Rebel 845 Posted April 21, 2015 Report Share Posted April 21, 2015 I'm looking at buying a second hand dog trailer. I was just wondering if there is anything that I should be looking out for, e.g. wheel bearings, suspension,etc. Thanks Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mackay 3,481 Posted April 21, 2015 Report Share Posted April 21, 2015 Yes, I would be looking for all of those. 3 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Rebel 845 Posted April 21, 2015 Author Report Share Posted April 21, 2015 Yes, I would be looking for all of those. Thanks, but what exactly should I be looking for? Thanks Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Chid 6,691 Posted April 22, 2015 Report Share Posted April 22, 2015 Yes, I would be looking for all of those. Thanks, but what exactly should I be looking for? Thanks That its got them 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Rebel 845 Posted April 22, 2015 Author Report Share Posted April 22, 2015 Might be worth taking a mechanic mate along. Check chassis , play in bearings etcThanks, these are the kind of issues that I was enquiring about and also to know what problems I should be looking out for and any checks that I could do to identify any problems. I don't want to be buying someone else's dirt. Thanks Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Chid 6,691 Posted April 22, 2015 Report Share Posted April 22, 2015 Jack wheels up, try rocking the wheels top and bottom to check for free play , a little is ok alot means bearings need adjusting or are on there way out, spin the wheels and listen for any noise from the bearings , any growling type noise = bearings f****d.. If its on indespention suspension check the rubber bushes ain't perished, if its on steel suspension make sure no leafs are broke , check the rest of the trailer for signs of rust or rot.. Check lights .... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Rebel 845 Posted April 22, 2015 Author Report Share Posted April 22, 2015 Jack wheels up, try rocking the wheels top and bottom to check for free play , a little is ok alot means bearings need adjusting or are on there way out, spin the wheels and listen for any noise from the bearings , any growling type noise = bearings f****d.. If its on indespention suspension check the rubber bushes ain't perished, if its on steel suspension make sure no leafs are broke , check the rest of the trailer for signs of rust or rot.. Check lights .... Thanks that's great, exactly the type of advice I was looking for. I wouldn't be the most mechanically minded, but this is a big help. Thanks Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jigsaw 11,900 Posted April 22, 2015 Report Share Posted April 22, 2015 (edited) spend some cash and buy a range rover ye miserable fuker.........its not like ye cant afford it Edited April 22, 2015 by jigsaw Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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