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Message: <blockquote data-quote="weweber3" data-source="post: 418574" data-attributes="member: 21362">A few updates on the project...I have the trailer completely broken down and ready for sand blast. Found a local shop to do the sand blasting of the frame and pieces/parts for $165. Based on my other calls around town, it was a great deal. The hubs were shot, one of the hubs didn't have the bearing sleeves and the other had a loose sleeve. etrailer.com has new hubs for $20/each. I was going to replaced the leaf springs, but it would require cutting and welding new hangers - couldn't find 29 1/2" eye to eye readily and affordable. I am going to sandblast the existing leaf springs prime/paint and hope they last for a while.The foam boxes, I am going to sand myself - they wanted $160 to do those alone. Also, having a local shop remove the tires from the rims so those can be sand blasted. And, new tires to replace the very old 4 plys that are on there now.The boat is completely "disassembled" and awaiting paint stripping and prep. With the heat above 85 here in Ohio and super high humidity, unfortunately I am going to have to wait to sand blast and prime the trailer. Likewise with the boat. I want to make sure the finish goes on and stays on.In the mean time, I am working on getting new nuts/bolts to replace the rusted ones. Also, going to replace the slotted screws that were in use around the boat with ANYTHING but slotted - what a pain! New keel rollers, new bunks are needed as well.</blockquote>

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