Custom Trailer Brakes

When it comes to vehicles, having a reliable brake system is very important. With that in mind, trailers also needs to have a reliable brake system as per what kind of cargo it hauls. But what are the common brake system installed inside your trailer? Let’s find out!

There are two kinds of brake system usually installed on trailers; the disc brake and the drum brake. The common and most reliable for now is the drum brake. Drum brakes have been tried and tested since the early years of automotive. It can also be installed in trailers. Between the two brake system options, drum brakes are also more affordable than the disc brake. However, the downside of drum brakes is the maintenance.

As for disc brakes, it is more expensive. Why? As trailer experts, disc brakes are easier and more affordable to maintain in the long run. Also, it is becoming quite popular among trailer owners. Through modification, we can also replace your old drum brake system. Due to its advantages, we have come across with several trailer owners wanting to change or install this kind of braking system. This includes more stopping power, less maintenance and more resistant to fading during a decent.

With our experience as custom trailer makers in Melbourne, we recommend you to get your trailers checked every 6 months to 1 year especially those who use their trailer for work and hauling purposes. Check-ups would determine the problems of your trailer or would pin-point what part would be for maintenance. This would prevent your trailer from having unwanted breakdowns or unnecessary repairs that can cost much. We also perform trailer alterations or customization and repairs for your trailers. If you are in need of experts, better visit our contact us today at Titan Engineering. 

Buying a Second Hand Trailer

We often look for secondhand goods instead of buying a brand new one to save money. Buying secondhand has its advantages and just like trailers, we need some tips to follow in order to get our money’s worth.

Wooden Floorboards

Many secondhand trailers are equipped with wooden floorboards and if not maintained properly, they are susceptible to rot and decay. The last thing you want on while traveling is your load falling throughout the floor.

Aluminum Floors

Unlike wooden floorboards, aluminum can suffer from rust and deterioration if not maintained properly. Don’t forget the condition of the cross members under the floor. This provides the integrity of the trailer, so any signs of corrosion are a cause of concern.

Tyres

The condition of the tyres is also important when buying a secondhand trailer. Tyres can provide information about the trailer. Uneven tyre wear can mean a bent axle which could be serious problems. Incorrect tyres can also affect the trailer which results in accidents when you’re on the road.

Brakes

Another thing you should consider is the braking wiring. Have the trailer hooked up to a towing vehicle so you can see that the light indicators are working properly. Connect the trailer and the towing vehicle to ensure the compatibility of both ends.

Dents

The external parts should be free of serious dents. Some wear and tear is inevitable when on the road. Lookout for small pinholes and crumbling powder around and outside the trailer as this is a sign of aluminum corrosion.

Rust and Cracks

Rust and cracks are easy to spot but make sure that the hitch mechanism is free of rust and cracks.

If you are not sure with the trailer you are buying, make sure to hire a mechanic or someone who’s an expert when it comes to trailers. Make sure that you ask about the history of the trailer from the previous owners and if they have a record of the maintenance routine of the trailer. 

What to Consider when Buying a Car Trailer

There are factors you should consider if you’re going to buy a car trailer. It is highly recommended that you seek for a trailer specialist for advice and search for online stores.

1.       Buy Better Quality Products

Top quality products can cost more but more durable and will last longer compared to cheaper products. Along with quality, you need to check the features and see if it is a good fit for your purpose. Make a wise investment when you buy a car trailer so there won’t be any regrets later on.

2.       Check the Car Trailer

Before buying anything, it is always wise to do an examination of the car trailer. Make sure to listen throughout the explanation and take pictures of every angle of the car trailer. If you are buying second hand trailer, make sure to take note of all the maintenance and repair routine of the trailer, make sure to check the records and compile them.

3.       Consider Buying Local

Buying from local manufacturers is a great move and they are easy to deal with. When it comes to maintenance, adding features, finding parts and replacement is also easy. Dealing with manufacturers is optional but not practical and definitely a hassle.

4.       A Valid Title

To own a car trailer, you need to have a valid title. Having a title is required, so no matter what if you buy a ready-made or custom car trailer, you need a title to be issued as it could land you into trouble if you don’t have one.

It is important to know the purpose of getting a car trailer either for personal or business use. Impulsive buying can result into regret. Consider these factors before you purchase a car trailer today. Visit us at Titan Engineering!

What are Customized Machinery Trailer?

Speaking in engineering terms, machine customization defines the purpose of a machine or extends that purpose. In the case of machinery trailers, that customization process accounts for the dimensions of heavy machinery, the loads that are expected to be transported, and the terrain the trailer will be crossing.

In order to accommodate these design factors, the platform of the trailer has to be fabricated to match customer specifications. Heavy machinery will require high-tensile steel sheets and spring-assisted ramps to shift a load that has to overcome its own inertia. Custom manufactured support struts and cross-beams accompany the steel, augmenting the structure at key stress points. Axles and wheels match this design outline, providing base transport worthiness during the transport of machinery. Consequently, braking requirements must incorporate a design that can stop the trailer safely and in a timely fashion. Air brakes and double electric brakes fulfill this requirement, balancing the momentum of an accelerating payload with reliable stopping power.

The dual obstacle of consignment weight and terrain coverage is handled with the aforementioned axle design and the width or type of wheels fitted to the trailer, but the true cushioning comes from a robust suspension mechanism. Mechanical suspension is standard on machinery trailers carrying smaller cargo, but longer variants turn to pneumatic suspension, opting for air cushioning that can prevent build-ups of vibration on heavy loads. These vibrations and a possible shift of the large mass during a wide turn will affect steering, a more than reasonable rationale for opting to customize the trailer with a superior suspension mechanism. Returning to more compact trailers, the workhorses that relay machinery from work site to work depot, such trailers transport machinery every day, and they will succumb to wear and tear unless they’re fabricated from durable metals. Start with a rugged base, a graded steel that is resistant to corrosion and the stress of heavy loads. Add a polyurethane coating to further dismiss the effects of the weather and cancel out abrasive scratching.

A customized machinery trailer solution delivers the best in equipment moving and heavyweight vehicle transportation, but this work ethic is nothing without the input of the customer. Specify the purpose of the trailer, the size and weight of a typical consignment. Add other factors, the terrain the towing vehicle is navigating, the mileage being covered each day, and receive a trailer with optimal support characteristics and the perfect suspension configuration.

How to Properly Secure Motor Vehicles in Trailers

Transporting your motorbikes or motor vehicles with a trailer is hard and sometimes if not loaded properly, accidents can happen. In order to take proper care of your vehicle while in transporting them inside your trailers, here are some basic guidelines to follow to make sure they are secure and safe.

·         Before towing, you need to check that you trailer is in good shape mechanically. This means that you have to make sure they work during turn signals, it has enough tail lights, it is well-lubricated in the wheel bearings, tyres are inflated enough and in good condition.

·         Make sure that you have enough insurance coverage in the event of an accident or theft.

·         When loading and unloading, try getting people to help you to make things safer and easier.

·         Make sure you use a long ramp that is about 7 ft long to avoid any damages to your oil filter and other components especially with motorbikes as you bring them inside the trailer.  This is important for those trailers with no beavertail or a sloping back end.

·         When loading, position them a bit forward of the center to make sure you keep most of the weight on the hitch. Do not load anything heavy in the rear as it can cause things to sway when transporting.

·         Make sure the motorbike’s front wheel is secured so it cannot make any turns during transporting.

·         Attach soft straps to the motorbike’s sturdy section of the frame and make sure the anchor points of these straps are at a 45 degree angle. These soft straps help in protecting the bike from being scratched during the move.

·         It is recommended to use ratchet-type tie-downs to increase the tension in the motorbike suspension and keep them upright and stable as these suspensions absorb the shock.

·         Tie the rear of the motorbike by attaching the straps to the frame, passenger hand grips and/or the passenger foot pegs.

·         If stopping by for the night, secure your trailer from any theft using fork locks, brake locks as well as locks on the rear door of your box trailer.

Following these tips will surely help you with in loading your box trailer. Are you still not contented with your trailer’s capabilities? We at Titan Engineering will help you customise and build your trailer the way you want. Visit or contact us today!

Why are Custom Trailers Better?

Customization of items according to your preferences is better. Having your trailer customised is no different and would be a great investment on your part especially if you want your trailer to be designed is a specific way.

When you have a trailer designed to fit your specific needs it’s going to last longer, because it’s built for the wear and tear from the things that you intend to use it for. Whether you need an enclosed car trailer, a custom car hauler, a race-car trailer, a stock trailer or a trailer customized to fit another need having a custom-made means a longer lifespan of the merchandise. It is an investment that just makes sense.

There is no reason to settle for less than you deserve or need. While it may be a little more initially, it saves you more in the long run. Plus, if you’re hauling heavy or large loads having a trailer customized for this is the safer option. Now that is priceless. Whatever your needs are having a trailer custom-made is really the option that always comes out better in the end.

When you have a trailer fully customized it is individually built to meet your exact specifications. This is a trailer that is built tough, and it’s going to meet your demand. You make the call, you can choose the design and materials for durability. You’re the one in charge of this project, so it fits your needs exactly.

The entire process is more affordable than you think. I’d rather pick a pricey custom built trailer over a factory built trailer that has lower cost. Why? Because you don’t have to change anything from a custom built trailer. All the things that you need are present inside that trailer and will meet all your demands when it comes to hauling.

Having a trailer custom-made for you is just as easy as a few clicks of the mouse or a phone call. You can easily have a team working on your own trailer in no time, and again, it’s far more affordable than you may think. When we say customized, we mean full customization right down to the lighting and cabinetry. So, what are you waiting for? Get your trailer customize today at Titan Engineering!

Qualities of a Good Custom Trailer

Hauling objects from one place to another can be a lot easier using a trailer and if you’re planning to get one, you need to learn the qualities of a good custom trailer. Today, we’ll give you some pointers on what to look for.

1.       Trailer Strength

It is important to consider this when buying a custom trailer. You want to ensure that the trailer you are buying is designed to carry not just the weight of your heaviest load, but physical characteristics of the load, each type of load you need to move and the weight distribution of the load.

2.       Stability

Why do you see some trailer wobble? This is mainly due to instability issues. An unstable trailer increases the risk of injuries and accidents as well as damage to the load itself. When it comes to custom trailer stability, different factors are needed to be considered like load distribution, brakes and COG or center of gravity. Consider going to an experienced custom trailer manufacturer who knows these kinds of factors.

3.       Versatility

If you are hauling different kinds of products, you need your trailer to be versatile as possible. Let your manufacturer know what kinds of products you are hauling. Identifying these would maximise flexibility. Knowing this would help your manufacturer on what additional features to add inside and outside your trailer.

4.       Quality

There’s no point in going to all the effort of considering all your uses and designing the most useful trailer for your needs if the quality of materials and workmanship won’t last. Make sure that your manufacturer are not using cheap materials or doing unprofessional workmanship. You want your trailer to be able to withstand all the load stress and the distance it will travel without breaking down. 

Looking for the right manufacturer? Don’t hesitate to call us today at Titan Engineering!