Guide to Wheel Stud Patterns (PCD)
Understanding your Stud Pattern (PCD) is crucial when searching for spare wheel parts like rims or hubs for your trailer or caravan.. This guide will help you learn how to identify your stud pattern.
Stephen Wotherspoon
Technical Team
Steve Wotherspoon is the owner of Couplemate Trailer Parts Pty Ltd, bringing a wealth of experience to the trailer, caravan, and towing industry since 2004. With a background as a qualified electrician, Steve approaches all things towing with a technical mindset and a strong emphasis on safety. As an avid caravanning and boating enthusiast, he is passionate about ensuring all Australians can enjoy safe and stress-free travels.
Known for his extensive wisdom, Steve shares his expertise to help bridge the information gap in the industry, making sure everyone can hit the road with confidence.
How to contact our Technical Team
Email: sales@couplemate.com.au
Phone: + 61 7 3348 38 22
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Five things you should know before you flip your trailer axle and springs. If you have ever wondered why people put their springs above the axle, this is your answer.
Overview of Industry ADRs & Regulation Material
As a trailer owner or manufacturer, you must adhere to Australia's required safety standards and regulations. The Australian Design Rules (ADR) are a set of rulings that reference the applicable Australian Standard to which equipment integral to or auxiliary to the...
Intro to Road Vehicle Compliance (CTA)
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Caravan Electric Braking Solution
Our testing has found electric drums are not magnetised when an energised magnet engages a drum for several days. However, by turning the drum and applying a magnet to the surface of the drum, a different result is achieved.
IRS Axles and Drop Axles with Thin Drop Plates causing Problems
In our opinion, bearing buddies can cause grease contamination of brake shoes when overfilled. Couplemate has concluded that bearing buddies are unsafe to be used in conjunction with drums brakes and should be immediately replaced with conventional or grommeted grease caps.
