Recent content by screwballl

Yes it is possible, but if you plan to use it in Choctaw Bay, it may help to cover the metal with cold galvanize spray "paint" available at Ace Hardware (at least Niceville and Bluewater carry it). Then just make a decent 2x4 frame (treated lumber of course with cheap carpet covering anywhere...

As lightweight as most of our boats/trailers are, I was wondering if anyone has modified their system to anything close to this picture (I tossed it together quickly in photoshop). (This would be a side shot from the drivers side. Left would be front/tongue of the trailer) I know my 04...

Backstory: I originally bought this 14ft jon boat and trailer all together for $400. The boat itself is solid, but the trailer has needed a LOT of work since the PO used it a lot in salt water so everything but the frame is rusted to the point of falling apart. Previously I HAD to buy new...

If the fenders are bolted on, you could probably find or have a metal shop make some to fit the larger tires. It should be easy to go up to 12", and also make sure the axle is under the leafs instead of above them. In my case I want a small drop so I will be doing the axle flip.

The tires on mine (when I bought it) were so old and rotted that they would hold air for around 12-14 hours before being too low to drive on and need more air. That was usually good enough for most of my local trips that were usually 30-45 minutes driving and 4-8 hours fishing. I probably...

For small boats and trailers like ours, it should be as easy as propping up the frame, unbolt the U-bolts, unbolt the leaf, slide leaf under the axle and flip the ubolts and plate to the underside. It is a good idea to get new ubolts as rust, stretching and wear can weaken them over time. I am...

Looks great! I plan to do something just like that with mine in the future, about the same time I add 2-3 ft to my trailer tongue. I think my main difference will be using LED lights since they have less problems with water and weather.

Too bad we weren't a bit closer or I would swap you trailers. I have a 1436 flat bottom on a trailer made for 10-12 ft boats. Someday in the future I plan to add 2-3 feet to the tongue. I know come tax refund time mine is getting new leaf springs and bearings+seals.

The issue with treated wood is the amount of copper in it, which is what gives it the green color. The more copper, the more it will bleed out and eat away the aluminum on your boat. No matter how thick you add any sealant, the copper will always come through...

I have kids in the range (ages 8 and 3). With my oldest, we just kept her on the disney rods until she was almost 7. Even if they do stay interested and calm enough for fishing, the rods will end up in the water, so the disney ones that float are your best bet until they get a little older. I...

Check ebay for "vintage zebco 33 reel"... people are selling the original classic ones and the prices are not too bad. Just make sure you read through the description closely to make sure it is a 1980s or older "tough" version, and not some 90s remake when they started using the plastic and junk...

I myself cannot use baitcasters. My hands are so big and long fingers that I cannot make them do the circus tricks needed to use a baitcaster properly. So I stick with spinning reels.

When I start working on mine, these are the lights I plan to pick up: https://www.harborfreight.com/6-inch-submersible-oval-led-stop-turn-trailer-tail-light-67064.html

If you do use tubing instead of channel, make sure there are several drain holes drilled in every few feet, front and back. Also it will help to clean it up inside before you seal it up, then pour in some primer to coat the inside and slow down rust. If it is galvanized already then a thin coat...

It all depends on the manufacturer. There are a few that may be taller than usual and small 1/2" differences, but MOST batteries are the same height or at least within 1/4" of each other. Measure the room you have and then take the tape measure or ruler with you to the store when you buy it.