I am looking to purchase a C22 with swing keel. I live in Long Island where I would have it on mooring or boat slip. For winter months I want to bring it down to Florida. Any recommendations for trailer? Also the Bronco Sport is kinda wimpy ( wish I kept my F150) would that be a problem?
C22 using Bronco sport NY to Florida?
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The Bronco tow capacity is rated between 2000 and 2200 lbs. The C22 displacement is 2250... add the trailer weight and outboard etc. and....... no! I would not take a 20 hour road trip towing that boat with a Bronco.
Ok if I had a vehicle with a heavier tow capacity what about the trailer? Concerns? Modifications?
What about the trailer?
We don't know anything about the one you have. Breaks are nice to have but not a deal breaker on a 22'. Make sure the tires are in good shape and not too old (its not all about tread). If your side walls show any cracks at all.... you tire is dry rot.
Make sure the bearings are freshly packed/greased. Have a good spare, some chocks, properly sized tire iron and a good jack. I also keep a set of spare bearings in my tool kit. Make sure the lights work. I'd also make sure you have yellow running lights along the sides of your trailer... especially if you are going to drive at night. Test drive it and make sure you have enough weight on the trailer tonge to keep it from swaying.
I'd say you'd be better off with a second boat rather than making that trip twice a year.