fishnguy Posted March 13, 2016 Report Share Posted March 13, 2016 Since this forum is always a wealth of knowledge, I figured I'd ask here before I begin my search. I'm looking for a new trailer for my 17 foot Sylvan. Are there any brands that forum members have had bad experiences with and would avoid? Many thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mister G Posted March 13, 2016 Report Share Posted March 13, 2016 A galvanized OR a Tundra (a Line X type of coating) coated trailer is a good idea here in our weather.. Bunks are usually a better choice to support your boat's hull........rollers have the tendency to punch the hull where they are, especially if you travel over bad roads. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roy Posted March 13, 2016 Report Share Posted March 13, 2016 I think they're all pretty good.....a lot are made by the same people. The important thing in my opinion is how the boat sits on the trailer whether it be roller or bunk supports. You'll pay a little more for a galvanized trailer but they're worth it in the long run. I also prefer a belt on the winch rather than a steel cable. One or more of the steel strands on the cable will eventually fray and break and you'll end up stabbing yourself with it every time you handle the cable. If you're short on storage for the trailer, you might want to look at swing away tongues. Another useful option is the spring loaded transom tie downs (stainless steel). Good luck in your search. Let us know hat you get. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishnguy Posted March 13, 2016 Author Report Share Posted March 13, 2016 Thanks G and Roy. Appreciate that. Will update. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
glen Posted March 13, 2016 Report Share Posted March 13, 2016 Check the thickness of the steel. I've seen some that are so thin they rust out quick. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Posted March 13, 2016 Report Share Posted March 13, 2016 TOO MANY cheap boat trailers out there.... If you want a good trailer, one that will last, can be used in the cold (ie, no plastic fenders), good strong box tubing, you will likely need to go custom. I have a 17' boat that I too am looking to replace the trailer.... I can pay as little as $1,400 for the trailer...but as soon as I start talking to the salesman/manufacturer, I'm quickly into a $3K trailer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishnguy Posted March 13, 2016 Author Report Share Posted March 13, 2016 @Glen- What thickness would you recommend. @Steve- Was there a brand you liked over the others? Also, I'm hoping for a trailer with oversized tires for some really rough launches in my area. My current trailer has very little clearance and gets hung up on rocks. Anyone had that problem, and is there one particular brand that has more clearance than others? Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terry Posted March 13, 2016 Report Share Posted March 13, 2016 (edited) the higher the trailer the more water you need to float the boat off the trailer Edited March 13, 2016 by Terry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
misfish Posted March 13, 2016 Report Share Posted March 13, 2016 the higher the trailer the more water you need to float it Trailers float,,,,,,,,,,,,,, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terry Posted March 13, 2016 Report Share Posted March 13, 2016 Trailers float,,,,,,,,,,,,,, one in every crowd lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mister G Posted March 13, 2016 Report Share Posted March 13, 2016 (edited) TOO MANY cheap boat trailers out there.... If you want a good trailer, one that will last, can be used in the cold (ie, no plastic fenders), good strong box tubing, you will likely need to go custom. I have a 17' boat that I too am looking to replace the trailer.... I can pay as little as $1,400 for the trailer...but as soon as I start talking to the salesman/manufacturer, I'm quickly into a $3K trailer. My trailer is a tube style trailer and it wasn't custom built. http://www.trailmastertrailers.com/trailmaster_models.php?brand=trailmaster_tube I have this Trailmaster Tube Premium Single Axle and it's Tundra coated. (scroll down to the second trailer picture) PC1824 18 2400 2995 205/75R14C Edited March 13, 2016 by Mister G Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davey buoy Posted March 13, 2016 Report Share Posted March 13, 2016 I have a 86 EZ loader. Built like a tank,square tube everywhere. It has brakes,single axle,but carries my 19' I/O with ease. Not sure what they are worth,but I am sure the new ones wouldn't be cheap. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mister G Posted March 13, 2016 Report Share Posted March 13, 2016 You might want to read this before diving head first into a E-Z Loader trailer.. http://www.bbcboards.net/showthread.php?t=686509 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davey buoy Posted March 13, 2016 Report Share Posted March 13, 2016 You might want to read this before diving head first into a E-Z Loader trailer.. http://www.bbcboards.net/showthread.php?t=686509 With the amount sold,there are always some issues with some, like anything else. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
irishfield Posted March 13, 2016 Report Share Posted March 13, 2016 Mine's a galvinized Shorelander.. zero issues since 2007 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fisherman Posted March 13, 2016 Report Share Posted March 13, 2016 I think they're all pretty good.....a lot are made by the same people. The important thing in my opinion is how the boat sits on the trailer whether it be roller or bunk supports. You'll pay a little more for a galvanized trailer but they're worth it in the long run. I also prefer a belt on the winch rather than a steel cable. One or more of the steel strands on the cable will eventually fray and break and you'll end up stabbing yourself with it every time you handle the cable. If you're short on storage for the trailer, you might want to look at swing away tongues. Another useful option is the spring loaded transom tie downs (stainless steel). Good luck in your search. Let us know hat you get. What Roy said, mines galvanized, 1996 and no rust. And the strap type winch doesn't stab you and make you say bad things when someones kids are watching you crank up the boat. It's an Remeq trailer, same ones Princecraft uses. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
captpierre Posted March 13, 2016 Report Share Posted March 13, 2016 Pretty sure my black Lund trailer is a Shorelander. Very heavy duty. I spray Rust Check in critical areas. Still looks like new. 2007 model. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishnguy Posted March 14, 2016 Author Report Share Posted March 14, 2016 thanks folks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roy Posted March 14, 2016 Report Share Posted March 14, 2016 What Roy said, mines galvanized, 1996 and no rust. And the strap type winch doesn't stab you and make you say bad things when someones kids are watching you crank up the boat. It's an Remeq trailer, same ones Princecraft uses. Mine's a Remeq/Princecraft as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Posted March 14, 2016 Report Share Posted March 14, 2016 My trailer is a tube style trailer and it wasn't custom built. http://www.trailmastertrailers.com/trailmaster_models.php?brand=trailmaster_tube I have this Trailmaster Tube Premium Single Axle and it's Tundra coated. (scroll down to the second trailer picture) PC1824 18 2400 2995 205/75R14C Looks like a good trailer. Meltrail Custom Trailers is who I was looking at to build me a trailer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sinker Posted March 14, 2016 Report Share Posted March 14, 2016 I have an ez loader that's been good since 93. I have put a new axle in it, but mostly because I wanted the peice of mind. Galvanized for sure. I would never buy a steel trailer again. S. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roe Bag Posted March 14, 2016 Report Share Posted March 14, 2016 Since this forum is always a wealth of knowledge, I figured I'd ask here before I begin my search. I'm looking for a new trailer for my 17 foot Sylvan. Are there any brands that forum members have had bad experiences with and would avoid? Many thanks! I'm on my second EZ loader. First one '99. Then I purchased a whole new package in 2012. Absolutely no issues with either. New outfit is much heavier. Tough for an old guy like me to winch it onto a bunk trailer. Initially I would back in deep. Wet the bunks then get situated. The wet bunks made things a little easier. After consulting my dealer, I purchased these: http://www.basspro.com/Bunk-Slick-Boat-Trailer-GlideOns/product/1111100500571/ Talk to a reputable dealer. He may recommend rollers over bunks based on the weight of your boat. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rizzo Posted March 14, 2016 Report Share Posted March 14, 2016 I currently have an easy loader. Noticed a bolt was loose when I first got it. Then one of the lights fell off going down the highway. Should have checked all the bolts I guess when I noticed the first one! Thought it was an isolated thing until I clicked on that link provided earlier...sounds like there have been others with issues as well Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davey buoy Posted March 14, 2016 Report Share Posted March 14, 2016 (edited) I currently have an easy loader. Noticed a bolt was loose when I first got it. Then one of the lights fell off going down the highway. Should have checked all the bolts I guess when I noticed the first one! Thought it was an isolated thing until I clicked on that link provided earlier...sounds like there have been others with issues as well What year sir?,every trailer over time will have developed some problems. We have a winch,hopefully a strong frame,one axle for the most part?. What I like is how it has deterred rust since 86 . Just some surface rust.Cleaned up and all is good. Mine has rollers for a 3500 plus boat. Bearings can be replaced . The frame is the most important part for lasting long.Everything else is replaceable .Good luck on your search. Too add,bolts will come loose,you need to check them out once and a while till they get a nice rust on them lol. Edited March 14, 2016 by davey buoy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sinker Posted March 14, 2016 Report Share Posted March 14, 2016 I check all my nuts and bolts every spring the first time I take the boat off the trailer. Once and a while you find a loose one. S. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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