Aug 25, 2023 | Trailer Axles
Summer is a busy time for your trailer. Excessive trailer use results in general wear and tear from the hot temperatures and dirt and debris on the roadways. As we near the end of Summer, it’s time to check the key components of your trailer and do general trailer...
Aug 20, 2023 | Trailer Axles
This article discusses trailer maintenance for the end of summer. Tune back in next week for End of Summer Trailer Maintenance Part 2! Summertime is a busy time for trailer towing! Your trailer is getting a lot of use, resulting in general wear and tear from blazing...
Aug 12, 2023 | Trailer Axles
This article answers the popular question, Does my trailer’s bolt pattern reveal my trailer’s towing capacity? What is a bolt pattern? First, let’s understand what a bolt pattern is. A bolt pattern, also known as a lug pattern, is determined by the number of bolt...
Aug 9, 2023 | Trailer Axles
This is the final article in a 4-part series that dives into all of the key components of a trailer axle. This article will discuss hanger hardware. While a trailer axle may seem relatively simple, an axle is made up of 4 key components – an axle beam, wheel...
Aug 7, 2023 | Spring Axles, Torsion Axles, Trailer Axles
This Q&A answers your most popular questions about trailer axle life expectancy. Q: Does hauling distance impact the life of my trailer axles? A: With frequent hauls and longer hauling distances, your axles will undergo more general wear over time. This greatly...
Aug 5, 2023 | Trailer Axles
What are light-duty trailer axles? Light-duty axles are the most common type of axles used by haulers. The Light-duty name indicates that an axle is only rated for trailer weights ranging from 1,000 pounds to 8,000 pounds. Understanding more about this kind of...
