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I carry two thin planks for the purpose, and use one alone or both stacked, but definitely under both wheels.

Both wheels should always share the load.

Jim

Quote: Originally posted by scar on 05/8/2010

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Could someone please explain the problem with one levelling ramp as I do this all the time and never have a problem. I do not have one wheel in the air though. Is this advice for completley sloping pitches?

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I would guess that the suspension on the second wheel will be at full stretch, and therefore not carrying much (if any weight), therefore all the load will be in the single wheel on that side - this could potentially lead to a slight twist in the caravan chasis...

thinking about it a bit more though... when towing all the weight goes into the wheels... on pitch much of the weight will be carried by the steadies so the total weight on the wheel may not be too bad even if only one is on the ground.

We've only a single axle so can't pass any experience on this - but I think my preference would be to make sure that both wheels each side are in full (loaded) contact with the ground - just my thoughts!

You really can't use just one ramp.  It will overload the tyre and suspension.  Whatever method you use, just make sure the weight is being carried by both wheels.

Jim