gauntletkl
Member
Hey All,
Just got my first boat and trailer. 14 foot jon boat and a used loadrite trailer.
I am wondering how to properly adjust the trailer to fit the boat. Read a few things online but hoping to get some answers on the below.
- End of bunks should line up with transom?
- Should the bunks be setup closer to the edge of the boat or closer to center? Right now they are near the edge
- Should the jon boat sit above the fenders or between them?
- Should the bunks be adjusted to the lowest setting? The highest setting is above the fenders
- Should the pivot point at the top of the bunk be loose or tightened down tight?
- The trailer has a center roller, should this be adjusted to the lowest setting? Right now it seems like that most of weight is resting on the roller
- Winch roller should sit above bow eye?
Thanks for the help.

Just got my first boat and trailer. 14 foot jon boat and a used loadrite trailer.
I am wondering how to properly adjust the trailer to fit the boat. Read a few things online but hoping to get some answers on the below.
- End of bunks should line up with transom?
- Should the bunks be setup closer to the edge of the boat or closer to center? Right now they are near the edge
- Should the jon boat sit above the fenders or between them?
- Should the bunks be adjusted to the lowest setting? The highest setting is above the fenders
- Should the pivot point at the top of the bunk be loose or tightened down tight?
- The trailer has a center roller, should this be adjusted to the lowest setting? Right now it seems like that most of weight is resting on the roller
- Winch roller should sit above bow eye?
Thanks for the help.



