Recommended Boat Trailer Winch for 9,000 lb Boat Thank you for all that information and while I can understand not wanting to go with an electric winch for a boat trailer, the issue is the weight of your boat as well as the fact you are using bunks and have a steep incline. Even if you had a very… view full answer...
Lug Nut Torque Rating for a 5-Lug Trailer Wheel The correct torque for installing lug nuts on your 5 X 8 trailer's 5-lug wheels will depend on the size of the lugs. For a 1/2-inch lug the torque spec ranges from 75- to 85-ft-lbs. For a 9/16-inch lug the torque spec ranges from 135- to… view full answer...
How to Choose the Correct Size Trailer Winch For a Boat Trailer The size winch that you will need depends on a couple of different factors. I have included part of our hand winch FAQ below regarding boat winches and have linked the FAQ article for you to view. Finding the Right Capacity Winch for your Boat… view full answer...
Typical Trailer Lug Nut Diameter and Thread Pitch Trailer wheel lug nuts that are 1/2-inch inside diameter typically have a 20-TPI thread pitch (20 threads per inch). Most lug nuts also use a 60-degree-coned profile like #CE11051, but a 90-degree like #STN569 is also available for 9/16-inch studs.… view full answer...
Comparing Dutton-Lainson and CE Smith Roller Bunks There isn't a whole lot of difference between Dutton-Lainson roller bunks #DL21741 and CE Smith roller bunks #CE27710. Both have 5 foot long sections. Each section is rated for 1500 pounds. There are 6 rollers per section on both. Both are made… view full answer...
Choosing Between Radial or Bias Ply Tires for Boat Trailer The only instance where we might conceivably recommend a bias ply tire over a radial tire would be for farm or agricultural use where the tire would primarily be used on non-paved surfaces. This is due to the fact that the thicker sidewalls used on… view full answer...
How To Determine the Weight Capacity For a Trailer Axle The trailer will have a plate or sticker on it that will list the VIN number. The weight rating of the axle should be listed on that same plate or sticker. Also, the axle could have a tag or plate on it that will list the weight capacity. You can… view full answer...
Availability of 8 Feet Long Carpeted Bunks The longest bunk boards we carry are 6 feet in length like the part #CE27840. You could use two 4 feet bunks like the part #CE27810 to give you the 8 feet you need. For brackets you could use the part #CE10000G-4. view full answer...
Beneath every great boat is the trailer you need to tow the boat to the water’s edge. We know how important it is that your boat trailer is kept in top shape, which is why we supply everything you need to do it. Rust-proof your boat with galvanized Goodyear wheels and premium tires. Replace your old carpeted bunks boards or rollers with new ones from CE Smith or Dutton-Lainson, and upgrade your lighting with submersible LED lights. Make loading your boat easy with a set of guide-ons and a new boat trailer winch. We’ve also got you covered when it comes to general trailer maintenance such as replacing your suspension, hubs and drums, hydraulic brakes, and swivel jacks. And when you’re ready to pack it in for the season, protect your beloved bass boat, pontoon, cuddy cabin, ski boat, personal watercraft or jet ski, center console boat, or other vessel with one of our durable covers from brands like Taylor Made and Classic Accessories. With over 75 years of assisting our neighbors and customers, over 1 million photos and videos taken to make sure you’re getting exactly what you need, and over 35 thousand installations completed, we’ve got the product know-how and experience to help you make the right choices for the job at hand.