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Just bought a Everglades 211, weighs about 3100 with the motor. I trailer the boat and will be using the trailer all the time. Trying to decide on what will be easier to use a tandem or single axle trailer. I have already decided on rollers, because the ramps I use are steep.
Is there any difference on these trailers? Will one distribute the weight better on the hull. I have only had single axle trailers and I have never had a boat this big. If one will make it a easier ride, launch and storage on the hull, it would be of great help before I buy one. Thanks for your help.- Cooker
I think that is too big for a single. Remember to add ~7#/gal for gas, then batteries, anchors, etc etc and then you are definitely too big for a single. My boat weighs 3K with motor on paper, I never even thought of going with a single.
I went with a heavier dual axle , more weight carring ablity than I needed. Liked the idea of having 4 sets of wheels under my expensive new rig. Not a big difference in handeling. Think it may I cost me about $700.00 to upgrade weight and add axle.
Go with the tandem, and make sure you get torsion axles. The second axle adds a little more safety trust me you would not regret it if you ever loss a tire on the interstate the torsion axles compensate for the lost tire and it doesn't jerk nearly as much.
go for the double axle. Get brakes. Trust me, there's a difference.
#1. I lost a tire in the middle of Alligator Alley here in Florida. As the name implies, it isn't the most hospitable highway we have down here. I was able to limp in on the remaining three tires.
#2. I have towed with my brakes not working. The difference is incredible.
Go with tandem ,torsion , LED lights , and inquire about a saltwater pkg for trailer which usually consist of ss bolts throughout and ss brakes. I do however disagree with your choice of a roller trailer as some manufacturers will void the warranty on boat if you use and there seems to be alot more maint. down the road as well . I agree that a bunk trailer is ideal.
the only reason to get a single "heavy" axle trailer would be if you have a tight situation to park it. A single turns alot faster than a double. I am looking for just that reason! Jeff
Some of the bigger singles max out at 3600 carrying capacity. They will come with a 5200 or 6000 lb axle and 6 lug hubs. If you are only towing over short distances and need the manuverability of a single it may work. But if you are towing long distances, higher speeds and don't need the turning ability of the single, the tandem with brakes on both axles would be best.
As far as bunk or roller, the steeper the ramps are the easier it would be to use a bunk trailer because you can get it in deep enough. Rollers are good where the ramps are shallow and you can't get it in far enough to float it off with out putting the tow vehicle in the water. We have shallow ones and nearly all trailers around here are rollers. Keep em greased up and they are fine. I'd only go with a bunk if the boat manufacturer says no warrantee if you use a roller.
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I don't know the quality of your roads, but the dual axel will ride much more smoothley over any potholes. The single will drop into every one of them and beat the hell out of your boat and trailer.
Dual axle, I have a small boat with a single and a 20' CC with a dual axle. The dual with brakes actually rides better, and I think it is just as easy, if not easier, to back up. The single is nice on tight ramps with little space to straighten out.
If you fish tidal water or shallow ramps, stick with the rollers. If you fish lakes or other waters that don't vary much during the day and the ramps are steep, a bunk trailer is fine, but you will notice you have to back down a lot further than with rollers to launch. You can power on to a bunk trailer a lot easier though.
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I think it entirely depends on how much trailering you do...A-is a typical trip 10-15 mins to the ramp?...or B- an hour or two(or more) at interstate speeds?...C-do you take long road trips 1 or more times a year?...
A- single axle will do great...and this won't even require trailer brakes
B & C- tandem axle w/brakes required(or they would be for me)...and while we're settin' up yer new trailer:
-Kodiak Disc-Brakes on all 4 wheels
-Tie-Down 6600 Disc-brake-actuator (DON"T use TD's brakes ) ... you might need the larger 7000 model
-LED lights on tail and sides
-Torsion axles
-Goodyear Marathon Radials...I've read some here don't like 'em, but I'll never use anything else
Just bought a Everglades 211, weighs about 3100 with the motor. I trailer the boat and will be using the trailer all the time. Trying to decide on what will be easier to use a tandem or single axle trailer.
I would buy a tandem with torsion axles and disc brakes for the same reasons posted by others.
Federal law states that any trailer over 3000 # GVWR must have brakes installed on all axles.
Are you sure of that? I think the individual states regulate braking requirements. There are many websites listing "state by state" trailer requirements.
Tandem or single axle trailer
) ... you might need the larger 7000 model
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