Livestock Trailer Maintenance Tips

Livestock trailers are useful for situations in which you need to transport large animals without the risk of injury. However, an old or broken livestock trailer won’t be as effective as its job. Regular maintenance can go a long way towards helping your livestock trailer to perform better. If you’re interested in learning more about how to maintain your livestock trailer, check out this guide from Trailer Place. 

Read the Manual

The owner’s manual is the authoritative text on how to maintain and repair your livestock trailer. It will contain invaluable information such as which products are safe to use on your trailer and where to find replacement parts. If you’ve lost your owner’s manual, the manufacturer’s website will typically have a PDF copy available for download. 

Cleaning

Regularly cleanings are an important part of maintaining your livestock trailer. Take some time after each trip to remove dirt, dropped feed, and manure. The last thing you want is for something to start rotting or soak into the floor, so remove any and all organic material. You should also hose down the interior every once in a while just to keep things clean

Tires

Inspect your livestock trailer’s tires before each trip. Check for wear and tear, and make sure that the tires are inflated to within the manufacturer recommended pressure. Tires that are too damaged will need to be replaced. 

Brakes

It’s also important to take care of your livestock trailer’s braking system. Inspect the drums, shoes, shoe return springs, and hardware. If one side seems more worn down than the other, then you may have a problem with hitch or with weight distribution. Finally, make sure that your livestock trailer’s brake lights are fully functional. 

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