Replace or refurbish?
It’s a question every hauling trailer owner encounters at some point down the road. According to the experts at Trail King Industries, Inc., the right time to evaluate a trailer’s future depends primarily on age, total mileage and usage. While some owners might use their trailer two to three times a week for their own business needs, others are operating a business and may run their trailers every day throughout the year.
Trail King Industries, Inc., headquartered in Mitchell, South Dakota, is the leading manufacturer of a complete line of hauling trailers in North America. Since 1974, the company has designed, engineered and manufactured trailers across diverse industries including construction, agriculture, waste and recycling, transportation and specialized hauling. Its experienced teams help provide solutions to hauling challenges whether that entails paint, parts, trailer refurbishment services, customer service or warranty issues.
According to the company’s team experts, there are several key times during ownership that trigger the replacement versus refurbish debate. Instead of thinking in years, owners should consider whether the trailer spends more time in the shop than on the road, which can put a dent in one’s operational revenue. Another sign is when a repair estimate or total annual maintenance cost surpasses 50% of the trailer’s value.
In some instances, replacement is an obvious choice, especially if those repairs are close to the price of a new trailer. Owners should also look for any structural cracks or rust and deterioration that may compromise the trailer’s main frame components beyond repair. And, of course, the obvious argument for replacement would be if the trailer’s current specifications no longer fit an owner’s need. At this point, a new model of trailer would provide better options.
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