SINGLE AXLE TRAILER VISUAL INSPECTION

Model #:

Standard Features

16 POINT VISUAL INSPECTION

1. Tongue:

    Inspect coupler fuctionality and framework.

2. Safety Chain:

    Visually inspect hooks/chains for functionality/wear.

3. Jack:

    Visually inspect the jack foot, wheel, mounting plate, and bolts for wear/broken welds.

    Check that the jack fuctions properly.

4. Frame:

    Visually inspect for cracked or broken welds.

5. Floor:

    Visually inspect condition of the lumber/screws or other flooring material.

6. Tires:

    Check for proper air pressure in the tires. Visually inspect tires for uneven/ excessive wear, weathercracking, or other defects.

    Check lug nuts for proper tightness and the wheel for any defects(rust holes, cracks, bends etc.)

7. Axles:

    Visually inspect for signs of bent axles.

    Inspect exterior of hubs for signs of wear, bad bearings, worn u-bolts or hangers.

8. Springs:

    Visually inspect for cracks/brakes on springs.

    Visually inspect all other harware related to springs on the axle and trailer.

9. Tailgate/Ramps:

    Visually inspect condition and functionality of hinges, latches, pins and other tailgate hardware.

    Visually inspect ramps/tailgate for broken or cracked welds, other defects.

10. Lights:

    Inspect the condition and functionality of all lights and plug on the trailer.

11. Wiring:

    Visually inspect all componets of the wiring system(broken, missing, frayed, loose wires etc.)

12. Fenders:

    Visually inspect fenders and fender backs(dents, broken welds, missing etc.)

13. Spare Tire Mount:

    Visually inspect spare tire mount and hardware(broken welds, missing bolts/ lug nuts, bad threads etc.)

14. Steps:

    Visually inspect the condition of step plates or any additional features on the trailer.

    Check for broken welds or other defects.

15. Paint:

    Visually inspect the condition of the paint.

16. Reflectors:

    Check for missing or damaged reflectors, DOT tape or other safety features.