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Storage and Transport
Frame and Rollers
Trailer Maintenance
Rust should not be allowed to accumulate. Remove rust and repaint
with anti-rust paint. Some trailers offer galvanized coating to prevent
rust. Rollers should roll freely and should not have checks, breaks or
flat spots.
Lights: Most state laws require two red taillights on the rear that may
be combined with the stop and turn signals. Vehicles over 80 inches in
width require clearance lights. If lights are dunked, waterproof light
fixtures should be used. If water is allowed to enter the lamp may
crack and short out the entire system. Water also promotes contact
corrosion. Always carry spare lamps. The wire coupling to the towing
vehicle should be high enough to stay dry. Never rely on the trailer
hitch for ground connection. Four-pole connectors should be used.
The mast should not extend over three feet behind the rear light
assembly.
Wheels: Tires should ALWAYS be inflated to manufacturer’s
recommended pressure. Always carry a spare wheel and a jack that
fit the boat trailer. If wheel bearings are always dunked, waterproof
bearings and caps should be considered. If water is allowed into the
hub, lubricating grease will float away and bearings will burn out or
seize, causing damage and a safety hazard. Waterproofed bearings
should be inspected prior to each boating season, others more often.
Special care should be given when traveling on unimproved roadways
with small diameter wheels.
If a spare wheel is not available, a spare wheel bearing set should be
taken on long trips in case the grease seal has been broken.
Launching and Retrieving
Prepare boat for launching at the top of the ramp or parking facility.
Remove all tie-down straps, check boat plugs and fasten boat painter.
Do not release winch line until the boat is in the water. Back trailer to
the left if possible; backing left gives better launching visibility. Avoid
dunking wheel bearings wherever possible. Never leave the towing
vehicle unattended on the ramp with only the parking break set. If
vehicle must be left while on the ramp, set transmission in “park” or
first gear, in addition to setting the parking break. In retrieving your
boat, make sure that the boat is properly placed on the trailer. Pull
trailer up steadily to prevent spinning the wheels.
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