Trailer - Fix or Replace?

[bigdog]

FYI, one of the side light wire connections is definitely broken, and has the bulb missing, haven't checked the other side yet?

I understand everyone's suggestions about wiring all trailer lights, including 'side lights', but just wiring from front to back, with a continuos length of wire would seem like the quickest and easiest solution, but maybe not perfect !

I don't expect to take trailer out of NH, except to haul to Mass for winter storage, then back to NH in the Spring. Other than that, most of traiiler use, would be a two mile roundtrip run, from home to boat ramp, then back again.

Thanks again.
Bigdog

[Rangervx]

definately either service or perhaps consider replacing your hubs, depending on type/cost. at a minimum...service the hubs (bearings) prior to heading south. i'd be as concerned about those little guys as the lights. also...DO NOT go the quick route for wiring and use "scotch locks". use good quality butt connectors. believe it or not...for such a simple piece of hardware...there are different grades (speaking of the connectors you use). really...they should be soldered and heat shrunk. if you dont solder...butt connectors will be fine as long as you take your time and protect them from the elements. forgot to mention, depending on state registration, if no one mentioned prior, and state inspection requirements...all lights must function. i also agree big time with a prior poster...those lights on the leading legs or leading fenders are big time important for me personally during night time hauling.

[Winnisquamguy]

Originally Posted by bigdog

FYI, one of the side light wire connections is definitely broken, and has the bulb missing, haven't checked the other side yet?

I understand everyone's suggestions about wiring all trailer lights, including 'side lights', but just wiring from front to back, with a continuos length of wire would seem like the quickest and easiest solution, but maybe not perfect !

I don't expect to take trailer out of NH, except to haul to Mass for winter storage, then back to NH in the Spring. Other than that, most of traiiler use, would be a two mile roundtrip run, from home to boat ramp, then back again.

Thanks again.
Bigdog

If you are going to spend the time to fix it why not fix it right? You might sell the trailer in a few years and the new owner might want side lights. How much longer do you really think its going to take, I would say 30 minutes.

[Baja Guy]

Plus you can buy a properly color coded harness at an auto parts, a Walmart or online for very short money. That way you have the absolute minimum amount of splices to fail in the future.