When you connect the trailer to the truck, and the trailer’s brakes won't release, it's not going anywhere. If this happens to your rig, give us a call and we'll make the appropriate arrangements.
Inspect your wheels regularly, and have worn or damage ones repaired or replaced. Look for cracks, rust in the nut area, lock ring problems, and components that should be there but are missing.
If the wiring harness for your trailer has turned out some of the lights, bring it by and let us look at it. Whether it is simply repairing a loose wire or replacing the entire system, we can handle the job.
The trailer coupler needs to be cleaned and lubricated with grease to reduce friction and damage. Have the coupler inspected periodically to make sure it is in good working order and repaired or replaced if it's damaged.
Depending on where you live or your destination, trailer brakes may be required when hauling cargo greater than a certain weight, even if done only occasionally. We can inspect and brakes and repair any damage.
While you take great care of your boat, do you pay the same attention to the trailer you use to transport it? Before you head to the water, conduct a walk-around inspection, looking for potential problems. If the trailer needs service, bring it to us for repair.
Inspect the trailer hitch assembly periodically. A quick eyeball inspection will usually alert you to most problems. If you there's a lot of heavy duty usage, bring the vehicle in every four months or so for a thorough examination to detect unseen, serious problems.
If you are hauling a refrigeration unit, damage to an interior panel can cause the temperatures to rise and ruin the load you are carrying. If you see exterior damage to the trailer, or suspect interior damage, have it checked and repaired.
Did you know that originally the “semi” of semi-truck or semi-trailer referred only to the trailer? This is because it is only a partial vehicle, having no front wheels or engine. Over time, it came to mean either the tractor or the trailer.
Safely transporting a boat requires that the cradles it rests on be in top condition to safely balance and stabilize the vessel and to maintain proper weight distribution along the length of the trailer.
Before towing, inspect the tires on your trailer. Besides being properly inflated and in good shape, they should all be the same size, type, and have the same load range. When loading the trailer, do not exceed the load rating of the tires or damage will soon follow.
Should the trailer brake controller malfunction, it can result in poor stopping or no longer being able to roll. If you notice any signs that indicate the brake controller is not working correctly, have it inspected and repaired immediately.
Semi-trucks and trailers drive close to 150 billion miles a year, carrying almost two-thirds of all freight transported in the United States. Maintaining your truck and trailer means keeping American goods moving.
Damaged tie down points on your trailer? Have them repaired or refashioned to keep your load securely fastened during transport. Neglecting them can result in load spillage.
Sometimes things break and you cannot move until they are fixed. If you need a repair that requires parts to be welded back together, let us know when you call. We can make sure a welding repair professional is available.
Trucking regulations are becoming tighter, both nationally and locally. In order to make sure you're always in compliance, immediate repairs of even the most insignificant problems will keep you on the road.
When hauling your load, it must be securely attached and fastened through every stage of its journey. Make sure all tie-downs and bracing are in good working condition, especially if you are hauling cargo that is oddly shaped or imbalanced. Have any damage repaired.
If your brake compressor is passing excessive amounts of oil, it's often because of oil return blockage, ring wear, or air intake blockage. Kinks and hard bends, contaminants in the lines, or damaged parts are possible culprits.
When having an abandoned trailer repaired, it’s important to ensure that all its lighting is in good order. As such, you’re going to want to ask the person doing the job to get rid of the old wires, connectors, and lamps and replace them with a fresh set.
If you’re restoring a trailer with a wooden deck that’s been sitting in the elements for years, you’re going to want to have the wood checked thoroughly. This is especially true if the rig was parked on soil as termites may already have gotten to it.
If you’re planning on hauling a bigger boat, but your trailer is somewhat underrated, you may want to have it beefed up first. Another axle, in particular, should do the trick as it will take up the extra weight that the rig has to carry.
Though it may look OK, a trailer that’s involved in a serious accident should be inspected thoroughly before being put back into service. After all, it may have suffered hidden damage that might suddenly manifest while the rig is underway.
If you need to make use of an old water tank trailer that’s been neglected for years, you’ll want to revamp its suspension. New shock absorbers, in particular, may need to be installed as the old ones will probably no longer work correctly.
If you launch your boat into the sea using your trailer, you’re going to want to make sure that the trailer’s metal surfaces are adequately protected with the proper paint. With saltwater being so corrosive, any steel or aluminum that’s constantly exposed will end up deteriorating badly.