Re: EZ LOADER brake line rust,trailer less than 2 yrs old
As far as keeping the trailer axle out of the water . . . seems impossible for many/most boaters. I'm lucky if I can keep the tow vehicle out of the water. It *might* be possible for roller trailers, but bunk trailers need to go all the way under.
That's an important point. roller trailers, even those with short bunks, or break trailers, are set up for "dry axle" use but not so for most bunk, or "float on."
Back in the day, you never saw float-on trailers around salt water--I can't speak to fresh water. Also, not as many people were "daily trailer" boaters, especially boats over 18'. Then the manufacturers realized that bunks were cheaper, and more people were buying trailer boats, so it brought the package cost down for "popular' boats to put them on bunk trailers. They assure everyone they are water-tight, rust proof and saltwater impervious. Nothing is.
Hence the popular trailer becomes a popular topic here due to all the problems, which are avoided with a roller trailer and different technique.
