Checking Trailer on New Project Boat

[MelLandry]

I'll be picking up my new project boat soon (late 70's 24 ft Stamas).

Before then (maybe today), I'll be going to take a look at the trailer to ensure it's ready for the 120 mile trip to my house.

Can anyone give me a rundown on what I should check? Feel free to assume I'm as ignorant as a rock.

I assume the most attention should be paid to the hubs. I plan on jacking up the trailer, checking that the wheels spin freely, and that there is no rocking motion when pressure is applied to laterally to the tires.

Any other suggestions?

 

[tashasdaddy]

Re: Checking Trailer on New Project Boat

pull hte cap and make sure the grease is clean, and it is full of grease. lights work, check for bad rust spots. stearn tie downs, and bow line are in good condition.

 

[Mark42]

Re: Checking Trailer on New Project Boat

Make sure you have the right size ball to fit the coupler on the trailer.

Bring some wire, wire cutters, crimpers, etc in case you need to modify the wire connection.

 

[Twidget]

Re: Checking Trailer on New Project Boat

Spare tire(s).

 

[JB]

Re: Checking Trailer on New Project Boat

Duplicate. See Trailers and Towing Forum.

 

[tashasdaddy]

Re: Checking Trailer on New Project Boat

double post from trailer forum