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Stability

How To Mount A Trailer Axle Straight

March 11, 2023July 4, 2022 by Mechanic
Mount A Trailer Axle

Of all the important things to do when building a trailer, getting the axle(s) right is near the top of the list.  It is the position on the trailer, yes, and proper alignment as well.  In this article we look at “How to Mount a Trailer Axle(s) Straight and True.”

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Categories Mechanics Tips Tags Axle, Measurements, Quality, Stability, Tandem Leave a comment

Trailer Towing Tips

October 4, 2022April 15, 2022 by Mechanic
Trailer Towing Tips

As we plan and eventually set out for the many adventures this year, let’s plan for a great trip.  Here are some good towing tips to make it all go much smoother.

For RV’s or any other trailer, the tips are

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Categories Adventures Tags Safety, Stability, Tips, Trailer Leave a comment

Can I Use An Axle-Less Suspension

February 6, 2023February 2, 2022 by Mechanic
Compare Axle-Less

Axle-Less trailers.  Yes, that’s a thing, and we get a lot of questions about this unique suspension.  Some people ask if it’s any good?  Other’s ask if it will work with our trailer plans?  Still others ask about using them for tandems?  We even get questions about using it

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Categories Adventures, Plans Info Tags Axle, Fixture, Force, Stability, Torsion 2 Comments

Trailer Suspension Equalizer Link Action

October 3, 2022November 24, 2021 by Mechanic
Trailer Suspension Equalizer Link

There are many different sizes and shapes of the suspension equalizer link.  What are they for?  Better yet, when should I choose one shape over another?

If you’ve read much on this website, then you know

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Categories Mechanics Tips Tags Analysis, Design, Stability, Suspension, Triple 4 Comments

When Does My Trailer Need Brakes?

March 18, 2023November 13, 2021 by Mechanic
Trailer Axles with Brakes

There are laws that say when a trailer must have brakes.  In most places within the USA, when the trailer total capacity is over 3000 lbs, trailer brakes are required.  That’s all well and good, but we all know that laws are an ignorant way of covering the least

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Categories Mechanics Tips Tags Best Practices, Safety, Stability, Trailer 2 Comments

Trailer Sway – Video Review & Discussion

September 25, 2021 by Mechanic
Trailer Sway Video Review

Understanding Trailer Dynamics like Sway is a really important.  If you look for it, there are many articles and some great YouTube videos discussing and demonstrating the many factors and issues.

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Categories Adventures Tags Best Practices, Safety, Stability, sway, Trailer, Video Leave a comment

Dangling By A Single Trailer Chain

December 31, 2022March 22, 2021 by Mechanic
Saved by Trailer Chain

If you ever doubt the sanity of safety chains, then see this example of where a single trailer chain literally saved lives.  The story is amazing from all angles –

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Categories News Tags Best Practices, Chain, Safety, Stability, Strength, Trailer 3 Comments

How Much Can I Tow With My Vehicle?

October 6, 2022March 3, 2021 by Mechanic
How Much Can I Tow?

There are 3 main factors with how much you can tow.  While it all seems simple, digging in makes it a little less clear.  Yes, it’s easy to look at the simple rating numbers, 

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Categories Mechanics Tips Tags Limits, Safety, Stability, Towing, Trailer 2 Comments

On The Road – Rattle Traps We Call Trailers

October 28, 2021February 2, 2021 by Mechanic
A Scary Trailer Along The Road

Are you ever scared by what you see in tow rolling along down the highway?  I am often surprised at the contraptions that pass for legal.  Join me.  Let’s make a collection of photos here for a few good laughs — Scary trailers on the road.

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Categories Adventures Tags Customer Story, DIY, Safety, Stability, Trailer Leave a comment

Converting A Trailer

June 16, 2021February 24, 2020 by Mechanic
Converting a Trailer

The concept of re-purposing or converting a trailer is absolutely awesome.  My hat’s off to anyone who can find a way to reuse and convert something from end-of-life to new-again.  We need more of that in our world!

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Categories Customer Stories Tags Axle, Best Practices, Calculation, Customer Story, Stability, Trailer 1 Comment

What Is The Right Trailer Tongue Length?

June 18, 2021April 10, 2019 by Mechanic
What is the right trailer tongue length?

How long should a trailer tongue be?  Is there a standard or is it totally arbitrary?  Let’s get some answers on this fun trailer tongue length topic.

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Categories Mechanics Tips Tags Force, Stability, Tongue, Trailer 24 Comments

Overslung or Underslung Trailer Springs?

October 10, 2022January 9, 2019 by Mechanic
Overslung or Underslung Trailer Springs

Because you asked . . . What are the advantages of Overslung – OR – Underslung trailer springs?  They both have a good purpose, so let’s discuss it.  The concepts are pretty easy to see with some good graphics.

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Categories Mechanics Tips Tags Axle, Spring, Stability 14 Comments

Video – Why Do Some Trailers Tow Stable?

September 30, 2021December 19, 2017 by Mechanic
Why Do Some Trailers Tow Stable and Others Not?

The way a trailer tows makes a big difference in the ownership experience.  So, Why do some trailers tow stable, while others do not?  Even a small trailer that does misbehaves by swaying is rather intimidating

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Categories Mechanics Tips Tags Best Practices, Safety, Stability, Trailer, Video 1 Comment
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