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    Posted: 31 Mar 2016 at 12:36am
When the Rpod is disconnected from TV, are the brakes set? I'll still use wheel chocks in any case.
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: 31 Mar 2016 at 1:16am
No, they are not. Chocks are essential.

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Direct Link To This Post Posted: 31 Mar 2016 at 8:43am
OK, thanks! I park on an inclined driveway at my house, so I'll be extra careful.
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: 31 Mar 2016 at 8:54am
I've always wondered why a hand brake was not a part of all TT's
Ive had an occasion or two where I thought the chocks were properly placed, but being plastic, they slipped.
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: 31 Mar 2016 at 9:09am
More good info! I had not thought about my plastic chocks slipping. Thanks!
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: 31 Mar 2016 at 9:27am
We always chock  the wheels, even when staying over night in a Flying J or other stop over spot.
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