How old is too old?

Axle bearings are not very expensive. I would not pass on a trailer if it only needed bearings. With a reefer, I would check underneath to see if the floor is solid. I almost bought one once that had a rotten floor. It would have cost more to replace the floor than the trailer was worth. I would also check the chute and doors to make sure they ar not warped. The frame and slider rails should not be warped or bent, either.

 

I agree,main thing is the floor. Near back door,where tow motors bounce going into trailer, check very carefully, can be very costly.

 

I'm no reefer hauler. But I would think you would want to weigh the trailer. I would assume as the trailer ages moisture would seep into the walls insulation through any damages inside from forklifts. Adding water weight. But I could be wrong.

 

I've seen too amny floors in front of the back door give way. Aluminum corrodes from dissimilar metal corrosion and eventually it wil give up. Worked for a CO at one tiem hauling meat and every one they owned had the floor reinforced about 3 ft in.

 

I agree, reefers are so darn expensive. Im in the market for used one, that has been well maintained. It will be my first trailer! any lead?

 

Buy a new one