Prepare Your Trailer For Emergencies – Part 2
September 1st, 2017
Hello, and welcome back to Performance Trailer Braking's blog. Last time we talked about several things you should keep in your trailer to prepare for emergencies. This time we'll talk about several more things to keep you safe out there on the road.
Trailers can be very comfortable to travel in. They're roomy, they have all the utilities we need to feel like we're at home, and they allow us to explore the world! However, if you don't prepare properly with necessary emergency supplies, it can be dangerous to live out of your trailer.
Spare parts
When you're towing a trailer around it means you have extra wheels to account for and the single spare tire in your car won't cut it if one of your trailer's wheels goes flat. However, this isn't just limited to tires, you'll also want to have spare parts for your appliances, spare batteries, an external battery for your phone, and anything else needed to make necessary repairs on your trailer.
Flashlights and batteries
If there's a power outage at your RV resort or you're out on the road, you probably won't have any sources of light. That's why it's imperative that you bring a flashlight with extra batteries. A good alternative is a rechargeable flashlight that you won't have to worry about refilling with batteries constantly.
Spare money
Not all emergencies happen in the middle of nowhere. If you misplace your wallet or cash supply, you're going to want to have a backup plan. That's why you should hide some extra cash somewhere in your trailer, preferably in a safe and out of sight. Next time you need repairs or food and don't have money, you'll have some cash to spare.
Weather radio
Sure, you can hear the weather on your car radio, but only after listening to music and talking for a while. With an NOAA radio, you'll be able to hear the weather 24-7. This is perfect if you don't have phone service and want quick updates.
Going on trips with your trailer or RV is a really exciting experience and it's one of the best and most comfortable ways to see the world! However, you'll want to make sure you're prepared for an emergency. That's why Performance Trailer Braking provides DIY hydraulic trailer brakes that can be installed with little-to-no mechanical experience! Contact us today to learn more!
"Thanks again for the great experience!"
Kelly,
It has been an awesome experience thanks to you, Michael, Preston and Alyssa. After finishing a conference call about 10:00 AM this morning, I hooked up the RV and pulled it o Read Moren a 60 mile round trip just to check it out. WOW! Huge improvement in ride and the brakes are phenomenal! We have our first trip with the new setup next week. Looking forward to that more than ever!
I never shared the following story. My neighbor at the storage facility installed disc brakes on his Grand Design toy hauler. He recommended a company in Weatherford, Texas. I made three attempts to set up an appointment over the last 5 months. Each time something on their end came up that changed that, or they were incomplete in details requested.
This is when I went to Utube and discovered Performance Braking. I was shocked and very pleased when I found out that your installers come to us. The other company required two days with the RV after I delivered it. I was even more shocked to find a company that responds to questions after hours like Michael did, even when it was my mistake that led to that need.
Thanks again for the great experience! I will not hesitate to share that experience with others when the opportunity presents itself.
Wayne A.
Highland Village, TX
"Truly one of a kind amazing people!!!!"
Hi Kelly,
I just wanted to take a minute and thank you for all your help getting this done but most importantly I wanted to really thank you for setting us up with John & Barbara for th Read Moree install.
Professional, polite, fun, knowledgeable and just simply decent people doesn’t even to begin to describe them. Your company is truly blessed to have them!! What an amazing team they are.
They both explained every step of the way what was going on, explained every part being used and it’s purpose. We left for a couple hours during the install and our campground neighbor was totally impressed that even while we were not there they kept working and never missed a beat!!!
After the install was complete John & Barbara hung around for a while going over everything and making sure I had no questions. I’ll be honest.. I’m not the most mechanical person and John made sure I understood everything and the proper way to maintain it as well as making sure I had all their contact information if I ever needed anything or had a problem or questions!!
Truly one of a kind amazing people!
Don & Gayle Huggans
Weymouth, MA
"I have renewed confidence"
Mike, Just wanted to thank you for the kit and all the help and advice throughout the install. We are loading up for our second trip since completing the disk brakes and they work flawle Read Moressly! ...I have renewed confidence while towing about 15K trailer down the road!
Dirk Geib
Yucaipa, CA