Gas Saving Tips
Are you tired of high fuel prices? Check out these easy to follow, gas saving tips that will help you go faster and farther for less. Reduce gas consumption and save money, what could be better?
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Content Provided by Trailer Boats Magazine, August 2006.
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Improving Fuel Economy
With gas prices hitting all-time highs, this summer's travel season looks as if it will be spent closer to home. To combat these higher gas prices, the folks at ShoreLand'r Trailers offer a list of trailering tips that will help get the most out of your gas money.
- Check tire pressure on the vehicle and trailer. Low tire pressure can drag both the vehicle and trailer reducing fuel mileage. Low tire pressure can also lead to heat-caused tire failures.
- Proper tongue weight is a must. Proper tongue weight should be between 5 to 7 percent of the total tow package, which will include the weight of the boat, all loaded gear and the trailer weight. This helps the trailer tow properly by reducing swaying.
- Proper adjustment of your boat to the trailer. Make sure the boat is level on the trailer and the trailer/boat is level when hooked to the vehicle. V-frame trailers allow for the lowest adjustment of the boat to the trailer and at the same time enable easy loading and unloading without any damage to the trailer or boat.
Courtesy of Shoreland Trailers


