I want some opinions on this. I read once that when storing a trailer (with a boat on it) for a long period of time to put the trailer on jack stands or similar to take the weight off the tires. The theory is the tires would become slightly deformed ( out of round) from sitting in the same postion for extended periods of time. Causing the tires to wear out or blow out prematurely. I live in Minnesota and the boat is stored about 5 months a year. A couple of extra minutes to jack up the trailer before putting it away sounds better than a blow out or replacing tires. <br /><br />I have an 18 ft boat that weighs about 2500 pounds an sits on a single axle trailer.
I prefer to jack on stands take both wheels off. Will also place tongue on stand to avoid stress on front jack. Removing wheels and storing inside, helps to prevent theft as well as preserves the tires from flattening and more importantly UV damage. Also a good idea to repack berrings before winter, as ice water will crack hubs. Also, remove plug and raise bow higher than stern to ensure water drains from hull.