Common Trailer Failures to Avoid

At Connecticut Trailers, we care for your safety and productivity. That’s why our experts have created this guide to discuss a few trailer failures that can delay deliveries and put you at risk. You want to avoid these mistakes and act in a responsible manner when hauling your trailer.

Hitting the Road on Bad Tires

Though it sounds obvious, you should pay extra attention to the condition of your tires. They are critical to your safety and the safety of other motorists around you—so be careful.

Before hitting the road, check that your tires have sufficient tread depth and adjust the air pressure to your manufacturer’s recommended levels. You also want to inspect your tires for any foreign objects embedded in them and replace bad tires before planning your next trip.

Not Changing Overheating Bearings

Lack of lubrication can cause your bearings to rub against each other and become overheated. If you don’t fix this issue, the parts can wear out prematurely, and your trailer can collapse on the road.

To prevent this, be sure to grease your bearings and keep them in good working condition. Usually, overheated bearings emanate odd sounds and unusual heat. Keep an eye on such signs and replace any bad parts as quickly as possible.

Neglecting a Damaged Suspension System

Over time and with regular use, your trailer’s suspension system can start to wear out. Although you can’t avoid this, you want to skip the hassle of hitting the road with a damaged model.

Ideally, you should inspect your suspension system regularly and try to notice any light between the leaf springs. If you don’t find any, you can continue operating your trailer. However, light between the springs means the suspension system is damaged, and you should replace it immediately.

We hope you can use this guide to avoid making mistakes like many trailer owners. If you have more questions or want to upgrade your machine to the latest model, visit Connecticut Trailers. We are in Bolton, CT, but we proudly serve those from Hartford County, CT, and Springfield, MA.