Trailer Lights and Wiring

Closest Metric Replacement Tire Size for 7.00-15 Tire on Livestock Trailer
The closest modern tire size to a 7.00-15 tire is a 225-75-15 like the #AM10256 tire you mentioned. Typically, a 225/75-15 tire will measure about 8-3/4 to 9 inches wide by around 28-1/2 inches in diameter. We offer the same size in a Load Range E as… view full answer...

How to Wire Electric Brakes on a Tandem Axle Trailer
If your trailer has 7 wires running all the way back to the brakes, then yes, you can tap into the existing wiring. Each of your new brakes will have two wires for the brake magnet. One wire is for 12 volt power to the brake magnets and the other… view full answer...

How to Determine Bolt Pattern of 5 Lug Trailer Wheel
The 5 on 4-1/2 inch bolt pattern is the most popular 5 bolt lug pattern found on trailer wheels. There's an easy way to measure and be sure though. You need to measure from the center of one lug to the center of the lug nearest to it. If the… view full answer...

What is the Difference Between Load Range C and D ST175/80D13 Trailer Tires
The difference between an load range C and load range D tire in the same size is the capacity and psi rating. The two tires will still have the same dimensions and fit on the same wheel. The D rated tire has a higher capacity. For a ST175/80D13 like… view full answer...

How to Measure to Determine the Size Trailer Brakes Needed For Hydraulic Drum Replacement
To determine the size of the brake assemblies you need you have to measure the depth and width of the hub drum on the axle like what you see in the picture I attached. The most common size is 2-1/4 inch wide like the #T4071600-500 that you… view full answer...

What is the Axle Capacity of a Highlander Boat Trailer
Shoreliner made the Highlander Boat Trailers and they went out of business several years ago so the VIN cannot be used to determine the axle capacity. However, if the gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of your trailer is only 2,120 lbs then it would… view full answer...

Replacement Tail Light for Karavan Snowmobile Trailer
We offer oval trailer tail lights in both standard bulb and high-efficiency LED types that you can see on the linked page. The lights shown are all recessed-mount types and most of them have dimensions of 6-1/2 x 2-inches. I also linked our main page… view full answer...

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...

Recommended Complete Towing Setup for 2017 Toyota Highlander SLE AWD for 3,850 lb Trailer
I'm happy to help you get what you need for towing. I did a little research to find your 2017 Toyota Highlander SLE AWD towing capacity to be 5,000 lbs. Based on that, you will not have an issue with a 3,850 lb travel trailer with 400 lb tongue… view full answer...

How To Determine the Weight Capacity For a Trailer Axle
The trailer will have a plate or sticker on it that will list the VIN number. The weight rating of the axle should be listed on that same plate or sticker. Also, the axle could have a tag or plate on it that will list the weight capacity. You can… view full answer...

How to Rewire Vintage Trailer with 7-Way Connector and Parts Needed
Most of us aren't electricians, but that doesn't mean wiring a trailer is beyond us. It will take a little bit of time, but I wouldn't consider it a difficult DIY project by any means. So, to wire your 1977 Serro Scotty vintage camper, I… view full answer...

How to Find Replacement Electric Drum Brakes for a Trailer
If you need to find the size of the correct replacement braking assembly for your boat trailer you will need to remove the trailer hub and measure the inside contact patch with the shoes which you can see in the attached photo. You will also want to… view full answer...