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TEQ HOW TO: change trailer wheel bearings

Posted by Leon Silby on Jul 24, 2017 3:02:53 PM

Bearings are one of the most common parts to be replaced on a trailer. They work hard, so its no wonder!

Bearings will need replacing or adjusting when there is audible noise when spinning the wheel, or when there is slop in the wheel on the stub axle. Many trailer owners and users like to replace their trailer bearings periodically to avoid down-time and failure.

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Topics: NZ trailers, trailer parts, trailers nz, bearings, fitting, overhaul, trailer, bearing overhaul, how-to, trailer bearings, wheel bearings, wheels, trailer wheel

Disc vs drum - which type of brakes are better?

Posted by Leon Silby on Jun 21, 2017 12:00:51 PM

Brakes take towing to a new level, especially if you haven’t done much towing or if you have never experienced towing a braked trailer. As well as being able to slow down and stop without a loaded trailer pushing your tow vehicle into a dangerous position, and being able to stop quickly in an emergency, having brakes on a trailer allows for the safe towing of heavier loads without having to invest in a tow vehicle with a higher tow rating.

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Topics: braking, trailer braking, nz trailer brakes, brakes, trailer brakes, calipers, disc brakes, brake fade, drum brakes, nz brakes, rotor

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