On an even keel

[SenecaDaze]

This cradle and boat are to be loaded on a dual axle flatbed..
Should bottom of keel rest on forward axle? So there is more tongue weight..wish I could balance it on keel like a tub toy and see which way it balances out. I suppose maybe a heavy duty come along would fix unbalanced load.boat is an Ericson 25+ 5,000 lbs 2,000 in keel

 

[woodster]

the weight should be in the keel area the other points of contact are to steady the boat in the upright position ....get long nylon ratchet straps and secure it firm in the stands and to the trailer bed try to favor the front axle with the weight if you can ...drive very deliberate and cautious and don't get in a hurry ....watch your overhead clearance ...and if when traveling some thing seems to be wrong pull over and check it out .......if you have holes in the framework of that cradle fasten it down to the trailer bed with bolts or lag screws 5/16 or 3/8 min........