New trailer for old boat (?)

[jamessloan]

I have a 1994 Larson 17SEI that has never had a trailer. I find myself in need of one now and I'm not sure how to determine if a particular trailer will work with this boat.<br /><br />Are there some guidelines posted somewhere or some good rules of thumb?<br /><br />I'm hoping to find a decent used aluminum trailer and need a little guidance. Thanks in advance.<br /> <br />James

 

[roscoe]

Re: New trailer for old boat (?)

Decent used trailers are hard to find.<br />Aluminum is even harder to find.<br />And to fit a specific boat is harder yet.<br /><br />Sellers know this, and price their used trailers accordingly.<br /><br />Your best bet and value will be to find a new one. Spend the extra $400 and get one that is decent.<br /><br />You need to know the total weight of the boat, motor, gas and gear, as well as the width, to buy the appropriate trailer. According to NADA, your boat weighs in at 1487# plus gas, oil, and gear, so maybe 1900 total. It is 90" wide.<br /><br />You can get a nice 2400# capacity , single axle trailer, without spending too much. If you want brakes, I believe Georgia requires brakes on trailers over 2500#, you can get a trailer with brakes for about $500-$600 more.<br /><br />You should be able to get a new galvanized bunk trailer for $1200.<br /><br />Aluminum , $1600.<br />Here is some trailer sizing info, and a price list.<br /> http://www.championtrailers.com/trlrnet.htm

 

[jimmbo]

Re: New trailer for old boat (?)

EZLoaders are easy to adjust to support many boats<br /><br /> http://www.ezloader.com/

 

[salty87]

Re: New trailer for old boat (?)

a gave up trying to find an old trailer to match my old boat. a local trailer manufacturer (magnum) had the original specs on file abd built one to suit. it fits real good.