Boat Trailer wheel nut indicators help identify loose wheel nuts caused by rough dirt roads. Broken wheel studs on caravans and boats occur regularly on Australia's open...
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Q&A: Why Does Off-Road Driving Destroy Electric Brakes?
Why Does Off-Road Driving Destroy Electric Brakes? It's an unfortunate reality that dirt roads can wreak havoc on electric brakes. Many caravan owners have discovered that the...
Defining Vibration Fatigue | Caravans and Boat Trailers
Vibration Fatigue in Caravans and Boat Trailers Vibration fatigue in caravans and boat trailers is one of the leading causes of bearing failure, spring failure and failures...
Preventing Caravan Sway
How can I stop Caravan Sway is a great question. Learn why we recommend tow ball weights should be 5% to 7% on a tandem trailer and 7% to 10% on a single axle trailer. The key to...
How to avoid a Towing Disaster
How to avoid a Towing Disaster with your $80,000 rig. Towing your caravan is not as simple as you would think. Here are a few things the experts check when servicing your caravan...
Can Overlay Axles Be Inverted?
Can You Invert Overlay Axles? | Caravans, Trailers & Campers There are quite a few reasons why you may wish to flip your overlay axle, though almost all of them pertain to...
The Trailer and Caravan Checklist 2023
Whether you’re on holiday around Australia or just taking your boat to the beach, inspecting your trailer is an essential first step in your journey. If you have a holiday coming...
Wrong Spring Hanger Location Causes Problems
Spring Problems caused by Hanger Location Spring problems are more likely caused by an incorrect rear hanger location than wrong size spring. 90% of Shackle Springs have hangers...
Caravan and Chassis Inspections Identify Pending Disasters
Caravan and Chassis Inspections Identify Pending Disasters. A thorough caravan and chassis inspection should be undertaken by your service mechanic at least yearly and certainly...
Lanyard Breakaway Switch Safety Alert
Lanyard Breakaway Switch Safety Alert Breakaway Safety Lanyard Switch general owner inspection alert for Caravans and trailers over 2000kg only. Safety switch lanyards are...