Home Services Boat Trailer Repair Support Contact us Site Map Testimonials			BOAT TRAILER REPAIR Although our mobile service area extends beyond Annapolis Maryland and surrounding states, we get a lot of service calls from Annapolis. Unlike some repair companies we are not fixed to our own workshops we are a tried and tested mobile service for boat trailers, horse trailers, utility trailers, hitches and so much more. Trying to book your trailer into a repair shop in Annapolis can be a daunting task, but why bother when one phone call to Legendary Trailers will get your trailer work done quickly and efficiently. Christopher Grimm, who along with his partner Dustin Hoover owns Legendary Trailer Repair in Annapolis are ready to deal with your trailer issues, call them now on 410-349-3611 Boat Trailers Annapolis Boat trailers in and around Annapolis , Md are a very large part of our business. We work on all types of boat trailers from small jet ski trailers to large ocean fishing boats and even large sailboats. As boat trailer owners and boat trailer mechanics, we have seen it all. From broken axles to broken frames to broken couplers to trailers broken in half. Here are some of the things we encounter. Let's start from the front. Boat Trailer Couplers and Actuators Boat trailer couplers come in all shapes and sizes. The most common couplers for small trailers are 1 7/8 inch ball size or 2 inch ball size and are bolted or welded to the frame of the trailer. These couplers are made for trailers with weights not to exceed 3000 lbs in the state of Md. As the weights of the trailers increase so do the size and configuration of boat trailer couplers .In the state of Maryland, any trailer with a GVWR (gross vehicle weight rating) of over 3000 lbs must have trailer brakes. Boat trailer couplers that incorporate hydraulic surge brakes are called Actuators. Actuators are normally found in 2 inch ball sizes and 2 5/16 ball sizes. Actuators are the brain of a boat trailers hydraulic braking system. Inside the Actuator you will find the master cylinder, and compression dampeners .When towing, the actuator is compressed by the "surge" of the boats weight moving forward as the tow vehicle brakes or decelerates. This "surge" causes pressure against the pushrod that is hooked to the master cylinder and pushes brake fluid threw the master cylinder down the brake lines and to the brakes. As the tow vehicle pulls forward again, the actuator releases pressure on the master cylinder and releases the brakes. Sounds simple doesn't it? Not always. Boat Trailer Coupler and Actuator problems !!! The most common problems we see with small boat trailer couplers are bending and rust. If any coupler is bent in any way, it should be replaced immediately. Couplers that are rusted and not lubricated can stick and cause rough turning, or problems getting the coupler to properly seat on the ball or release from the ball. Lubrication can be done with a simple spay lithium grease found at your local auto store .You should lubricate the latching mechanism and the ball socket. Check for any cracks or splits in the coupler that may indicate fatigued metal. Any cracks or splits in the coupler warrants replacement. Actuators have a few more parts to worry about than standard couplers, but the same attention should be paid to anything bent, rusted, cracked or split metal. In addition careful attention should be paid to the master cylinder. Master cylinders are the single biggest problems with actuators, if the brake system gets opened by a leak or a broken line, things will start to rust. Brake fluid by its nature will draw moisture to it and start the rusting process. Brake fluid levels should be checked on regular bases .To do so, first remove the master cylinder fill cap and inspect the inside. Things should look shiny and the brake fluid clean. If the reservoir is empty, dark brown or rusty than your brakes DO NOT WORK and need to be looked at. At this point you're Actuator or at least master cylinder will need to be replaced. Newer brake systems are coming out for boat trailers that use different kinds of actuators. The most common brake system for boat trailers is the hydraulic drum brakes, next followed by the hydraulic disc brakes and then the electric over hydraulic drum or disc brakes. Legendary Trailer Repairs has a full line of mobile capabilities. we are home based in Annapolis , Md and work mostly in the Anne Arundel County area and surrounding counties but can and will travel outside the region to do work . We will come to your location to do preventive maintenance and repairs on your trailer. Legendary trailer repairs has the experience to work on all different types of trailers including boat trailers , travel or camping trailers , utility trailers , open or enclosed car trailers , flat bed trailers , motorcycle trailers , pop up camping trailers, 5th wheel trailers , atv trailers and many more Our company is designed to cater to all aspects of trailer safety. That means we work on things such as brakes , wheel bearings , springs , axles , wiring and lights couplers safety chains , wheels , hubs , frames , fenders ,and more . We also install a full line of trailer hitches and related wiring such as brake controllers. We aim to make sure that every trailer that we work on is safe and road worthy. Legendary Trailer Repairs has two fully equipped mobile service trucks ready and willing to repair whatever you need on your trailer .Our motto is that "if we can't fix it, than you shouldn't tow it." Annapolis Md is home to one of the largest trailering communities on the east coast. We have seen just about every kind of problem you can think of and have had to deal with them in some of the most unusual places. Being a complete mobile service allows us the freedom to arrange our schedule to meet your needs. Need an early appointment? no problem . Need a late appointment, no problem. Can't be there to meet us? No problem. We can talk out the details and see what is best for you. Legendary Trailer Repairs has great parts suppliers that work hard with us to keep our inventory stocked at all times and if we do need additional parts, we simply order them and have them in a matter of a couple of days . Our pricing is base on an $80.00 per hour labor rate. This is very competitive to other area repair shops that you have to drive to, leave your vehicle, wait until they can get to it and then go back and pick it up. Why waist all that time when we can come right to you. We can come out to your location and give your trailer a full check up and give you an estimate of any needed repairs. Legendary Trailer Repairs has a combined total of 25 years experience working on trailers. We get faced with new problems every day, and enjoy figuring them out. You can be assured that when one of our technicians comes to your trailer, you are getting some of the best service the industry has to offer.