The precaution you must take while towing a trailered boat includes:
Get the right gear
Ensure you look for a trailer that will fit your tow vehicle. Don’t overload the trailer and don’t use a boat that doesn’t fit the trailer. Before you move, ensure you read the towing ability and pay utmost attention to your tow rating; your vehicle’s curb rate and some other important things.
Securely set up the trailer
Once you get a trailer that fit in, ensure your truck hitch is securely bolted to the frame and ensure you inspect it carefully before you hook up the trailer. Inspect the all tires to be sure they are all in good conditions.
Soon as you hook up the trailer, ensure you use the safety chains. It is important that you hook up the trailer lights so that cars behind you can see you clearly while applying the brake or turning.
Take a short test drive
It is important to drive your trailer a short stretch so that you can be able to confirm that if trailer brakes work properly, and the lights work correctly.
Load the boat and check safety chains
Take a second look at your trailer and boat to check for safety chains, latches and light plugs, and once you have carefully gotten through the steps, then you can load your boat, tie it properly and start driving.
Take it slow while you are driving
Don’t be in haste while towing your boat. Take it slow. Use your inner and outside mirror to observe what going on behind you and apply the brakes where necessary. When you finally gets to your destination, ensure you check your boat and the trailer to make sure everything held up during transport.
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