Yearly inspection

Just dewinterized ours yesterday. Moved it out of it's storage space and took it a drive around the block. I will need to get the mandatory state inspection next month, but our first trip coming up will not require that be done yet. Personally, I think the whole yearly inspection for trailers is a bit overdone, considering how many miles are put on the average trailer every year. Pull two wheels and check brakes, bearings, etc., and mess with my perfect condition of preload and risk seal damage? Just crazy, IMO. I have a local garage agree to do alternate wheels every year so at least when I recheck them I get peace of mind that ALL systems get a peek every other year.

Other than safety stuff, brakes, lights, chains, tires, etc., I give it a pretty good going over before the first trip every year. I do NOT like surprises.

Thank you

None here is Az

You don't have to take to the dealer but it would be a good time to make sure everything works. Most units only have one warranty. Get any issues fixed before the warranty expires....

Nothing required in MA but one can make an appointment at the dealer if they need anything checked.

I am thinking the OP means inspecting every thing about the trailer to make sure all is in working order rather than a state mandated DOT type inspection.

I check what I can such as fridge, range/oven, lights, brakes, etc. while still in storage. Then we take a short trip to a local COE campground to check every thing else before heading out on longer trips.

TucsonJim wrote:

westend wrote:
I wish this Forum had a poll feature.
I would venture a guess that less than 10 percent of RV owners outside of the mandatory inspection States, have the brakes and bearings checked on an annual basis.

Not only that, but I'll bet very few folks adjust their manual adjust brakes in accordance with the manufacturer's maintenance schedule (every three months of use or 3,000 miles).

Most of the people I know around here don't even hook up their brakes. Just brake lights and safety chains. But, we are using small TT's. The big boys make their brakes work.

rbos57 wrote:
Still a newbie. Do you bring your tt in for any kind of annual inspections? BRAKES,PLUMBING, ELECTRICAL, HOLDING TANKS ETC.....?

It depends on the state you have it registered in. No inspection in MN

westend wrote:
I wish this Forum had a poll feature.
I would venture a guess that less than 10 percent of RV owners outside of the mandatory inspection States, have the brakes and bearings checked on an annual basis.

Not only that, but I'll bet very few folks adjust their manual adjust brakes in accordance with the manufacturer's maintenance schedule (every three months of use or 3,000 miles).

I wish this Forum had a poll feature.
I would venture a guess that less than 10 percent of RV owners outside of the mandatory inspection States, have the brakes and bearings checked on an annual basis.