Re: How much can my trailer support?
You should be just fine with that 15' boat, if it just weighs 500 lb. with motor. The two tires are either rated for about 500 lb per tire or 760 lb per tire, depending on the class of tire. <br /><br />Either way, a 500 lb. boat and motor combo will do just fine on that trailer, as long as it's long enough for the boat.<br /><br />One thing you'll want to do, first off, though, is to check the tires and the bearings before towing it anywhere. If it's been sitting for long, you'll want to pack the bearings. It's entirely possible that they'll need replacing (both tires and bearings.) Any cracking in the tires' sidewalls indicates a need for replacement.<br /><br />I bought an old trailer like that. First thing I did was buy new hubs, bearings, wheels, and tires. Cost less than $125 for all of them. Good investment.
