SpringVelocity
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Thanks guys the only negative I have with it is that a prefer the drop axle that I had an EZ loader. Everything else so far looks good.
The only thing that may last a “lifetime” with a roadrunner trailer is maybe the frame. Every other part expect to replace fairly quickly as they are made with the cheapest parts possible. Had issues from day one with mine, beyond poor workmanship and finishing, squeaked like a banshee from day one as well. Mike who’s a dealer on the island said thats normal and would do nothing. No other trailer I’ve owned squeaked even remotely as bad. Actually embarrassing driving down the road it was so bad. In the first year had to replace the taillights that failed and broke, trailer jack that was well undersized for the trailer, and rewire lights and a few other things. Galvanized plating was already flaking off on the coupler from day one too. Trailer had drum brakes on both axles which were terrible and not even coated for marine use. Ended up going to disks on one axle and never had another issue, still have issues with the drums even though I replaced everything with new marine coated parts and wash it down after every use. They are the cheapest for a reason.Roadrunner trailers are galvinized right in richmond ive always heard good things about them,im also sure the accesories are generic but all the galvanizing is local so theres that. I own a gateway made in oregon ,got a good deal on it as as it was a takeoff from a package deal,ive had it 7 years with no issue so im sure with some fresh water and grease a roadrunner will last you a lifetime
Leaf springs can squeak. The way to solve it is oiling them up. That's what I've done and have zero squeaks now. All these new springs come from China and are average quality.The only thing that may last a “lifetime” with a roadrunner trailer is maybe the frame. Every other part expect to replace fairly quickly as they are made with the cheapest parts possible. Had issues from day one with mine, beyond poor workmanship and finishing, squeaked like a banshee from day one as well. Mike who’s a dealer on the island said thats normal and would do nothing. No other trailer I’ve owned squeaked even remotely as bad. Actually embarrassing driving down the road it was so bad. In the first year had to replace the taillights that failed and broke, trailer jack that was well undersized for the trailer, and rewire lights and a few other things. Galvanized plating was already flaking off on the coupler from day one too. Trailer had drum brakes on both axles which were terrible and not even coated for marine use. Ended up going to disks on one axle and never had another issue, still have issues with the drums even though I replaced everything with new marine coated parts and wash it down after every use. They are the cheapest for a reason.
The only thing that may last a “lifetime” with a roadrunner trailer is maybe the frame. Every other part expect to replace fairly quickly as they are made with the cheapest parts possible. Had issues from day one with mine, beyond poor workmanship and finishing, squeaked like a banshee from day one as well. Mike who’s a dealer on the island said thats normal and would do nothing. No other trailer I’ve owned squeaked even remotely as bad. Actually embarrassing driving down the road it was so bad. In the first year had to replace the taillights that failed and broke, trailer jack that was well undersized for the trailer, and rewire lights and a few other things. Galvanized plating was already flaking off on the coupler from day one too. Trailer had drum brakes on both axles which were terrible and not even coated for marine use. Ended up going to disks on one axle and never had another issue, still have issues with the drums even though I replaced everything with new marine coated parts and wash it down after every use. They are the cheapest for a reason.
I guess there's always the odd lemon but my 3 year old RR has been great so far.
I'm a roller guy though , all depends on your boat launch choice.
Ya I’ve had countless different leaf spring trailers and none of them even compared to how loud my new road runner was. Tried oiling, greasing you name it and nothing worked.Leaf springs can squeak. The way to solve it is oiling them up. That's what I've done and have zero squeaks now. All these new springs come from China and are average quality.
Overgreased??
Check rear seal to make sure it's
not blown out.
After having to deal with multiple trailers and their never ending maintenance I just moor and hire a mover to launch and bring home for the winterMy Road Runner is about 4 years old now. I started getting a lot of noise from it last year and tracked it down to a $3.00 plastic bushing in the open end of the leaf spring. It is supposed to be round but got a flat spot on one side and got noisy. Replaced and quiet. I just replaced this again a couple of weeks ago because it was noisy again. I called RR to discuss and he had never heard of the problem. Super nice guy but he seemed to think the conversation and issue I was having was funny. Annoying that I had to replace this twice already but a quick easy job and $3.00 per side now that I know what to do. I don't have or need brakes which I assume would cause more issues.
The only guys that don't have trailer issues are the ones that moor their boats.
I filled up my bearing buddies before trailering from lower mainland to osoyoos. One side was likely over filled and had grease coming out the same spots. I think it’s just an over filling issue. No problem. My bearings were still nice and cold to the touchSuprising too find this today. Grease leaking from bearing buddy. Ideas? Submerged once. 4hrs on it.View attachment 84614
I filled up my bearing buddies before trailering from lower mainland to osoyoos. One side was likely over filled and had grease coming out the same spots. I think it’s just an over filling issue. No problem. My bearings were still nice and cold to the touch
If your replacing axles or looking at new trailers I think the Dexter easy lube system is the way to go. the spindle is drilled and has a nipple on the end. you can purge the grease from the inboard bearing outwards, the color and consistency of the grease is a good indicator of bearing condition. bearing buddies put a little positive pressure on the seal but are completely ineffective at getting grease to the inner bearing, at least until the seal fails and the grease can free flow through the hub.