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Are you neglecting your trailer? Without even thinking, we can be tough on our toys and tools. While it’s easy to forget about maintenance needs, ignoring wear and tear will ruin your trailer and put and it in the junk pile faster than you realize. Give your trailer a little TLC and avoid the hassles of unnecessary trailer repair.

Are you using the wrong trailer for the job? Getting a smaller, cheaper trailer can be tempting. For instance, using the wrong-sized boat trailer for your boat increases the likelihood of premature wear and accidents.

Skipping the post-excursion cleaning? Dirt and debris can corrode your trailer making it necessary to wash it down and clean out the inside frequently. Steel will rust, and aluminum can crack with neglect. By keeping your trailer clean and checking it regularly for wear and tear, you’ll extend the life of your trailer.

Toting your trailer around on worn tires? Trailer tires tend to get neglected because they don’t get used all the time which makes it even more important to check them before each use. Over time, tires can dry rot or lose air pressure if they are not used regularly. Pulling a trailer around with bald or cracked tires, inappropriate air pressure or uneven tread can lead to a blowout.

Have you neglected the wheel bearings? Using your trailer with worn or damaged wheel bearings can lead to significant loss of trailer life. It is recommended to check your trailer wheel bearings for heat damage or wear annually. If you are not sure what to look for, bring your trailer in to Hilltop Tire Service. Our experts know just what to look for and can replace or repack your wheel bearings if needed, so you don’t get stranded along the roadside.

Bouncing along on worn-out suspension? Rusted or worn leaf springs and suspension parts give you a harsher ride. As you bump along roads with potholes and ruts, this takes a toll on your trailer and anything riding on it.

Hassle-free Trailer Service

We know you are busy and the last thing you want to do is spend your free time working on trailer maintenance. With a large in-stock selection of trailer parts and accessories and an excellent team of trailer experts, we will get you back on the road so you can enjoy your precious free time!  We also offer trailer rental at our Des Moines locations for those times when you just can't do without a trailer!

Contact Hilltop Tire Service Center today for quality trailer parts and honest repair maintenance at affordable prices.