Expert Answers about Trailers

• What is the Trailer Dolly with Highest Lift
• I have a solution for you, but there is not an available extension tube available for the Trailer Valet XL # TVXL25. I would instead recommend using the trailer dolly/jack with the highest lift we have available, which is the 24" tall Trailer Valet 5X Swivel Jack and Trailer Mover # STC-V211. This dolly has an adjustable height between 9" and 24" tall, which is almost 4" taller than the maximum height of the Trailer Valet XL # TVXL25 , which tops out at 20-1/4". Aside from the height,...
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• Differences Between Class II And Class III Trailer Hitch On My 2021 Mazda CX-5
• Your 2021 Mazda CX-5 is compatible with a Class II and a Class III Curt trailer hitch. Besides the difference in size, 1-1/4" and 2" respectively, they have different maximum weight limits. The Curt trailer hitch that is compatible with your vehicle, Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class II - 1-1/4", part # C12170, has a maximum tongue weight of 350 lbs and maximum gross trailer weight of 3,500 lbs. The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2", part # C13315...
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• Comparing Timbren Axle-Less Suspension Systems to Standard Beam Axles for Off-Road Trailer
• The 2000-lb-rated Timbren axle-less system # A20RS545 will be fine for your application. Since your trailer will weigh below this 2000-lb maximum there will be no real benefit from moving to a higher-rated system. That might even produce rougher handling when the trailer is unloaded. One of the additional benefits of a Timbren axle-less system is ground clearance. There is no axle beam under the trailer and no leaf springs so you can achieve better ground clearance under the trailer. Timbren...
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• What Type of Tires to Use on Home-Built Off-Road Trailer
• The term regular tires when used in the context of Timbren axle-less suspension systems like # A20RS545 distinguishes this kit from one that can be used with off-road trailer wheels/tires, such as kit # ASR1THDS03. Do please note that for a fabricated trailer you will want to use only trailer wheels and special trailer tires. Passenger vehicle wheels and tires are built differently and are not suitable for use on a trailer. Trailer wheels usually have different offset (the distance they...
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• What is the Difference Between Trailer and Passenger Vehicle Radial Tires
• The difference between trailer and passenger vehicle tires is that trailer tires, like the Karrier ST225/75R15 Radial Trailer Tire # AM10303, have a stiffer sidewall which helps them to accommodate the heavy trailer loads. Passenger vehicle tires have more flex in the sidewall to help give you a smoother ride. Since there shouldn't be passengers in a trailer while it is being towed the trailer tires don't need to have sidewalls that flex. Attached is a link to our tire and wheel helpful...
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• Selecting Correct ST235/80-16 Special Trailer Tires
• When putting new tires on a trailer the most important things are to ensure you select special trailer type tires (the ST type) in a compatible size and with the weight load range needed to handle the weight of the fully-loaded trailer. Special trailer tires are available in both bias ply and radial designs. Radial trailer tires like the Provider # PRG80235 that you referenced are better for highway driving since their sidewalls have more flex and since they are rated for up to 81-mph....
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• Difference Between Trailer Tires And Automobile Tires
• The main difference between a trailer tire like the Kenda Karrier S-Trail Radial Trailer Tire, part # AM10130, and an automobile tire is that a trailer tire will have a thicker sidewall which is designed for increased load capacity on a trailer. Trailer tires are identified with ST, like ST145/R12. Automobile tires are designed more for ride, comfort and handling. If you placed tires designed for trailers on an automobile, the ride would be very stiff and uncomfortable, and is not recommended....
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• Comparing the Different Class III Trailer Hitches for a 2019 Honda Odyssey
• I have listed the distance from the center of the hitch pin hole to the outer edge of the bumper on all of the class III trailer hitch receivers we have for your 2019 Honda Odyssey below: etrailer.com Trailer Hitch Receiver - part # e98855 (3") Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - part # C13370 (3") Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - part # C64NR (4-1/2") Therefore, the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part # C64NR will be the most recessed and the etrailer.com Trailer Hitch Receiver part # E98855 or...
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• Comparing Curt TriFlex Trailer Brake Controller To Curt Discovery Trailer Brake Controller.
• The main difference is the Curt TriFlex Trailer Brake Controller # C24VV is a proportional brake controller while the Curt Discovery Trailer Brake Controller # C84VV is a time delay controller. The proportional controller will automatically adjust power sent to your trailer brakes based on how hard you are braking, while the time delay always sends the same force no matter how soft or hard you are braking. Those with time delay controllers will often have to reach down to crank up the...
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• Comparing Trailer Valet RVR5 and RVR12 For Moving Trailers Around On Dirt Inside an Arena
• For your trailer and situation I recommend the Trailer Valet RVR12 Remote-Controlled Trailer Dolly # TV59FR. This dolly is rated for trailers with a tongue weight up to 1,200lbs and a trailer weight up to 12,000lbs. Your trailer has a maximum trailer weight of 7,000lbs and with the large tool box on the front it likely has a large tongue weight percentage. The rubber treads can handle asphalt, gravel, grass, and dirt surfaces with ease. Best of all this unit has 3 speed options to increase...
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• Electric Winch Comparison for 4500 lb Boat Trailer Application
• The Bulldog Winch Trailer Winch - Synthetic Rope - Hawse Fairlead - 4,400 lbs # BDW15020 is a really great winch designed for utility trailer use. It is able to be used as a boat trailer winch, but it has a slower run time with a long recovery cycle. The Dutton-Lainson TW4000 StrongArm Electric Winch - Marine - 4,000 lbs # DL25200 is my recommendation with almost twice as fast a line speed under load and nowhere near the amperage draw. This will serve you better for your 4,500 lb boat...
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• Could Trailer Vent HMAV2-AVT2 Install on Trailer Underbelly
• Yes, you could install the 2-piece Trailer Vent part # HMAV2-AVT2 in the underbelly of a travel trailer if you wanted.
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• Differences Between Hopkins Endurance Multi-Tow 7-, 5- and 4-Way # HM48470 and # HM47570
• The Hopkins Endurance Multi-Tow 7-, 5- and 4-Way Flat Trailer Connector # HM48470 is a combination 7-, 5- and 4-way trailer socket for a tow vehicle that connects to the vehicle through screw-down wire terminals on its rear. With this item in place you can connect trailers with either 4-pole or 5-pole flat connectors or a 7-way blade style. Hopkins Endurance Multi-Tow Trailer Connector Adapter # HM47570 serves a similar purpose but its connections are different. This part connects to the...
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• Do Exhaust Brakes On 2005 Dodge Cummins Cause Trailer Brakes To Overheat When Using Brake Controller
• On your 2005 Dodge Cummins Diesel with exhaust brakes, using the Tekonsha P-3 Trailer Brake Controller, # 90195, will not cause your trailer brakes to overheat on a long downhill. It will only apply power to the trailer brakes in proportion to the vehicles deceleration. When using the Tekonsha Prodigy P2 Brake Controller, # 90885, it will apply power to the trailer brakes only when the vehicles brakes are applied. So the trailer brakes will not be applied until you touch the vehicles...
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• Choosing Between Lippert and Tuson Electronic Trailer Stability/Sway Control
• We don't carry the Hayes system, but I can explain the differences between the Tuson # 335TSC-1000 Asymmetric Sway Control and the Lippert # LC380605 Sway Command. • The Tuson is compaitble with 1 to 4 brake axles, while the Lippert is only compatible with up to 2 axles. • The Tuson needs to be mounted between 1-10 feet rearward of the trailer hitch ball, while the Lippert can be mounted anywhere between 4-10 feet rearward. Both need to be installed on the trailer centerline. • The...
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• Comparing Different Trailer Hitch Options for a 2020 Chevrolet Traverse
• There are two main trailer hitch options for a 2020 Chevrolet Traverse, the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver part # 76184 (see photo one) and the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part # C13380 (see photo two). The main difference between the two is that Draw-Tite hitch installs behind the rear bumper so it will be more difficult to install but then again it will also provide a much cleaner look once installed. On the other hand, the Curt hitch will be much easier to install but it...
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• Weight Distribution System Needed for a Haulmark Car Trailer Towed by a Chevrolet Suburban
• The difference between the Reese Weight Distribution Systems, # RP66074 and # RP66084, is that the RP66084 system includes the adjustable shank and the # RP66074 system does not. If you choose to go with RP66074, then you will also want to get the Reese Weight Distribution Shank, # RP54970, and both systems will require a hitch ball, # 19286. It is very important to verify the gross trailer weight and the tongue weight of your trailer before purchasing a weight distribution system. The...
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• Comparing Bias Trailer Tires with Radial Trailer Tires for an Enclosed Snowmobile Trailer
• The benefit of going to a larger tire is that you will have less revolutions on a larger tire than on a smaller one meaning that the larger tire will not wear out as fast. The additional weight of a larger tire is not something to be concerned about as far as the bearings go as long as the trailer is still under its gross capacity. As long as the trailer can accept the larger size without interference with the trailer body and frame there is no reason not to go to a larger size. There...
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• Comparing LT Tires To ST Tires For Maximum Speed Rating And Handling
• The ST tires will actually be a better option for a small utility trailer than LT tires. LT tires are for Light Truck applications and can be used on trailers, but they are not made specifically for trailers. They are made to have not as strong a sidewall because they are made to adapt for turning. ST trailer tires are made to have a very strong side wall and are made specifically to track for use on a trailer application. I know LT sounds more durable and strong, but that isn't the...
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• What is the Difference Between the Correct Track Trailer Alignment Kit LC87120 and RR23QX
• The difference between the Correct Track Trailer Alignment and Lift Kit # LC87120 and the Correct Track Trailer Alignment and Lift Kit # RR23QX is that the # LC87120 is for a single axle trailer and the # RR23QX is for a tandem axle trailer. Since your 2018 Jayco Eagle is a tandem axle trailer you would want to use the # RR23QX tandem axle kit. The # RR23QX will contain all the additional parts needed for a tandem axle application.
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