The synthetic materials industry has made its way to boat winches, and we’re happy they’re here! While steel rope still has its purpose for some winches, boats can often get by with its modern nylon compatriot in their winches. Why do we like nylon winch straps? The material is lightweight and easier to wind. Even Read More
These three questions may seem obvious, but amidst the busy summer hauling, it can be easy to overlook your winch and its health. By regularly running through this list, you can ensure maximum efficiency and safety when using your trailer winch. Is there obvious wire wear? Whether you’re using a wire or synthetic material, your Read More
You’ve invested a lot in your trailer, and you want the longest life from its features that you can get. Daily wear and ordinary circumstances can take a toll on it, however, and knowing how to maintain and care for parts like a winch is important to securing the overall durability of your product. Know Read More
There are some things that your boat trailer can do without, but winches would not be one we’d recommend leaving behind. Generally used to haul or hold objects into place, winches are widely used and hugely helpful for owners of large vehicles such as trucks, boats, and off-roaders. How do winches work? Winches are pulling Read More
Oxidation is the damaging of rubber due to exposure to UV radiation, ozone, and pressurized oxygen. Even if you use your trailer very little and your tires don’t wear out, industry professionals still recommend you change your tires every three to five years. Trailers are especially likely to succumb to oxidation rather than the typical Read More
In the US, there’s a simple trick to checking your tire tread to see if you need to replace it. It’s called the Penny Test, and it can help determine how much your trailer tires have been worn down. You can try the Penny Test in three simple steps: Step 1: Find a penny. Step Read More
If you think your trailer tires are damaged, it can be hard to bite the bullet and get them inspected. Damaged tires, however, can be extremely dangerous, and you should know what to do look for when inspecting your trailer tires for abuse. DO NOT drive your trailer if your tires are compromised. Give them Read More
We all want our trailer tires to have the longest life possible, but some habits are more destructive than others. Here are some tips to extending tire longevity – and increasing the life of your trailer as well. DO check your tire inflation. Both over-inflating and under-inflating your tears can cause uneven wearing. DO check Read More
No one wants any part of their trailer to rust, but rusty springs can negatively impact your suspension, leading to costly repairs. We have compiled a list of simple and popular methods to remove rust from trailer parts like springs, but remember: if your trailer spring is significantly rusted, the safest course of action is Read More
Not all U-bolts are created equal, and treating them as such may shorten their lifespan and hinder your trailer springs’ effectiveness in the long haul as well. Are you using the right U-bolt for your trailer? Answer these three questions to find out. Do you have the right bend? Trailer U-bolts come in different fits, Read More
