Reply With QuoteI think this guy ^^ there is right. It sounds like all you are doing wrong is backing your trailer to far down in the water.
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Yes, your boat shouldn't still be floating once you load. Try not putting your trailer in too deep. On the rare occasion you have a very steep ramp and the stern still floats, have you husband hold a stern line to keep it centered. When docking, try to use the wind to your advantage if possible. When the wind is crosswise to the dock, come in up wind and left the wind push you to the dock. Otherwise, try to come upwind into the dock so you can bump the motor in and out of gear to hold you in position till you get a line on the dock. If you approach down wind, it will just push you past the dock. Most importantly, never hit the dock harder than you can afford the repair. LOL!
YouTube - Docking fail
Trophy King
I think this guy ^^ there is right. It sounds like all you are doing wrong is backing your trailer to far down in the water.
Crappie Wall Hanger
That was a dock hit for sure! I just sort of bump it when the wind is blowing into the dock.
Peke
Trophy King
I looked at your boat pictures, the way i see it , that trailer is not made for that boat. It appears to small , the bunks are to short and no quideons. The front of the trailer does'nt appear to support the front of the boat. What is the weight rateing of the trailer?
Granite
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I just got a (new to me) first boat. 18' vee hull. Before using the first time, I bought a set of trailer guide post. Maybe beginners luck, but fiest time I loaded, powered right up and only had to winch about 2" to snug against bow roller. Guides made all the difference in the world. Also makes backing down ramp much easier.
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