We know it’s embarrassing when you have to bring your trailer into your local trailer repair shop because you failed to hook it up properly. We see a lot of these types of repairs. Though some result from a hurried hook-up, many result from simple ignorance. To ensure safety, we offer this guide on properly […]
Are you trying to determine the best trailer hitch setup for your application? It takes more than knowing your tow vehicle’s year, make, and model to make an informed choice. Once you’ve gathered essential information from Trailer Hitch Clinic Part 1: You Need More than a Ball, you can then more easily determine the right […]
Are you new to towing? Whether you’re toting a shiny new boat, embarking on a new lawn service business, or purchasing your first trailer to help with your move, it’s crucial to dress your vehicle in the right towing gear for the job. This task involves more than simply purchasing that shiny chrome ball you’ve […]
Are you looking for fast roadside assistance? Choosing the right mobile trailer repair company and providing them with the necessary information, including a detailed description of your location and repair needs up-front, can get you back on the road quite a bit faster. Speed the roadside repair process with these tips from the roadside service […]
What are the ten most common trailer repairs, and how can you avoid them? The most common trailer repairs typical involve the postponed maintenance of serviceable parts and systems and excessive wear to trailer body components. It is possible to avoid these issues, and the way to prevent them is surprisingly simple.
ow vehicle and trailer brakes are essential to safety on the road. Because you’re hauling much more weight than passenger vehicles, brakes can wear far faster. What are the warning signs of bad trailer brakes?
Malfunctioning trailer lights can put an end to your travel plans pretty quickly. Properly functioning lights are essential for safety.
Successful air brake system maintenance relies on more than routine inspection. When you discover issues, adjustments and timely repairs ensure your tractor-trailer will remain roadworthy. To help you keep your rig on the road, the fleet trailer maintenance pros at Ainsworth have assembled this basic guide to air brake system care.
At Ainsworth, our trailer repair service professionals deal with a lot of rear-end body repair issues. Backing up a trailer is tricky, and comes with a steep learning curve. Novice drivers do all kinds of things to avoid this dreaded task. But we promise you, it is possible. 5 Tips for Backing Up Your […]
In a rush to head off to your next delivery? It can be tempting to side-step trailer maintenance needs to try and arrive at your end destination a little sooner. However, this short-sighted thinking can quickly backfire, leaving you stuck roadside and well behind schedule. Before setting off on your next run, don’t overlook these […]
Commercial box truck roll-up doors experience a lot of wear-and-tear related abuse. With a few simple preventative roll-up door maintenance steps, however, you can greatly reduce your need for expensive door repairs and preserve the lifespan of your vehicle. Keep Box Truck Roll-Up Door Components Rolling Smoothly with These Tips: Clean up your act. A […]
Not a fan of roadside assistance? It might be a good idea to take a closer look at your trailer brakes. If it’s been a long time since you gave them a once-over, a tiny bit of maintenance could save you a long time on the side of the road – or a tragic accident. […]
Time for some trailer bearing TLC? An integral part of trailer maintenance safety, you’re wise to stay on top of this task. Luckily, determining the right trailer wheel bearing size is not too difficult. In fact, accessing the necessary information is part-and-parcel of the trailer bearing replacement operation. Steps for Determining Trailer Wheel Bearing Size […]
If you have a need for trailer roof repair if you are based in the Denver area, or are even traveling to Denver from another state, your first move should be to call Ainsworth Trailer Repair. If you need immediate patching against the elements, we can come to you with our quick mobile repair capabilities. […]
If your utility, boat, snowmobile, or any other trailer has an axle rated at 3,500 pounds or less, chances are it is not equipped with either hydraulic or electric brakes and therefore not in any need of Ainsworth’s expert trailer brake repair services. However, did you know you could add them?
No matter what type of trailer you have in the Denver area, it has wheel bearings that are critical maintenance items. After all, if your trailer bearings seize up and the wheels won’t roll, you are looking at a field or mobile repair as most of us don’t have working trailers handy just to haul […]
Some people push their trailers to work or play in every season. For others, the time for hauling landscaping equipment, or motorcycles, or their boats, ends in the fall. Ainsworth Trailer Repair, your one stop shop for any type of trailer and any type of trailer repair in Denver, would like to take a moment […]
When your friends find out you’re shopping for a single or double axle utility trailer, everyone’s got an opinion. Who’s right? The devil’s in the details of driver experience and trailer use…
Largely ignored until problems pop-up, you depend on your tractor trailer air brake system to keep your truck, cargo and fellow roadside passengers safe. But when brakes don’t respond as expected in unusual circumstances, was the panic-inducing incident merely a one-off occurrence? Or is there a potentially more dangerous problem bubbling up?
Essential to equipment trailers, braking components wear quickly and require frequent maintenance attention. Luckily, if electric brake replacement is topping your to-do list once again, you’ll be happy to know handling this necessary maintenance doesn’t have to be a colossal time suck. How can you get the job done with less effort and move on […]
