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Tahoe

Posted 7/8/2004 4:33 PM (#111567 - in reply to #110200)
Subject: RE: backing up a boat trailer

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Location: MN

I was new to this 3 yrs ago. I used my rear and side mirrors. I was loading and unloading a 16 ft Crestliner on a roller trailer.
It was easy as pie my firstime out. I unhooked the boat tie downs, lugged in the drain - that was it! Back in, got out, removed the bow hook and let her go. Tied up and I was done.

Loading was another story and that took time. Especially getting it on straight. This is where you have to relax and get the boat on straight, without worrying about onyone else, even if it takes 15 minutes. If a roller trailer, make sure the rollers arebarely touching or not touching the water. A simple ruleI useis to make sure the fenders/wheels are level and this will get the boat on straight. I drove it in the first time, got it half way there, kept the engine running in idle so I could quickly,hookthe bow eye strap, then winch up. Get guideon'stoo as this will help if a roller trailer.

Good Luck and Practice!