trailer

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    Significant hull deflection indented near bunks - Hunter 26

    I am looking at purchasing a 1995 hunter 26. Upon inspection I see two sizeable indents in the hull close to the supports of the bunks on the trailer. Its hard to capture in the photos but I believe it’s about 2 or 3 inches indented. These indents don’t appear on the other side of the boat...
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    Can anyone help identify the make/ model of this 27’ cutter sailboat?

    Hello sailing gurus, I have the opportunity to bid on this estate sale, auction sailboat in a couple weeks. It’s located two hours away and they do have a preview date coming up, but I just want to see if I can get the make / model and approximate year information from anybody else here who...
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    Proper way to attach spare tire as working tongue wheel

    Hi all. I'm brand new here, so please excuse me if this has been posted elsewhere. I just joined a club with my Catalina 16.5k (fixed keel). I'll probable have to cable launch it from the trailer with a 30 foot strap. I've read that I need to mount my spare tire on the tongue in a working manner...
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    How well does a C-270 trailer?

    Hey friends! I wanted to know how folks are trailering their Catlina 270's? I read a forum back in 2018 and thought I'd ask again. Seems like stepping the mast is a much more of a process and unless you have the wing keel you may be using a hoist to come on and of the trailer. If anyone out...
  5. Alan Explains Work Done to Restore the Catalina Trailer Wheels and Brake System

    Alan Explains Work Done to Restore the Catalina Trailer Wheels and Brake System

    Alan Explains Work Done to Restore the Catalina Trailer Wheels and Brake System
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    Catalina 25 trailer help.

    Hello everyone. I purchased a Catalina 25, the boat is near flawless but the trailer is complete garbage. The metal brackets holding the rollers have rotted beyond repair. Having a bit of experience welding I am planning on rebuilding it. I am thinking of instead of trying to rebuild the rollers...
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    Trailer Catalina Capri 22 (wing keel version) - to buy or rent

    I'm looking for a used trailer for a Capri 22 wing keel version. I'm located in Ontario Canada, need a trailer to move my boat from Ottawa to Toronto. My boat is currently on a trailer, but this has been mainly used for storing the boat in winter. Attaching some pictures to get your opinion on...
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    Trailer for rent? MN or WI?

    Hi! I’m buying a Catalina 30 in Michigan, and I need to transport it back to Bayfield. I own a truck that is up to the task, so thought I’d check if anyone here has a trailer they’d rent to me... or suggestions about where I could find one to rent. Thanks in advance for any tips.
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    Looking for Boat Trailer

    Looking a used boat trailer for a 25’ O’Day. Fin keel. I’m located in Michigan. Willing to drive to a certain extent
  10. jbrock

    Trailer tires

    The trailer tires on my M25 look to be dry-rotted. I assume I need to replace them. Is there a good place to get trailer tires online? What size tires do I need? I can’t make out the letters on the tires. Thanks.
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    Winter Haul out options, considering buying a trailer

    Hi I am a new Catalina 25 (1983 fixed keel traditional interior) owner this year in New England and as the end of the end of the season is coming up quickly I am looking into options for the winter. As far as looking into a trailer: Would anyone have recommendations as to a trailer builder? Or...
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    San Juan Hull on Trailer

    Hello All- Came across this San Juan which seemed to be a pretty sweet deal until I saw the hull. Since it's been put on rollers on a trailer so much it had left pretty substantial indentations. I know fiberglass has some "memory" to it, but these seem pretty severe to me. Will these bounce...
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    Will a Catalina 25 fit on a Columbia 26 mk 2 trailer?

    I have a Catalina 25 I need to transport across states. It is currently on its cradle. I acquired a trailer that use to have a Columbia 26 mk 2 trailer. The guy used it to tow his boat from California to Kentucky, and trailer launch. It is very solid trailer with tandem 5000 pound axles and...
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    Need h27 trailer/cradle dimensions

    Recently aquired 1979 Hunter cherubini 27, need to remove it from the water and transport to my house. I need dimensions for the supports and keel tray from either existing cradleor trailer. Any information or links to other threads that may contain pertinent information is appreciated. T.i.a.
  15. ObliquePlanet

    Crossroads - Trailer, Keep, and Relocate or Sell

    Hey friends. I'm at a bit of a crossroads. I'd like to do some coastal cruising, make a trip to the Bahamas, and spend some time living aboard and adding a +1 at some point. I have a Hunter Cherubini 25 with 8hp outboard in a TX lake slip. Most of what I hear is that an inboard diesel is...
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    Towing Mac26x California to Texas

    I'm buying a Macgregor 26x and want to do alot of cross country travelling with it. I'd appreciate any advice on any of the following topics: 1.Is the standard stock trailer up to towing thousands of miles? What should I examine to make sure the trailer that comes with the boat is in good...
  17. jamieFL

    My Trailer sailer Trailer

    I picked up my trailer today. It is only partially complete, but I wanted to post a few pix to show it off. After the holidays, when the boat is on the trailer, they are adding a custom bowstop, keel funnel, and extended hitch arm. This trailer was custom built for my Watkins 25 Seawolf by...
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    Catalina 22 Trailer Conversion

    I just bought a 1982 model Catalina 22 swing keel in what appears to be good condition from a legacy member at our sail club. The boat comes with lots of stories about repairs done over the years, and of the beloved previous owner who sailed the boat for most of that time. However, it does not...
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    Type of Tires for trailer? For hauling 1985 Hunter 23 .

    What size? Fender on trailer above tire. One tire is a C 75-15 tubeless, the other is tire is different: 215/65R15 955 Formula -GT BRAND. Both are rotted from sitting 5 years . Need to move and want to buy new tires with the rims attached to be.sure its safe. And where i can buy these...
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    Trailer for O'Day 222

    I am going to need a trailer to move my 222 from 1 body of water to another. I don't have my own trailer. I can rent one and was told the bunker height is 12 to 14 inches and the centerboard retracted must clear it. Can anyone tell me what the height from hull to keel (retracted board) is? Don't...