Wednesday, June 5, 2013

Trailer Time

Summer is fast approaching and the boat is going in the water, or hopefully there already!  Now is the time to inspect and repair the trailer.  Here is a quick checklist:

-Make sure your coupler, hitch and hitch ball are all the same size
-Make sure your safety chains are proper length and secured to the trailer.
-All fasteners are properly tightened
-Wheel lug nuts are properly tightened
-Check the condition of your winch strap and winch
-Make sure you have proper transom straps and tie downs.  Your winch strap is not a tiedown!
-Check your trailer tire condition and air pressure, and don't forget the spare
-Check to see if your brakes are properly adjusted and in good condition (if equipped)
-Check all lighting to insure it is all working and visible

Performing any repairs to your trailer is much easier with the boat off, and preventing any failures is always a good idea.  Of course if you need any parts or item for your trailer BargainBoatParts.com has you covered.

Happy and Safe Boating!


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