Question about pontoon boat trailers.

Silver Eagle

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Every once in a while I see a ladder that fits on the very front of the trailer Most of them are on the left side front going front just behind the hitch up by the hand crank. Are these custom made for the owner or is the some place where I can get one.
 

bruceb58

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Re: Question about pontoon boat trailers.

Mine came with the trailer but is integrated into the winch stand and bow stop. Looks like a welder could add very easily.
 

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Re: Question about pontoon boat trailers.

Wowee, they're pretty proud of those!
 

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Re: Question about pontoon boat trailers.

I am sure one can be made, but the ones I have seen are made into the winch stand.
 

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Re: Question about pontoon boat trailers.

This is what mine looks like:
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Re: Question about pontoon boat trailers.

I've alos seen them bolted on before. Different trailer manufactures make them different. I have even seen people make pressure treated steps as well. As long as they don't interfere with the trailer operation, you can do what you prefer. Just an added convenience accessory
 

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Re: Question about pontoon boat trailers.

Comes with all Tracker trailers.
 

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Re: Question about pontoon boat trailers.

The link bennyboy posted earlier in this thread is essentially the same thing, made to be bolted to an existing winch stand. It just doesn't have the hand rail. Do a Google image search for pontoon trailer steps, find one you like, and take the picture to any local welder and asked them to make one. Any competent welder can do it. You'll pay for good work, and have to have it painted, too.
 

bruceb58

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Re: Question about pontoon boat trailers.

That's what I'm looking for,only one more step on the lower end. how did you come about getting it?
The lower step can be the trailer tongue. It actually has a rubber pad on it so you don't slip.
 

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Re: Question about pontoon boat trailers.

Hey Bruce, I was looking at the trailer steps and I missed the fence the first time through this thread. What happened there? Does your common sense or failure to prepare signature have anything to do with it? :)
 

bruceb58

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Re: Question about pontoon boat trailers.

Hey Bruce, I was looking at the trailer steps and I missed the fence the first time through this thread. What happened there? Does your common sense or failure to prepare signature have anything to do with it? :)
I pulled that picture off a dealer's boat ad off the web. I think you will have to ask him. :)

Mine looks just like that...the ladder not the boat!
 
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OK Toon

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Re: Question about pontoon boat trailers.

If you want to see a nice set of steps, check out the ones on a Bear trailer. I think I got a quote for $700 for this bolt-on set up.

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Re: Question about pontoon boat trailers.

Most newer pontoon trailers come with this type of ladder on the front.
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Silver Eagle

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Re: Question about pontoon boat trailers.

Thanks guys ,that's exactly what I'm looking for. I have a good friend who runs a welding shop. I'll see him when I get back from my 11 day cruise to the Caribbean. .Leaving Tuesday.
 
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