I have a 1999 EZ loader trailer that is in pretty good shape except for the two cross members that have rotten out due to rust. The previous owner of the boat replaced the Axle two years ago. The axle is a a torsion bar set up that is galvanized and in almost brand new shape. The two cross members are about 174 dollars each however I found a place here in town that will sell 3"X3"X1/4" aluminum beams for 15 dollars a linear foot. I would rather put in an aluminum cross member and can do both beams for less than the price of one OEM EZ Loader cross member. Seems dumb to replace the same beam that will just rust out again eventually. My question is that I am having a hard time figuring out just how to get the clearance I am going to need for the bottom of the hull with a straight beam replacement, VS the bent galvanize beams that were stock on the trailer. I was thinking I could put the beam in place and through bolt it to the frame and place a 4x8 carpet covered beam on the new cross members. Just worried about clearance with the bottom on the boat loading it on the trailer. Sorry if this sound confusing.