Trailer Safety 101

ATTENTION!

IT’S MANDATORY TO RETORQUE YOUR LUG NUTS TO 120 FT. LB. ON TRAILERS EVERY 50-100 MILES AFTER PURCHASE.

It is recommended to retighten and check all fasteners and lug nuts on a regular basis. Trailers create a lot of vibration and fasteners can come loose.

  • Check hitch chains – make sure the chains are properly attached to tow vehicle. Make sure they do NOT drag and are criss-crossed.
  • Check battery charge on break away battery.
  • Check tires and tire pressure.
  • Be sure the jack stand is up.
  • Check brakes lights, turn signal lights and running lights are operating properly.
  • Towing vehicle needs to be of adequate size and hauling capacity.
  • Bumper or Hitch is adequately rated and properly secured.
  • Pin & Clip securing insert into receiver
  • Make sure towing ball is the correct size
  • Ball is tight
  • Trailer brakes are working properly
  • Lugs nuts are tight (Recheck on a regular basis)
  • Re-check all fasteners and lug nuts periodically during use.
  • BEFORE towing – perform a complete trailer walk-around – looking for any loose parts, etc.