Another 382 question (for trailer boats)
11-03-2006 | 07:46 AM
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Another 382 question (for trailer boats)
For anyone that trailers a 382 could you do me a big favor. I am having a new trailer built and need to know the distance from the transom (NOT the notched area) to the center of the rear axle. Mine is 6 1/2 feet but the trailer has had too much tongue weight. The new builder will adjust the axles as I need them but I'm not sure how far to go with them.
I'm working with a tight indoor garage and need to get this trailer as short as I can. Thanks!!!!!
Russ C.
I'm working with a tight indoor garage and need to get this trailer as short as I can. Thanks!!!!!
Russ C.
11-03-2006 | 04:10 PM
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Re: Another 382 question (for trailer boats)
They make great trailers...a buddy just bought one for a Top Gun.
Since I dunk in salt water and can get an aluminum for 10G's less I'm willing to ask a few questions and get one that is just pretty good instead.
BTW: NICE BOAT!
Since I dunk in salt water and can get an aluminum for 10G's less I'm willing to ask a few questions and get one that is just pretty good instead.
BTW: NICE BOAT!
Originally Posted by bripar77
I had Myco build me a new trailer and it was perfect. Just have them build it and you don't have to worry about any of this. Mine was a 2001 382
11-03-2006 | 06:42 PM
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Re: Another 382 question (for trailer boats)
Originally Posted by berns29scarab
where are you trying to set your tongue weight at ? how many lbs ?
11-03-2006 | 07:09 PM
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Re: Another 382 question (for trailer boats)
400-500# on a 382 you better have a truck like BgChuby If you have what most of us drive you will be crashing before you get to the ramp. Some use a rule of thumb of 10% of total weight.That is a little high maybe but 800-900 should work.1000# would be OK also. Another thing to consider is hitch height. If it's too low the front tires will wear fast. A good adjustable height hitch can make a world of difference 
If you have what most of us drive you will be crashing before you get to the ramp. Some use a rule of thumb of 10% of total weight.That is a little high maybe but 800-900 should work.1000# would be OK also. Another thing to consider is hitch height. If it's too low the front tires will wear fast. A good adjustable height hitch can make a world of difference
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11-03-2006 | 07:43 PM
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Re: Another 382 question (for trailer boats)
Originally Posted by Magicfloat
400-500# on a 382 you better have a truck like BgChuby If you have what most of us drive you will be crashing before you get to the ramp. Some use a rule of thumb of 10% of total weight.That is a little high maybe but 800-900 should work.1000# would be OK also. Another thing to consider is hitch height. If it's too low the front tires will wear fast. A good adjustable height hitch can make a world of difference
If you have what most of us drive you will be crashing before you get to the ramp. Some use a rule of thumb of 10% of total weight.That is a little high maybe but 800-900 should work.1000# would be OK also. Another thing to consider is hitch height. If it's too low the front tires will wear fast. A good adjustable height hitch can make a world of difference
11-04-2006 | 05:54 AM
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Re: Another 382 question (for trailer boats)
Originally Posted by Magicfloat
400-500# on a 382 you better have a truck like BgChuby If you have what most of us drive you will be crashing before you get to the ramp. Some use a rule of thumb of 10% of total weight.That is a little high maybe but 800-900 should work.1000# would be OK also. Another thing to consider is hitch height. If it's too low the front tires will wear fast. A good adjustable height hitch can make a world of difference
If you have what most of us drive you will be crashing before you get to the ramp. Some use a rule of thumb of 10% of total weight.That is a little high maybe but 800-900 should work.1000# would be OK also. Another thing to consider is hitch height. If it's too low the front tires will wear fast. A good adjustable height hitch can make a world of difference 
11-04-2006 | 05:54 AM
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Re: Another 382 question (for trailer boats)
Originally Posted by Magicfloat
400-500# on a 382 you better have a truck like BgChuby If you have what most of us drive you will be crashing before you get to the ramp. Some use a rule of thumb of 10% of total weight.That is a little high maybe but 800-900 should work.1000# would be OK also. Another thing to consider is hitch height. If it's too low the front tires will wear fast. A good adjustable height hitch can make a world of difference
If you have what most of us drive you will be crashing before you get to the ramp. Some use a rule of thumb of 10% of total weight.That is a little high maybe but 800-900 should work.1000# would be OK also. Another thing to consider is hitch height. If it's too low the front tires will wear fast. A good adjustable height hitch can make a world of difference
