Boat trailer brakes locking up.
I just brought a new boat trailer home, and when backing UP the driveway, the surge brakes prevent me from backing at all. Supposidely you put that little thingy in the hitch, but there is nothing to ...
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KD4UPL wrote:
My trailer has the electric solenoid to lock out the brakes in reverse. I can't imagine not having it. Getting in and out of the vehicle to install and remove the locking pin every time I need to back up would be a royal pain.
Have your vehicle set up with a 7 pin connector. Have your trailer set up with a solenoid. Then it will be happy boating.
I only need to install the pin if backing uphill. Backing on level or going downhill is not affected. I don't mind getting out and doing it because it gives me the chance to look behind me and make sure everything is clear. JMO
