Trailer Maintenance Guide

Galvanizing               

The galvanize coating on your Mudgway Trailer is sacrificial to the steel it protects. It is made up of 99.5% zinc and acts in the same way as an anode attached to your motor. This means that the galvanized coating is sacrificial to the steel it protects. The coating will slowly degenerate in the presence of an electrolyte such as saltwater.

This is why the galvanizing will “dull off” after a short period of time. It is doing its job of protecting the steel chassis and components. If left unwashed the zinc coating will eventually disappear.

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Caring for Galvanizing

To prevent premature corrosion to your Mudgway Trailer it is best to wash your trailer with a solution of warm water and detergent, this can be brushed or sponged on.

The inside of the chassis and cross members can be cleaned out by putting the hose into the drain holes.

If possible one of the best ways to protect your Mudgway trailer is to immerse it in fresh water (river or lake) after you have used it in saltwater.

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Wheel Bearings

As the wheel bearings are a very important part of your trailer maintenance, they should be checked at least twice a year. To do this jack the trailer up and spin wheels - check for noise, vibration and excessive endplay.

Remove bearing caps or bearing buddies to check the condition of the grease - for water contamination or overheating. Always use a good quality wheel bearing grease do not use water soluble grease, this can make all the difference. Should water be found replace hub seals and/or wheel bearing caps. If using bearing buddies ensure they are kept pumped up with grease, if they are not serviced frequently they will allow water in. Do not over pressurize, as this may result in seal damage may result.

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Couplings and Safety Chain

Couplings and safety chains are critical for safe trailer operation. Coupling play when fitted on your vehicle should be checked. It is also important to make sure the correct size ball and coupling combination is being used.

Make regular checks of securing bolts for rust and ensure they are tight. These bolts must be high tensile. The chain should be bolted to the trailer with a high tensile bolt (not welded) this should be sufficient to hold the boat and trailer if it breaks away.

 

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