Trailer Brands

bdenman · #1 05-22-2013, 08:31 AM

Im buying a new trailer and I'd like to hear opinions on which brands are considered the best, I'd like to get the best available as opposed to trying to save a buck!

RUSTYNTABATHA · #2 05-22-2013, 08:46 AM

i have always like aluminum... that being said my boat came with a EZloader and i have changed my dislike of galvanized.... every piece used on this trailer is bolted on and can be replaced !!!!!!!! even the main beams. i was not a fan of the rollers but after i change them to nomarking i think i have had a change of heart. I have always driven my boats on the trialer but the rollers make it easier to run it up in shallower ramps !! but if you go aluminum the "best " to me is the one you get the best deal on... just make sure to get disk brakes if you get brakes on it.. torsion is nice but not MUST have... tandem over single always even on a 18.... if you are planing on pulling it a long distance... tandems always seem to pull better to me. JMHO.

Stauter99 · #3 05-22-2013, 09:59 AM

I have had galvanized and aluminum trailers and they both have their pros and cons. I currently have an aluminum load-master trailer which I like. The main things I would look out for is that the trailer have all stainless hardware and torsion springs versus leaf springs. Load-master, continental, ezzzz-on and performance are all brands that I consider good trailers. One downside to aluminum, if you have a tandem or tri axle trailer, they WILL float on you. Been in some sticky situations where the trailer floated with a strong current and got caught underneath a dock...

RUSTYNTABATHA · #4 05-22-2013, 10:10 AM

Stauter99
This wasnt at the launch under the bridge in Gulfshores was it ??? Had the same trouble with a friends aluminum at that ramp... Solution was to back the trailer under the boat.. but this is a 2 person operation... i do like torsion but why are they perceived as better ?? corosion or ride ?? i know they have a smoother ride

Abe's Rocket · #5 05-22-2013, 10:44 AM

I have an aluminum Rocket trailer that came with my boat. It bounces a bit on the highway w/out on the boat on it.

Additionally, I just found a 5 inch crack in one of the I_Beams. Not sure what that is going to cost to weld.

bdenman · #6 05-22-2013, 11:02 AM

Thanks for the input guys!
I think I have the specs pretty well narrowed down, aluminum ibeam, dual axel, stainless disc brakes, torsion axels, and bunks with bow guides. I was more concerned with brands, I had a venture which I wasn't impressed with, I am looking at load rite and road king and was looking for input! Basically if you could buy any trailer out there and price wasn't a concern, what would you buy?

flyingfrizzle · #7 05-22-2013, 01:19 PM

Not all 6" aluminum I beams are the same on the trailers. Look at the thickness at the webbing, some are twice as thick and much stronger. I would want all stainless hardware and 316 grade stainless not cheep 304. Also watch out on the type of aluminum grade they are made from. There are some made from better quality (grade) aluminum than others. I would get "acu-lub" hubs. They add grease from the inner bearings to the outer and lube better than the buddy style. Torsion axles will last three times as long vs leaf springs and get you closer to the ground for easier unloading. There are many different brands that are good but I would look for the way they are built due to some companies sell a economy model and a heavy duty that look about the same but one will be better built and more money a course.

Stauter99 · #8 05-22-2013, 03:27 PM

Rolls Axle or Myco

cdavisdb · #9 05-22-2013, 05:00 PM

When I went looking for a new trailer, I noticed that the most knowledgeable boaters in this area nearly all had Owens Trailers of St Petersburg. That was about 13 years ago and the service since has been outstanding. If you want an aluminum float-on bunk trailer, they are among the best.

gofastsandman · #10 05-22-2013, 05:28 PM

Myco Rolls or Owens