Recent content by pmshoemaker

thanks for the input!

Hey folks -- I am trying to replace the axle/springs on an old trailer I bought. I took the wheels off, measured the hub face and came up with 53&7/8". I cannot find this length anywhere. I find 53", but nothing with that extra 7/8". do I have to match the old hub face length down to the...

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I am working on my trailer and have very little room on the side of my house where the boat is -- I have the boat (16' polar kraft) leaning up against the house -- is this OK?

I just double checked and the trailer has 5.70-8's on it right now.

great insight -- thanks Gypsy 400

Thanks guys -- it looks like my 4-lug configuration is going to limit me as far as tire options, so I'm leaning toward upgrading to 5-stud hubs. Is there any magic to replacing the hubs? it looks like a pretty simple, straightforward job. My springs look to be in good shape, and the axle is...

Every evening I walk out and work on the trailer -- I look at those tires. They are small -- 4-lug, about 8" rims. Do I need to think about getting bigger tires? I'm replacing everything else, and I have no idea how old they are or how many hours they've been baked by the sun. Is there a...

You make a lot of sense there, Mr. Richg!

OK -- 2x4's and vinyl downspouts purchased. Next step, I assume I should paint the 2x4's before wrapping them with the vinyl -- After a lot of research, I bought just regular pine 2x4's instead of pressure treated ones -- I don't anything treated near my boat. I am thinking a coat or 2 of oil...

Ricg99, I looked at your link (thank you, by the way) -- and it looks like your 2x4 bunks are flat -- the wide surface against the hull. I think most folks have suggested angling the bunks with the narrow side facing the hull (basically on end) -- do you have a strong opinion on one way or the...

thanks so much, guys!! Yes, the new bunks will extend just a hair past the transom, and I will remove all but that last roller at the front. Just to be clear, that will put all the weight on the 2 bunks and just the last roller at the front. Pat

It's been almost a year, but I'm getting back to work on the boat I rescued from behind my dad's garage last year (hunting season is over). Turning my attention back to the trailer. I was educated on bunks vs. rollers last year, so I am going to lose the rollers on the sides and replace them...

Awesome advice as always -- I'm leaning toward the Titebond III -- I can have my grubby little hands on that with a quick trip to Lowes, and can get this project moving again immediately! Yes, LDUBS, I'll create a blank bigger than the area needed, just like on the tutorial I found on this...

thanks fellas -- yes -- I only know IN THEORY that 1.25" exists -- haven't started looking for it to purchase, and I'm sure it would be a bit pricey. Since I have you all here, any thoughts on using the glue vs. epoxy route? I see both methods on the transom tutorial, and while I have a sense...