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Please
note all information is given as advice …..
The importance of a
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roadworthy,
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quality,
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sound trailer
cannot be under estimated for a
safe hassle free journey.
Important Points for Your
Trailer
| Suspension |
This is very important to
give your boat the ride that it deserves.
Many trailers on the road do not have the correct suspension,
causing either suspension failure or a very hard ride.
It must be maintained in
good and efficient working order.
The nose weight of the
trailer on the towing ball should not be above the permitted limit.
Note - if the nose weight
is excessive the trailer will become unstable causing trailer snake and
risking an overturn.
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| Bearings |
These
require regular checking for adjustment and waterproof grease should be
used to pack the bearings.
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| Secondary
Coupling |
This
legislation is applicable to trailers manufactured after 1st January 1997.
It’s purpose is to prevent a trailer becoming unattached from the
towing vehicle, should the principle connections fail for any reason.
The fitting is a sensible move for older
trailers.
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| Chassis |
Assuming
your trailer is galvanised it will require an occasional hosedown.
If painted regular maintenance is needed to ensure against corrosion.
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| Tyres |
Tyres
and wheels fitted to the trailer must be suitable to carry the maximum
weight of the trailer and it’s load.
Tyre pressures should be as recommended as the manufacturer.
Current legislation on tyre
wear applicable to vehicles is also applicable to trailers.
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Lights and Reflectors
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If
the trailer is used on the public roads during the hours of
darkness it must have
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Two illuminated red
rear marker lights
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Two red rear brake
lights
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Two amber direction
indicator lights
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Two red rear
reflecting triangles
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Number plate light
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Rear fog light (not
required if trailer <1300 mm width)
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Front reflectors (
required on trailers >1600mm width)
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| Towing
Tips |
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- It
is worthwhile carrying a spare wheel and set of bearings – and also
check your existing car jack is the correct height to lift your
trailer axle from the ground.
- You
are not allowed in the outside lane of a three or more lane motorway
- You
are not allowed to exceed 60mph on the motorway, and 50mph on other
roads provided no other limit is in force.
- At
all times the load must be secure so nothing can fall off when you go
round a bend or break hard. It is worthwhile stopping after a short
while into a journey to check ropes and lashings
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