Wheel chocks?

I'm getting a winch in a few days and based on my research, wheel chocks are something to have available. I've been thinking of making my own from 6x6 or 8x8 wooden material but thought I would tap into the collective creative energy here before making a decision. Suggestions?

 

Nice. What is the material on the face of the chock against the tire?

 

Just 2x4s, cut to shape/length and screwed together. Did not sand them smooth so that helps.

 

Good rope handles so you can pull ‘em out of the Mud later.

 

I have rubber ones that stay in the garage (heavy).
The ones I carry in the truck are the metal folding one like these:



Mine happen to be Craftsman brand and have not failed me yet.

 

What situation would you use these?

 

They can be had for $6 at Harbor Freight after their 25% off coupon this weekend. May require multiple trips if you want >1.

 

The heavy duty rubber ones from harbor fright are good.

 

Many thanks for the suggestions here. I put this together yesterday afternoon and this morning. My goal was to use only materials I had on hand in the shop area so they are nothing fancy but should be functional.

 

Yes, they are awesome! But if they are anything like the Princess Auto ones (Canada's Harbor Freight) they stink....for years, really bad, like stink out the garage bad!

 

It’s a good DIY project, but I’d say, before you dive into cutting up some 6x6 or 8x8 wood, it’s worth checking out what’s out there in terms of pre-made options. Sometimes, the pre-built ones are made with materials that hold up better, like heavy-duty rubber or durable plastic, and they usually have that extra grip to keep everything steady. I’ve used a few myself, and they’re simple but super effective. Plus, they’re not too expensive, so you won’t have to spend too much time on a project that might not turn out exactly how you want. You can never go wrong with reliable chocks!

 

I had forgotten all about this post. I have a matching pair now but have not had occasion to use them.

 

Good post to revive. I’ve had some wood chucks my dad gave me that he made from discarded 4x6. I have HF rubber ones but I usually use the wood ones cause they are wider for my truck tires. They have started falling apart and I will make a new set out of treated 4x6’s. They ride in the back of the truck and come in handy as spacers, and when off-roading when parking on steep hills.

 

I bought a pair of rubber ones at walmart. $10 each. Used them under the front tires when installing an add-a-leaf to the rear suspension. Worked fine, I'm still alive