calkins trailer weight capacity - iboats Boating Forums
2004年9月23日 · Re: calkins trailer weight capacity I'd have a trailer shop look at it. They should be able to make a value judgement by looking at the wall thickness of the frame and such.<br /><br />On that long of a boat, dual axles sure are nice. <br />I've had one that ran on a single axle once, it was miserable to tow compared to the tandem set up.
Weight difference between Steel and Aluminum Trailer?
2014年3月6日 · The size and weight of the steel trailer would get you better answers. But generally speaking, yes. Aluminum is about half the weight of steel, so if you're talking about a steel trailer that weighs 2,000 or 3,000 lbs it's reasonable to …
Weight of a small Jon boat and trailer? - iboats Boating Forums
2012年3月25日 · Re: Weight of a small Jon boat and trailer? - Can I tow with a 1000 Lbs tow capacity? How to weigh a boat..... 1. First put the scale under the tongue with the boat pulled all the way up on the trailer. For this example, we will use a scale reading of 100lbs so W1=100 2. Scoot the boat back on the trailer EXACTLY 12" so 12=X 3. Re-weigh the tongue.
Info on Calkins trailer I'm inheriting - iboats Boating Forums
2016年6月28日 · This is my first boat (1976 Aquasport 22-2 Family Fisherman) and trailer. Any information someone might have about the trailer would be great. Currently the boat and trailer are in Door County, WI and I'm in Chicago. I'm trying to get parts together for when I go up to get it road worthy to bring back with me. Thanks so much in advance.
Trailer Tongue weight Loading Calculations - Boating Forum
2015年10月13日 · For my boat trailer, I simply move its bow stop beam forward or backwards - to change weigh position on the trailer. Its axle and steel fenders remain fixed - to the boat's frame. If one moves the boat all the way forward (as much as possible) and still don't have 10%-13% tongue weight, then its the wrong trailer (for the boat).
Hurricane deck boat weight - iboats Boating Forums
2009年3月12日 · An example is the Hurricane 188 SS, which is 18' 10" and has a dry weight of around 2300 lbs. and a wet weight of over 3200 lbs. Fiberglass boats tend to be heavy. With a trailer, I'd be real surprised if you don't end up over 3000 pounds. The Fundeck models are a little lighter than the Sundecks.
Weight of 1992 17' Tracker Trailstar trailer - Boating Forum
2004年9月9日 · To get a MI license plate I must provide the weight of the trailer. Can anyone tell me the weight of a 1992 17' Tracker Trailstar trailer. It is galvanized 3" steel channel with 13" tires if that helps. The package included a BassTracker Pro 17 with 60HP Evenrude motor.<br /><br />The woman at the Secretary of State's Office said she needs the ...
What should the tongue weight be on a boat trailer?
2009年12月28日 · It seems there was a thread on this not to long ago and someone had a formula for it. I searched for it with no luck. I found one site says 9 to 15% of the total weight of the loaded trailer but that seems high. I figure my rig weighs about 3500 lbs, 10% would be 350lbs, that seems high to me.
Dilly Trailer Weight | Boating Forum - iboats Boating Forums
2015年12月30日 · if your looking for ballpark weight for figuring out towing capacity, etc., its a single axle trailer, assume 800-900 If your looking for a weight to register the trailer in states or locals that require trailer weight when registering, you will need something from the trailer manufacturer or a certified scale on the empty weight.
Guidelines for adjusting trailer tongue weight - Boating Forum
2013年2月28日 · Re: Guidelines for adjusting trailer tongue weight Most people change their tongue weight by moving the boat back slightly on the trailer. They move their winch support back--usually by loosening two U bolts holding it to the trailer frame. Moving axles is certainly a last resort to changing the tongue weight.