How To Choose a Vehicle That Can Tow

When it comes to purchasing a new vehicle, there are a number of factors to consider. Does the car that I’m looking at have sufficient gas mileage? Is there enough storage to properly transport my everyday essentials? Does the manufacturer have a good reputation for consistently providing quality and reliability? Will I have enough cup holders to comfortably hold my morning cup of coffee and my water bottle?  (Okay, some questions are more serious than others!) 

Yes, there are countless things to think about when it comes to choosing not only a car that not only matches your personality but that functions in the best way to meet your unique lifestyle. But when it comes to selecting a towing vehicle, many people, even if they have previously owned a car with towing capability, may seem lost and frustrated. 

Here are the best ways to evaluate a vehicle to see if it can tow properly. 

Look at the Tow Capacity

According to our friends at Transwest, the manufacturer of a vehicle sets a towing capacity for that car, or what the maximum weight is that a car can safely tow. No car purchase should be made before knowing what this number is and if that number will work given your specific towing needs. 

Examine the Transmission

Trailerlife.com tells its readers that automatic transmission often has higher tow ratings than cars with manual transmissions. HD, or heavy duty models, the difference is generally 1,000 pounds maximum, and on LD, or lighter-duty vehicles, a manual might have a lower tow rating by approximately 2,000 pounds. 

Know the Drive System

Front or rear two-wheel driving vehicles tend to have a higher tow rating. Pay attention to a 4WD drive system-this often adds up to 400 pounds of weight for many HD pickups, and that extra 400 pounds tends to come off of the overall tow rating. 

Don’t Forget Bed Length

Trailerlife states that in some cases, a long bed truck may have a 150-250 pound lighter towing capacity. That’s because the longer the bed, the more weight tends to be adding. 

When it comes to selecting your next vehicle, you need it not only need it to get you and your essential materials safely from place to place. That’s where your friends and experts at Terry’s Auto Body and Trailer Sales can help. Terry’s Auto Body and Trailer Sales is your headquarters for exemplary customer services. We take every measure to ensure you are satisfied with all your trailer needs and will do whatever it takes to earn your business and remain lifelong clients. Terry’s Auto Body has been serving the  Riceville and McIntire area for over 30-years. We pride ourselves on being large enough to provide professionalism and reliability, yet small enough to provide personalized service. Contact Terry's Auto Body & Trailer Sales for all your trailer needs, repairs, and maintenance. Avoid disaster and keep your family safe while driving. Call 641-985-2536 or visit our website at www.ricevilletrailers.com.

Sources:

https://www.transwest.com/blog/7-features-you-should-look-for-when-shopping-for-a-towing-vehicle/

https://www.trailerlife.com/towguides/choosing-the-right-tow-vehicle/

Protecting your Trailer from the Elements

Don’t let your RV season end with the summer. A camper or RV is an investment, so proper care is ideal. Covering your RV when you’re not using it and other precautionary steps will take ensure your RV of its quality, saving you money and time in the long run. 

Why Cover Your RV? 

Not everyone is blessed with an indoor unit to store their RV, so many drivers tend to go with a tarp as a cover. While tarps can prevent water damage, they won’t ensure complete coverage, so using a tarp isn’t necessarily the way to go. To avoid a costly mistake, invest in an elements cover. Make your RV a priority, as the summer season comes to an end with an element cover. Here are some reasons to protect your RV.

• Sun Damage: The sun can cause seal damage to the exterior if there’s too much exposure to UV Rays. The interior will also reach extreme heats up to 144 degrees! Cover your roof to prevent costly sun damage. 
• Water Damage: During the winter, snow builds up on the roof, causing water damage. Eventually, all of the water build-up will seriously damage your RV.   
• Exterior Fading & Damage: Keeping your RV in the same condition as you purchased it, will ensure it’s value if you were to sell. Not covering your RV with an element cover will cause any color or design to fade or crack. 
• Dirt Build-Up: Dirt and debris build-up on your RV, leaving long, nasty dark streaks of dirt. These streaks tend to be a burden to wash off, so an elements cover can save you a whole lot of time! 

At Home Storage Tips

Depending on which state you live in, the laws are different on whether or not you can keep your RV at home. If your state allows it, you’re going to have to winterize your vehicle, along with investing in tire and vehicle covers. 

• Winterize Your Vehicle: When it’s officially the off-season, it’s time to winterize your vehicle. If there’s any chance of snow, get ready to do some maintenance. The winterizing process involves cleaning out the vehicle itself and flushing out the lines. Your RV or camper is about to sit without movement for a while, so winterizing is crucial. 
• Tire Covers: Ensure your tires durability with tire covers. The winter can take a toll on the traction and overall quality of your tires. Tire Covers are an easy fix for an expensive problem. 
• Element Covers: Protect your RV from the elements with an element cover. Element covers keep the interior at a temperature that won’t cause any unwanted damage. They also protect from water damage, dirt, and sun damage, something a tarp can’t quite do! 

Treat your trailer at Terry’s Auto Body and Trailer Sales! Contact Terry's Auto Body & Trailer Sales for all your trailer needs, repairs, and maintenance. Avoid disaster and keep your family safe while driving. Call 641-985-2536 or visit our website at ricevilletrailers.com.

What to Know About Triple Towing

If you’re not quite sure what triple towing is, you might know it as “double towing” or “hauling doubles.” Triple towing is for the adventurer who needs an extra set of wheels. This includes, for example, a trailer, car, golf cart, boat, or maybe even an ATV. Whatever adventure you go on, make sure you know the triple towing safety guidelines and regulations. Read below to start your journey! 

Towing Safety & Regulations

• Training: Proper training for “what-if” scenarios are critical when it comes to triple towing. Proper education that a bus or truck driver would go through goes the same way for triple towing. Some states require training and education to get an endorsement on your license. 
• Legality: Each state has different laws regarding triple towing, so do your research on your state beforehand! Most states on the east coast don’t allow it, while the west coast does allow it. For example, different heights and widths of your motorhome are different per state, as well as proper training and education, as stated earlier. 
• Breaks: Commercial towing generally has air brakes that connect to all of the wheels, so even the farthest item being towed will stop. Recreational vehicles could have air brakes on the motorhome and electric brakes on the trailer, creating no brakes on the third towing device. Properly using your brakes while triple towing is critical to your safety and to keep your motor vehicles in quality condition. 
• Lifestyle: Triple towing isn’t for everyone and especially isn’t for every vehicle. Don’t be a mechanical burden on your vehicle. Learn the regulations of each state and if your primary vehicle has the capacity to triple tow. 
• Responsibility: Adding 2 trailers to your vehicle creates a lot of responsibility, especially with that second trailer. From stopping to traveling in tight spaces, to backing the trailer up, education and taking the proper safety precautions is vital and is your responsibility! Ensure the safety of yourself and others by doing your research. 

Start your next adventure today at Terry’s Auto Body & Trailer Sales. Contact Terry's Auto Body & Trailer Sales for all your trailer needs, repairs, and maintenance. Avoid disaster and keep your family safe while driving. Call 641-985-2536 or visit our website at ricevilletrailers.com.

Source:

http://rvlife.com/rv-triple-towing-laws/

https://www.rvsafety.com/rveducation

Rules of the Road for Trailers

While most of us have a firm grasp of the rules of the road for our automobiles, we may not have first-hand knowledge of the regulations that go into trailers. A trailer is commonly used for the transport of goods and materials. There are certain rules and regulations of the road for this important carrier.  The following is a guideline of regulations for registration, trailer towing, passing and speed.

Registration.  Just like your car, truck, motorcycle or moped, you must also register your trailers except for bumper hitch farm trailers. The registration fee is based on the size and/or class of your trailer. If you have a travel trailer or a fold-down camper, you pay 20-cents per-square-foot, using the outside dimensions of your trailer. If you have a utility trailer, you pay a flat fee of $10. To register your trailer, complete forms, and pay the fees at the county treasurer’s office.

Trailer Towing

The extra weight of trailer towing makes it more difficult to control your vehicle, to stop, or to handle the trailer and the towing vehicle.  Keep this in mind and use caution.

Passing

Your vehicle cannot accelerate quickly when pulling a trailer. With this in mind, make sure you have plenty of room when passing another vehicle.  You must pull your car and trailer far enough ahead to safely move back into the right lane. Sudden swerves can send your trailer out of control, be sure to avoid them.  

Being Passed

Air from passing trucks will push your trailer to the right. Be ready for the trailer to pull to the right when being passed by another vehicle. Be ready to correct any swaying by steering in the direction of the sway. A quick burst of acceleration may help pull the trailer back in line. Never brake hard -- it may cause the trailer to jackknife or flip over.

Speed

Follow the same speed limits as for cars, unless posted otherwise. Remember to increase your following distance because you will not be able to stop as fast as you did without the trailer.

Be careful going around large curves or down steep hills. The forces on your trailer can make handling dangerous;  take command of your trailer and vehicle.

Projecting Loads

If you have a load that sticks out from the end of your trailer or vehicle four feet or more, it must be marked. Normally, during the day a red flag should be tied on the end. When lights are required, a red light or lantern must be used to mark the end of the load.

At Terry’s Auto Body & Trailer Sales, we specialize in trailer parts and trailer services.  Contact Terry's Auto Body & Trailer Sales for all your trailer needs, repairs, and maintenance.  Avoid disaster and keep your family safe while driving. Call 641-985-2536 contact us or visit our website.

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Sources:

https://iowadot.gov/mvd/driverslicense/dlmanual/section7.pdf

https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Trailer_(vehicle)

What Type of Maintenance Does My Trailer Need?

Spring is here and trailers everywhere are being pulled out of storage to haul a variety of goods. The best time to check over your trailer and take care of any maintenance issues is now! Towing a trailer can be tricky business and confirming it so it’s safe should be a priority. To get started, check out these common maintenance tips and tricks:

Tires & Brakes

Be sure to take a look at the tires and brakes on both your trailer and the truck you will use to tow. Correct load rating and proper inflation of your tires can be critical. Look out for dry rot and wear on your trailer tires. Tires older than five years need to be observed closely, you can check the manufacture date on the sidewall of the tire. The DOT alphanumeric code includes the date of manufacture stated in the last four numbers. For instance, 2709 tells you tire was manufactured in the 27th week of 2009.

Make sure your brakes are working properly. You need more stopping distance while towing so having brakes that are even slightly spent could be a real hazard. Riding the brakes while towing can lead to overheating your brakes and possibly losing control.

Hitch & Safety Chains

Confirm the towing capacity limits on all gear and be sure the hitch ball is still firmly attached to the drawbar. Make sure that the coupler and hitch ball is sized correctly and fit together snugly. Your second line of defense is your safety chains, which are required. When choosing the thickness of your safety chain, confirm they will prevent the trailer from drifting, while still allowing it to turn easily. Also, crisscrossing your safety chains underneath the trailer's tongue can prevent the tongue from striking the ground in case the trailer becomes unhitched.

Wiring

Whether your truck and trailer came prewired or whether you needed to do your own trailer wiring, you need to confirm that nothing has short-circuited before you tow. Have someone stand behind the trailer while you run through a test of the brake lights and turn signals.

Contact Terry's Auto Body & Trailer Sales for all your trailer needs, repairs, and maintenance. Avoid disaster and keep your family safe while driving. Call 641-985-2536 or visit our website at www.ricevilletrailers.com.

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References:

https://shop.advanceautoparts.com/r/advice/car-truck-mods/10-towing-maintenance-tips

https://trailerguys.com.au/faq/trailer-maintenance/

Choosing the Best Trailer for Your Needs

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Farmhands, landscapers, agricultural, small business owners, and consumers at large often find business or life can be improved if they purchase a trailer. The next step is researching different types of trailers, consumers are finding they are overwhelmed at the array of choices.

One way to narrow down the trailer process decision is to start thinking about how you will use the trailer. Do you own a landscape business and know that you’ll be hauling a lot of brush?  Is this a trailer that you think you’ll be bringing to job sites and then closing safely? With you be hauling other vehicles, like an ATM?

Are you thinking you may want to lock up your trailer and not have to think about it or worry about theft, weather damage or another hazard? if that is the case then you’ll need an enclosed trailer which is different from an open application trailer.    

Before choosing a trailer, give some time and thought to how you will use different types of trailers available on the market.

Open Application Trailer:  Sometimes you just need an open application trailer, for hauling things like landscape brush, or perhaps supplies like bags of seed corn or potting soil. If this is the case, you are likely looking for an open trailer. There is a lot of flexibility in it, for example, you can buy optional side wall kits for hauling things like trees and branches, and ramps for loading the ATV.  

Enclosed Trailer:  Enclosed Trailers are widely used for purposes that can range from car haulers, bike trailers, to farm equipment trailers, utility trailers, motorcycle trailers, and more.  Many consumers appreciate enclosed trailers because they provide protection of the cargo, outfitted with track, rings, tie-down, shelving or floor to accommodate any time a cargo that needs hauling.

Special Considerations with an Enclosed Trailer:  Consider how far you will be traveling.  If you are only going a few miles or across town, an enclosed trailer with the standard features will suffice.  However, if you are traveling far, with something special (like a collector item or vintage car) you will want to purchase upgrades, enhancing the safety of the trailer.  Consider a mounted spare tire, stabilizers and tie-downs, and LED tail lights.

Finally, think about weight.  Be mindful of the weight of the trailer and the towing capacity of your vehicle. If you're hauling more than 3,000 pounds, the trailer you purchase should have its own braking system.

Contact Terry's Auto Body & Trailer Sales for all your trailer needs, repairs, and maintenance. Avoid disaster and keep your family safe while driving. Call 641-985-2536 or visit our website.

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Sources:

http://www.livingthecountrylife.com/machinery/choosing-utility-trailer/

Identifying Trailer Axle Issues

Trailer axle issues can happen over time with wear and tear, hitting a bump, and neglect if things aren’t fixed. When axle problems arise, it’s important to get them repaired immediately or you could potentially take a hit to your budget. Terry's Auto Body & Trailer Sales are the experts at spotting axle issues and help with trailer maintenance and axle repairs. So how do you identify axle issues?

Usually, the first sign of axle issues starts from unusual wear-and-tear on the trailer's tires. If you’ve gone through a few tires this year, you need the professionals at Terry's Auto Body & Trailer Sales to identify the axle issue and repair it before having to use more tires again. A misalignment of the axle on the trailer can cause you to buy too many tires in a year from excess tire wear and possible consistent blowouts.

If the axle is misaligned, this can result in many issues including terrible gas mileage, expensive breakdowns, and vibration to the trailer. When the tires are uneven causing alignment issues, this can reduce the stability of the trailer and reduce the ability to maneuver. If this issue isn’t fixed by the professionals or maintained early on, you risk potentially losing tread and experiencing a blowout which is a severe safety concern.

Depending on how often the trailer is used, the axle should be inspected every six to 12 months and realigned to make sure your trailer drives straight without experiencing other issues. If you are looking for an experienced axle repair and maintenance professional, Terry's Auto Body & Trailer Sales is the expert to help you. We identify and repair:

1. Manufacturing defects
2. Axle damage that may be caused by heavy breaking or an accident
3. Axle misalignments from bumps or potholes in the road
4. Steer-axle adjustment issues
5. Excess tire wear
6. Caster issues causing vibration or steering issues
7. Bent axles & shifted axles
8. Excess camber resulting in tire shoulder wear

And so much more. Contact Terry's Auto Body & Trailer Sales for all your trailer needs, repairs, and maintenance. Avoid disaster and keep your family safe while driving. Call 641-985-2536 or visit our website at www.ricevilletrailers.com.

Let’s Get Hitched: Different Types of Trailer Hitches

The perfect accessory can make an outfit, and the perfect trailer hitch set up can make your life easier. If you’re new to the world of trailers and trailer hitches, this is a great place to start. Here are a few basic types of trailer hitches, which will help you understand the world of trailers.

Ball Mounts
Towing vehicles, such as a pickup or SUV, usually come ready with a hitch receiver. A hitch receiver is a square opening under the back bumper of your vehicle that allows a ball mount to slide right in and be secured with a locking pin. Your ball mount needs to match the class of your hitch, which should reflect how much weight you plan to pull. There are five classes, broken down as follows:

• Class I: 2,000 lbs
• Class II: 3,500 lbs
• Class III: 5,000 lbs
• Class IV: 10,000 lbs
• Class V: Anything > 10,000 lbs

Hitch Ball
A hitch ball is a trailer accessory that fits into the ball mount. The shank of the hitch ball comes in different diameters, so it's important to match the hitch ball to both the diameter of the ball mount and the coupler on the front of your trailer. Many trailer retailers sell packages with different sized hitch balls, allowing you to be able to tow a variety of different trailers.

Couplers
Couplers are the part that attaches to the front of your trailer. Couplers are similar to ball mounts in that they’re rated based on their weight capacity. There are two types of couplers: an A-frame and a straight-tongue. In both designs, a cup will be placed over your hitch ball, and a spring-loaded latch will secure the two pieces together. Since the opening of the coupler will need to fit over the hitch ball, you’ll need to make sure they’re the same diameter.

While there are many more different types of trailer accessories, these three are a great place to start when trying to understand the basics of hauling a trailer. If you want to learn more about trailer hitches, please don’t hesitate to reach out to any of us here at Terry’s Auto Body and Trailer Sales. We’d love to help you learn more, so give us a call at 641-985-2536, or visit our website.

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References

https://www.uhaul.com/Articles/Tips/119/Select-A-Hitch-Guide/

https://auto.howstuffworks.com/auto-parts/towing/equipment/hitch-accessories/10-most-popular-hitch-accessories3.htm

How to Teach Someone How To Tow a Trailer

When you imagine learning how to drive, we would have to assume that a nervous teenager who has no experience behind the wheel instantly comes to mind. Things that seem so routine and mundane to you, such as using the turn signal or changing lanes, seem like insurmountable tasks to a new driver. But after careful instruction and testing, soon, that timid teenager understands the rules of the road and can safely and seamlessly operate a vehicle.

Mastering the art of driving a typical automobile is one thing. Driving that automobile with a trailer towed behind it is an entirely different situation. Whether you are dealing a 16-year-old who just got their driver's license, or a lifelong friend who has plenty of years experience behind the wheel, here are a few things to keep in mind when teaching someone how to tow a trailer:

Do Your Research

Before you and your student get behind the wheel with a trailer in tow, you’ll want to consult the vehicle’s owner’s manual. This will have information on how much weight the given car can successfully haul. While some regularly sized sedans can haul up to 2,000 pounds, large trucks and SUVs can tow considerably more weight.  

Understand the Difficulty

Emphasize to your student that driving with a trailer is very difficult and is a task that should always be taken seriously. Safety should never be compromised. A new driver should practice pulling in and out of a driveway and navigating quiet back roads before attempting to drive in heavy traffic while pulling a trailer.

Check the Equipment

Make sure that the trailer is properly attached before hitting the road. Check the safety chains, lights, and license plate.

Know how to Navigate the Road

Because your vehicle is now close to double its regular length, you will have to take turns significantly wider to avoid hitting curbs, other cars, or running off of the road. It’s also best to keep a safe distance between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead of you when towing a trailer.

Terry’s Auto Body and Trailer Sales prides itself on providing exemplary customer services, we take every measure to ensure you are satisfied with all your trailer needs and will do whatever it takes to earn your business and remain lifelong clients. Terry’s Auto Body has been serving the  Riceville and McIntire area for over 30-years. We pride ourselves on being large enough to provide professionalism and reliability, yet small enough to provide personalized service. To discover more about how we can serve your needs please visit our website or call us at 641-985-2536 today. Like us on Facebook to stay up-to-date on current events, tips, and specials.  

Why You Should Cover Your Trailer or RV

As the cooler weather gets closer and closer, it also is a sign that RV and trailer season is sadly coming to an end. With rain, snow, and often sleet on their way, you should think about how you’re going to protect your RV or trailer over the winter season. Here are a few reasons you need to cover your trailer this winter.

UV Rays

If you don’t cover your trailer or RV, you’re going to notice UV damage in certain spots on your trailer. These rays beat down on your the exterior of your RV, and the heat buildup that accumulates on the surface can cause seal damage. Not only can the sun damage the seals on your trailer, but they can also fade the paint and graphics, and will also cause your trim to deteriorate and crack. This damage will cause annoying setbacks, and delay your summer trips due to repairs that could have easily been prevented.

Leaks

Cold winter weather is one of the biggest causes of leaks and water damage inside your trailer. In most cases, a leak in your RV or trailer can be worse than a leak in your home, mainly because leaks can go weeks and even months without being detected. If a leak isn’t detected quickly, you can end up with rotted wood trusses and frames, and you’ll also see mold and bacteria flourishing in the dark and damp places you can’t see. Leaks can cause a real dent in your wallet because many different aspects of your trailer, such as the floor or roof, are much harder and more expensive to fix than those that are in your home.

Interior Temperatures

Covering your trailer is one way to keep the interior temperatures of your trailer cooler. If you’re not doing this, temps can rise and cause real damage, especially if it’s humid. The water vapor in the air can cling to the floor, windows, and even seeps further into your camper between joints. This can cause structural damage and a real headache for you and your family.

If you want to start covering your trailer, but aren’t sure where to start, stop by Terry’s Auto Body & Trailer Sales. We sell tarp kits that can help protect your trailer or RV even in the worst weather conditions. Give us a call at 641-985-2536, or visit our website to learn more about the services and products we offer.

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References

https://www.tripsavvy.com/covering-your-camper-trailer-2912595

https://www.campingworld.com/blog/rv-basics/why-should-you-cover-your-rv/

https://www.heavydutytarps.net/travel-trailer-covers

https://www.coltonrv.com/rv-humidity-problems-serious-damage/

Everything You Need to Know About Trailer Tires

There’s nothing worse than heading out for a long weekend trip, and all of a sudden running into problems with your trailer tires. If you’re new to using a trailer, figuring out how to deal with tire problems can be confusing. The good news is, it doesn’t have to be! Here are some important things to keep in mind the next time you break out your trailer.

Passenger Tires vs. Special Trailer Tires

Many people out there will tell you that passenger tires will work just fine for your trailer. The truth is, they won’t. We see too many people pulling trailers on the side of the road with a flat trailer tire because they aren’t using the right ones, or they haven’t replaced it in the recommended time-frame. Special trailer tires, just like snow tires, are designed for a specific job in mind. These special tires are designed to handle the load of whatever you’re carrying around turns and corners at highway speeds. A normal passenger tire is NOT designed to do this. According to Goodyear Tire Company, “Trailer tires are designed for heavy-duty, free-rolling applications with emphasis on tread wear, rolling resistance, stability, and ease of towing.” In addition, they also have a heavier construction to meet the additional load carrying requirements of trailers.

Watch for Oxidation

Your true mark for knowing when to get new trailer tires is how much oxidation there is, not how much the tread has worn. You don’t wear down your trailer tires by driving as much as you do by letting them sit still through winters or different seasons because of bad weather. Because the rubber on the tire oxidizes, it’s recommended that you swap out your trailer tires every 3-5 years and replace them with new ones.

Under-inflation

One of the biggest causes of flat tires on trailers is because of under-inflation. A good rule of thumb is to check your tire pressure often, especially because trailer tires won’t show the same signs of low pressure that normal car tires will. Just remember to know exactly what PSI your trailer tires need to be at and always check them with a quality gauge.

If you have questions about the right tires for your trailer, give the professionals at Terry’s auto Body & Trailer Sales a call at 641-985-2536. We can help you find the best replacement tires for your trailer and would love to answer any additional questions you may have.

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References

https://www.westmarine.com/WestAdvisor/Trailer-Tire-Basics

http://www.boatus.com/magazine/trailering/archives/what-to-know-about-trailer-tires.asp

http://bestride.com/research/towing-choosing-the-best-pickup-for-the-job

Common Towing Issues

When towing a trailer, there are ample opportunities for problems to arise. It’s best to do your homework and know about the many problems that may pop-up before you head out, and how you can go about fixing them.

Trailer Sway

Trailer sway can be dangerous for many reasons, and it’s important to know how to deal with it if it happens to you. The most important thing to remember is to not brake, as this could make the swaying worse and harder to control. Instead, take your foot off the accelerator and let your vehicle slow down naturally. Try to steer your vehicle in a straight line, and if possible, pull off to the side of the road and see if you can figure out the source of the swaying.

Level Towing

Making sure you’re towing a level trailer to ensure both your towing vehicle and trailer are stable. If you happen to have a load that isn’t level, you could throw off the center of gravity of your load, and this can result in rollovers if you’re not careful. Make sure your trailer is level, including everything in it, before you start on your journey, and check on it every time you make a pit stop.

Balance Your Load

We can’t stress the importance of this enough. A balanced load can eliminate any stressful swaying or pitching during your trip while keeping others on the road safe as well. When packing your trailer, make sure you’re distributing the objects inside evenly throughout the trailer. It’s also important to not overload the trailer. Pack everything in tightly and make sure it can’t slide around as this can lead to pitching and uneven towing.

Troubleshoot

Before even starting your trip, double check that all lights on your trailer work. This includes brakes, blinkers, and hazards. Check the tire pressure in each tire to make sure they’re at the right pressure, and double check you have everything you need should you need to replace it along the way.

If you notice something wrong with your trailer before a trip and need some things repaired, contact Terry’s Auto Body & Trailer Sales at 641-985-2536 to set up an appointment today. We can help you with brakes, wiring and lighting, welding, hitch replacements and installations, and bearing and seal replacement. If you’re looking for a new trailer, visit our website to browse our selection.

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References

http://www.trailersauce.com/information/trailer-towing-problems/

http://blueoxstudio.com/2016/05/31/troubleshooting-some-common-problems-with-a-trailer/