Why Tidewater                      Tidewater Trailers

Changing The Way People View Boat Trailers

                         

Tidewater is proud to be the only local boat trailer manufacturer to offer Kodiak Disc Brakes with limited Lifetime Warranted Ceramic Pads as standard!

 



*   Exceeds CSA-D313 requirements per independent test (the only recognized brake test).

*   Proven design. Twenty years in automotive and twelve years in the trailer industry.

*  KODIAK USES ONLY CAST IRON CALIPERS.  Cast iron calipers remain rigid and do not flex like aluminum as hydraulic pressure is being applied.  More flex equals less torque.  With aluminum, to get near the strength of steel, you are forced to put more mass on the casting to prevent deflection problems.  By doing this, you are sacrificing stability and longevity.  While at first glance aluminum calipers may appear to be cheaper, remember sometimes you get exactly what you pay for.

*   The Only All Stainless Steel Piston (30% larger than the competition) for more torque and shorter stopping distance.

*   Assembled in the USA with 100% HI/LO Pressure Test.

*   Self-adjusting calipers (no brake tools or labor).

*   Fewer moving parts mean fewer maintenance headaches.
  • 1 :   Friction Pads(Ceramic)Standard
  • 2 :   1/4in-28 Brass Bleed Screw
  • 3 :   Guide Bolt O ring DBC-MB
  • 4 :   Guide Bolt Rubber Sleeve
  • 5 :   Guide Bolt Stainless Steel Sleeve
  • 6 :   Guide Bolt Stainless Steel w/Thread Locker
  • 7 :   90° Elbow fitting
  • 8 :   Caliper Piston 2-1/4 Solid Stainless Steel
  • 9 :   Rubber Dust Boot 
  • 10:   Piston Rubber Seal
BRACKETS:

*    Ductile iron for high strength and durability.

*    Embossed for additional threaded strength.

*    Stiffeners to minimize vibration during braking.

*   Side support lets bracket carry the load while braking . . . not the bolts.

*    Brake pads are accessible without removing rotor or hub.

Disc Brakes Are Standard on All Trailers Over 3000# GVW

We consider this a safety issue that cannot be ignored.  Dealers are required to sell trailers that comply with the brake laws of the state where the trailer will be registered.  It is our sincere hope that by providing them as standard on all axles on trailers with brakes you will take the time to consider not only the importance of obeying the law, but more importantly that the savings of a few dollars is not worth the risk to yourself, your family, or others on the road.  For those of you in states where the brake laws vary we provide delete options that can be selected by your dealer. For the safety of our customers, regardless of the brake law of a particular state, Tidewater Trailers will not manufacture any trailer without brakes in excess of 3100# carrying capacity.  While others talk, Tidewater Trailers leads the industry in this regard.

New For 2008 LED Low Profile Taillight and 3 Bar
Light Standard!


·    High visibility LED's outperform traditional        incandescent lights.
·    LED lights illuminate faster providing an      earlier warning to trailing vehicles.
·    No bulbs to change
·    Waterproof units are designed to perform      in the harsh marine environment.
·    100,000 hour average service life typically outlasts the trailer.
·    Reduced power consumption.
·    Designed to conform to applicable U.S. FMVSS-108 SAE Safety Standards.
·    Meets all DOT-108 lighting requirements for trailers 80" and           wider when properly mounted.


Proven smooth riding Torsion Axles from Reliable Tool





·    Uses specifically formulated rubber "cords" to cushion the turning of the inner bar to create the best suspension on the market today
·    All metal on metal wear and tear is eliminated
·    Creates more of a floating, rather than a bouncing sensation when you tow your boat.
·    Provides the best in shock absorption, load handling and durability
·    Independent action of each wheel reduces shock transfer and trailer sway
·     Because each wheel acts independently, road hazards encountered by one wheel will not be transferred through the axle to the other side
·    Reliable one piece forged spindle and arm provides extra strength and durability
·    Reliable axle tube, brackets and internal bushings are designed to insure and maintain accurate toe-in camber

·    The Reliable Sure Lube torsion axles have a "5 Year Warranty"



Sure Lube Protection
 

When it comes to bearing protection, nothing beats the patented power of Sure Lube.  There are no springs, rubber plugs, or o-rings.   It's a time saver, too.  Sure Lube lets you grease or repack bearings with just a hand grease gun and without disassembly.  Only the best is good enough for Tidewater, and Sure Lube fits the bill.
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