converting trailer

[poolshark38759]

i am looking at converting a trailer.... the trailer will be used for hauling boat or hauling for-wheeler/lawn mower... either a boat trailer converted for hauling the atv/lawn mower...OR... a regular trailer set-up to haul boat...the boat is just a jon-boat with no motor that is pretty lite so i will be able to load/unload pretty easy... the boat trailer i thinking of using is a tilt trailer with 4.80x8 tired but considering changing to bigger tires....<br /><br />any ideas, concerns or woes about this dual purpose trailer?!?!?!?

 

[ndemge]

Re: converting trailer

Sounds like a good plan. <br /><br />Maybe a flatbed trailer, with removable bunks. (if you want them) .. and put 4 Tie downs on the bed of the trailer to strap the boat down.<br /><br />Could just put some marine trailer lights on, buddy bearings and dunk the thing.<br /><br />...just my opinion.

 

[70johnson]

Re: converting trailer

I would put bigger wheels/ tires on it. At least 12" wheels with 5.30X12 tires. Better payload and turn slower on the highway

 

[roscoe]

Re: converting trailer

I did something similar a few years ago. I had bought a 4x8 flatbed with an extra long tongue (8'), inframe lights so they don't get smashed when you tilt, 1500# capacity so I could haul my 1000# motorcycle if needed, and it has stake pockets on the perimeter. <br /><br />Used trailer for hauling canoes, extending over the front so as not to smash them in driveways. Hauled some bikes a few times. Appliances, lawn tractor, etc.<br /><br />Now it is set up to drop 2 boards, anchored into the pockets with rollers attached for a 12' aluminum. No winch, transom straps to pockets, bow straps to tongue. Very simple.<br /><br />Yes to the 12" wheels. Keep the tilt functional.<br />I would strip all the rollers and put a deck on it. Then add a removable roller set up and weld on a few tie down hooks.

 

[poolshark38759]

Re: converting trailer

the trailer is just a bunk trailer so there is no for rollers...there is one on the back but it is centered outside of frame....<br /><br />as to the floor...<br />i was thinking of using 2x4's or 2x6's slats in floor or wood expanded metal be better???

 

[wezie]

Re: converting trailer

If possible, check the trailer load rating. It is easy to overload a trailer when using it as a utility trailer. Same small boat trailers have only a 300 to 400 lb load rating.<br />Tires count, but the axle and frame are a factor.