Re: Trailer issues
Question? Why use a peace of steal that is in a 90 degree angle? I understand that only one side will have holes that will hold it in place..
Could I use this instead?
Or should I look for a square tube some place?
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the idea is at the very end you cut a 45* angle on the last inch of the unused top side so its not out there to get in the way or pose a hazard. in effect making the very end like a flat bar but the arm itself is strong as all get out.
the two sides of the angle are what give it incredible strength and rigidity for the bow support as well as being cheap and easy to get at any hardware store.
the box style is ok too but we don't have that around here and where they do have it its kinda pricey in addition to not coming in galvanized. in my area everything needs salt water protection so its galvanized or go home when selecting materials to use.
if I were you I would remove the bow stop and just deal with your winch angle issue right now. flip the winch and rewind the strap as suggested then set it as even and level as you can but having a "little" down angle (1/8" to 3/16") is good IMO since it helps hold it down and secure but you don't want to go over 1/4" or that's too much even though it will still winch up the boat ok.
when you have the winch angle set up correctly then and only then do you want to look at making a proper bow stop for it.
im lazy so if I were you, instead of trying to make something, I would buy a taller bow post and start with that because it would eliminate a lot of your problems but if the winch is good with that post then you are just about done now and just need to make a support bracket for the bow stop.
