rcoleman wrote:
What is the proper way to balance a trailer? I have a 18ft CC sitting on a
single axle trailer, and I'm getting ready to replace the springs(rusted).
The other day, I was talking to a guy with a 26 footer, also on a trailer,
and he could lift his trailer tongue with one hand. No way I can do that
with mine. So it got me thinking of ways I could fix it. The boat sits well,
so I don't think shifting the boat is the answer, so how about moving the
axle slightly forward when I change the springs? I'm not even sure I can do
that.
So, how do you balance a trailer, and most of all, what is the stupidest
thing that could happen from the effort?
Thanks


One hand??? Who was he...the Terminator?
Roughly one tenth of your boat weight should be on the tongue.
My boat/trailer/motor weigh around 1700-1800 lbs but I have 130lbs on
the tongue...a bit light.
Safety issue here...
http://www.etrailer.com/faq/trailer-towing-tips.asp