Category: Trailers
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How to Load a Car on a Trailer Safely Without Damaging Your Vehicle
If you have never done it before, loading a car onto a trailer safely can be daunting. The process, however, is simple and requires some vehicle straps and ratchets. Use tire straps if you have a modern, small car. Alternatively, if you have a large car or a model made before 1990, then use axle…
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Class 3 Receiver Hitch Capacity Explained in Simple Terms
Class 3 hitches are considered some of the most versatile contraptions of all time. To know how this receiver can benefit you, learn about all the other hitch types and then determine if the class 3 receiver hitch is right for you. Various Hitch Classes Typically, receiver trailer hitches are rated in five classes, from…
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Class 2 Receiver Hitches: Weight Capacity, Tongue Weight and Safety Tips
Towing can get rough if you don’t know your hitch’s weight rating. While it directly impacts your car, you are also at risk of serious accidents and personal injury when you use the wrong hitch. Here’s what you should know about hitches and the advantages of the class 2 trailer hitch in particular. Hitch Weight…
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Understanding Single Axle Trailer Weight Limit for Safe Towing
You must have a good understanding of your single-axle trailer’s weight capacity, especially when you have to haul loads safely. Learn how weight limitations work, so that your trailer always stays within regulations and is operated securely. There are certain essential factors to consider when investing in a single-axle trailer. Understand what sets these trailers…
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Why Custom Built Gooseneck Trailers Are Worth the Investment
If you’ve been in the hauling business for some time, you will realize that not all trailers are the same. If you’ve ever attempted to use a standard, off-the-shelf trailer for a job it wasn’t built for, you understand the frustration and drama that can ensue. Enter custom built gooseneck trailers, and once you’ve tried…
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How to Grease a Trailer Axle Properly for Longer Bearing Life
Those who own a trailer know how much of a strain they put it under. Your trailer performs a variety of duties from hauling boats, livestock, equipment and cargo — and, of course, so do its axles. Another aspect of trailer axle care that is often neglected but is of great importance is greasing. If…
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Gooseneck vs Fifth Wheel: Which Hitch Is Better for Heavy-Duty Towing?
If you’ve ever had to use a heavy-duty towing service, you’ve probably been confronted with the quandary of towing gooseneck vs fifth wheel. Both are very good hitches, both attach to a truck bed and both can hold a lot of weight. They’re not interchangeable, though, and selecting the wrong one can cost you some…
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How Long Do Trailer Tires Last and When Should You Replace Them?
It’s a question that no one would want to have to keep asking, but if you own a trailer, whether it be a boat, cargo or RV, you just might have to ask yourself: How long do trailer tires last? Although it may appear simple, there are a number of factors one must consider before…
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Steel vs Aluminum Trailers: Key Differences Every Buyer Should Know
Purchasing a steel trailer or an aluminum trailer to transport livestock, motorcycles and heavy equipment has significant ramifications. Choosing the wrong type of trailer can lead to costly repairs, fuel costs or depreciation in your equipment. For many years there has been a heated debate between steel vs aluminum trailers, each having a large following.…
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How to Distribute Weight on a Trailer Correctly in 5 Simple Steps
When it comes to moving loads, whether it’s a load of equipment, furniture or farm supplies, one of the most critical skills any trailer owner can have is how to properly load a trailer. Poor weight distribution will cause unsafe swaying, tire blowouts and highway crash occurrence. The good news is, with the right approach…