Trailer Bunk Position

[delta1]

1993 Capri 1850 LX
??Escort Trailer w/surge brakes???

I have a question regarding the proper placement of the bunks relative to the hull. Could some one post a pic of the correct placement? Currently mine contact the hull in different places, both fore and aft. Where exactly are the stringers located? Also, would it hurt to replace the 2x4 bunks with ones made from 2x6's?

As always, thanks for your input.

Paul

 

[gcboat]

Re: Trailer Bunk Position

Most trailer bunks are placed as wide as possible on the boat so it won't tip over when going around a corner ( the boat ). Too close together and your center of gravity gets all screwed up. They should be under the outermost chine - . Kinda' confused about your statement saying that they are located in different places fore and aft. Need to post a Kodak moment here. The height is also on the 'iffy' side - you want that boat as close to the trailer as possible.
I know that the boat will be strapped down but it still makes no sense to have those straps endure any more load bearing than necessary.

 

[delta1]

Re: Trailer Bunk Position

Thanks for getting back with me. I have attached some pics of the bunks. At some places the bunks are into the radius of the flat part of the hull ( sorry newbie here). And some of the places are far away from the radius resting on the angled part (deadrise?)

Thanks,

Paul

 

[Nova II 260]

Re: Trailer Bunk Position

Here is what works for my boat.
You want the boat to ride as low on the trailer as possible. Easier launching, loading and towing.
You should have your main bunks extended past your transom to support it.
Your front bunks should form a horizontal and verticle "V" matching your keel.
Front bunks: (hard to explain) but the front should be higher then the rear encasing the keel. This will help center your boat.

My main bunks are verticle mounts, but yours should be about in the same place next to the outer chine.
Once I got the boat loaded on the bunks and the Bowstop positioned for lenght, I moved the front bunks in position to match the keel.

 

[gcboat]

Re: Trailer Bunk Position

I gotcha' now. From looking at the pics the two rear bunks look fine, stbd side a bit off but no problem. The two fwd. bunks do look a little odd but I think if they work I wouldn't mess with them. From your original post I was thinking of a vertical bunk height, yours are obviously not. So no problem going with a 2 X 6. Would probably be better for weight distribution anyway.
Hope that helped you some - sorry I couldn't be more specific but in my opinion I think you'll be fine. They can be moved and modified so the question is - do you want to? Hopefully someone will come along and maybe steer you in a better direction.

 

[delta1]

Re: Trailer Bunk Position

Thanks for the replies. Being new to boating I value you experienced guys opinions very much.
I guess I'll plan on going to 2x6's at the end of the season. I know the boat is 14 years old, but I would like to get another 14 out of her. So, any little improvements may help to extend the life of the boat.

Paul