How to Choose the Correct ATV/UTV Tire
Posted by Petra S. on 10/11/2011 to
Tires and Wheels
Everyone has a different preference when it comes to ATV tires.
However, the majority of riders usually find themselves in one of two
categories: riders who focus on tread and riders who focus on air
capacity. No matter what you prefer, an upgrade is usually necessary to
keep your tires in the best shape possible.
First, you have to consider what machine your ATV tires
How to Measure a Trailer Axle
Posted by Petra S. on 10/7/2011 to
Boat Trailer Parts
The first thing one needs to know when choosing a
trailer axle is the axle capacity required for your particular trailer.
The capacity is basically determined by the smallest capacity of the
components that make up the trailer, in other words, the weakest link in
the chain. This particular chain includes the frame, axle, hubs,
spindles, bearings, tires, wheels, springs and all hardware (among other
things). Here are the instructions for measuring some of the various
components:
How Old is my ST Trailer Tire?
Posted by Petra S, on 10/5/2011 to
Tires and Wheels
Age affects safety and reliability of all tires. ST trailer tires can be
particularly badly affected. Slow turnover of inventory often leaves these tires
on the shelf for far longer than is normally considered desirable. This means
that just looking at the tread and wear on the tire might not help you determine
how old it actually is.
Trailer Tire Technical Information - Bias Ply, Radial, Load Range and more
Posted by Petra S. on 10/5/2011 to
Tires and Wheels
Proper wheel selection is a very important component of your trailer gear system. When replacing your trailer tires/rims it is critical that the proper size and load range be selected in order to match the load requirements of the trailer. The following characteristics are extremely important and should be thoroughly checked when replacing trailer tires.
Trailer Disc Brakes Vs Trailer Drum Brakes - Which Is Right For My Application?
Posted by Petra S. on 10/3/2011 to
Boat Trailer Parts
Smaller trailers don’t have separate brakes, but the medium and
heavy-duty trailers have either trailer disc brakes or trailer drum
brakes. In most applications, the trailer brakes work via a hydraulic
surge brake actuator. When you step on the brakes, the forward movement
of the trailer pushes the telescopic actuator in, which activates the
master cylinder and the brakes on the trailer
New PHAT STAR Trailer Wheel PHAT is where it's AT!
Posted by Petra S. on 10/1/2011 to
Tires and Wheels
Whether you are hitting the river or cruising in the ocean, you will arrive
there in style with this sleek trailer wheel mounted on your trailer.
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