A stiff trailer jockey wheel, a worn coupling head or a missing spare wheel can all lead to a parts enquiry. The first step is identifying a suitable replacement for the trailer, rather than choosing an item simply because it looks similar.
At Sleaford Trailers, two recent workshop jobs show how we help customers with replacement parts and fitting. One involved a trailer jockey wheel replacement and a worn coupling head. The other involved supplying a wheel and making a practical mounting arrangement for a spare.
Looking for a part for your own trailer? See our trailer parts and spares page, or call 01529 462188 with details of what you need.
Trailer jockey wheel replacement and a worn coupling head
A customer brought his trailer to us for a service and mentioned that the jockey wheel was extremely stiff to use. He asked us to fit a replacement, which we did.
During the service, we also checked the coupling head using a new tow ball. This revealed excessive wear that would have worsened with continued use. We fitted a new, lockable coupling head from our stores.
The customer’s original concern was the jockey wheel, but the service identified another component that needed attention. Replacing both items addressed the reported problem and the wear found during inspection.
Choosing a replacement jockey wheel or trailer coupling
A replacement needs to suit the trailer and its existing fittings. A photograph can help us understand what is fitted, but it may not provide everything needed to establish compatibility.
For a jockey wheel enquiry, send photographs of the complete assembly and clamp, together with any visible size or manufacturer markings. For a coupling enquiry, include clear pictures of the coupling head, its mounting and any identification plate or stamped information.
If the coupling is worn, damaged or you are uncertain about its condition, contact us to discuss an inspection. The check described in this job was carried out at our workshop; it is not a guide to assessing coupling safety yourself.
Supplying a trailer wheel and making a spare-wheel mounting
A second customer had recently bought his trailer and brought it to us for a service. The trailer did not have a spare wheel, so we supplied a new wheel and fitted it to the trailer. The wheel we removed then became the spare.
There was no fixture to hold the spare on the trailer. We used a length of galvanised box section from a redundant frame, added packing pieces and a top hat bracket, and secured the wheel to the ladder rack.
This was a mounting arrangement made for that particular trailer. If you need a spare wheel or carrier, contact us to discuss the wheel and the available mounting points; the same arrangement will not necessarily suit another trailer.
What to send when enquiring about trailer parts
The more clearly we can identify the trailer and existing component, the easier it is to discuss suitable replacements. Please send what you have, even if some details are unknown:
- Trailer make and model, plus gross weight if known.
- The name of the part you need and a description of the fault or damage.
- Clear photographs of the part, its fittings and any labels or markings.
- For wheel enquiries, the tyre size and photographs of the existing wheel.
- Whether you want to enquire about parts supply, workshop fitting or both.
We may ask for further measurements or need to see the trailer before confirming a suitable part. Availability depends on the item required. Please check with us before travelling to collect parts or bringing a trailer to the workshop.
Parts supply, servicing and repairs near Sleaford
These two jobs involved parts supplied and fitted during servicing, but you can also contact us specifically about a replacement component.
Alongside jockey wheels, couplings and replacement wheels, we supply trailer tyres, hubs, wheel bearings, brake components and lighting parts. See our trailer parts and spares page for more information, and contact us with your trailer details to check suitability and availability.
Trailer parts are available for collection from our Ewerby Thorpe workshop near Sleaford or by mail order throughout the UK. Please contact us to check availability and discuss collection or delivery for the item you need.
If you would like the wider condition of your trailer checked, see our trailer servicing information. For a known fault or damaged component, our trailer repairs page explains the workshop work we undertake.
Questions about replacement trailer parts
Can you help me find a replacement trailer jockey wheel?
Contact us with photographs of the existing jockey wheel and clamp, any visible markings and your trailer details. We can advise on suitable options, subject to compatibility and availability.
Can I buy trailer parts without booking a service?
If you need a replacement part, contact us with details of your trailer and the item required. We can discuss parts supply, availability and whether workshop fitting is also needed.
What information do you need for a trailer spare wheel?
Send the trailer make and model, the tyre size and photographs of the wheel and any identification markings. We may need further measurements or an inspection to establish a suitable match.
Do you fit replacement trailer parts?
The jobs described here included workshop fitting of a jockey wheel, coupling head and wheel. Contact us to discuss the part and work required, and to arrange a visit to our Ewerby Thorpe workshop near Sleaford.
Need a jockey wheel, coupling head or spare wheel?
Call 01529 462188 or contact Sleaford Trailers with your parts enquiry. Include your trailer details and photographs so we can discuss the next step.
Our workshop is at White House Farm, Ewerby Thorpe, near Sleaford, Lincolnshire, NG34 9PR. Please telephone before visiting.