Tow dolly age

[RVMommaTo6]

Does it matter how old a tow dolly is? Is rust cosmetic or something to avoid?

 

[SpencerPJ]

Surface rust is not a big issue with equipment like that, but I would have (or do yourself) repack and inspect the wheel bearings and brakes.

 

[Gizmo100]

Surface rust is not a big issue with equipment like that, but I would have (or do yourself) repack and inspect the wheel bearings and brakes.

And don't forget to check the age of the tires.

 

[Gary RV_Wizard]

An hour or so with a wire brush and a can of spray paint will clean it up.

 

[SeilerBird]

An hour or so with a wire brush and a can of spray paint will clean it up.

Amanda is in charge of an army of teenagers. They should have the job done in a few hours. ;D

 

[Isaac-1]

If it has surge brakes I would pay careful attention to the brake lines and mechanism, in addition to checking tires and and replacing them if over 5 years of age.

 

[RVMommaTo6]

Great advice! I'm soaking it all in, thank you!

 

[SpencerPJ]

As Gary said, wire brush and spray paint.  But if it's not bad, don't worry.  I will add, if you want to paint it, buying a quart of Rustoleum you pick color, a disposable cheap brush, disposable roller, disposable gloves, and have at it on grassy area, preferably not your own grass.  I rollered a fishing boat trailer, and it looked great, seemed to go on thicker than spray paint, oil based paint, lasted many years.

 

[RVMommaTo6]

It actually looks brand new because the guy I bought it from painted it, but I saw rust spots underneath and know he painted it.