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Last post by Jim « 18 Jun 2008, 09:23
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by Jim » 18 Jun 2008, 09:23 » in Watering Hole

This is the running list of the current Sponsors. Help support TinBoats.net by supporting these guys first if you are shopping for similar products....

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Trailer Bearing Replacement/Service Instructional Vid

Last post by LDUBS « 30 Oct 2018, 12:33
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by Bubba » 15 Jun 2009, 16:27
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Thought I would post this in another thread, May even be Sticky Worthy . Its about 15 minutes long, but very detailed and really helpful. This is for...

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I watched #2 video. Wow, this is a fantastic how-to for guys like me. Certainly removed the mystery.

What really caught my attention was the water...
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30 Oct 2018, 12:33
Post a Pic of your...trailer?

Last post by haute « 12 Sep 2018, 04:49
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by azekologi » 13 Jul 2011, 06:10
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Ok, I've been wondering why we don't have a Post a Pic of your trailer! thread similar to the Post a Pic of your boat! thread.

I mean, come on, we...

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This was the used trailer I bought for my new boat back in 2016....

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Picking up the boat from the dealer... Looks okay......
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Last post by haute
12 Sep 2018, 04:49
Bassboy1 trailer tips article.

Last post by Mark_Fisher « 12 Dec 2016, 19:06
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by ben2go » 28 Mar 2009, 00:57
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12 Dec 2016, 19:06
Trailer Forum: New!

Last post by Waterwings « 27 Mar 2009, 18:27

by Waterwings » 27 Mar 2009, 18:27

Guys, Jim has added a forum just for trailers and trailer-related questions/topics 8) =D>

Look for it as a sub-forum under the Boats forum.

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27 Mar 2009, 18:27

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Anybody have a home made transom saver?

Last post by LDUBS « 04 Dec 2019, 23:04
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by bikerider » 28 Jun 2019, 22:05

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Is anybody using a home made transom saver? I have been reading reviews on amazon and it seems that most of the new transom savers are failure prone....

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As long as it stays connected until you want it off then life is good!

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04 Dec 2019, 23:04
Where do I buy a new trailer?

Last post by LDUBS « 25 Nov 2019, 02:44
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by the hammer » 21 Nov 2019, 07:55

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My current trailer, a Bear, for my G3 1756SC took another dump on me. This time it's the bottom bunks, out of nowhere, one side bunk just rotted when...

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OK, in my opinion, it isn't really worth it to try to coat the 2x4's. 2x lumber is pretty cheap. You could probably replace them a few times for the...

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25 Nov 2019, 02:44
Don't Do This At Home, Kids

Last post by LDUBS « 22 Nov 2019, 16:16
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by LDUBS » 20 Nov 2019, 22:14

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Monday morning about 5 am I hooked the boat up. Pulled it out of the side yard down the two tracks between the gate and the curb. Heard an unusual...

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Now that could have been real troublesome and that is an understatement.

I'm just the opposite. Seems like half the time I'm trying to launch while...

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22 Nov 2019, 16:16
do I have to match my old hub face exactly

weird hub face length

Last post by pmshoemaker « 06 Nov 2019, 17:26
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by pmshoemaker » 04 Nov 2019, 16:17

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Hey folks -- I am trying to replace the axle/springs on an old trailer I bought. I took the wheels off, measured the hub face and came up with 53&7/8...

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thanks for the input!

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06 Nov 2019, 17:26
Transom saver questions...

Last post by Buzzbait « 21 Oct 2019, 21:07
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by Buzzbait » 15 Oct 2019, 15:15

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I have a 2019 grizzly 1648 SC with a Merc 40hp 4 stroke outboard. It didn't come with a transom saver,instead you raise it up, and switch a lock over...

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I installed new transom saver Fri. Took it to lake sat/sun and I feel it's a whole different animal. Rig feels solid to my vehicle. No bounce,wiggle...

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21 Oct 2019, 21:07
led reccomendations

Last post by MrGiggles « 21 Oct 2019, 11:21
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by hipster dufus » 21 Oct 2019, 08:00

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anyone have a brand they prefer. looking to replace my optronics bulb type. need rectangular style.also can anyone list a good website.

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I have been running the ones from Harbor Freight. Haven't had any trouble with them yet. They are mounted low and get dunked every time I go out...

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21 Oct 2019, 11:21
Trailer measurement

Last post by jonmac « 30 Sep 2019, 18:58
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by jonmac » 30 Jul 2019, 19:40

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I have a trailer that is slightly bent. it looks as if the previous owner had hooked a parking curb or something and then they pulled it forward and...

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My Buddy got my trailer done, He welded in four new 3-inch channel beams after he straightened the frame he told me that it is 5/8 of an inch out of...

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30 Sep 2019, 18:58
Trailer lenght

Last post by golithhorse « 05 Aug 2019, 21:46
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by donairplane » 15 Oct 2017, 12:44

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Hi,
Rebuilding an old trailer that needs a new rear section.
My question is where should the rear frame cross member be
in relationship to the...

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1911 need about 22

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Last post by golithhorse
05 Aug 2019, 21:46
Trailer "repair" from heck

Last post by madboatgal « 05 Aug 2019, 03:46

by madboatgal » 05 Aug 2019, 03:46

I removed body of the post, thanks to those who read it but issue resolved with vendor.

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05 Aug 2019, 03:46
Convert from rollers to bunk?

Trailers

Last post by FormerParatrooper « 02 Aug 2019, 18:03
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by FormerParatrooper » 25 Jul 2019, 20:18

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Dumb question maybe?

Is is possible to change a roller trailer to bunks? Anyone do it with success?

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Looks good. Got the idea now. Thanks all.

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02 Aug 2019, 18:03
New bunks and bunk wrap

Last post by bplayer405 « 24 Jul 2019, 09:39
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by JL8Jeff » 12 Oct 2017, 17:59
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The old bunks that are carpeted on my sprint boat trailer are getting worn out and the carpet takes a couple of hours to drip off the water before I...

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My boat only touches the composite deck boards. Treaded lumber is the framing only.

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Last post by bplayer405
24 Jul 2019, 09:39
Getting a Jon boat to load straight on trailer

Last post by jethro « 15 Jul 2019, 08:38
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by Scott F » 14 Apr 2018, 09:14
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The other day I got to launch my new, jet powered, tin jon boat for the first time. Everything was great until it was time to put the boat back on...

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I coldwater fish in Maine at iceout. Water is right around those temps and I hand load that big beast pictured above all the time. A pair of tall...
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Last post by jethro
15 Jul 2019, 08:38
Source for square steel tubing in North Texas

Material Suppliers for trailer frame steel

Last post by lckstckn2smknbrls « 06 Jul 2019, 23:10
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by daveintexas » 30 Jun 2019, 18:51

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New member, first post. Need some help locating a local supplier where I can pick up some 24ft. long pieces of weldable
1-1/2 11gage square steel...

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I've heard of them.
Check out this website www.trailersauce.com
3/16 would be a heavy duty trailer 1/4 would be overkill. I'm building a utility...

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Last post by lckstckn2smknbrls
06 Jul 2019, 23:10
Best way to prep trailer for paint.

Last post by MrGiggles « 23 Jun 2019, 10:17
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by MrGiggles » 20 Mar 2019, 13:00
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The trailer for my Tracker is starting to look pretty bad. It is white and rust is starting to show through in places, nothing structural. I also...

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Sorry for never updating this thread.

The dustless blasting worked well for about 10 minutes. Then my big pressure washer took a crap. Trying to use...
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Last post by MrGiggles
23 Jun 2019, 10:17
Trailer spindles too short

Last post by chadzeilenga « 07 Jun 2019, 22:09
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by chadzeilenga » 06 Jun 2019, 20:22

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Hi All,
I worked through pulling both hubs, cleaning out old grease, new double lip seal along with repacked bearings.

I noticed that when I...

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That is interesting, the trailer is from 72 and was built by my grandfather. We have a pair of the modern Dexter hubs on it, so that might be why....

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Last post by chadzeilenga
07 Jun 2019, 22:09
Another trailer light post

Last post by chadzeilenga « 06 Jun 2019, 22:37
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by chadzeilenga » 06 May 2019, 22:28

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Hi All,
I’ve started to go through the trailer that my grandpa built back in early 70’s. One area I’d like to clean up are the lights.

It looks...

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Last post by chadzeilenga
06 Jun 2019, 22:37
Hauling a 14 footer

Last post by schukster « 27 May 2019, 16:22
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by Snowshoe » 27 May 2019, 13:14

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I have my Lund but the other day, my neighbor decided to sell his 14 footer. I couldn't pass it up for $125. It's in okay shape for what I want to...

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I used a bed extender that fits into my trucks hitch bar receiver to recently deliver a 14 boat I sold.

I also used it once for a 17' canoe but...

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Last post by schukster
27 May 2019, 16:22
Installed a trailer hitch

Last post by lckstckn2smknbrls « 25 May 2019, 11:51
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by lckstckn2smknbrls » 13 May 2019, 21:40

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I recently acquired my parents 2006 Toyota Sienna mini van, they bought it new and put 90,000 miles on it in 13 years. It's the limited XLE with...

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Update.
I installed a Tekonsha T-one trailer wiring kit. Installation was very easy and so far it works as it should.

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Last post by lckstckn2smknbrls
25 May 2019, 11:51
Trailer shocks

Last post by LDUBS « 08 May 2019, 11:02
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by Vader809 » 15 Jan 2017, 02:18

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I have a trailer that I don't know the age of,the tires are 480x12.what would be a good replacement shock? i can feel it bouncing around, my boat is...

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I honestly don't know the answer but one concern I would have (had) was that those shocks will be submerged. I understand they are sealed, but seems...

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Last post by LDUBS
08 May 2019, 11:02
Submersible Lights

Last post by LDUBS « 07 May 2019, 09:49
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by chbarnha » 27 Jun 2018, 20:34
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What are the best wiring and light kits you have found for your trailers? I am about to order one and want to make sure I get one that will last>...

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Mine are pulled down the center of the rectangular galvanized tube framing. Rubber grommets are used where the wire(s) enter/exit the channels. This...
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Last post by LDUBS
07 May 2019, 09:49
Moveable Bunk System

Last post by 1960 yellowboat « 06 May 2019, 11:49
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by old&slow » 05 May 2019, 21:28

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I recently purchased a 1955 Rich Line and it came on a Gator trailer that appears to be of the same vintage. It has a wonderful lever operated rear...

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Love to see a picture of your boat. I have a 1960 Richline Challenger

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Last post by 1960 yellowboat
06 May 2019, 11:49
Trailer Tire Covers

Last post by DaleH « 26 Apr 2019, 19:22
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by BigTerp » 25 Apr 2019, 11:45

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Any particular brand of tire covers you guys recommend for your boat trailer tires? I have 4.80-12 size tires, and that equals about 21 when mounted...

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Dry Rot - The simple wood shield works!

Trailer Jacking - Lower tongue all the way you can, prop blocks under the rearmost support or frame, then...

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Last post by DaleH
26 Apr 2019, 19:22
Wellmax LED trailer lights

Last post by the hammer « 14 Apr 2019, 07:11
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by the hammer » 13 Apr 2019, 13:20

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I can't figure out how to attach the lights to the trailer. I went as far as opening one of the lights to see if there is a threaded hole in the back...

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Thanks but that's not your burden. It woulda been nice had Wellmax provided better instructions. For future reference, you slide the head of the bolt...

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14 Apr 2019, 07:11
tire size for 16' johnboat trailer

Last post by Justaguy442 « 04 Apr 2019, 13:29
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by pmshoemaker » 27 Mar 2018, 15:11
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Every evening I walk out and work on the trailer -- I look at those tires. They are small -- 4-lug, about 8 rims. Do I need to think about getting...

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So i was doing some research into the car tire vs Trailer Tire and they talked about trailer sway. My nephew has a 14' tin on a trailer with car...
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04 Apr 2019, 13:29
Bunk Adjustment

Last post by LDUBS « 26 Mar 2019, 18:29
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by taggart.josh » 25 Mar 2019, 09:47

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I recently bought my first tin boat. On the trip home I noticed that the strakes (SP?) are contacting the wheel fenders, additionally the keel is...

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I attached a pretty basic sketch of a typical trailer. My boat is supported by the two bunks and roller #1 which is under the bow stem of my boat. In...

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Last post by LDUBS
26 Mar 2019, 18:29
Trailer Hub Washer

Last post by KMixson « 17 Mar 2019, 03:50
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by DiveLiberty » 15 Mar 2019, 17:19

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Replacing my trailer hubs with a CE Smith hub kit. Wasted $30 by ordering the wrong size, now the correct size still isn’t working. Figured out I’m...

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Stainless Steel is harder than regular mild steel. It will not scratch as easily.

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17 Mar 2019, 03:50

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