Cargo Management
- Recommended Air Conditioning Unit for an Enclosed Trailer
The most cost effective air conditioning unit we have for your enclosed trailer is the Advent Air Rooftop RV Air Conditioner part #ACM135. This unit has a 13,500 Btu rating which will do an excellent job of keeping your alpacas cool, three speed… view full answer... - Can Storage Boxes be Mounted on Front of V-Nose Trailer
We have seen people mount storage boxes on either side of the nose of a V-nose trailer like what you see in the picture I attached. The part #DZ91717P would work well if you have room for it like that. The dimensions of the box are 36" long… view full answer... - Recommended Camera System For Pre-Wired Forest River Trailers
For your 2018 Forest River 197BH, I recommend the Furrion RV Observation Camera System w/ Monitor and Bracket #FOS43TASF. This camera is prewired in your trailer to function when you shift into reverse. It can be rewired to work anytime the running… view full answer... - What is the Difference Between a Class II and a Class III Hitch?
The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to… view full answer... - Best Versatile Tie-Down Options for a Cargo Trailer
I am not sure how many of the Erickson E-Track systems you have seen but it really is your best bet when it comes to versatility and functionality. Not only do they have the Horizontal E-Track, like part #E19148, but they also have Vertical E-Track… view full answer... - Recommended Hardware to Use for CargoSmart 5 Foot Long X-Tracks
To use for installing the 5 foot long X-Tracks that come included with the CargoSmart X-Track Cargo Organizer Pro Bundle #3481788-P there's actually a nice hardware kit available with part #3481783 that helps take out a lot of the guess work.… view full answer... - MaxxTow MaxxHaul Trailer Tongue Toolbox Diamond Plate
The plate pattern for the MaxxTow MaxxHaul Trailer Tongue Toolbox #MT50122 comes in diamond vs. the square pattern you referred to in your question. I pulled a sample from the warehouse and included my photo so you could see first hand. Included is… view full answer... - Are Oil bath Hubs a Better Option for My 7,000 Lbs Axles Than Using Grease Hubs
The main reason people like oil bath hubs over grease hubs is the oil bath hubs have a less involved maintenance schedule than grease hubs. It is recommended to inspect and repack grease wheel bearings and seals every 12k miles. With oil bath hubs,… view full answer... - Where to Find Trailer VIN Information and What Do the Numbers & Letters Mean
A trailer VIN will usually be on a sticker or plate mounted on the frame near the tongue, often on the inside where it is more protected from road debris, or it could be near one of the axles. There is no absolute brand-specific rule for placement of… view full answer... - How to Choose the Correct Size Trailer Winch For a Boat Trailer
The size winch that you will need depends on a couple of different factors. I have included part of our hand winch FAQ below regarding boat winches and have linked the FAQ article for you to view. Finding the Right Capacity Winch for your Boat… view full answer... - What Weight Capacity of Tongue Jack is Needed for a 4,600 Pound Dry Weight Trailer
The rule of thumb for estimating a tongue weight is 10-15 percent of trailer weight. A 4,600 pound trailer would have a tongue weight between 460 and 690 pounds. Somewhere between a 1,000 to 2,000 pound capacity jack would be fine. Having a jack that… view full answer... - What Does the 5 and the J Indicate on a 15x5J Trailer Wheel and ST205/75D15
The 5 means that the wheel is 5 inches wide from bead to bead (not overall width). The J indicates the design of the wheel bead seat but it is nothing you need to be concerned with as this is the most common shape for all trailer tires. To measure… view full answer...