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Trailers for H16 #2236
09/04/01 06:44 PM
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Anyone found a good source for H16 trailers? as compared to the expensive H16 trailers or are the H16 trailers worth the price?<br><br>

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Re: Trailers for H16 - PS [Re: sail-s] #2237
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Also I forgot to post - how about the right tire size like a 14 inch versus another tire size - does it make a difference in handling on the road. I am getting ready to buy a new trailer.<br><br>

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There are many trailer manufacturers that make excellent cat trailers. Eg. EZ-loader and Shoreland'r make cat trailers. Tropic Trailer Inc in FL make a nice hobie trailer. I'd go as big of wheels as possible as the hubs will be turning slower and subsequently easier load on the berrings. 14 inch wheels would be the minimum...15's are probably overkill.
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Re: Trailers for H16 - PS #2239
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I've seen a big range in weights of cat trailers. If you're going with a stouter one, make sure your tow vehicle is up to it.<br><br>

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I have a Chevy Suburban.<br><br>

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I'm sure you'll be fine with anything on the market. I tow with a compact car, and have to go over Donner Pass to get to most races, so trailer weight is an issue for me.<br><br>

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Calkins also makes a nice cat trailer.<br><br>

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Aluminum trailer is the way to go but is the most expensive. Aluminum is light, durable, will save your back and car, etc. Manufacturers are TrailX and an new advertiser in CatSailor (name escapes me). Otherwise galvanized steel is a good "value" choice. Painted steel is a PITA, especially near salt water and starts to corrode the day it leaves the factory.
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<br>I have 12 inch wheels on one trailer which I feel is sufficient. The minimum size tires (4.80x12, I think) can handle the load however they are thin and will "plow" through soft sand. If you trailer in sand, you may want a wider tire. 13 or 14 inch wheels are overkill IMO. You have to hump the boat higher to get it on the trailer. I have 8 inch wheels on my other trailer and, boy, do those suckers spin at 70 MPH on the Interstate. How the bearings take it, I don't know. Go with at least 12 inch.
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