Here are some tips for maintaining your utility trailer's tires:

1. Distribute weight properly by checking every load to ensure even distribution of cargo weight across the trailer. If one end is consistently bearing extra weight, the tires on that end will wear differently, and likely deflate faster.

2. Ensure protection against weather such as heat, ice, rain, and dry weather all affect the integrity of your utility trailer tires.

3. Inspect axles to ensure they are straight and aligned.

4. Measure tread regularly and replace tires when the tread depth is less than 2/32 inches.

5. Check inflation levels regularly and maintain pressure at the maximum PSI recommended on the tire’s sidewall for cool running, load-carrying ability and lowest rolling resistance.

We hope this information is helpful and adds value to your purchase of a new trailer at Oak Ridge Trailer Sales!

Here are some tips for maintaining your utility trailer's brakes:

1. Inspect your brakes regularly and service them at least once or twice a year depending on the trailer usage rate.

2. Check for corrosion, wear, stuck parts, and overall functionality.

3. Make sure the brake fluid is always up to the correct level and replace it at least once or twice a year.

4. Keep your trailer brakes properly adjusted and your brake controller calibrated.

The difference between electric and hydraulic brakes lies in the advantage of the independent brake control with the electric brake controller for the trailer brakes. Hydraulic brakes utilize hydraulic fluid and its pressure to stop wheels from turning. The faster you slow down, the more hydraulic braking pressure is applied to the trailer brakes. Electric brakes are the most common braking system on trailers. They are different than hydraulic brakes in that when you apply pressure to the tow vehicle’s brake pedal, pressure is also applied to the trailer brakes. Electric brakes, though, do not apply as much force against the tow vehicle as hydraulic brakes.

We hope this information is helpful and adds value to your purchase of a new trailer at Oak Ridge Trailer Sales.

Here are some tips for maintaining your utility trailer's tires:

Distribute weight properly by checking every load to ensure even distribution of cargo weight across the trailer. If one end is consistently bearing extra weight, the tires on that end will wear differently, and likely deflate faster.

Inspect axels to ensure they are straight and aligned.

Measure tread regularly and replace tires when the tread depth is less than 2/32 inches.

Check inflation levels regularly and maintain pressure at the maximum PSI recommended on the tire’s sidewall for cool running, load-carrying ability and lowest rolling resistance.

We hope this information is helpful and adds value to your purchase of a new trailer at Oak Ridge Trailer Sales!

To maintain your utility trailer, you should:

1. Check your tire pressure and periodically check your tires for wear and age.

2. Use wheel bearing protectors.

3. Keep your trailer brakes clean and have your brake pads or shoes inspected every few seasons.

4. Check the brake fluid reservoir in the master cylinder.

5. Apply lubrication to your trailer's coupler.

6. Inspect and maintain the awning.

7. Maintain hitches and other towing components.

8. Check the roof for leaks.

9. Drain the fresh water tank.

10. Make sure trailer brake and lights are working fine.

11. Keep the vents open.

12. Wash and wax your trailer.

13. Keep the hinges greased.

14. Check and maintain the trailer battery.

We hope this information is helpful and adds value to your purchase of a new trailer at Oak Ridge Trailer Sa