hitting a hogback) put rocks under their 4x4 tires.

Since my driveway is the steepest and my new Bronco will probably be heavier than their Jeeps and 4Runners, does anyone have any recommendations for chocks to put under the tires? I currently never park in the driveway, so I've never worried about it, but I can see leaving my Bronco out front, at least for a while. I guess I'm worried about relying solely on the emergency brake. I don't want to use just river rocks, which might slip.

I can also see wanting them for parking on steep slopes in the backcountry. Anyone have any experience with chocks?

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[Rick Astley]

This chock is surprisingly nice as it's solid rubber. Very grippy and will be easy to store. Ultimately modern emergency brakes are quite stout and their failure rate is essentially zero compared to classic cars. But peace of mind is not a bad thing!

https://www.harborfreight.com/solid-rubber-wheel-chock-96479.html

I still use a 6"x6" wood block that has a 45 degree angle on one surface from the 1950's. It has a pleasing patina.

 

[sjp]

This chock is surprisingly nice as it's solid rubber. Very grippy and will be easy to store. Ultimately modern emergency brakes are quite stout and their failure rate is essentially zero compared to classic cars. But peace of mind is not a bad thing!

https://www.harborfreight.com/solid-rubber-wheel-chock-96479.html

I still use a 6"x6" wood block that has a 45 degree angle on one surface from the 1950's. It has a pleasing patina.

And they're cheap! Yay. Thank you. Better safe than sorry...I will be getting a couple of these.

 

[ColonelAngus]

This chock is surprisingly nice as it's solid rubber. Very grippy and will be easy to store. Ultimately modern emergency brakes are quite stout and their failure rate is essentially zero compared to classic cars. But peace of mind is not a bad thing!

https://www.harborfreight.com/solid-rubber-wheel-chock-96479.html

I still use a 6"x6" wood block that has a 45 degree angle on one surface from the 1950's. It has a pleasing patina.

Yeah I picked a couple of these once, they work great.

 

[Flourman]

I used a carrier for a Sterling 10.25 for years. I’d still use it if I hadn’t lost it in a move.

 

[pan-y-cerveza]

Whatever you get make sure you get a solid one. You'll for sure forget about them and goose the gas pedal and run them right over.

 

[Bronc-O]

From the Bronco accessories list with "BRONCO" stamped into them. $69.95 a pair.

 

[bbqbronco]

Makes noises to alert you as a bonus feature ?

 

[VoltageDrop]

My kids use this chock in the driveway and seem to like it:

 

[Shotsy]

Makes noises to alert you as a bonus feature ?

I assume this then leads to:

 

[Eggsalad]

Two things. E-brakes, the pads can freeze to the rotors sometimes. Had that happen often with DRUM E-brakes. However, I *think* the Bronco the e-brake uses the disc pads not a separate drum in the rear discs like a 4Runner so that's better.

Also, with an MT if you leave it in gear and don't engage the e-brake the clutch can slip on steep inclines thereby allowing creep. With an AT the park pawl will lock the flywheel.

@sjp, sure, get a pair of chocks if it gives you peace of mind. Maybe look at E-trailer.com for RV chocks that double as leveling blocks for camping offroad.

Edit: Another thing is when offroading carrying something that makes it easier to change a tire, provides a stable platform for the jack in mud is a good thing. That leads me right back to post #2 on this thread - a section of 6x6 or similar.

 

[JohnnyK]

Ooh that HF one is nice, I need to get one. I've been using a brick at the boat ramp lol.

 

[D Fresh]

Two things. E-brakes, the pads can freeze to the rotors sometimes. Had that happen often with DRUM E-brakes. However, I *think* the Bronco the e-brake uses the disc pads not a separate drum in the rear discs like a 4Runner so that's better.

Also, with an MT if you leave it in gear and don't engage the e-brake the clutch can slip on steep inclines thereby allowing creep. With an AT the park pawl will lock the flywheel.

@sjp, sure, get a pair of chocks if it gives you peace of mind. Maybe look at E-trailer.com for RV chocks that double as leveling blocks for camping offroad.

Edit: Another thing is when offroading carrying something that makes it easier to change a tire, provides a stable platform for the jack in mud is a good thing. That leads me right back to post #2 on this thread - a section of 6x6 or similar.

Operative word, "can."

When parked on a hill, or anywhere for that matter, one is supposed to use BOTH the parking brake (it's not an ebrake anymore) AND transmission in gear.

A bit of water, cold not hot, will unfreeze things, and people should know if/when their clutch is worn.

Chances of both (or either really) of those happening are pretty slim.

Offroad? Sure. In your driveway? Might as well strap that tent to your roof that you use 3 times a year, cause you're trying too hard.

 

[sjp]

[Clicks on D Fresh. Selects "Ignore." Smiles.]

Ah, much better!

 

[Hoofnmouth]

Not cheap but at 38 bucks they will last forever they weigh alot too ,i use these same kind they use at the airport tugs ,planes everynow and then i forget to take it out and my jeep with 35s can barley get over them.

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