Unfortunately my trailer sits out in the elements in an uncovered trailer parking area. The boat is permanently on a Hydra Hoist unless going for service or to other lake which is rare. It is a 2005 Rage trailer and already starting to rust and paint oxidize from the elements.

Any suggestions how to "mothball" the trailer so it will not deteriorate. I do have the tire covers on all tires and I sprayed the chrome wheels with a coating of grease.

Not trying to be a smart azz, but washing and waxing will help preserve her. Another option is get a car port to park it under. You could also try one of those huge silver tarps and wrap it up like a present. I bought a 24'X40' one the other day at walmart for $52.00.

Obviously I am trying to save time and money on the trailer so I can spend those enjoying the boat and the lake house. The community does not allow carports in the trailer park. I am looking to mothball the trailer, not maintain it for display. The silver (rather than the hideous blue ones) sounds good along with a good oil down of all metal surfaces that others have suggested. The tarp would prevent the oil from washing off in the rain. Suggestions are solicited as to the type of oil or protectant coating others have found to work well.

This stuff is supposed to be the cats azz. Alot of people use this on snow plows up here. I just got a free sample and cant tell you at this point how it works. I did a sample test on some bare metel laying around in sept. Seems like it's working.
http://www.eurekafluidfilm.com/locator/dealer.html

Excellent option! Thanks!!!

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If you email them they may send you a free sample. The kid used my sample winterizing the jet boat. Looks like I'll just buy some. I'll try anything once to avoid that nasty salt. Between this and salt-away it all seems like good product.