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Old 11-15-2007, 08:25 PM
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Does anyone have any photos of tilt trailers.

Trying to get a idea of how they work.

The ones I have seen operate on a dolley with a half circle
rail. This takes the pivot side and offsets it to the center as
it tilts.

Close ups would be great!


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Old 11-15-2007, 08:43 PM
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Don't know if this will help you.

http://www.offshoreonlyclassifieds.c...o19476-en.html
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This was in Key West at the poker run HQ.
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are you trying to build one? looks easier than it is. also the trailer in the mti picture has patents for its design
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tilt trailers are just cocky......

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Old 11-16-2007, 11:59 AM
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Originally Posted by tomtbone1993
titlt trailers are just cocky......
Why is that? With a tilt, you can run at night, sundays, and don't have to go through the hassle of permits. If you have the coin then go for it!
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Old 11-16-2007, 12:15 PM
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This maybe a stupid question.....
What keeps the boat on the trailer when it is tilted?
I know it has to be rigged differently, but does the boat have to layed up differently if it is going to be tilted?
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Originally Posted by bgchuby01
are you trying to build one? looks easier than it is. also the trailer in the mti picture has patents for its design

The thought crossed my mind.

Didnt we have a conversation on this?
Are we going to be partners?


To the contrary it really is not that difficult.

The patent law applies to resale.
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Originally Posted by bluellama
This maybe a stupid question.....
What keeps the boat on the trailer when it is tilted?
I know it has to be rigged differently, but does the boat have to layed up differently if it is going to be tilted?
Look closely at the bunks there is a nice long even support.

No difference in layup.
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