Bow Stopp Guidance

[NissanOutboard]

Hi guys - the trailer for my skiff doesn’t have a bow stop. I’m looking to purchase one that won’t break the bank.

Any recommendations? Doesn’t need to look great just need it to prevent damage to the bow.

Here’s a pic of the trailer

If you have links to purchase them let me know

 

[flashback]

You need to get the boat off the frame and install some proper bunks first.

 

[NissanOutboard]

Sounds good. Please elaborate on what you mean by proper?

 

[Scott Danforth]

Sounds good. Please elaborate on what you mean by proper?

Your hull is sitting in the fenders. The hull should be at least 2" above

 

[flashback]

I see what appears to be a partial bunk at the transom that should extend forward to support the hull. Take the boat off the trailer and you will see where the bunks should be.

 

[airshot]

If you tow as is, you will probably mess up the bottom of your boat, it needs to be supported properly. If you dont understand then find someone in your area that is knowledgable about boats and trailers to get it set up correctly.

 

[briangcc]

Sounds good. Please elaborate on what you mean by proper?

Pop the boat off the trailer and the trailer should be setup more like this:

JBT900G | Galvanized Trailer for 12' Jon Boat - Com-Fab Trailers

JBT900G | Galvanized Trailer for 12' Jon Boat General Optional Side Swivel Tongue Jack Available Carpeted 2″ x 4″ x 6'...

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Couple 3/4 long bunks supporting the transom forward, large flat bunk in front to get the bow off the trailer frame, then upgright for the winch and bow stop.

Guessing the current setup was cobbled together to make a "package".

 

[NissanOutboard]

10-4 fellas.

Makes sense to me. Time to get to that bad boy off the trailer and get to work.

Thanks

 

[NissanOutboard]

Any recommendations on how to get her off the trailer? Hahaha haven’t thought much about that until now

 

[briangcc]

Tongue down on the ground. That raises the stern up so you can add blocks under the transom. Once blocked, raise the tongue up and support the bow from underneath with blocking.

Slowly pull trailer out. Stop and adjust blocking as necessary to allow trailer to be pulled out.

Some have used old tires as blocking. Given size/weight of your boat you could get away with this. Or cinder blocks topped with a 2x6 to avoid scratching up the hull.

 

[Scott Danforth]

Get 5 buddies and bribe them with pizza and beer

 

[JimS123]

Sorry to be blunt, but that is the worst setup I have ever seen. Looks like some guy had a boat and a trailer and just literally threw them together to get it sold. The boat and trailer don't belong together. Plus, the boat looks like it's in very poor condition and the trailer has parts missing.

You need to read a book on trailer boats. If you are looking for something that doesn't "break the bank", you are in the wrong place. Boats are expensive and going cheap never works right.

Go to a marina and have them fix it. Go with a checkbook.

 

[04fxdwgi25]

Most obvious, it would appear the trailer is too short for that john boat. 5 - 10% of the weight should rest on the trailer connector / trailer hitch. If the boat is set on the trailer so it all fits, your tongue weight will be too light and will cause a dangerous towing situation.

I guess you could add a swing away tongue to the mix and that would lengthen the trailer some and move the boat forward after the bunks are corrected.

 

[NissanOutboard]

Sorry to be blunt, but that is the worst setup I have ever seen. Looks like some guy had a boat and a trailer and just literally threw them together to get it sold. The boat and trailer don't belong together. Plus, the boat looks like it's in very poor condition and the trailer has parts missing.

You need to read a book on trailer boats. If you are looking for something that doesn't "break the bank", you are in the wrong place. Boats are expensive and going cheap never works right.

Go to a marina and have them fix it. Go with a checkbook.

I hear you loud and clear. You got to remember when you were broke in your mid twenties and wanted to get on the water. I’ll fix the trailer and boat. Thanks for your feedback

 

[JimS123]

I hear you loud and clear. You got to remember when you were broke in your mid twenties and wanted to get on the water. I’ll fix the trailer and boat. Thanks for your feedback

In my case I was broke and 19. The first thing I did was go to the Library and read every book I could find about boats and how to be a trailer boater. It's funny, the things I learned are still appropriate today.

For $165 for some screws, glue and wood I BUILT a boat. A year later I got a trailer kit and built that too. Initially I used an old 10HP OB that had been my Grandpa's. A couple of years later I bought a "real" motor. Then a windshield, some canvas, yada, yada. The pic was taken 5 years after the keel was laid.

After you get some library books (a lot of U-tube videos give wrong info) take a boater's safety class. Knowledge is the key to everything.

Building things may not be for everybody. Taking time and saving money and doing things right is always the best way.

 

[NissanOutboard]

I hear ya. The worlds changed a lot since you spent your $165. I’ll keep repairing and fixing the set up I have now.

Any tips to solve “the worst setup you’ve ever seen” would be appreciated. I’m here to learn.

 

[dwco5051]

I hear ya. The worlds changed a lot since you spent your $165. I’ll keep repairing and fixing the set up I have now.

Any tips to solve “the worst setup you’ve ever seen” would be appreciated. I’m here to learn.

Having been young and broke and now old and thrifty (cheap according to my wife) I feel your pain. That boat trailer was obviously not set up for that boat. Google "proper set up for boat trailer bunks" and you will find a lot of info on setups. It may be possible to use the existing trailer with modifications. It may not be ideal but still serviceable. Before investing too much in the trailer I would spend some time going over the hull and motor for condition of each. Good Luck

 

[NissanOutboard]

Having been young and broke and now old and thrifty (cheap according to my wife) I feel your pain. That boat trailer was obviously not set up for that boat. Google "proper set up for boat trailer bunks" and you will find a lot of info on setups. It may be possible to use the existing trailer with modifications. It may not be ideal but still serviceable. Before investing too much in the trailer I would spend some time going over the hull and motor for condition of each. Good Luck

Thanks for the response -- motor is in great shape. Hull doesn't have any leaks or cracks to worry about. I am in the process of repainting and am going to pull the boat off the trailer asap. Anything else I should be on the lookout for with that hull? I know it ain't great but it's what I got.

 

[airshot]

Basically, you need to get some bunk brackets to attach to your trailer, the bunks (2x4 or 2x6) will attach to the brackets to support your boat hull up off the trailer frame. Carpet the bunks so they dont tear up your boat hull. Boat needs to be supported along its length so the hull isn't damaged going down the road, going over bumps. Wheel bearings need serviced, winch needs serviced, and a proper bow stop. Make sure the transom is strong and solid orbyou can loose your motor off the back...Ihave saw that hapoen on a few ocassions

 

[flashback]

Build 3 saw horses, one for the motor and the other 2 to put the boat on so you can work on it and the trailer... Post a picture of the trailer alone..