Trailer lift???

[fishmaycraft]

I recently installed a bent style transom saver from cabelas on my trailer, (bolt on, I have no rear roller). My problem, the bracket hangs down below the rear cross member pretty low. The trailer didn't have much clearance back there to start with, it is a loadrite with a 19ft maycraft on it. Should I try and figure out how to lift the trailer or something else? I'm afraid if it hits the ground it will slam the outboard up and create problems. How would I lift it if I decide to go that route? Any other ideas???<br />Thanks

 

[roscoe]

Re: Trailer lift???

You can easily put a lift kit under your trailer. Can be picked up at any auto supply store. They are usually used on trucks but see no reason they wouldn't work in a trailer. <br /><br />You could also look into a taller tiree for your trailer.<br /><br />Either way, if you raise the trailer, you may end up having difficulty launching in shallow boat ramps.

 

[Lark40]

Re: Trailer lift???

Doesn't sound right. The trailer should have decent ground clearance. <br /><br />You may have a problem with the springs or undersized wheel and tire.

 

[fishmaycraft]

Re: Trailer lift???

I crawled under there last night and realized the rear cross member height is adjustable. I just have to get the boat off the trailer and undo a few bolts to slide it up some. My only worry is sliding it up too much and hitting it with the front of the boat while loading. I guess I'll give it a try though.

 

[ob1jeeper]

Re: Trailer lift???

Since the bracket is a "bolt on", whay can't you modify it to fit higher on the C/mber?<br /><br />By-the-By... Lifting the trailer will do WAY more than make it difficult to launch the boat, it also changes the towing and braking dynamics, because of a higher CG... DEFINATELY NOT a desireable approach.<br /><br />If you can send some pic's of your particular situation, perhaps, I may be able to offer some more specific suggestions...<br /><br />GOOD LUCK Obiwan Jeeper