A regular maintenance program should be implemented to help assure you of dependable service from your WESCO trailer. The recommended level of maintenance is stated below.

LUBRICATION: Proper lubrication will reduce friction between moving parts. Any working parts should be lubricated occasionally. Good lubrication will prolong the life of these parts.

WHEEL BEARINGS: Periodically check the amount of grease in the hubs. If more is needed, and you have a dust cover with a rubber boot, then all you do is remove the rubber boot and insert grease through the zerk fitting in the spindle of the axle. If you do not have a zerk fitting then you have to manually take the hub off to grease it. The hubs are a sealed unit and only require periodic maintenance or lubrication. Bearing maintenance is owner’s responsibility. There is NO warranty on bearings and hubs. We recommend a bearing check twice a year. Always check and pack bearings before you put your trailer up for the winter or an extended period of time.

LIGHTS: Your WESCO Boat Trailer is equipped with lights which should be tested after attaching the trailer to the tow vehicle. Check turn signals, brake lights, clearance lights and wiring for proper working condition.

TIRES: Improper inflation will increase wear on a tire. Please check the inflation levels periodically. Also, have tires balanced and check tire pressure to validate warranty on trailer. Keeping lug nuts tight is owner’s responsibility. Lug nuts on aluminum rims should be checked before you tow your trailer for the first time and at 50 mile and 100 mile increments to insure they are tight.

TONGUE JACK: It is important not to over extend your jack; doing so will strip or even brake the gears.

BRAKES: The brake fluid reservoir should be checked for fluid at least twice a year. Use DOT 3 brake fluid for your brake system. If you have drum brakes you should check shoe adjustment at least once a year. If you have disc brakes you must have a wire hooked from the brake solenoid to the back up lights of tow vehicle in order to disengage brakes for backing purposes. Both drum and disc brakes should be washed down immediately after use in saltwater.

SALTWATER: Saltwater increases wear on the trailer. If you use your WESCO trailer in saltwater rinse the trailer with fresh water immediately after using it.

DO NOT OVERLOAD TRAILER CAPACITY! For your protection, you may wish to stock a few extra supplies for your trailer. A spare tire and wheel, wheel bearings, bearing grease, tail light bulbs, tie-down lines and road flares may all be useful items to have on hand.

THANK YOU again, for your purchase of a WESCO Boat Trailer and happy, safe trailering!