[jumolock1976]

May 06, 2017 #1 2017-05-06T15:19

[kslaughter]

so I have never owned a bunk trailer, only rollers for me. When I bought my boat two years ago it came on a bunk trailer. I have always felt the boat is a little to far back on the trailer. however, I wouldl have to move the winch post forward on the tongue a lot and I am not sure if that will be too far forward or put to much pressure on the tongue?

[noles]

does anyone have any opinions based on the photos? [links]

[sevyanfellow]

Depending upon the kind of boat you use, that may require you to leave the front seat in or use “poles” that come with the boat cover to help keep it taut. more

[subash]

Nor is it good for the engine. You definitely need a good transom saver or bracket that holds the engine in place and takes pressure off the trim pins. I prefer the T-H Marine Motor Stiks, along with chalks that clamp on the steering arm to prevent the engine from moving. You don’t want the engine bouncing or moving around a lot when going over bumpy roads. It can cause unnecessary wear and damage. [links]

[Dereckson]

I also have an Atlas Hydraulic Jack Plate which I run all the way down when making a long haul. Again, it provides better support.

[allisonfrnyork33]

I store my rods in the rod locker, place each rod in a Rod Sox to protect it and reduce line tangling. I will also layer towels between the but-end of the rods to prevent reels from banging against each other. [links]

[venom]

All of my boat trailers in the past have been roller trailers so I am new to bunk trailers. I have been getting conflicting information regarding how far back the bunks should be. Most say the bunks should be slightly beyond the transom to support it and prevent the fiberglass from stressing in the area between the transom and where the bunks end.

[EmmyTheSlayer]

I currently have a 2013 210br w/ a 150 yamaha.

[namkeeno]

Should I move the bunks back, currently there is a 6-8in gap between the transom and the end of the rear of the bunk, this is how it was setup by my dealer. more

[helen123]

[Dark_Ghost]

This will allow the boat to float on the back of the trailer. Backing the trailer too far into the water can cause the boat to swerve uncontrollably and potentially cause damage to the boat. Be sure to have a bow line secured to the bow of the boat when unloading.

[concetxos01]

The style of the hull will also influence the launch, but in general, you will want to back the trailer until the middle of the fender is just under the water.

[Moredread]

When loading the boat, it is important to ensure that the bunks are raised enough to properly seat the boat on the trailer. more

[jesicaaba13]

E ach boat ramp will be a little different when launching depending on how steep it is.