Maintaining Your Boat Trailer

In order to transport your boat to and from a local boat launch or marina, you’re going to need a boat trailer. And, just like your boat, you’re going to have to perform some regular maintenance tasks on your boat trailer to ensure that it functions properly and doesn’t deteriorate over time, which could destroy your investment. Here are some ways you can keep your boat trailer in good condition.

Prevent Corrosion

Boat trailers are made from either steel or aluminum, depending on how heavy-duty they are, and keeping them dry and free of build-up is crucial to preventing rust and corrosion. In order to avoid your trailer’s frame from corroding, you’ll want to wash your trailer after use, especially if you’ve been boating off the Atlantic coast, since salt water is more corrosive than freshwater.

Store your clean and dry boat trailer indoors to protect it from the weather. Applying a preventative coating to it every so often can further reduce the risk of rust or corrosion forming.

Check Tires

The tires on your boat trailer will experience wear and tear due to the heavy weight of your boat and the miles you drive. Always check your boat trailer’s tires before every trip to make sure they’re in good condition and properly inflated. Replace bad tires promptly so you don’t experience a blowout on the road, which could lead to a serious accident that hurts you and damages your boat, your boat trailer, and your towing vehicle!

Stop by our Fenwick Island, DE, dealership location to view our current stock of new and used boats and boat trailers for sale. We can also provide you with financing assistance on your boat trailer purchase. Island Watersports proudly serves our Maryland customers in Ocean City and Salisbury.