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bateson trailer damper

  • 12-12-2013 4:13pm
    #1
    oldsmokey
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 802 ✭✭✭


    Hi, got a used trailer lately, pulling a good load today, there's a shock and a bang from it under braking sometimes,- its quite noticeable... more often when accelerating after braking..I'm reckoning its the damper unit..would this be correct, can it be replaced easily, and likely cost...if its a hefty bill i'd hope the seller will cover it
    thanks as always...:)


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  • #2
    Durrus Boy
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 128 ✭✭Durrus Boy


    Yep, sounds like the damper is on the way out alright. Very straightforward to change, 15 min job. Priced one for a Bradley Doublelock hitch last week (rating of 3.5t) & it was €66 + VAT, can be got cheaper in UK;)


  • #3
    loveta
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,015 ✭✭✭loveta


    +1 what durrus boy says just maybe get new nuts & bolts for the hitch attachment onto the trailer esp if it is a old trailer if not use the same bolts but new lock nuts


  • #4
    vanderbadger
    Closed Accounts Posts: 3,087 ✭✭✭vanderbadger


    you will know its the damper if you can move the hitch head with your hand, shouldnt be able to move it..it could be a sign your brakes are on the way out i think :(


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