Empty Trailer.

[Pony]

Next weekend I will be trailering an empty boat trailer roughly 300 miles one way......the way back will have an attached boat<br /><br />I have heard that weight should be added to reduce bouncing. Is this true??? what is a good way to do this, if I need too?<br /><br />I was thinking 2x4's acoss the bunks.....but I really dont know.....<br /><br />Heres a pic of the trailer for reference.<br />

 

[tashasdaddy]

Re: Empty Trailer.

i would hook it up and take it on a trail run and couple of mile dwon the highway. you need to do that anyway since you put new bearing in.

 

[Pony]

Re: Empty Trailer.

Ive tested it for about 8miles.........bounces around some, but not really sure how much is acceptable.<br /><br />Plus its 300 miles........<br /><br />If it matters the temp will be 10-20F, snowy.

 

[tommays]

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i run around with my utilty trailer empty all the time i cant see it being a problem unless you drive really FAST<br /><br />tommays

 

[Silvertip]

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Hook it up and go. No need to add weight. Just keep speed reasonable and watch out for the real deep pot holes.

 

[tashasdaddy]

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imho i think the stops are the worst problem. it will follow, but being so lite, in a sudden stop you might be looking the the trailer tail lights.

 

[Pony]

Re: Empty Trailer.

Originally posted by tashasdaddy:<br /> imho i think the stops are the worst problem. it will follow, but being so lite, in a sudden stop you might be looking the the trailer tail lights.

I did notice stopping was a little different.......can't really describe the difference, just i could "feel" the trailer differently if that makes any sense lol. I braked a few times pretty hard and the trailer seemed to handle fine......how that will relate to a freeway brake slam if need be is unknown.<br /><br /><br />Idk, one benefit is i do have that plank running the length of the trailer and those guide ons adding weight...........hopefully that is enough. i dont want to hassle with adding weight. Keep the advice coming guys.....seems like I will be fine. I trust your opinions

 

[roscoe]

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Everything will be fine the way it is, no need to add weight.<br /><br />Keep tires fully inflated.<br /><br />If tires are underinflated, trailer will bounce more.<br /><br />You getting a new boat?

 

[woosterken]

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just check the hitch lock and maybe use those threded carabeaner links on the safty chains.or but it up on the back of your truck.<br />ken

 

[Bondo]

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Hook Up to it,+ Go,........ Don't Look Back,....... It'll Still be there when you Arrive........<br /><br />I Promise..........

 

[Pony]

Re: Empty Trailer.

Originally posted by roscoe:<br /><br /><br />You getting a new boat?