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Boat and trailer in one
by skanders01 » 18 Aug 2020, 17:35
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Has anyone ever seen a design for a boat mounted set of trailering wheels? I only live three miles worth of backroads from my go to fishing lake...
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$10 says that fiberglass boat will be or was DUMPED on public land!
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Last post by PATRIOT2 25 Nov 2020, 00:22
Tilt trailer or folding tongue
by Douglasdzaster » 18 Nov 2020, 02:18
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I bought a used flat bottom and I’ve been catching up the maintenance on it. Now I’m starting on the trailer. Here’s a picture of the tongue. Is this...
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I've heard of that with small utility trailers, but not boat trailers.
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Last post by MrGiggles 20 Nov 2020, 20:20
Bunk slicks vs carpet
by rocksteady1 » 01 Nov 2020, 23:14
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So i have a 12ft aluminum riveted mod V Hull. I have older carpet on the bunks now and it’s starting to wear down a bit. Should I replace it with...
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I hear you there, but for those of us using/launching our boats in saltwater it makes the hull last significantly longer.
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Last post by DaleH 09 Nov 2020, 15:59
Who still makes tilt trailers?
by -CN- » 10 Aug 2017, 12:10
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I'm wanting my 14 ft jon boat to be on a tilting trailer. I generally fish in no-man's land and find myself launching my boat where the tilt feature...
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Another alternative would be a tongue extension so the trailer can back further into the water. I might get one of these myself, as I use a very...
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Last post by CedarRiverScooter 02 Nov 2020, 09:24
set up
by Action » 21 Aug 2020, 17:44
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so if the trailer is set up right should the bunks be touching the bottom the full length of the bunks ? rollers down the center....I have 4 for a...
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I've seen trailers with four bunks.
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Last post by Vader809 01 Nov 2020, 21:33
Help identifying this item
by Hofty » 15 Oct 2020, 10:53
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Hey folks,
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There is supposed to be a short length of safety chain that goes into this notch. This is to prevent the trailer from tilting if the latch...
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Last post by maintenanceguy 15 Oct 2020, 17:00
Trailer rebuild questions
by Western14’ » 15 Sep 2020, 12:07
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Ok guys, before I start, thanks in advance for any help!!
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Thanks again for the input gents, I went ahead and bought new hub assemblies as they were only a few bucks more than the bearings separately. Got...
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Last post by Western14’ 05 Oct 2020, 10:57
Broken Cross Member
by LDUBS » 17 Sep 2020, 22:48
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Not good. That last pothole must have been a doozie.
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I figure my whole boat & equip comes in slightly under 1200 lbs.
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Last post by LDUBS 22 Sep 2020, 21:48
Radial vs bias ply tires
by ktoelke54 » 16 Sep 2020, 08:55
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One of my trailer tires is beginning to check between the tread—time to replace. I’ve always used a basic bias ply tire on my small trailers. I...
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I haven't gone far enough or fast enough or had any issues with my bias plies to need radial tires on my boat trailer but I'm considering putting a...
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Last post by lckstckn2smknbrls 16 Sep 2020, 21:38
When to grease bearings
by InSaneFisherMan » 12 Sep 2020, 08:20
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I was surprised that the manual on my bearing hubs stated to grease before towing and after launch, every time.
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If you have bearing buddies, be careful not to over grease or it could push out the seal. Adding grease will help push out any water that might have...
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Last post by JL8Jeff 14 Sep 2020, 09:51
1996 Shorelandr B148/1612FN Question
by SmilingBob » 02 Sep 2020, 09:43
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I have a Shorelandr model B148/1612FN builtin 08-1996 according to the VIN decal on frame. GVWR is 1495 pounds with 4.80x12 load range B tires,...
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It looks like it's set up for a 16'-17' boat based on the 1612FN. The carrying capacity is based on the tires, axle and framing I believe. I doubt...
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Last post by JL8Jeff 02 Sep 2020, 21:06
Trailer paint
by Western14’ » 14 Aug 2020, 04:56
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I currently have the boat off the trailer and after a few days of looking at the horrible attempt at a paint job the po did, I find myself wanting to...
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thanks guys, I’ll try to find the old formula
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Last post by Western14’ 23 Aug 2020, 00:03
Rusted supports on Eagle trialer.
by chopper72 » 19 Jul 2020, 14:38
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I have an 18 year old Eagle trailer and the plates that hold the bunks have rusted almost completely. I am considering getting new plates welded to...
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Just google trailer bunk brackets and you will see all kinds of bolt-on options. I'm partial to eTrailer.com because of their service and support....
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Last post by LDUBS 19 Jul 2020, 15:04
V block or roller for the bow?
by Action » 16 Jul 2020, 15:25
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I need a need v block or roller for the bow on my trailer......I am going to redo the whole set up so I can use what ever is best.....what do you...
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makes sense....
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Last post by Action 18 Jul 2020, 09:22
Trailer selection
by starflite58 » 15 Jul 2020, 08:59
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Just looking for some input on matching a trailer to a 12 or 14 foot boat. I have a 12 foot boat now but may someday go to a 14 footer. Using a 9.9...
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Yep. Nothing wrong at all with the extra length.
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Last post by MrGiggles 15 Jul 2020, 13:05
Dry launching, and 2-speed winches
by 86tuning » 11 Jul 2020, 21:38
I'm in the planning stages for new trailer for my project boat. I've seen some articles on dry launching and retrieving of boats, without dunking the...
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Last post by 86tuning 11 Jul 2020, 21:38
Hub size
by Markb63 » 24 Jun 2020, 17:52
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How do you find the right size bearing buddy for a boat trailer? If measure then can you please tell me how. Tyvm
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I cleaned up the above mentioned freebies.
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Last post by kdgrills 28 Jun 2020, 13:49
Hub size
by Markb63 » 27 Jun 2020, 20:55
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This is pic of spec. Can anyone please read that of the small inside diameter.
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Trying to find the right size bearing buddies
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Last post by Markb63 28 Jun 2020, 11:00
Trailer bunks
by Hdenter » 30 May 2020, 11:37
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Hello!
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Here’s another for bunks. I ran a 77 long trailer with rollers on my last boat. The only way I know off to do it without causing a hook in the Hull...
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Last post by Wallyc 02 Jun 2020, 19:27
Guide in posts
by bigmofodad » 28 May 2020, 18:43
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Are there any posts on here showing ladder stabilizer to mount trailer guide on posts
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I don't remember any but that doesn't mean there were some. Not much help I'm afraid.
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Last post by LDUBS 01 Jun 2020, 17:20
Loading the boat
by the hammer » 01 May 2020, 09:14
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Since I’ve been a boat owner, a bit more than 20 years, I’ve backed the boat down until the fenders are almost covered and the bottom bunks are about...
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Every boat is different! My Sylvan is very deep and my bunks have to be fully submerged to load or the power winch, a 2500lb winch, will complain a...
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Last post by jethro 27 May 2020, 08:46
Trailer steps, who has them?
by bikerider » 14 Feb 2020, 13:32
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Who here has a step on the front of their trailer? I'm considering adding one because several of the lakes I fish are just gravel ramps with no dock....
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I'm the guy in shorts walking in the water in Feb, Mar, Apr if the air temp is warm enough to take the boat out. 34 degree water is crazy cold even...
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Last post by JL8Jeff 23 May 2020, 19:04
Kenda tires-where do you rate them on quality?
by Houndlab » 21 May 2020, 23:52
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Read some good things about them but have never had them. What do y’all think about them?
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I run mine at 70 psi, I think they max out at 80 psi. You will need metal valve stems rated for the pressure. Not all metal stems are rated the...
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Last post by Midwesterner 23 May 2020, 10:31
"axle" help
by F_joey » 18 May 2020, 18:06
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So I'm tearing down the trailer slowly to get the old rust and paint off so I can paint it. To make it easier and a more complete job I wanted to...
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I traded a canoe I got for free for this so I'm going to try to fix up the trailer and paind and put a small beck in the boat and trade for a little...
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Last post by F_joey 18 May 2020, 20:04
Trailer Upgrade Projects
by chadzeilenga » 04 May 2020, 10:09
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Hi All,
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Hi, they do not currently. Extending the bunks is an upgrade project that I have on the list. They are currently about 18” long. I’d like to rotate...
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Last post by chadzeilenga 11 May 2020, 01:33
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