Despite the high level of care that boat owners give to their boats, many skimp on boat trailer services and ignore key safety issues that their trailer may possess.. To make matters worse, Colorado is ranked first in rates of tailgating, with one in four Colorado drivers admitting to tailgating on a regular basis, which further increases the dangers of pulling a boat trailer. At Ainsworth Trailer Repair, we understand the necessity of comprehensive boat trailer service and are committed to providing it to Colorado residents in order to keep you and your trailer safe during your travels.
When driving behind a trailer, it is recommended to give yourself at least 4 seconds between yourself and the trailer. However, many tailgaters ignore this rule and as such, put themselves and those around them
in a high-risk situation. The average stopping distance for a trailer driving 55 mph is 196 feet, over 60 feet more than the 133 feet required for a passenger vehicle. This gives you a lot less flexibility when it comes to minimizing your dangers during tailgating situations. One of the best ways to deal with this decreased flexibility and control is to get regular boat trailer service through experienced mechanics, such as the ones on-site at Ainsworth Trailer Repair to make sure than things like trailer brakes and lighting are in optimum working condition.
Risks of a Faulty Boat Trailer
- Blowouts due to tire rot
- Wheels coming off due to dry bearings and spindle damage
- Swaying at higher speeds due to frame damage
- Loss of trailer due to faulty locking mechanism
In response to the increase in boat trailer accidents over the last 3 years, states have started to look closer at boat trailer laws. Due to this increase in focus on boat trailer laws, ensuring that you receive regular boat trailer service is a necessity. One issue found in many boat trailer accidents is the wrong size ball is used in the locking device, which can have fatal results and place the legal blame for the accident on you. The Ainsworth Trailer Repair mechanics have experience in dealing with every kind of boat trailer problem and strive to provide your trailer with a personalized level of care to minimize the chances of roadside accidents.
Tailgating is a dangerous practice and is the cause of a majority of rear end collisions. For residents of Colorado, this danger is as high as ever, making it essential for boat and trailer owners to keep your trailer in top shape and keep you and everyone else on the road as safe as possible. At Ainsworth Trailer Repair we have seen a multitude of ways in which trailers can deteriorate, many of which are not often screened for or noticed by other repair companies. From tire rot that can compromise your tires, improper ball and locking systems that can cause a detachment of your trailer, and electrical system corrosion, our experienced mechanics will provide you with high quality boat trailer service that will keep your trailer in great condition and will keep you safe on the road.
