Thanks to all who responded to my earlier questions about rebuilding a Ken's trailer for my H23. For all those considering such an undertaking, here is an overview of the projet. 1. Frame was still good. Everything else was replaced, including every bolt. 2. Axle was shot so had galvanized drop axle fabricated. It lowers the boat about four inches. (I had to raise the fenders to compensate for the 4" drop) 3. Replaced original springs. 4. Replaced old surge brakes with new one, including new actuator and lines. 5. Rewired trailer lights. 6. Bought new 15" radial trailer tires and rims. 7. Moved winch post on trailer as far forward as possible (approx 5.5"). After loading the boat I had approx. 240 of tounge weight. 8. Built steel/PVC goal posts to guide boat onto trailer 9. Built bipod to help raise and lower mast. (NOTE: in my haste and stupidity I didn't use it and ripped the mast base off when a gust of wind caught the mast and twisted it) 10. Am also building a gin pole to help with mast raising/lowering. 11. The original 2-speed winch was in like-new condition. I replaced the original cable with a new strap...works great Summary: I never launched, loaded or trailered the boat with the standard trailer configuration so I don't have any direct comparison. All I can say is that the project was a total success. The boat trailers extremely well, even at 65 - 70 mph. I usually trailer at about 60 mph but sometimes the speed sneaks up on you. The boat loads very well although it took a few tries to figure out how to get it to stay forward on the trailer once it's pulled out of the water (this was the first time I had ever loaded the boat on its trailer). The surge brakes (drums) work very well. My last boat trailer didn't have brakes...what a difference. I think anyone with a basic automotive knowledge can complete this project with no problem. My bigest difficulty was getting parts. Of course I live in the "boonies" of South Carolina which probably added to the problem. The project took a couple of weeks (part time) to finish with a total cost of about $1,200. Most of the rebuild ideas came from the posts on this site, so thanks to everyone who contributed. If anyone else is considering a trailer rebuild I would be more than happy to pass on what I have learned.