Ensure regular maintenance and services are arranged. Trailer and caravan manufacturers recommend that wheel bearings and brakes are serviced every 10,000km or 12 months.
Take time to clean your float. If hosed out, park your float on a descent to ensure run off water can drain. Sweep out. Horse urine and manure must be cleaned out after every use and not left in the float for extended periods of time. All walls and surfaces should be kept in good clean order. Cleaning your float, not only sets up a more comfortable ride for your horses, but highlights any areas needing attention.
The wheel bearings should be checked and re-greased 6 to 12 months after purchase, then 12 monthly thereafter. Wheel nuts must be checked to ensure tightness after the first 200km and subsequently at no less than six (6) monthly intervals thereafter.
Suspension grease nipples must be regularly checked and re-greased every twelve (12) months.
Tyre pressures should read 40 PSI. Please take time to check this after regular use.
Your new Discovery Float has an automotive style paint finish which it is important to maintain. Clean the external surfaces as you would your car. For longevity try and wax your float once every two months with a good quality wax, paying particular attention to the roof (especially if the float will spend extensive periods outside).
It is important to check your float windows and access points for any water leaks that may appear due to movement of the float and normal wear and tear. If a water leak is found it is important to rectify this straight away to avoid any damage to the paintwork or structure of your float. Normal silicone sealant is fine for this.
Team Discovery are the most equipped to service or conduct maintenance work on your rig. If this is not possible, please ensure that works are governed by a registered repairer or registered mechanic. Call us for recommendations.
Preventative maintenance and care is the key factor in keeping your float looking brand new, as well as safe.