Specifications

MasterCraft Trailers - Page 23
Storage
When your MasterCraft trailer will not be in use for several months, the
following steps may increase the life and performance of the trailer:
• If at all possible, park your boat trailer in a protected area such
as a garage, carport or similar shelter.
• Service or re-pack the wheel bearings.
• Loosen the tie-downs and winch strap, but be sure the boat is still
resting properly on the hull supports.
• Remove the drain plug and elevate the trailer tongue slightly (just
storage
an inch or two) to allow water to
drain out so the boat will be dry.
So that you will remember to re-
place the drain plugs before your
next trip, tie the plugs to something
obvious—like the steering wheel
of the boat.
• A good time to touch up rust spots,
nicks and chips is when the trailer
is in storage.
• Replace damaged tie-downs,
winch straps, wiring, etc.
• Lubricate moving parts such as the
rollers and winch, as well as the
ball coupler.
• Tighten any loose nuts and bolts.
Trailering Tips
• The trailer jack and lug wrench
that came with your tow vehicle
may also work on your trailer, but
don’t count on it! Check to make
sure.
• Your trailer will look better and
last longer if you rinse it off with
fresh water several times a year.
If your boat is in brackish or salt
water, the trailer should be rinsed
thoroughly after every trip. An
annual washing with a mild deter-
gent and waxing with an auto wax
will also help to keep your trailer
bright and clean.