Ramp strength? Cleanup?

Hi,

   Sorry, I'm not a "blog" person and hope you don't mind an off-line question.   I just bought a used Solo and the tailgate handle is badly rusted.  Can you advise me as to how best to restore this (not so concerned about appearance as function).  Also, the left tail light is out--are these standard bulbs that are available in US?

Best,
Bev 

The tailgate frame is remarkably strong... I can't imagine enough rust to affect the integrity as a loading ramp.      If you want to do-it-yourself you can buy a wire-brush thing that works on an electric drill and take off the rust.

http://www.homedepot.com/p/BLACK-DECKER-Wire-Wheel-Starter-Kit-4-Piece-70-617/100422675?cm_mmc=shopping-_-googleads-_-pla-_-100422675&skwcid&kwd=&ci_sku=100422675&ci_kw=&ci_gpa=pla&ci_src=17588969

Then rustoleum spray will have it looking decent again.

The hinge is a long rod that goes across the entire ramp (if it is the same as mine...)   I carry a can of WD-40 and spray a bunch into the spaces along the hinge pretty often.  There is no real way to pump grease into it.

Check the three grease fittings at the tongue of the trailer hitch.   two on top, one on bottom.  Those should receive a few pumps couple times each year.

Not sure what light bulbs are in that turn indicator.  Most look like little torpedoes and are available at auto stores.  BMW and AUDI use the same bulbs. The ones pictured below are just a new LED version of the same thing.   The interior lights use the same bulb.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/like/290975717561?lpid=82

I hope that is a help!

Happy Trails,

Jeff 

Hauling w/o partition? Cleaning? Ramp fix'

Several people wrote this weekend.

Good afternoon, Susan.  Thanks for writing.

Not sure how bad your door is... can you send a photo(s)?   If the door itself isn't bad you may be able to replace just the outside skin.   Let me see a photo and will let you know what I think.

Take a look at this product from Lowes.   I think it is perfect for in a trailer.  I have used it for other applications with high humidity.

http://www.lowes.com/pd_8566-21553-8566_0__?productId=3462790&Ntt=bathroom+paneling&pl=1&currentURL=%3FNtt%3Dbathroom%2Bpaneling&facetInfo=

Let me know whatever it is that you come up with.

Happy Trails.

Dear Jeff - I purchased a 2009 Brenderup Solo last year.  At the time, there were a few small bubbles on the outside of the loading ramp near the license plate area.  The trailer has been stored outside without cover.  Now, the area below the license plate has broken out of the skin and this looks like moisture damage.  I've ordered replacement storm gasket/liners from Andy in New Hampshire.  I would appreciate any advice you could give me on getting my door repaired.  Andy suggested using marine plyboard or aluminum to replace the outside ramp.  This trailer has has very light use and the inside rubber ramp is in pristine condition.  You help and advice will be greatly appreciated.

Many thanks,

Susan W

Good afternoon, Susan.  Thanks for writing.

Not sure how bad your door is... can you send a photo(s)?   If the door itself isn't bad you may be able to replace just the outside skin.   Let me see a photo and will let you know what I think.

Take a look at this product from Lowes.   I think it is perfect for in a trailer.  I have used it for other applications with high humidity.

http://www.lowes.com/pd_8566-21553-8566_0__?productId=3462790&Ntt=bathroom+paneling&pl=1&currentURL=%3FNtt%3Dbathroom%2Bpaneling&facetInfo=

Let me know whatever it is that you come up with.

Happy Trails.

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Thanks for asking.   We have done that with no problem...    sorta depends on the horse...   I recommending keeping them tied so that they don't try to turn around or do anything you don't expect.

One thing:   When you take out the divider the trailer walls may expand just a fraction of an inch.   This is not a problem, and nothing is wrong.  When you go to put the divider back you may need to push the walls in till the breast bar drops into place again...   Nuisance, but not really an issue.

Travel safe, and let me know how you make out.

Jeff

Hello Jeff,

I saw your blog online and was curious whether or not it is safe to haul one horse with either using the mare/foal butt bar or taking out the divider and using the one large butt bar in a brenderup baron. Thank you. Rachel

(later:  )
Thanks for your response, my horse is just a small icelandic horse. I will keep her tied. Perhaps it is better to first start with the mare/foal bars before the one large bar? Is NH the only place to really get parts? Do you have any suggestions for washing a brenderup? What is the bear product to use? Being in a rainy climate, I need to remove the green stuff. Thanks again for your help. I just wanted to make sure there would not be any stability issues with removing the divider. Would it be safe to haul two horses who are well acquainted in the trailers without the divider? But not safe to have the trailer backwards as they prefer? Thanks again
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Rachel C.

Thanks for asking.   We have done that with no problem...    sorta depends on the horse...   I recommending keeping them tied so that they don't try to turn around or do anything you don't expect.

One thing:   When you take out the divider the trailer walls may expand just a fraction of an inch.   This is not a problem, and nothing is wrong.  When you go to put the divider back you may need to push the walls in till the breast bar drops into place again...   Nuisance, but not really an issue.

Travel safe, and let me know how you make out.

Hadn't thought of hauling with horses backward, but it shouldn't matter to the trailer at all.   I have friends who haul several ponies together.

Your horses sound cute!  Send photos of them in the trailer!

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seen on ebay

Elizabethton, Tennessee, United States.  Brenderup Royal HB appearing on eBay.com .   Not my trailer... just one that I receved a link to.

Other related parts are appearing on ebay also.  LINK <<<.  Thank you Paula P. for the info.