Trailer shopping

[pelican]

Originally Posted by Bushwacker

No indication of where you're located, but the type of ramps you'll be using and the amount of tide change you have to contend with can make a big difference in the type of trailer selected. If you have good ramps that allow power loading and often have others with you to help, a float-on type makes sense.

However if you have to deal with tidal swings of several feet or short ramps with a sudden drop-off and are often by yourself, I'd consider a good roller trailer like an EZ Loader with a power winch that will allow you to load and unload anywhere, anytime, by yourself, in any kind of cross wind or cross current. You also don't have to dunk the springs or axle if it's set up right, which greatly reduces maintenance required. But be sure to use the EZ-Loader roller system with aluminum roller axles and nylon bushings that don't require lubrication. I bought the galvanized trailer below in 1985 and although I replaced the aft cross member a few years ago due to rust, it still has the original springs on it because they seldom see salt water!

this is great advice !!!!