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techman 10-20-2022 01:29 PM

Trailer Level Point
 
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.




Wildman_grafix 10-20-2022 01:52 PM

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.




Originally Posted by techman (Post 4848891)
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.


techman 10-20-2022 02:15 PM

Good point. I'm sure Myco would say there fenders are spot on! :drink:

Quinlan 10-21-2022 05:37 AM

I usually just measure bottom of frame to ground to see if close.

SABER28 10-21-2022 11:58 AM

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.

techman 10-21-2022 01:27 PM

Yeah, being a little too sensitive on the setup. The truck has air suspension so that will help even things out too.

Jupiter Sunsation 10-29-2022 01:43 PM

Just take it down to the ramp and give it the ramp test (5:20 mark and beyond)

Griff 10-31-2022 12:34 PM


Originally Posted by Quinlan (Post 4848967)
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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