Boat trailer repairs in Mandurah

Before any big trip, and at least once a year. Wheel bearings that spend time in salt water wear faster than most people expect, so it is cheap insurance against a breakdown on the road.

Water getting into the lights, plugs and wiring is the most common cause. Salt water then corrodes the connections and the lights flicker or stop working. We find the fault, repair the wiring and seal it up properly.

Yes, it is a good habit to get into. A fresh water rinse after each launch washes the salt off the frame, hubs and wiring and helps prevent corrosion.

Often, yes. Cracked, rusty or damaged frames can usually be repaired. Send us photos and we will tell you what is involved and what it will cost. See marine aluminium fabrication for trailer modifications.

Some do. In Western Australia, changing a light trailer away from the manufacturer's specifications (for example its weight rating or axle set-up) can need approval from the Department of Transport. Simple repairs usually don't. We will tell you what applies to your trailer before any work is done.