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If you are towing a boat trailer, caravan, camper trailer, box trailer or heavy vehicle trailer you can find articles here that will help you install, operate and maintain the quality trailer and caravan parts that Couplemate manufactures. Got more questions? Give our expert team a call on 07 3348 3822.
Caravan Axle Upgrades start with the Wheel Offset. When upgrading your current caravan or camper wheels, first measure your wheel offset. To achieve the correct distance, place the wheel on the ground, face down and put a straight edge across the tyre. In the case...
Boat owners and fishing enthusiasts love galvanised trailer gear—for good reason. Compared to bare or black steel, hot dip galvanised steel is known to take longer to rust in highly corrosive environments (like saltwater). However, some Australians are concerned...
So you’ve bought a caravan… Or you’re thinking of buying one. In today’s world, it’s easy to turn to social media for advice. Some advice can be helpful, and some can be incorrect, outdated, and dangerous. On top of this, no matter how...
Whether you’re towing a caravan, trailer, or camper, knowing your vehicle’s weight limits is key to towing safely, legally, and with confidence. One weight you must know is your D-value. Here is a simple guide to what the D-value is and how to ensure...
Electric caravan brakes are a commonly-used brake setup. So below, I will bust some common electric caravan brake myths. Because even auto electricians get it wrong sometimes. This article is part of the Couplemate™ Frequently Asked Questions Technical Hub unit....
A customer turned up today and asked for a large, extinct Dexter Oval Magnet because he believes it works better than the smaller brake magnets that are plentiful everywhere. Penny, our social media guru, served the customer who showed him a magnet from our...
How Do You Install Weld Rings on an Axle? This is a critical step. Weld rings that are mounted incorrectly will result in consistent braking issues. Refer the job to a qualified boilermaker if required.
This is a general guide for converting an existing, unbraked axle into an electrically braked axle with hub drums. Installation procedures contained herein are to be completed by a suitably qualified person/s. Caravan and trailer braking requirements are covered in...
Broken ring couplings and pintle hooks are often the result of a trailer jack knife incident. Jackknifing often occurs while reversing and causes severe damage to your trailer drawbar, its coupling, and your tow vehicle. This article is part of the Couplemate™...
Whether you tow a caravan, horsefloat, or any kind of trailer, it’s important you understand what towing safety standards exist and how they apply to you. This overview of ADR 62/02 will help frame its importance in safe towing by outlining its key role and function.