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Hi Andrea..
Beware used trailers, especially ones that look tired already. Rust may not
be aproblem, but, if it's through, then panels need to be replaced, usually
with a stronger material.
Wiring must be checked thoroughly--not just lights, but brakes also.
A no-no is mixing rims and tires...accident waiting to happen.
I look at buying a used trailer as price quoted PLUS what needs to be
replaced.
Hitching mechanism needs to be thoroughly looked at...is it broken,
cracked, will it hold?
You'll need a proper hitch put on your vehicle to fit the trailer (only use
a reputable dealer)..how many rigs have you seen going down the road at an
angle? Not good for the horses.
Don't drive down the road with a 'wreck' in tow...you'll end up with one.
Your horse(s) deserve better.
Been in one bad accident with a trailer that was supposed to be up to snuff!
Try to get someone knowledgabel with you. Trailers are about as unregulated
as you can find...basically double-depth sardine can on wheels...carrying
horses! So, look at trailers with the most critical eye possible. And, if
you don't have it (repeat!) Have someone knowledgeabout go with you. Take
a screwdriver and poke at floor boards, if it penetrates, then the boards
need to be replaced. If you see daylight in the metal, can your horse get
caught there? Get wet?
Is the electrical ok? horses have been know to get shocked from the
brake/light system.
Overall, if you saw this rig hauling down the road, would you say, that's a
safe, clean, healthy place for my horse?
Cheers!
Good Luck...there's a GOOD trailer out there with your name on it!
Monika, Koko and Ripp
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