Can I Use Bearing Buddies on my Caravan? Installing bearing buddies on your caravan can have unintended consequences, such as destroying your braking system. We understand the...
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Loose Axle U-Bolts cause Highway Havoc
Loose axle U-bolts cause highway havoc for unsuspecting caravaners. The reality of not checking your rig before heading on your family holiday can quickly become a nightmare. The...
Stretching U-Bolts cause Caravanning Problems
Stretched U-bolts are easily fixed. However, unforeseen issues can have disastrous consequences when towing a trailer or van if left untouched. The humble U-bolt clamps the...
Why Caravan Bearings and Boat Bearing Fail
Caravan Bearings and Boat Trailer Bearings Caravan and boat trailer bearings are contentious issues, especially when they fail. I saw a wheel off a caravan on my way home, which...
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...
Bearing Buddy: Fallen Off or Stolen?
Has your Bearing Buddy fallen off or was it stolen? This simple question has never satisfactorily been answered. Theft from the boat ramp is the popular culprit but is it true?...
Caravan Electric Brake Maintenance 2023
Couplemate Caravan Electric Brakes and Magnets Deconstructed Caravan electric drum brakes, magnets and optimising electrical connection methods are always trendy topics. As a...
IRS Axles and Drop Axles with Thin Drop Plates causing Problems
Thin Drop plates on IRS and Drop Axles are continuing to cause problems. Drop plates with a thickness of 25mm are breaking during shock loading events. Couplemate and Alko use...
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...
Caravan Shock Absorbers
Caravan Shock Absorbers Caravan damage from roads can be disastrous. The science of Caravan/Camper shock absorbers is all too simple. Remove energy created by rough roads by the...