Single to tandem axle? - Page 2

gi joe · 07-02-2009, 08:05 PM

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Originally Posted by rwidman

There is one and only one way to know how much a boat weighs and that is to weigh it. That's right, weigh it!

"Published weights" can be off. The "published weight" of my Glastron was off by more than 1,000 lb! How do I know - I weighed it. And yes, the published weight was with the same engine I had and I deducted fuel, water, junk, and the two additional batteries I installed.

If one is not willing to get the boat weighed, there's little point in comparing axle capacities, spring capacities, or anything else. Just tow it until the trailer falls apart and wonder why. Or blame the manufacturer or dealer.

I'll get it weighed and get back to you. If it is too much boat for the trailer, maybe your opinion wouldn't overload it

kjenterprises1 · 07-02-2009, 09:27 PM

I get so many calls on what people say there boats weigh....well we know from experience...the older boats weigh much more than the newer boats....most areas have scales that will charge a small fee to weigh it....like a dump....or even a scrap yard....they will give you a very accurate weight on the boat and trailer...remember,you may not have coolers and all fuel and water tanks full..so take that in to perspective....good luck with weights