OK guys, for those who will be trailering in please take a few minutes this week to insure that you arrive, I was reminded of this yesterday when I picked up an '88 Advance that had "recent bearing service & new tires". Expect hot roads next week (ambient reached 101 yesterday on I-10)
Tires: Date code 5 year max, pressures correct, spare, proper clearance to fender top & inner fender board
(This guy had new tires but shredded one on his way to meet me because it was rubbing the inner fender board)
Bearings: Just pumping grease into the cap a couple times a year is a recipe for a bad day along the highway. Disassemble the hubs at the beginning of each year & inspect the bearings, repair as needed, then supplement with grease during the season.
(This guy believed in a "squirt a year keeps the wheels rollin" maintenance program, We did a roadside bearing replacement when smoke began whisping out from the wheel which began to wobble as I pulled over, 60 min delay)
Lights: check & repair
Tie-downs: I recommend using them
Covers: I prefer to trailer without, but be sure everything is secure, there's a strong vacuum behind the windshield, every tow vehicle casts a different "air wake", when it comes to fuel mileage some benefit from having the cover on, some off.
Drain plug should be removed, rain water gets really heavy, let it out
Visually inspect springs & hangers
See you there!
