Trailers are easy to overlook until one is out of service. A bent axle, a broken equalizer, a dead 7-way plug or a run of missing lights can park a trailer just as surely as an engine failure parks a truck. Under the Bus Auto repairs trailers on site in Canon City, Penrose, Florence and across Fremont County, including tractor trailers with air brakes, cargo trailers, flatbed and deck trailers, roll-off trailers and equipment trailers. We come to your yard or lot, inspect each unit, and give you a quote for the work before we start.
Trailer Repair Services
Axles, Suspension and Equalizers
Overloading, curbs, potholes and rough job site access can bend axles and damage suspension parts. We inspect and replace bent axles, broken equalizers, worn hangers and shackles, leaf springs, bushings and U-bolts, and we look at tire wear patterns that point to alignment or suspension problems.
Trailer Brakes, Including Air Brakes
We repair both air brake and electric brake systems on trailers. On tractor trailers with air brakes, that includes brake chambers, slack adjusters, shoes, drums, air lines and hoses, gladhands and seals, relay and emergency valves, and trailer ABS components. On equipment and cargo trailers with electric brakes, we service magnets, shoes, drums, adjusters and the wiring and connections that control them. Brakes are checked as part of every trailer inspection, because a trailer that does not brake properly puts all of the stopping load on the tow vehicle.
Wiring Harnesses, Plugs and Lights
Electrical faults are among the most common trailer problems. Corroded connectors, chafed wiring, broken grounds and damaged plugs cause lights to flicker or fail and brakes to stop responding. We repair and replace wiring harnesses, 7-way plugs and connectors, junction boxes, marker and clearance lights, brake lights, turn signals and license plate lights.
Breakaway Systems and Batteries
We test and replace breakaway batteries, switches and cables so the trailer’s emergency brake system works if the trailer ever separates from the tow vehicle.
Tires and Wheels
We check tread, sidewalls, pressure and wheel condition, replace worn or damaged trailer tires, and inspect wheel bearings and hubs for play, noise and heat.
Decks, Boards and Rub Rails
Flatbed and deck trailers take a beating from loaders, equipment and weather. We replace missing and rotted deck boards and repair or replace bent rub rails so the deck is safe to load and tie down.
Hydraulics on Roll-Off and Dump Trailers
We diagnose and repair hydraulic lifting systems on roll-off and dump trailers, including pumps, cylinders, hoses, fittings and controls, and we can assess trailers that have had hydraulic components removed or damaged.
Body Damage and Leaks
Dents and damaged corners on enclosed cargo trailers often let water in, which damages flooring and cargo over time. We assess body damage, locate leaks and explain the repair options.
Inspections for Groups of Trailers
When a business has several trailers sitting in a yard, the most efficient approach is to inspect them together. We walk each unit, note axles, suspension, brakes, wiring, lights, tires, decking and hydraulics, and give you a written list of what each trailer needs with a quote for the work. You decide which units to repair first, and we schedule the work so trailers return to service in the order you need them.
Why Mobile Trailer Repair
A trailer with a bent axle, broken suspension or no working lights often cannot be legally or safely moved to a shop. Repairing it where it sits saves the cost and risk of hauling a damaged trailer, and it keeps the work on your schedule.
Trucks and Trailers Together
Many of our customers have us service the tow vehicles and the trailers at the same visit. See diesel and work truck maintenance, fleet brake service and fleet preventive maintenance.
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Get a Trailer Repair Quote in Canon City
Call (719) 964-0522 or send us a message to book service. We work Monday through Saturday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM. Tell us the year, make and model, what the vehicle is doing, and where it is parked, and send the number of trailers, their type and what you know about the damage, and we will set up an inspection and quote.