What's New — Help & Technical Guide
Cold-Weather Trailer Prep: What to Check Before Fall Turns to Winter
Posted by Ken Martin on
Cold stiffens wiring, exposes weak connections, punishes seals and batteries, and turns small moisture problems into winter failures. Use this R&P checklist to prep the electrical, brakes, hubs, lighting and breakaway system before the first hard freeze.
Idler Hub vs. Hub & Drum: Which Does My Trailer Need?
Posted by Ken Martin on
Use the visual comparison to identify whether your trailer needs a plain idler hub or a brake hub & drum, then verify bearings, bolt pattern, spindle and brake size before ordering.
What Trailer Brake Assembly Do I Need?
Posted by Ken Martin on
Match your trailer brake by axle rating, brake diameter and width, flange pattern, left/right orientation, adjustment style, and drum compatibility before ordering.
GVWR & Trailer Payload Calculator: How Much Can My Trailer Actually Carry?
Posted by Robin Smith on
Enter your trailer weight, GVWR, axle ratings and tire ratings to estimate payload and see which part of the load-carrying system may become the limiting factor.
How to Replace a Trailer Hub, Bearings & Grease Seal
Posted by Paul Smith on
Follow the hub-removal and installation process step by step, then verify bearing numbers, seal size, bolt pattern and spindle fit before choosing the replacement hub.