Frequently Asked Questions- and Answers

Q: Those tires look small, will they hold up at highway speeds?
A: Yes they will, the new 12" steel belted radial is an E-rated tire (just over 1500 lbs per tire) and it requires 80 psi. These were introduced in May, 2007 and are very reliable and the tread life is excellent.

Q: Does the axle pivot or do the tires scuff when I turn?
A: The axle does pivot, approximately 25 degrees, and that is one of the patented features that makes it work so well. This also helps prevent excessive tire wear and dramatically reduces sway in side winds or when a semi passes you. The pivoting axle is a "true sway control" between the trailer and the tow vehicle.

Q: What about backing up? If the axle pivots can you back up with the Trailer Toad?
A: Yes you can back up with the Trailer Toad attached. You have to use the Reverse Bar to do it though. The Reverse Bar is attached to the frame on the left side of the Trailer Toad with easy to remove snap-pins. You simply place the Reverse Bar over all three pins (two on the Trailer Toad side frame rail and one on the axle) insert the snap-pins and that keeps the axle from pivoting. Now the trailer will back up like a normal trailer.

Q: When the Trailer Toad is in the "Reverse" position don't the tires skid if you turn sharp while backing up?
A: Yes, they do skid sideways a little bit and they may even rub against the equalizer bar. You will never back up enough that it will put wear on a tire. IMPORTANT! BE SURE to put the Reverse Bar back up on the two pins after you are done backing up. DO NOT tow at highway speed with Reverse Bar attached to axle, it could affect handling and WILL increase tire wear. (I leave mine in Reverse position from when I arrive at an event to when I am ready to pull out onto the highway. That way if I have to maneuver around I don't have to worry about the Reverse Bar.)

Q: After my trailer is attached to the rear of the Trailer Toad it will be about 24" farther away from the tow vehicle, how do I get the trailer wiring plugged in?
A: Don't worry, the Trailer Toad is shipped with a 40" wiring extension cord. It has the Bargman style 7-connector RV plugs already wired on each end. I have not heard of a trailer it wouldn't work with yet.

Q: I have a stacker trailer and I want to tow it with my motorhome. I know it is heavy, will the Trailer Toad work in this situation?
A: Without a doubt, this is a very common question. There are a few things you need to be aware of before you order a Trailer Toad. First, you should know your empty and loaded tongue weight. Not what you think it will weigh, what it actually weighs. Second, towing a heavy trailer like that with a motor home, or any tow vehicle for that matter, is inherently dangerous and requires some care. The Trailer Toad is designed to handle up to 3,000 lbs tongue weight. If you are close to that number I would recommend we increase the equalizer hitch to a 1200 model. That upgrade is about $250.00 but will help control the extreme loads much better. With that much weight, stopping is another consideration. The Trailer Toad does not have brakes but it helps keep the front tires from skidding, allowing your ABS to help stop you better.

Those are frequently asked questions I hear all the time. If you have a question that isn't answered here, please call me. I will do my best to get you an accurate answer. We have over 250 satisfied customers so we are doing it the right way, something I am proud of.