trailer repair or replace?

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I have a 16' trailer for my aluminum boat. The side rails where the light wiring goes thru have broken in half. The trailer hasn't been moved for quite some time. My question is; Would it be a better idea to weld the trailer I have or to look for another one. I am on a bit of a tight budget but also don't want to get in to something that is going to take forever to fix. Thanks in advance.
 
If the rust has only compromised the frame in the one spot where it's broken, you could probably sleeve it (for rect or sq tubing) or, fish-plate it (for channel or angle frame)

In either case, use a piece of material that extends several inches on either side of the compromised area, so you can tie it in to something strong.
 

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