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Old 10-20-2022 | 01:29 PM
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I am setting up my Myco behind my new tow rig and was trying to figure out the best method for making sure the trailer is level behind the tow rig.

If I place a level on the fenders just above the axles is that the optimal spot to do it from? If I place the level on the side rails nearer the coupler I get a slightly different reading. Almost like the rails have a subtle rise before they get to the nose of the boat trailer.

I assume if I get the things level above the tires/axles ( I have two) when hooked up that is optimal? I have an adjustable mount/ball hitch.



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Old 10-20-2022 | 01:52 PM
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Put a 6 foot straight edge on the frame, I would think the frame is a much better indicator, the fenders are just covers for the tires.



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I am setting up my Myco behind my new tow rig and was trying to figure out the best method for making sure the trailer is level behind the tow rig.

If I place a level on the fenders just above the axles is that the optimal spot to do it from? If I place the level on the side rails nearer the coupler I get a slightly different reading. Almost like the rails have a subtle rise before they get to the nose of the boat trailer.

I assume if I get the things level above the tires/axles ( I have two) when hooked up that is optimal? I have an adjustable mount/ball hitch.
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Old 10-20-2022 | 02:15 PM
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Good point. I'm sure Myco would say there fenders are spot on!
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Old 10-21-2022 | 05:37 AM
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I usually just measure bottom of frame to ground to see if close.
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Old 10-21-2022 | 11:58 AM
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i think you are over thinking it. just stand back and eyeball it. your trucks trailer ball is going to change height depending on the weight in the truck anyways.
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Old 10-21-2022 | 01:27 PM
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Yeah, being a little too sensitive on the setup. The truck has air suspension so that will help even things out too.
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Old 10-29-2022 | 01:43 PM
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Just take it down to the ramp and give it the ramp test (5:20 mark and beyond)
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Old 10-31-2022 | 12:34 PM
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Originally Posted by Quinlan
I usually just measure bottom of frame to ground to see if close.
Same here. Measure near the front and the rear of the trailer
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