Trailer Advice????

ledk9 · #1 07-05-2011, 05:25 PM

Guys i'm looking for advice before I make a final decision about my trailer.... I have a 1984 V center console with a 1989 Merc 200 outboard plus 60 gallon tank. boat is 1920 dry, motor im guessing 4-500 fuel tank full would be 360

I presently have a duel axel continental trailer that needs two new axels, hubs and bearings. Cost to repair is $800. I also have to say that the shackles seem bent and the bunk brackets are not in the best condition so those repairs will be required before long.

I looked at a 2005 Magic tilt 3100 roller trailer today in very good condition and the guy is asking $500. The trailer seems great but i'm concerned about the 3100 rating.

My other option is another duel axel float on Magic Tilt trailer rated for 5200 pounds. The trailer frame is good. The springs seem ok but will need replacing next year plus the brakes are shot (not that I need them) This guy was looking to get $700. for the trailer. My boat is presently sitting on this trailer at a repair shop and sits on it very well. Just concerned about traveling.

I wish I could afford more but the 700 is at the top of my budget as the better half was recently laid off. So do I go with the lesser very good trailer which is rated for 3100 pounds or the heavier duty trailer that will require some work at 700.

I really do not want to reair my existing trailer since I am not happy with it. My tow vehicle is a 2500 HD truck so no issues thier.....

Destroyer · #2 07-05-2011, 05:59 PM

The only question I have is the trailer itself rated for 3100 or the registration of the trailer rated for that load? If it's the registration, you need to go to the manufacturer and find out what the trailer is rated at. In all cases, only you can make the final decision. But I will say that as a safety factor all trailer manufacturers do rate their trailers low...I don't know the percentage, I just know that they do. So a trailer rated for 3100 is good for that and a little more safely. If it were me I'd go for the $700 one (and try to talk him down a little.. pointing out the bad parts)... just to be on the safe side... but that's me and like I said, only you can make the final decision.

ledk9 · #3 07-05-2011, 07:15 PM

Destoyer
According to the trailer tag i'ts carrying capacity is 3100. see attached pic. I appriciate your input thanks

Hedge · #4 07-06-2011, 12:00 AM

I am assuming from you current trailer and the other one you are looking at this is also a dual axle, if not disregard the rest of my post.

What I am reading is the GAWR, gross (maximum) axle weight rating is 3750,

but below that is 3100 for each axles carrying capacity

so therefore, I read it to say it should safely carry up to 6200lbs

I may be wrong, I was one other time.

Cam · #5 07-06-2011, 06:21 AM

I think the smaller trailer would be ok for very short hauls (and smooth roads) but for any distance trailering I would definitely want the higher rated trailer.

reelapeelin · #6 07-06-2011, 06:52 AM

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Originally Posted by ledk9

Destoyer
According to the trailer tag i'ts carrying capacity is 3100. see attached pic. I appriciate your input thanks

I see a GVWR of 3570 on that tag...that indicates to me that trailer isn't stout enough to carry a V20 as that number is INCLUSIVE OF THE TRAILER'S WEIGHT...

ledk9 · #7 07-06-2011, 04:45 PM

Guys thanks for all the input. As luck has it, the 3100 pound trailer sold today so the search is still on. If all else fails I will take the trailer the boat is sitting on at the repair shop. If any one in the Conn, Mass or RI area is aware of any deals for a trailer in the 6- 800 dollar range that would be good with my V please let me know.... Thanks again..

bgreene · #8 07-06-2011, 06:22 PM

I'm almost in the same boat......I mean trailer.....

Could sink $ 1,000 + into the one that came with my V but I won't.

Had all four bearings and lights re done so it's good to roll.

Finding that most used trailers are for sale because they're shot.......and people are asking a lot of money for em' too.......

I'm going to use mine this season..then re think it next year.

ledk9 · #9 07-06-2011, 08:27 PM

Greene
I feel your pain... I did all four hubs and bearings plus springs and lights.. thought i was good for the year but Murphys Law hit me and one of the new bearings went and broke the hub plus gouged the spindle on my axel... Im fed up and need to find a trailer.. Wish I could pull the trigger on a new one but looks like I will be stuck with a used one and someone elses problem...

Time for a drink...

reelapeelin · #10 07-06-2011, 08:55 PM

I found a NICE aluminum tandem at Sunset...guy got a new boat, took it to the lift...anytime it needs work, his dealer will come get it, so he's sellin this trailer...asking $2000...could probably get it somewhat less...has no title...SC doesn't require registration of trailers so it'd be perfect here...

Hey bgreene...it's MINT!!...lol!!

LEDK9...spend some time and money on the one you have...might be the best way to go...at least you KNOW what you got...just don't put Chinese bearings on it...