That sure makes sense to me. I have discs on my tandom for a Rinker 212 and
they work good. I had NO brakes on my old 18' Rinker V-180 prior and it
took some work to stop it sometimes. So I would not recommend NOT having
brakes.

Knowing how brakes work, I tend to say that what they say is correct. You
don't need a lot of help, just some extra to even up the stopping load and
not forcing it all to the tow vehicle.

Steve L.


"Don White" wrote in message
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In spite of what the local dealers say about not needing brakes on a
boat/trailer combined weight of approx. 1800 lbs.,
I've decided to pony up and get them on a new galvanized trailer for piece
of mind.
I had decided on surge type stainless steel disc brakes due to a salt
water/air environment.
Then I visit the Champion Trailer site and see they recommend the drum
brakes for lighter loads
see http://www.championtrailers.com/Drum...BrakeArtcl.htm
Seems the drums work better on the lower hydraulic pressure generated by a
lighter mass.
I understand you can get galvanized brake parts and an optional fresh
water
washdown kit.
This may be the way to go....I think!