Prater

33 is too short. The boat is 35'7" The trailer itself is fine, its the axles and brake system that concern me. I have some buddies in the trailer manufacturing business that I will check with on axles, granted they build semi vans but have a full fabrication shop.

Thanks for the insight and help.

Velocity Vector

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Someone told me these are good trailers.

Barrydet

Hi Sir: I follow trailer related threads very closely as I am a proponet of correct towing. Throughout my Highway Patrol career, I have seen my share of towing boo-boos that often lead to catastrophic events. As I read your thread, my first thought was to encourage you to order/build a fresh trailer to fit your needs. You mentioned that idea is not feasible at this time. With that said, perhaps you could scope in on improving your running gear and stopping ability. I offer two suggestions:
1. Look into improving your axle/suspension system. The manufacturing industry offers both leaf springs and torsion systems to match higher capacity axle/wheel/tire combinations.
2. Give sincere thought to converting to electric/hydraulic brakes on all your axles. There is no better feeling as you are moving that large boat down the roadway that you can stop/slow quickly when the "jerk" moves out in front of you!! An added benefit to the e/h system is that you actually have brakes as you back down the boat ramp. You do not have this feature with your current system. As you convert your brake system, don't forget your breakaway system. I noticed your trailer bears Texas registration. If you are a Texas resident, I would be honored to share Texas requirements with you via e-mail.

I personally move a Formula 353 on a tri-axle Magnum trailer. I designed it with torsion suspension on 16" wheels/tires. My axle choice gives me a GVWR of 15,000. I also have e/h brakes on all axles. Your last question mentioned drive guard on a I-beam. I have that feature. I would be happy to send you photos of how we built the trailer. Can you tell....I am pretty proud of it, because it performs so well....barryd

Prater

Barry,

That would be great. I will PM You

never enuff

Barry knows his stuff--you'll be far ahead of the game to listen to his suggestions.
Jay

Prater

Thanks Jay. He is sending me some info by email.

never enuff

I would have kidnapped his trailer long ago if it would have worked with my boat
Jay

fountainemp

BUY A MYCO!! your trailer needs a ton of work. i am a trailer mechanic and i would recommend a new trailer. the amount of work need to upgrade yours is more than it is worth. good luck.

Prater

Thanks for the pics Barry. The Dexter axle tech is taking care of me on the load part of the trailer. I will definately be putting your designs on this trailer.

Thanks again.

Barrydet

Any time, sir, correct trailering leads to a fun day on the water.....and that's what this is all about!!!