I have just bought a 1974 DS II along with an EZ Loader trailer, and would like to store it outside for the winter. I am not as concerned about the weather as I am the effect of keeping a fiberglass hull on rollers for 6 months a year, thinking it might leave permanent dents or little wells in the hull. Does anyone have any experience in this, positive or negative? Thanks.
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roller trailer boat storage
My keel rollers support most of the weight ,the rest of the rollers just keep the boat steady. I have not seen any ill effects of storing on the trailer in 4 years.
My keel rollers support most of the weight ,the rest of the rollers just keep the boat steady. I have not seen any ill effects of storing on the trailer in 4 years.
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10 rollers
I have 8 tilt rollers a keel roller and bow roller so each holds about 60 pounds I figure; not a lot. I have not had any indents as a result. I tilt the trailer to drain any meltwater, use the mast in its supports (winch mast at the front, stirrup on a pole in the rear, and a 5 inch block on the tabernacle), as a ridgepole and tie a poly tarp down over it. I store the sails inside at home so the mice don't find a cozy nest, and wait patiently for spring. I have the same EZ loader trailer.
I have 8 tilt rollers a keel roller and bow roller so each holds about 60 pounds I figure; not a lot. I have not had any indents as a result. I tilt the trailer to drain any meltwater, use the mast in its supports (winch mast at the front, stirrup on a pole in the rear, and a 5 inch block on the tabernacle), as a ridgepole and tie a poly tarp down over it. I store the sails inside at home so the mice don't find a cozy nest, and wait patiently for spring. I have the same EZ loader trailer.
thanks
That's a great help, now I can go ahead I guess without too much concern. Appreciate the feedback.
That's a great help, now I can go ahead I guess without too much concern. Appreciate the feedback.
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