Preventing Rust On Your Trailer Hitch

Your trusty trailer helps you to haul all kinds of cargo around in any kind of weather. Unfortunately, over time, exposure to the elements can cause various parts of your trailer to experience wear and tear. One common problem that trailer owners face is the build-up of rust on their trailer hitches, which renders them stiff and more difficult to use, in addition to making hitches less reliable and thus, less safe. Try these trailer hitch rust prevention strategies to keep your trailer and its hitch functional for all your hauling work.

Receiver Hitch Concerns

To prevent rust from building up on a receiver hitch, you should use a non-solvent based product that can prevent moisture and debris from building up on it. Also, invest in a hitch cover that will keep the hitch dry. If your hitch is coated with powder or zinc, it’s more likely to last a long time, but as that coating wears away, your hitch becomes more vulnerable. 

Ball-Mount Hitch Concerns

When you aren’t using your ball mount, remove it so that it isn’t left in the elements. Storing your ball mount indoors will protect it. You can also keep the ball mount in an accessory bag that will better shield it from harm. This is important, since the powder or paint coating on the ball mount can wear off over time. Make sure the ball mount stays clean and keep the hitch ball greased.

Need some assistance with trailer hitch maintenance? Contact the Glenn’s Trailer Sales service department to schedule an appointment with our mechanics and we’ll see what we can do. If you’re interested in purchasing a new trailer, stop by our dealership in Hobe Sound, FL. Glenn's Trailer Sales proudly serves the cities of Jupiter and West Palm Beach, FL.