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TIRE CHART
TIRE
LOAD
MAXIMUM
MODEL
SIZE
RANGE
LOAD
Eagle 10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.30 x 12
C
1045
Eagle 12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 175/80R x 13
C
1360
Eagle 14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.30 x 12
C
1045
INFLATION: Always follow the inflation guidelines printed on the sidewall of the tire
for maximum load capacity.
Any replacement of tire MUST be rated equal to original tire in maximum load capacity.
VINYL TIRE COVERS (Option)
TIP: To minimize the possibility of the tire “bleeding” through onto a tire cover, use a
separator (garbage bag, paper, cloth, etc.) between the tire and the cover.
WHEEL LUGS
Your Eagle Folding Camping Trailer is equipped with 12" or 13" tires depending on
which model you own. When the wheels are installed on your trailer, the lug nuts must be
tightened according to the following specifications:
12"
85-95 foot pounds of torque
13"
50-75 foot pounds of torque.
WARNING: Axles on camping trailers do not drive or steer as automobile
axles do. The motions involved in being “trailered” adds stress that can loosen
lug nuts, especially during the break in period. Wheel lugs can work loose.
Check and tighten wheel lugs every 10 miles, 25 miles, and 50 miles when the
camping trailer is new or a tire is changed, and then check and tighten after
periods of extensive breaking (such as coming down a steep grade) and every
3,000 miles.
After your first trip, check the wheel lugs periodically for safety. The wheel lugs should
then be checked after winter storage, before starting a trip, or following extensive
braking. Over-tightening can distort wheel. Please observe the above recommendations
for your safety and that of others.
BRAKES
A controller should be installed below the dashboard of your tow vehicle to work in
conjunction with the foldign camping trailer brakes. Two types of controllers are avail-
able. The “hydraulic” controller operates through a steel line attached to the master
cylinder of the tow vehicle’s brake system. The “electronic” controller, operaties using
electrical current Reference the operating instructions provided with the controller for
adjustment and operation procedures.
Electric (Option on 10UD, 10SG, 10FS)
Electric brakes on your recreation vehicle are designed to work in conjunction with the
hydraulic brakes on your tow vehicl. This means that in order to have the best brake
performance on both systems, the trailer and tow vehicle must perform and operate
together. Any attemp to use either brake system alone will cause accelerated wear and
damage.
The battery in the tow vehicle is the primary power source that operates the brakes in
your folding camping trailer. Keep your battery and charging system in working opera-
tion to ensure available energy when required.
From the battery, power is sent to the controller to provide the correct amount of current
to brake the folding camping trailer. Use the tow vehicle’s brake pedal control for general
operation on combined use of both brake systems. The controller’s manual control is to
be used only in special situations such as indicated in the instructions supplied with the
control. In the open position, the manual control breaks the electrical current preventng
brake engagement. When in the closed position, electrical current will flow to brake
assemblies.
Wiring to operate your brakes must be sized in both vehicles, suggesting a minimum of
14 guage. Your camper has 14 guage wire from front end to brakes.
Brake assemblies are wired in parallel, never in a series. Being parallel, there will be
equal voltage and amperage at each brake assembly for equal braking capability and/or
performance.
WHEN YOUR FOLDING CAMPING TRAILER IS NEW IT IS IMPOSSIBLE TO
ADJUST YOUR BRAKE SHOE PRECISELY. iT TAKES APPROXIMATELY
1,000 MILES AND/OR 50 MEDIUM TO HEAVY STOPS TO “BURNISH” FIT OR
SEAT THE SHOES TO THE DRUM. aFTER THE INITIAL BREAK-IN, YOU
CAN NOW ADJUST YOUR SHOES ACCURATELY FOR BEST PERFORMANCE
AND INCREASED DURABILITY.