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I am considering trailering my boat to Florida this winter. My truck is an F-250 and my boat is a Boston Whaler 23 Walkaround. The overall length is 27' . My trailer is three years old . Everything works, brakes, lights etc. Am I reaching hauling this boat for the distance ? I would rather use my own boat instead of renting one while we are there. Thanks. We are going from Cape Cod.
Be aware that FL has a law requiring brakes on all axles for trailers (including the load) over 3,000 pounds. Many ignore this and some are ticketed, particularly in the Keys.
I've trailered a 30' Grady Marlin with my F250 diesel, no issues. Good advice from the other posters - make sure the trailer is worthy of the trip.
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Try a clear epoxy used for garage floors. You can mix in the silica for a non-skid finish. It's extremely durable. Downside is it ain't cheap - but less expensive than a dr or dentist trip.
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78 Ranger bass boat with 85 Hp Johnson.
Old, not used in quite a while.
The trailer is a good deal. Its a Dilly, with a walk-down ramp.
Good wheels, tires and bearing buddy's.
The engine needs a starter. I have all the parts n pieces.
groaner@hughes.net
Where is it and how much?
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I use these both in the boat and in the truck. I've had them for about ten years and they have endured some real rough treatment. http://www.baxcoproducts.com/
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Go here for instructional video. It's very informative. http://www.tapplastics.com/info/video.php
Scroll down to where you see Gelcoat repair Parts 1 & 2.
Trailering to Florida
in Boating and Fishing Discussion
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FL has no exclusion.
The 2009 Florida Statutes
Title XXIII
MOTOR VEHICLES Chapter 316
STATE UNIFORM TRAFFIC CONTROL View Entire Chapter
316.261 Brake equipment required.--Every motor vehicle, trailer, semitrailer, and pole trailer, and any combination of such vehicles, operating upon a highway within this state shall be equipped with brakes in compliance with the requirements of this chapter.