are fender wells required on a utility trailer in texas?
June 28th, 2009 | 
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We bought a used trailer and it didnt have fenders,is that a law in texas that they are required?
Most states do,your tires could throw a stone into someones windshield,and guess who’s fault it is….
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Most states do,your tires could throw a stone into someones windshield,and guess who’s fault it is….
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This is what is needed on a trailer…but fenders will reduce your liability for a potential accidents from flying debris…
1. Brakes (system) (If gross weight exceeds 4,500 pounds)
2. Tires
3. Wheel Assembly
4. Safety Guards or Flaps (if four tires or more on rearmost axle) Pole trailers exempt.
5. Tail Lamps (2)
6. Stop Lamps (2)
7. License Plate Lamp (1)
8. Rear Red Reflectors (2)
9. Turn Signal Lamps
10. Clearance Lamps
11. Side Marker Lamps
12. Side Reflectors
13. Side Marker Lamps and Reflectors (30 feet or more in overall length)
(Refer to Reference Section as per lighting diagrams and as applicable to the particular trailer being inspected.)
14. Serial or Vehicle Identification Number
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