U-Bolts and Kits: A Practical Guide for Trailer Owners When people think about trailer safety, they usually focus on the big parts first. Brakes, tyres, couplings, suspension, lights, and safety chains often get most of the attention. However, some of the smaller...
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Easy Caravan & Trailer Axle Jack
Couplemate Caravan Axle Jack The ultimate roadside companion for caravan owners. The Couplemate Caravan Axle Jack (Easy Jack) provides a safe, stable, and effortless way to lift your caravan or trailer. Specifically tested for both round and square axles, it takes the...
Learn how To Fit and Install A Marine Seal To Your Axle
This video shows you how to grease and install a trailer bearing seal correctly. Steve explains the step by step procedure to install new bearing seals and beat water ingress. Marine Bearing kits offer a marine seal as opposed to a standard seal.
How To Easily Measure Rim Tyre Backspace
How to Measure Wheel Backspace on a Caravan Wheel backspace is a critical measurement for caravan safety and performance. In fact, it is so important that custom axle manufacturers like Couplemate will not build a new axle without this exact figure. An incorrect...
Caravan Electric Brake Troubleshooting Guide
How to Determine the Best Solution to Fix Hot Caravan Brakes Hot caravan brakes can fail suddenly or develop gradually over time. Even experienced mechanics often require expert assistance to isolate these issues. Since electric braking systems (10-inch and 12-inch)...
Stainless Top Hat Disc Rotor & Caliper Installation
Disk Rotor and Caliper Installed On Standard Ford Hub Marine Trailer Tips Stainless top hat rotors and calipers can be installed easily onto marine axles and are ideal for all Australian and American galvanised hubs. Suits a 10-inch or 12-inch disc rotor setup. You...



