Posted 2007-05-15 9:43 AM (#60791 - in reply to #60780) Subject: RE: what to look for-used trailer
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Posts: 1205 Location: Arkansas
Things, that, if they fail, get you or your horse killed. Floor, floor supports, running gear, hitch. Then, bent axle or frame, and any metal protrusion to cut a horse. Spare tire& wheel? Tire condition, also easily replaced.
Posted 2007-05-15 10:31 AM (#60796 - in reply to #60780) Subject: RE: what to look for-used trailer
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Posts: 38 Location: Elgin, Texas
Make sure that you open all of the windows and doors. I know of a trailer company that use to put drop down windows (with wood on the inside) on their trailers. I go through them with a fine tooth comb. I just ordered a 4-Star and I will go over it also.
Posted 2007-05-15 7:29 PM (#60813 - in reply to #60780) Subject: RE: what to look for-used trailer
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Posts: 1723 Location: michigan
I guess you should approach this just as if you'd check out anything else you might buy used. Make sure things that should light, up light up. If it should close, check to see that it does. Obviously, being used, you'll find somethings show signs of wear or are dinged. Only you can determine if its something you can or can't live with. I'd certainly check the floors ( under the mats), see that breaks are working and overall if its in good shape.
Posted 2007-05-15 8:20 PM (#60817 - in reply to #60780) Subject: RE: what to look for-used trailer
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Posts: 309 Location: MO
Important to check the floor - PULL THE MATS UP and look carefully. If you can possibly do so, look underneath. Not just flooring but wiring, cables struts, etc. Look for rust on any steel parts, particularly frame members. If the frame is rusty, you may have major repairs to do.
what to look for-used trailer
