2013-09-14; 06:47:58 EDT
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Trailer configurations, like a boats, are personal decisions based on each individuals needs. I have a single axle trailer and prefer it for several reasons. I have found from experience that a single axle trailer turns better when you are backing up. Replacing four tires is expensive. I would definitely get a galvanized trailer with surge brakes. With the brakes I would get the optional brake rinsing kit which allows fresh water to clean the salt water off the brake components. Most people go for the dual axle for safety reasons. I have found that a flat tire at highway speeds is a real treat whether you have dual axles or just a single. Keep the tires full of air and check them at every stop and you should not have problems. I always feel the tires for heat and check the rims as well. A dragging brake will heat a rim up quickly. Rummy In a message dated 9/13/2013 10:20:27 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, ccowie at cowieassociates.com writes: I have had myrhodes 22 for five seasons in a water slip and on the hard during the off season. I live in the city and have no opportunity for trailer storage however I am considering storing my boat this winter on a trailer and in a friends barn during the off season. A trailer would also offer me the opportunity to travel to michgan and otehr lcoations including long island in the next few seasons. What advice do owners have regarding trailers? Sounds like triad is the prefered option including General Boats customization. Dual axel or single? New or used? What is the cost? trailering versus sliip seems like a whole new world to enter. -- View this message in context: http://rhodes-22.1065344.n5.nabble.com/trailer-tp46776.html Sent from the Rhodes 22 mailing list archive at Nabble.com.See the original archive post