FAQ tech trailers

FREQUENTLY
ASKED
QUESTIONS
TRAILERS
GENERAL
What
size
plywood
&
rivets
are
needed
to
re‐deck
ramp
and
trailer?
–
FLOE
uses
#
12
TPI
1
3/4”
Sq
Drive
screws
to
secure
the
5/8”
treated
plywood.
There
are
49
screws
on
a
10’
trailer.
Instructions
for
re‐decking
a
trailer
are
listed
on
FLOE’s
website
under
manuals/instructions.
There
are
5
‐
AS616SF
3/16
x
1”
rivets
on
the
back
channel.
Can
more
ramp
loops
be
added
to
trailer?
–
Additional
ramp
loops
can
be
added
to
a
trailer
by
a
certified
aluminum
welder
How
can
I
find
the
value
of
my
trailer
if
I
want
to
sell
it?
–
Value
will
vary
depending
on
the
age
and
shape
of
the
trailer.
Check
with
Craig’s
List
and
other
shopping
venues
to
see
what
they
are
selling
for
in
your
area
Why
is
trailer
vibrating?
–
Your
hitch
coupler
may
be
over
tight,
your
wheels
may
be
loose,
a
tire
may
be
out
of
round
or
there
is
an
unbalanced
wheel.
The
bearings
may
also
not
be
properly
adjusted
or
are
not
properly
lubricated.
See
trouble
shooting
in
the
owner’s
manual.
Why
is
my
trailer
swaying?
–
Possible
reasons
include
the
trailer
is
not
being
towed
level,
there
might
not
be
enough
tongue
weight
or
too
much
tongue
weight
or
the
trailer
may
be
overloaded.
Tires
may
be
over
or
under
inflated
or
not
evenly
inflated.
See
trouble
shooting
in
owner’s
manual.
What
is
the
strength
of
the
ramp?
‐
The
ramp
is
designed
to
handle
most
snowmobiles
and
small
ATVs.
2016
model
ramps
have
been
reinforced
and
will
handle
larger
ATVs
and
snowmobiles.
What
should
I
do
if
I
get
ice
in
my
Versa
Track?
–
Use
a
screwdriver
or
other
suitable
object
to
clear
it.
Will
FLOE’s
ramp/salt
shield
fit
on
another
brand
of
trailer?
FLOE’s
ramp/shields
are
custom
engineered
for
FLOE
100”
wide
trailers.
The
trailer
V
front
has
a
26.6
degree
angle
which
is
different
than
most
brands
of
trailers.
If
the
trailer
has
a
26.6
degree
V,
it
may
fit.
What
is
the
weight
capacity
of
the
100”
aluminum
ramp?
This
ramp
holds
equipment
up
to
a
1500#
capacity.
If
you
add
the
bi‐fold
ramp,
it
does
not
add
more
capacity.
FREQUENTLY
ASKED
QUESTIONS
TRAILERS
My
trailer
won’t
stay
tilted?
Ensure
the
tilt
bolt
nut
holding
the
tongue
on
the
trailer
torqued
to
80
foot
pounds.
If
this
is
loose,
it
may
cause
the
trailer
from
staying
up.
How
do
I
find
the
serial
number/VIN
on
my
trailer?
–
The
VIN
is
located
on
the
axle
beam
near
the
front
on
the
driver’s
side
My
VIN
tag
is
missing
or
is
hard
to
read?
FLOE
can
only
replace
a
VIN
tag
if
the
customer
has
documentation
showing
ownership
of
the
trailer.
A
picture
of
the
current
tag
along
with
title
information
must
be
sent
to
FLOE.
If
the
VIN
is
completely
missing,
you
must
show
documentation
with
the
VIN
number
on
it
from
purchase
from
a
dealer.
How
do
I
clean
trailer
sides?
‐
Use
a
mild
detergent
and
water
using
a
soft
cloth.
Be
careful
with
high
pressure
washers
as
you
may
damage
the
decals
on
the
side
of
the
trailer.
LIGHTING
Why
do
my
lights
blink
on
and
off?
You
may
have
corrosion
on
the
wire
connections
on
the
trailer
or
tow
vehicle.
Check
all
connections
and
clean
or
apply
electrical
grease
to
prevent
future
corrosion.
You
may
also
have
improper
ground
to
tow
vehicle.
Also
check
that
the
ends
aren’t
worn
and
not
fitting
together
properly.
Why
do
I
blow
fuses
when
I
connect
or
use
my
trailer
lights?
You
may
have
the
wrong
amperage
fuse
or
a
wire
may
be
cut
or
bare
and
is
shorting
out.
See
trouble
shooting
section
in
owner’s
manual.
TIRES
What’s
the
brand
and
size
of
tires?
–
FLOE’s
tire
supplier
may
change
throughout
the
years.
The
brand
name
is
always
listed
on
the
side
of
the
tire
as
well
as
the
size.
Refer
to
the
trailer
spec
chart
in
the
owner’s
manual
or
FLOE’s
website
to
determine
standard
tires
by
trailer
size.
New
tires
are
rubbing
on
trailer?
–
Trailer
may
need
spacer
blocks
to
raise
trailer
up
higher
and
provide
proper
clearance
for
tires.
This
can
happen
when
13”
tires
are
put
on
10’
trailers.
Can
I
replace
my
tires
with
larger
ones?
Yes,
if
you
maintain
a
minimum
of
3
inches
of
clearance
between
your
tire
and
the
trailer
frame
or
bed.
There
is
3”
of
travel
in
the
torsion
suspension
so
you
will
need
this
much
clearance.
Generally
you
can
upgrade
tires
one
size
without
having
to
add
spacer
blocks
but
always
check
for
clearance
FREQUENTLY
ASKED
QUESTIONS
TRAILERS
Why
are
my
tires
wearing
unevenly?
–
You
may
have
unequal
side‐to‐side
loading,
the
axle
might
not
be
aligned,
tires
may
not
be
inflated
to
proper
PSI
or
the
wheel
bearings
may
not
be
properly
tightened
and
oiled/greased.
You
could
also
possibly
have
a
bent
spindle
or
trailing
arm
which
will
need
to
be
replaced.
See
trouble
shooting
section
in
owner’s
manual.
What
lug
nuts
are
used
on
trailers?
–
_‐20
lug
nuts
on
standard
Versa
Max
Trailers.
Mag
tires
use
acorn
60
degree
cone
lug
nuts.
Do
I
need
to
get
my
tires
balanced?
Tire
manufacturer’s
state
that
SP
(Specialty
Trailer
Tires)
does
not
need
to
be
balanced.
All
FLOE
trailers
have
SP
tires.
AXLES/HUBS
Which
axles
for
which
trailers?
–
Refer
to
FLOE’s
axle
listing
on
the
FLOE
website
under
Trailer
Specifications.
How
do
you
get
cap
off
turbo‐lube
hub?
‐If
you
have
a
top
or
front
access
hole,
simply
pull
off
the
rubber
cap
to
access
the
fill
hole.
The
cap
is
threaded.
Older
Turbo
Lube
hubs
have
a
set
screw
in
the
top
of
cap.
Use
an
Allen
Wrench
to
remove.
How
to
tell
what
size
brakes
are
on
trailer?
–
FLOE
trailers
made
from
2004
to
current
have
10”
brakes.
Trailers
prior
to
2004
had
7”
brakes.
Why
is
turbo
lube
hub
leaking?
–
If
leaking
in
the
rear,
you
may
need
to
replace
the
seal
on
the
hub.
If
leaking
in
the
front,
it
could
be
the
hub
cap
O
ring
that
needs
replacing.
Use
a
triple
lip
seal
for
replacement.
Older
Turbo
Lube
hubs
have
set
screw
with
O‐Ring
in
top
of
cap.
How
do
I
change
a
seal
on
a
hub?
Recommend
having
a
dealership
that
specializes
in
axle
maintenance
replace
the
seal.
It
requires
removing
the
end
unit
from
the
spindle
and
taking
out
the
front
bearing.
Pry
out
the
seal
from
the
backside.
Replace
the
seal,
bearing,
grease
thoroughly
and
tighten
to
manufacturer’s
specs.
Can
I
convert
surge
brakes
to
electric?
–
If
you
have
Turbo
Lube
or
Vortex
hubs,
you
can
covert
to
electric
brakes.
The
wiring
harness
and
breakaway
cable
along
with
other
parts
also
need
to
be
changed
out.
FREQUENTLY
ASKED
QUESTIONS
TRAILERS
What
type
of
oil
should
I
use
in
my
hubs
–
Turbo
Lube
hubs
use
50w
min/90w
max
oil.
Vortex
hubs
use
premium
grade
Lucas
Oil
Marine
grease.
Refer
to
instructions
on
changing
the
grease
in
your
owner’s
manual.
Can
I
purchase
the
old
axle
slide
mounts?
FLOE
no
longer
carries
these
slide
mounts.
You
would
need
to
purchase
the
weld‐on
versions
on
current
trailers
along
with
the
axle
mounting
kit
and
have
the
new
mounts
welded
to
your
trailer
by
a
certified
aluminum
welder.
ENCLOSURES
What
is
the
opening
height
of
gull
wing
enclosures?
–
54”
high.
Does
gull
wing
enclosure
fit
on
other
brands
of
trailers?
–
FLOE
enclosures
only
fit
on
FLOE
trailers.
The
enclosure
attaches
to
the
trailer
side
panel.
Other
enclosures
may
fit
on
FLOE
trailers
but
FLOE
doesn’t
have
information
on
other
brands.
Sno
Cap
Vinyl
enclosures
manufactured
in
Cokato
MN
will
fit
on
FLOE
trailers...
How
can
enclosure
be
re‐skinned?
–
FLOE
can
re‐skin
your
enclosure
for
you.
Ask
dealers
for
pricing.
If
enclosure
has
severe
damage,
it
may
be
less
expensive
to
purchase
a
new
enclosure
than
repair.
SPECIFICATIONS
OF
TRAILERS
What
are
the
height,
length,
width
and
weight
of
trailers?
‐
All
specs
are
available
in
FLOE’s
brochure,
website
and
owner’s
manuals
What
are
the
overall
length,
width
and
weight
of
trailers?
‐
This
will
depend
on
the
model
and
accessories.
8’
tilt
trailers
are
12’,
10’
tilts
14’,
12’
tilts
16’,
12’
ramps
18’,
14’
ramp
20’,
16’
ramp
22’,
22’
ramp
28’,
28’
ramp
34’.
All
Terrain
pro
trailers
are
54”
wide
and
all
other
FLOE
flatbed
trailers
are
102”
wide.
See
spec
chart
in
owner’s
manual
for
weights
of
each
size
of
trailer.
Accessories
add
to
the
weight
of
the
trailer
How
much
weight
can
trailer
hold?
–
Refer
to
the
spec
chart
listed
in
owner’s
manuals,
brochures
and
on
FLOE’s
website.
Specs
will
change
if
not
using
a
standard
axle
and/or
tires.
Also,
an
enclosure
and
other
accessories
reduce
the
cargo
capacity
on
a
trailer.
FREQUENTLY
ASKED
QUESTIONS
TRAILERS
What
is
the
recommended
hitch
height
on
trailers?
–
Most
14’
and
longer
trailers
will
be
level
at
20
–
21”.
It
is
important
the
trailer
is
level
to
the
ground
when
towing.
Actual
heights
may
vary
depending
on
the
vehicle
and
the
type
of
hitch.