Check the trailer tires often for voids, excessive wear, or out of round
tire conditions. If the trailer seems to vibrate, you may have a bad tire
or one that is unbalanced. These wheels can be rebalanced at most
automotive or tire shops. NEVER pull a boat on a patched tire. Buy
a spare tire and wheel. Mount it on the trailer for speedy installation
should a blow out occur.
Check the trailer lug nuts for the proper torque. Use a foot pound
wrench and torque the lug nuts at opposite ends of the wheel in a
star sequence to the correct poundage as recommended by the trailer
manufacturer. This ensures the wheel is evenly tightened into place
on the axle and the wheel will stand straight up. Torque the lug nuts at
half the poundage on all nuts fi rst, then set the torque wrench to the
full poundage and torque to the last foot poundage fi gure as specifi ed
by the manufacturer. This also helps ensure your wheel is straight.
Check the wheel bearings for wear periodically by a professional. On
most trailers, there is a fi tting on the wheel hub to add the proper
lubricant to the wheel bearing with a grease gun that can be purchased
at a supply house or marine store.
Should your trailer be equipped with surge brakes on the trailer that
cut in with a very slight delay when your brakes are applied, be sure
to follow recommended service and maintenance instructions. Be
sure that the trailer master cylinder is fi lled with the recommended
fl uid before trailering you boat. Inspect the trailer brake lines for any
leakage. Also, if you notice brake fl uid on the inside of the tires, you
may have a wheel cylinder leaking. Consult a professional.
Securing Your Boat_____________________________
Be certain that your trailer is of rated capacity for the size and weight
of your boat, including the weight of all fuel, water, and gear. Your
authorized Regal dealer can advise you on the proper trailer capacity
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