Boat Trailer Lighting Question

Discussion in 'Boat Yard Basics' started by bermuda, Jul 20, 2011.

  1. Jul 20, 2011 #1
    bermuda

    bermuda Well-Known Member

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    Hi,  does anyone know what the lighting requirements are for a boat trailer?  Just wondering if the req't's vary by trailer size - specifically the 2 amber sidelights mid-trailer.  I have an SUV 14 and wonder if my smaill trailer requires these lights by law.

    Thanks,

    Eric
     
    bermuda, Jul 20, 2011
    bermuda, Jul 20, 2011
  3. Jul 20, 2011 #2
    Brett

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    I'm pretty sure sidelights are a requirement.
    It's a way to let cross traffic know that there's a trailer in the way.

    http://www.nhtsa.gov/cars/rules/standards/conspicuity/trlrpstr.html
     
    Brett, Jul 20, 2011
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  5. Jul 21, 2011 #3
    Taterides

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    Yes they are required by DOT.
     
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  6. Jul 21, 2011 #4
    mark_gardner

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    i actually added a few extras to my trailer....looks like im towing a christmas tree now :D ;D
     
    mark_gardner, Jul 21, 2011
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