New trailer

localboy · Posted: Thu Jun 06, 2024 1:59 pm Post subject: New trailer

So due to reasons beyond my control, we will probably need to purchase a new trailer for our 25 Cruiser. We HAD a King 7000 with bunks, surge actuator & disc brakes. I’m looking to upgrade both trailer size/weight capacity and brake system to EOH (with discs). Aluminum would also be nice, but I haven’t even begun getting estimates vs galvanized steel. I’m asking fellow owners here the following:

1. What current brand trailer do you have and why?
2. What do you like about it?
3. What do you hate about it?
4. Bunk, rollers or combo of both?

Thanks for your input.

Tom Hruby · Posted: Thu Jun 06, 2024 3:04 pm Post subject:

I suggest contacting Michael Millison at NMI. They provide E-Z loader trailers for their new C-Dories and can help you figure out what you need (as well as potentially selling you a new one). I just bought a new boat and trailer from them and thought their price for the trailer was reasonable.

Tom Hruby · Posted: Thu Jun 06, 2024 3:11 pm Post subject:

P.S. If you buy it from NMI they can set it up to exactly match you boat so you won't need to make all the necessary adjustments that come with buying a new trailer. Also they prefer bunks and carpeting. That is what they set up for me.

DayBreak · Posted: Thu Jun 06, 2024 6:18 pm Post subject:

colbysmith · Posted: Thu Jun 06, 2024 7:00 pm Post subject:

1. What current brand trailer do you have and why?
Loadrite. Several others I have cruised with have Loadrites under their C-Dories and Ranger Tug. It's aluminum, twin axle with EOH brakes and fits the 25 quite well.

2. What do you like about it?
Seems to be well built. Sturdy. Simple.

3. What do you hate about it?
Nothing really. Well except the EOH disc brakes. Having issues with the calipers as discussed in another thread.

4. Bunk, rollers or combo of both?
Bunk. Bunks are better than rollers unless you are doing a lot of real shallow launching. Bunks provide more support for the boat, and are actually easier to center on when loading.

I bought my Loadrite from Enterprise Marine and RV LLC out of FL., and then picked my trailer up from the factory in PA., once it was built. Model number is LR-AB26T8400102LTB2. Price in Nov 2020 was $6558. This included EOH brakes, SS hardware, Full size regular spare tire and rim along with spare tire holder on spindle hub. At the time there were several online sellers with comparable pricing.

Regarding the EZ Loader, that's what I had under my 22 and I was happy with it also. But the Loadrite was more available.

thataway · Posted: Fri Jun 07, 2024 2:01 pm Post subject:

I am only familiar with Eastern builders (All have the same components available).

As Colby noted the Load Rite trailer is the one of choice for many of us for the 25. The Float on, is excellent, as is a Sport Trail, and Owens Brothers.--again Eastern builders.

I have had several trailers (Pacific and EZY Loader) on the West coast. I say essential are the Electric over hydraulic brakes, "Target Bunks" forward. I have put "slicks" (Teflon or HDPE strips on the bunks, and makes easier launching on shoal ramps.)

localboy · Posted: Mon Jun 10, 2024 4:49 pm Post subject:

I was all set to order a LoadRite aluminum 7300 from a local dealer…then the Everett police called saying they located our stolen trailer. I borrowed a buddy’s truck & retrieved it from impound. It’s all in tact except the lock and 5 to 7 pin adapter.

T.R. Bauer · Posted: Mon Jun 10, 2024 5:09 pm Post subject:

Well the pesky police doing their job wrecked the dream of getting a new trailer....or was a happy ending to your nightmare.

localboy · Posted: Tue Jun 11, 2024 12:19 am Post subject:

Spending $10K on a trailer was not something I had planned on. Im glad it was located and in a condition to still function. It has more years in it and I just put 5 new tires on it among other things.

I’m still dealing with insurance and repairs regarding the stolen truck. It too was recovered, with door & ignition damage and about $1000 with of tools, OBD readers etc taken. I also had to spend hours detailing it to get the junkie stink & disgusting gross from it.

This is what happens in a state that coddles criminals and dopers.

T.R. Bauer · Posted: Tue Jun 11, 2024 11:04 am Post subject:

localboy · Posted: Tue Jun 11, 2024 2:49 pm Post subject:

No one was caught. Even if they were, they’d be out before the ink dried on the reports and the prosecutor would decline charges. I know about this first hand. Property crimes are social “justice” in the People’s Republic of WA.