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The following is a list of “don’ts” when mounting wheels on your
trailer.
DON’T deviate from the component manufacturer’s recom-
mendations regarding compatible components without a com-
petent engineering review.
DON’T substitute any component for the components the sup-
pliers have specified without a competent engineering review.
DON’T deviate from the component suppliers’ fastener torque
specifications, where provided, without a competent engineer-
ing review.
DON’T use adhesive products to maintain fastener tension.
DON’T use lubricants or oils on threaded fasteners (studs
or lugs) to make applying the torque easier unless assembly
specifications require it.
DON’T apply any additional paint on fastener contact surfaces
(mounting surfaces/hub faces or studs).
ALUMINUM WHEELS PURCHASED FROM ANOTHER SOURCE
Wheel torque may vary from one aluminum wheel manufacturer to
another. In the event that you purchased aluminum wheels from a
wheel supplier other than ShoreLand’r
®
, it is recommended that
you use the torque specifications for that particular wheel.
Aluminum wheels purchased elsewhere must also have a carrying
capacity equivalent to the load carrying capacity of an ST rated tire.
ST rated tires have a greater carrying capacity than an automotive
tire.
BRAKES
ShoreLand’r
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provides all trailers with a GVWR (Gross Vehicle
Weight Rating) of 1,500 lbs. or more with the ability to have brakes
installed on them. On the lower capacity trailers (1,500 - 2,400 lbs.)
a special axle adaptable to brakes is part of the brake kit when
brakes are ordered for a trailer this size. All trailers with a GVWR
of 2720 lbs. or greater come with the brake flanges already welded
on the axles.
Most of the trailer brakes are hydraulic surge brakes and are de-
signed to operate automatically when the brakes on the tow vehicle
are applied. When the tow vehicle slows down or stops, the for-
ward momentum of the trailer pushing against the ball hitch applies
pressure to a master cylinder in the trailer actuator. This pressure
activates the brakes on the trailer similar to the brakes on the tow
vehicle. This is a hydraulic surge brake system.
ShoreLand’r
®
reserves the right to have it’s brake vendors pro-
vide technical assistance.
Contact ShoreLand’r
®
for more technical and specific information
on its different brake systems, bleeding procedures, and mainte-
nance.
TROUBLESHOOTING & MAINTENANCE
LIGHTING
The ShoreLand’r
®
electrical system is virtually trouble-free, es-
pecially with the use of the automotive type wire harnesses. This
eliminates shorts in the system due to bad or corroded connec-
tions. We suggest, however, that you use the following precautions
for trouble-free trailering:
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The taillights on your trailer are manufactured by either Dry
Launch or Peterson Manufacturing. Carry a spare bulb
for each application on your trailer. Determine the brand
taillight and side marker lights you have by looking at the
lens on the light. Their name will appear on it somewhere.
The replacement bulbs required are as follows:
For the Peterson taillight. The large taillight bulb is a
#GE1157. The smaller bulb is #1895. The Peterson
Mfg. side marker light (Rec. amber side light) has a
GE193 bulb in it.
The large replacement bulb in the Dry Launch tail-
light is the same #GE1157 large bulb as used in the
Peterson. The small bulb is the #GE194 bulb.
3. Once a year remove the light lens and spray or coat the
metal components with either WD40 or CRC. A light coat
of petroleum jelly also works quite well.
4. Make sure the electrical system on the tow vehicle is
capable of powering the additional lights on the trailer.
Check with your local automotive dealer for specifications
and any options available that will increase the electrical
capacity.
5. In order to insure a positive ground connection between
the trailer and the tow vehicle, it is important that the white
ground wires are secured properly to both the trailer and
the towing vehicle. A poor ground connection will cause
the lights to not function properly.
PAINT AND ITS CARE
ShoreLand’r
®
offers their utility trailers in a black powder coated
paint finish. It is a very durable finish and should remain very eye
appealing for years. However, it still requires some maintenance
and care as does your tow vehicle. Touch up paint is available in
either a bottle with a paint stick or else a spray can. All nicks and
scratches should be touched up before rusting sets in and starts to
deteriorate the finish.
Your trailer may be exposed to salt conditions while towing it down
the road. We recommend that you take the time to wash your trailer
with soap and water, then rinse thoroughly to remove any residue
that may have accumulated on the finish each time you tow on
icy roads or salted road conditions. It should also be washed and
rinsed before storing your trailer at the end of the season.
CAUTION: Make sure the loading ramps are in their ship po-
sitions and securely attached before towing. Failing to do so
may cause an unwanted disconnect or the potential loss of the
ramps while in transport. This may cause a potential accident
involving other vehicles.
REPACKING BEARINGS
WARNING: Keep wheel bearings lubricated. Failure to properly
lubricate may cause bearing failure and possible wheel loss re-
sulting in serious injury or property damage.
IMPORTANT:
ShoreLand’r
®
uses an over-based Calcium Sulfonate
grease that is very compatible with other greases. We
would recommend that you use an over-based Calcium
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