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Traditional trailers, caravans, and campers usually have springs mounted below the axle (often called "overslung" axles). However, some trailers in Australia are supplied with...

As a Queensland-based trailer parts supplier, our team frequently encounters avoidable caravan breakdowns and roadside emergencies. Queensland Road Safety Week 2024 is focusing...

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 Does Off-Road Driving Destroy Electric Brakes? It's unfortunate that dirt roads can damage electric brakes. Many caravan owners have discovered that the vibrations from...

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...

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...

Fixing Dangerous Caravan Vibration Fatigue If vibration fatigue can bring down a Boeing 747, you can be sure it has the capability to bring down your caravan too. Boeing has...

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...

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...