Originally Posted by Barrydet (Post 2855729)

Hey folks:
I would like to offer a possible solution. I have a 353 also and I wanted to make a pair of substantial guide poles. I mounted a 2x2 receiver bracket (the kind you bolt to a pick up rear bumper) to the bottom of the I beam frame at the rear of the trailer facing outward. A compadre welded the guide poles from 2x2 square tubing and 2inch o.d. galvanized pipe. The pipe is covered with 2inch i.d. PVC pipe. The PVC is covered with carpet.

The guide poles slide in and out of the receiver tube when it is time to launch and recover. I made a bracket up front for the poles to ride in while on the road. I chose to make 'em removable so I will remain within legal width and the poles will not shake and bang the rub rail while the trailer is rolling. The poles will need to be taller than you think. You will need to have about 9ft in height so you can see the tops of the poles as you float onto your trailer. I can send you photos if you will share an e-mail address or teach me how to post a photo on this site....Hope this helps!!