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Jon and V Boat Conversions & Modifications
New Tin Boat Owner from Florida
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<blockquote data-quote="bobberboy" data-source="post: 355632" data-attributes="member: 1417"><p>From the photos it looks like one of the first things you might want to do is get a drop hitch for the truck. I can see that the driveway is angled but it still looks like the rear of the boat rides pretty low. I'd be concerned that with the motor on you'll be running the risk of bottoming out over humps in the road or the ramps that you'll be using. </p><p></p><p>Also, check the bunks on the trailer to see that they are supporting the boat properly. From the photos it looks like they're bolted directly to the trailer frame and may not be completely supporting the boat. It looks like the keel might be resting on the frame and it shouldn't be. Adjustable brackets for the bunks are easy to come by as is a center roller for the keel.</p><p></p><p>Don't know if it's legal in FL but fenders on the trailer would be necessary where I live. Might be good to check into that.</p><p></p><p>Looks like you've got a good start but given you live so near the water how could you find time to write this post! Good luck and good fishing.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="bobberboy, post: 355632, member: 1417"] From the photos it looks like one of the first things you might want to do is get a drop hitch for the truck. I can see that the driveway is angled but it still looks like the rear of the boat rides pretty low. I'd be concerned that with the motor on you'll be running the risk of bottoming out over humps in the road or the ramps that you'll be using. Also, check the bunks on the trailer to see that they are supporting the boat properly. From the photos it looks like they're bolted directly to the trailer frame and may not be completely supporting the boat. It looks like the keel might be resting on the frame and it shouldn't be. Adjustable brackets for the bunks are easy to come by as is a center roller for the keel. Don't know if it's legal in FL but fenders on the trailer would be necessary where I live. Might be good to check into that. Looks like you've got a good start but given you live so near the water how could you find time to write this post! Good luck and good fishing. [/QUOTE]
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