Things to Consider When Buying a Trailer Part 3
Cosmetic Features to Consider
Things to Consider When Buying a Trailer Part 2
What are you Hauling ? Heavy equipment , Hay , Cars , A Load of Dirt. No matter what you’re hauling Custom Built can help you find the trailer for your needs. When you’re chooseing your trailer make sure that you are always considering what you’ll be hauling. Because over loading your trailer may shorten the lifespan of it. How Heavy is the load that you’re hauling ? […]
Things To Consider When Buying A Trailer
What are you hauling ? How heavy is the equipment you’re hauling ? Do you need a bumper pull, pintel hitch , gooseneck ? How many ramps do you need ? How many axels ? Do you need an upper deck ? Are you looking to haul cars ? Do you need side rails ? Do you need something with hydraulics ? Can your vehicle handle the size of the trailer that you’d like to […]
When Do You Need a CDL for Towing a Trailer?
While requirements for obtaining a commercial driver’s license (CDL) may vary slightly from state to state, the federal regulations are universal covering interstate transportation of cargo. This includes cargo that originates or terminates out of state even if you pick up and or deliver it in your state. Here are a few of the basic CDL license requirements for towing a trailer, as well as those specific to the state of Texas. The vehicle you […]
Trailer Safety Tips
Take time to practice before driving on main roads and never allow anyone to ride in or on the trailer. Before you leave, remember to check routes and restrictions on bridges and tunnels. Consider the following safety tips each time you drive with a trailer. General Handling Use the driving gear that the manufacturer recommends for towing. Drive at moderate speeds. This will place less strain on your tow vehicle and trailer. Trailer instability (sway) […]