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Spring is here and now is the perfect time to get your lawn tractor in top-notch shape. Whether you use your lawn tractor seasonally or year-round, performing necessary maintenance and inspections is important to keep it running at its best. We have compiled a list of basic maintenance items to check on your lawn tractor to make sure it is good to go. Check the Tires One of the most important items to check on your tractor is to inspect the tires. Check tire pressures and fill as necessar …

When the weather is getting warmer and cabin fever is getting too much to bear, you might be itching to finally get out and go camping. While you may be eager to go, you will want to make sure your Camper or RV Trailer is just as ready as you are. A fault with your trailer during your trip can create some serious headaches and even serious safety issues, that you will not want to deal with when you’re looking forward to a relaxing weekend trip in the wilderness. We have put together some helpful …

Trailer grease may not be the most exciting topic, but it is essential to the longevity and safety of your trailer. When it comes to selecting the right grease, it is important to understand the basics of trailer lubrication. This article will help guide you on grease applications so you can enjoy worry-free travel with your trailer.Types of Grease & ApplicationsGrease is grease, right? When it comes to trailer applications, not all grease is created equally. The National Lubricating Grease Inst …

The torque that is to be applied to lug nuts on a typical aluminum trailer wheel varies with the size of the stems on your trailer. Common size stems on a trailer often are 1/2", 9/16" or 5/8". Below is a table to guide you as you are installing the wheels on your trailer. Lug Size FT/LBS Torque 1/2" 90-120 9/16" 120-140 5/8" 140-160 Lug Nut Torquing Ensuring the tightness and proper tor …

We admit, the specialized language in the tire world can be cumbersome and confusing. To take angst out of the customer-tire specialist conversation, here are some words and phrases you may encounter during the tire-buying process, from aquaplaning to zero offset. Air Pressure: The force exerted by air within a tire, shown most commonly in pounds per square inch (PSI) or kilopascals (KPs).Alignment: Adjusting a vehicle’s wheels, steering and suspension parts to achieve the most efficie …