Sea Ranger Posted January 18, 2018 Share Posted January 18, 2018 Hi All This is my first trailer for a boat that needs an inspection done. What exactly are they looking at or for in an inspection here in NSW? Thank you Bear Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
raging Posted January 18, 2018 Share Posted January 18, 2018 I had mine done last week, he checked lights chain jacket it up and checked brakes & bearings (wheel wobble) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zmk1962 Posted January 18, 2018 Share Posted January 18, 2018 Bear....Braked or unbraked trailer? Cheers Zoran Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fab1 Posted January 18, 2018 Share Posted January 18, 2018 (edited) 1 hour ago, zmk1962 said: Bear....Braked or unbraked trailer? Cheers Zoran I'm guessing he'd. have a braked trailer with his rig mate. What raging said is pretty much what they all do mate and some check for rust. If your trailer is neat and tidy with working brakes, lights,good tyres and bearings,Appropiate hitch,chains and minimal rust you'll be right. Edited January 18, 2018 by Fab1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
antonywardle Posted January 18, 2018 Share Posted January 18, 2018 I think that because it has brakes, that is why it needs an inspection Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zmk1962 Posted January 18, 2018 Share Posted January 18, 2018 Just checking Fab! Checks of trailers with mechanical override brakes are pretty much as you say - the only thing I'd add is the D-shackles need to be the load rated/certified ones (usually dipped with yellow paint) - some inspectors will pick you up on that. If the trailer is electric/hydraulic braked ... or has break away braking system - then the inspection may also include the charging, in car monitoring of the breakaway battery condition. These are mandatory for rigs over 2T and you have to go to a HVIS for the rego inspection. If you have less then 2T rig but have this breaking system then its a grey area I guess - best to call RMS and see what they want. Cheers Zoran Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fab1 Posted January 18, 2018 Share Posted January 18, 2018 4 minutes ago, zmk1962 said: Just checking Fab! Checks of trailers with mechanical override brakes are pretty much as you say - the only thing I'd add is the D-shackles need to be the load rated/certified ones (usually dipped with yellow paint) - some inspectors will pick you up on that. If the trailer is electric/hydraulic braked ... or has break away braking system - then the inspection may also include the charging, in car monitoring of the breakaway battery condition. These are mandatory for rigs over 2T and you have to go to a HVIS for the rego inspection. If you have less then 2T rig but have this breaking system then its a grey area I guess - best to call RMS and see what they want. Cheers Zoran Well said mate.It's got me thinking now about how many little boats and trailers like mine under the 750kg wouldn't pass if they where tested?Judging by some of the rigs you see at the Ramps I'm guessing more than a handful. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimg1au Posted January 18, 2018 Share Posted January 18, 2018 HI my trailer dose not have brakes but it still needed inspection as the weight on the rego is 750kg the rule for brakes is 751kg and over its a bit over kill as my boat is a 4.5 quninne fish raider c/c i go to a guy who knows the rules and it passed ok jim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fab1 Posted January 18, 2018 Share Posted January 18, 2018 25 minutes ago, jimg1au said: HI my trailer dose not have brakes but it still needed inspection as the weight on the rego is 750kg the rule for brakes is 751kg and over its a bit over kill as my boat is a 4.5 quninne fish raider c/c i go to a guy who knows the rules and it passed ok jim I bet you it is either lighter or heavier than exactly 750 kg.Just think if it's 749kg you don't need to worry about it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zmk1962 Posted January 18, 2018 Share Posted January 18, 2018 Yup... and we need to be mindful that the capacity is the GVM.... gross vehicle mass - which is the trailer including all the load it's carrying - fuel, gear, beer, bait, tackle etc.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sea Ranger Posted January 18, 2018 Author Share Posted January 18, 2018 Hello Thanks for all the replies. My trailer is rated for GVM 1.5 tonne. There is some surface rust here and there but all the lights work etc. I can't get it in until the day it is due so I will let you know how it goes. Bear Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
antonywardle Posted January 18, 2018 Share Posted January 18, 2018 I think rated shackles are only a requirement in Queensland, and not in NSW That said, I use them ;-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeffb5.8 Posted January 18, 2018 Share Posted January 18, 2018 (edited) My guy does the same as Raging, quick look around, Test lights and a shake of the wheel. Edit: My trailer is also only 2yrs old and still looks brand new, so perception also plays a part, if it looks neat and tidy it should breeze through, if it looks like it should be on the scrap heap, it will get a decent inspection. Edited January 18, 2018 by jeffb5.8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hooked-Up Posted January 18, 2018 Share Posted January 18, 2018 3 minutes ago, antonywardle said: I think rated shackles are only a requirement in Queensland, and not in NSW That said, I use them ;-) I was told they are required in nsw lol. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
antonywardle Posted January 18, 2018 Share Posted January 18, 2018 I think a lot of people get told that, and to me it is a sensible precaution, but there isn't anything that I've found to say otherwise http://www.rms.nsw.gov.au/roads/safety-rules/road-rules/towing.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hooked-Up Posted January 18, 2018 Share Posted January 18, 2018 i use the yellow ones too so im not gunna read all that lol hurts looking at it! i will take your word for it as i was “told” without evidence lol. if you say its not there im happy with that lol. ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fab1 Posted January 18, 2018 Share Posted January 18, 2018 1 hour ago, Noo2OzFish said: Hello Thanks for all the replies. My trailer is rated for GVM 1.5 tonne. There is some surface rust here and there but all the lights work etc. I can't get it in until the day it is due so I will let you know how it goes. Bear Surface rust is fine.It's dirty big rusted through holes and rusted out cross members etc you don't want. 27 minutes ago, jeffb5.8 said: My guy does the same as Raging, quick look around, Test lights and a shake of the wheel. 95% of guys use this method. In regards to rated shackles who has rated chain/s weld/s?I know I don't from factory. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frankS Posted January 18, 2018 Share Posted January 18, 2018 In addition to all the above just make sure there are no sharp edges on guards etc some trailers should have reflectors on the guards white at front red at rear and of coarse decent tyres and lights etc. Frank Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smasher Posted January 19, 2018 Share Posted January 19, 2018 My boat is 1.5T and mechanical breaked trailer 250kg. I was told that I would need to get the trailer checked to pass rego but the RMS just send me the renewal papers and thats it! Not sure why but I’m not game to question it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sea Ranger Posted January 19, 2018 Author Share Posted January 19, 2018 14 minutes ago, Smasher said: My boat is 1.5T and mechanical breaked trailer 250kg. I was told that I would need to get the trailer checked to pass rego but the RMS just send me the renewal papers and thats it! Not sure why but I’m not game to question it. My renewal papers state "Inspection required" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PaddyT Posted January 19, 2018 Share Posted January 19, 2018 1 hour ago, Smasher said: My boat is 1.5T and mechanical breaked trailer 250kg. I was told that I would need to get the trailer checked to pass rego but the RMS just send me the renewal papers and thats it! Not sure why but I’m not game to question it. Simple- there are so many poorly maintained , crappy , rusted out boat trailers that the RMS wants them all inspected - I do think they could exempt ones less than 3 years old though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zmk1962 Posted January 19, 2018 Share Posted January 19, 2018 1 hour ago, Smasher said: My boat is 1.5T and mechanical breaked trailer 250kg. I was told that I would need to get the trailer checked to pass rego but the RMS just send me the renewal papers and thats it! Not sure why but I’m not game to question it. Smasher.... not sure what the history of your trailer is. Suggest you check the compliance plate on your trailer against the rego papers - the VIN number should match as should the description of the trailer. Some older rigs have just moved the licence plate (inspection exempt) across to another trailer (where technically an inspection is required)... also if your trailer was originally exempt but modifications have been made to it (that have made it fall into inspection required) - then as I understand it who ever did the mods should have updated RMS. I guess its all much of a muchness until there is an accident which may not necessarily be your fault and police/insurance start to poke around... I wouldn't want to be in that position. Cheers Zoran Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fab1 Posted January 19, 2018 Share Posted January 19, 2018 53 minutes ago, PaddyT said: Simple- there are so many poorly maintained , crappy , rusted out boat trailers that the RMS wants them all inspected - I do think they could exempt ones less than 3 years old though. If that was the case wouldn't every trailer regardless of weight be inspected?After all they all get wet and can be poorly maintained,crappy rusted out trailers yes?I think you'll find the main reason it's how it is know is to ensure that the braking system is in operable condition as that is the #1 safety item on a boat trailer/car being able to stop hence the brake test being done when renewing your rego on a car. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PaddyT Posted January 20, 2018 Share Posted January 20, 2018 Thats a fair call Fab , still reckon 2yrs old trailers should be exempted Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zmk1962 Posted January 20, 2018 Share Posted January 20, 2018 25 minutes ago, PaddyT said: Thats a fair call Fab , still reckon 2yrs old trailers should be exempted I don’t know PaddyT - I know new cars have 3yrs inspection free period. But cars don’t get dunked in salt water - boat trailers do. You can get a fair amount of corrosion on trailer brakes that are not maintained in 12mths ... let alone 3yrs. Cheers Z Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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