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Originally Posted by bryant

Thank you all for your input. I will definitely make the adjustments needed. I also have noticed a slight bend in the tongue. So this will have to be fix/replaced. I believe the springs are shot on the trailer as well because the boat bounces allot when you are in it (does not seem very stable) Is there any advantage to going to a heavier spring on the trailer?

I will post a pic of the boat once I learnn how to.

Well, just remember that as a general rule, trailers only have springs, no shock absorbers, so they will always bounce more than a car or truck. As for the tongue, I wouldn't worry too much about a slight bend.. it just means that the PO(s) did something wrong...(usually jackknifing while backing). As long as it doesn't compromise the structural integrity of the trailer it should be ok...
As to going to a heavier spring, if you want added stiffness just go with a set of helper springs.. (It's an extra leaf that you slide under your existing springs). Lots cheaper than a whole new set. Just remember that even though you are adding extra load handling stiffness, you are not adding extra load capacity. That rating is determined by your axle(s) and does not change no matter how many springs you add.
As to posting a picture, make an account for yourself at www.photobucket.com (it's free) Follow the simple directions to upload your photos to your account and then just copy/paste the photo you want to use from there to the post you want to have the photo with here. The string to use will start and end with [img]