Thanks for the input. I got out the bath scales and found my tongue weighed
over 300lbs (have fun with that one). It does help explain why I've always
had such great traction at the ramp! I'm almost disinclined to change it now
because my normal towing distance is only about a mile, and the speed limit
is 25mph. So handling doesn't really play an important part, and the extra
weight on the drive wheels might be missed at low tide on a slippery ramp. I
always wondered why those guys in the macho pick-ups spun and slid, and my
BMW just pulled right out.

Just for kicks, does anyone know what a 18ft CC might weigh?



"rcoleman" wrote in message
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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