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I think there's a trade-off here. For folks who are storing it on a rack, it's no contest. the 2 inch PVC is hands down superior due to the flex. here
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I think there's a trade-off here. For folks who are storing it on a rack, it's no contest. the 2 inch PVC is hands down superior due to the flex. here
Hi Tom! Didn't realize you invented this setup. thank you! [links]
I was the first person to rig a trailer this way for the PA. I tried several different diameters and found that 2" OD conformed to the hull best, which is what I had set out to do when I came up with the PVC lengthwise hull support idea.
Putting PVC on a trailer changes the situation a bit. It's no longer a 150+ lb kayak sitting stationary on a rack in your garage. now it's a 150+ lb kayak bouncing on the two bunks. The genius of your design is the simplicity. simply throw a crossmember on the trailer tongue and couple it with PVC. But in my opinion, the PVC becomes a critical point of failure on the trailer, and if it were compromised at highway speeds it could easily ruin the kayak. I don't think you'd lose it down the highway, but I shudder to think of what a couple hundred feet of road rash would do to the hull if it gets dragged. For that reason, I went with 3 inch diameter for additional strength. here
And that was the whole point - to concoct something that would conform to the hull rather than forcing the hull to conform to it. Something that you could store your boat on without it deforming the hull in any way. As you increase the pipe diameter, the pipe gets stiffer and you move further and further away from the original concept. Not saying that larger pipe won't work, but the 2" will flex easier and therefore be easier on the hull over extended periods. Leave enough room on your mounting points so that the pipe can flex and conform without restraint.
Designed specifically for aluminium boats and hulls, plastic boat bunk guides are designed to eliminate the issues carpet bunks offer boat users. here
The properties of our plastic offer ultimate strength, protection and reliability to your boat and trailer. [links]
Ultra High Plastic Boat Trailer Bunks. Direct replacement for carpet and PVC bunks.
Ultra High Plastics produces 2 main types of boat trailer bunk guides. Straight bunks and bunks with 45degree bends. With multiple color options, sizes & lengths available; we are able to produce a range of bunks to suit your companies needs and re sale options. here
Unlike traditional boat trailer bunks that you may be used to; these high quality plastic profiles actually make launching and retrieving your boat easier.
With the harbor freight trailer, you have the option to fold the trailer up to save space. If you’re wanting to have that feature, then remove the vertical set of casters which are behind the wheels. [links]
First of all, you’ll need a base for your trailer. We recommend purchasing an inexpensive base trailer, as kayaks are lightweight compared to other loads. It can be new or used, what’s important is the condition it’s in. Many people enjoy the Harbor Freight trailer. It’s a solid steel base and very easy to customize. For a more budget-friendly trailer, you can opt for a look-a-like such as Ironton’s Utility Trailer Kit. [links]
Here are the basic tools you’ll need to start your DIY project. You can find these items at any hardware store to build your own trailer at a fraction of the cost. [links]
When it comes to transporting your kayak or canoe, the two main options are kayak racks and trailers. Racks are installed onto your vehicle roof, while trailers are attached to a rear hitch and pulled.
To make the base trailer usable for kayaks, you’ll go through three building stages. The three components to building the rack are: attaching the deck, building the bottom rack, building the top rack. Let’s get started!
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It may be a bit nuisance to move vessels to water from home and back. For you to do it effectively, you will have the right gear. You will struggle a lot to rack your kayaks on top of your car. Once you reach the destination, you will need to get the kayak off the car rooftop.
One can choose to carry all what they have with this trailer. Its design is the most preferred one by most people.
An aluminum made trailer is the best. It has a coating that prevents it from rusting. Such a trailer is strong and durable. more