Essential Trailer Upgrades
The right accessories can make a big difference in the functionality and safety of your trailer usage. That's why we gathered up the must-have upgrades for trailer owners. If you want more suggestions or want to shop trailers for sale in Utah, visit Mountain West Trailers. Our dealership is located in Heber City, Utah, and we also serve those in Salt Lake City.
Lights
All trailers should have clearly visible and working key lights, such as brake lights. If for some reason your model didn't come with them, add them right away!
You can also consider swapping out the existing lights for upgraded LED bulbs. LED lights burn brighter, consume less power, and last much longer. They cost more money upfront, but you will end up saving money throughout their lifespan.
Document Tubes
When you tow a trailer, there may be some important paperwork you want on hand. This can include documents related to trailer ownership, such as registration files and maintenance records. It can also include documents related to what you are towing, such as business documents.
Whatever the case, it's helpful to have a dedicated storage system for these important documents. Otherwise, they can easily get lost, get damaged, or even fly away! A document tube offers secure storage for important paperwork, which you can keep on your tow vehicle or in the trailer.
A Spare Tire
A flat tire can happen on a trailer just like it can happen on a vehicle. Make sure you have a spare tire on hand! That way, you won't be stuck needing to drive somewhere to purchase a replacement or pay the fee to get the trailer towed. If your trailer didn't come with a spare tire, pick one up as soon as possible.
D-Rings And Tie-Downs
When you load up cargo onto your trailer, it's wise to take the extra step to secure the items. This helps keep cargo from jostling about during transportation, which can easily lead to damage to the items. If you are using an open bed trailer, failing to secure the cargo can even lead to it falling off and onto the road!
D-rings and tie-down mechanisms are a great way to keep the items securely in place. If your trailer did not come with d-rings or tie-downs as standard features, consider installing them. It will make securing items much easier! You can also get durable ratchet straps to even better keep the cargo in place.
Want more upgrade suggestions? Want to shop trailers for sale in Utah? Whatever you need, Mountain West Trailers is here to help. Contact us or stop by our dealership in Heber City, Utah. We also proudly serve those in Salt Lake City, Utah.