Anyone change their trailer axle, leaf spring, hub, and fender? If so, any ideas on the best route and cost effective.
1992 Macgregor 26S Factory Trailer
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My previous boat was a Mac 26S, replaced with a Mac 26X. Ive changed wheel bearings in both trailers with no problems. But Mac Trailers easily deteriorate unless RUST PROOFED. I would look at a Trailer out let for the best suggestions, including possibly the Tractor Supply Co., (TSC, Inc). Happy Sailing !
My previous boat was a Mac 26S, replaced with a Mac 26X. Ive changed wheel bearings in both trailers with no problems. But Mac Trailers easily deteriorate unless RUST PROOFED. I would look at a Trailer out let for the best suggestions, including possibly the Tractor Supply Co., (TSC, Inc). Happy Sailing !
Trailerite
I took my 1985 mac trailer to the guys that made it, and they don't make or work on the old kind anymore.
I took my 1985 mac trailer to the guys that made it, and they don't make or work on the old kind anymore.
Moved axle back
I moved the axle back about 8-10 inches, (can't remember which) moved fenders redrilled, but them on the wrong sides, removed put them on the right side. Trailers a lot better, very heavy tounge though. 200-220 I'd guess.
I moved the axle back about 8-10 inches, (can't remember which) moved fenders redrilled, but them on the wrong sides, removed put them on the right side. Trailers a lot better, very heavy tounge though. 200-220 I'd guess.
Tongue weight
ALL trailers should have 10 to 12% of thier cargo weight represented by the tongue weight. This prevents tailwagging of the tow vehicle and the trailer, plus puts less wear and tear on tires and bearings. Therefore, if an empty M26X weighs in around 2500 lbs, then the tongue weight should be 250 to 300 lbs. Too little tongue weight is the most common problem associated with trailer accidents and is easily prevented.
ALL trailers should have 10 to 12% of thier cargo weight represented by the tongue weight. This prevents tailwagging of the tow vehicle and the trailer, plus puts less wear and tear on tires and bearings. Therefore, if an empty M26X weighs in around 2500 lbs, then the tongue weight should be 250 to 300 lbs. Too little tongue weight is the most common problem associated with trailer accidents and is easily prevented.
Stock trailer
With my stock trailer it was impossible to get it to get enough tounge weight. I'd take the engine off, put everything forward I could and it would still be too lite.
With my stock trailer it was impossible to get it to get enough tounge weight. I'd take the engine off, put everything forward I could and it would still be too lite.
Where can I find a good trailer
I am shopping for a 26D or 26S. The trailers I've seen so far look way too short to provide proper support for the hull. Do these boats deform over time due to the lack of proper support ? What's the best trailer for these boats ? Got a picture ?
I am shopping for a 26D or 26S. The trailers I've seen so far look way too short to provide proper support for the hull. Do these boats deform over time due to the lack of proper support ? What's the best trailer for these boats ? Got a picture ?
26S Replacement Trailer
Ever since I got my 91' 26S in May 2005, I have not felt comfortable with the OEM trailer. It needed work, I added some new parts etc. to make it a little better, but I can't see putting much more money into it. I don't think it provides the support needed. I read a few posts about hulls getting deformed after being on the OEM trailer. My trailer doesn't have brakes, which I sure would like to have. I saw a post on trailersailor.com, from Jim C. Mac 26D Next Adventure. He is one who said his hull was getting deformed on the OEM trailer. He went to a much longer dual axle trailer. It has four vee bunks, to provide additional support. He said since it's been on the new trailer, he's not had any more trouble with the hull getting indented, it returned to normal. To see one of his posts with a pic of his trailer, go here : http://bbs.trailersailor.com/forums/macgregor/index.cgi?read=27823,jim I decided to follow his lead. So I found a dual axle galvanized trailer for $890. I'm in the process of modifying it, to have four vee bunks. Two of them will be in almost the same position on the hull as the OEM trailer had, and two more vee bunks will be added for more support. The dual axles will also give me more peace of mind. This trailer has brakes my OEM trailer does not. Another benefit is that the tail lights will be far back at the transom of the boat, providing additional safety. Here's a couple pic's of my trailer before I removed the bunks, getting ready to install the four new vee bunks. <img src="http://images.kodakgallery.com/photos1399/9/34/37/74/67/0/67743734907_0_ALB.jpg"> <img src="http://images.kodakgallery.com/photos1399/9/34/37/74/69/0/69743734907_0_ALB.jpg">
Ever since I got my 91' 26S in May 2005, I have not felt comfortable with the OEM trailer. It needed work, I added some new parts etc. to make it a little better, but I can't see putting much more money into it. I don't think it provides the support needed. I read a few posts about hulls getting deformed after being on the OEM trailer. My trailer doesn't have brakes, which I sure would like to have. I saw a post on trailersailor.com, from Jim C. Mac 26D Next Adventure. He is one who said his hull was getting deformed on the OEM trailer. He went to a much longer dual axle trailer. It has four vee bunks, to provide additional support. He said since it's been on the new trailer, he's not had any more trouble with the hull getting indented, it returned to normal. To see one of his posts with a pic of his trailer, go here : http://bbs.trailersailor.com/forums/macgregor/index.cgi?read=27823,jim I decided to follow his lead. So I found a dual axle galvanized trailer for $890. I'm in the process of modifying it, to have four vee bunks. Two of them will be in almost the same position on the hull as the OEM trailer had, and two more vee bunks will be added for more support. The dual axles will also give me more peace of mind. This trailer has brakes my OEM trailer does not. Another benefit is that the tail lights will be far back at the transom of the boat, providing additional safety. Here's a couple pic's of my trailer before I removed the bunks, getting ready to install the four new vee bunks. <img src="http://images.kodakgallery.com/photos1399/9/34/37/74/67/0/67743734907_0_ALB.jpg"> <img src="http://images.kodakgallery.com/photos1399/9/34/37/74/69/0/69743734907_0_ALB.jpg">
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