jeremycanfield
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I recently purchased a 1969 19' Crestliner Norseman that cam with the original Shoreline tandem axel trailer.
Its a great trailer but needs new rubber all around (185 70 R13). I put wheels from my work trailer (225 75 R15) on it to get it home (I had to raise the bolt on fenders) and I am considering making that change permanent so that my wheels and tires are interchangeable (I've got 2 other trailers that already use the 15" wheels).
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After giving it some thought, I'm guessing I want to stay with the smaller wheels to make the boat easier to get into the water. Can anyone confirm that?
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I'm showing my ignorance here--The trailer is a tilt unit. Can the tilt be used to assist in getting the trailer in and out of the water? Is it for draining purposes? Is it???
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The trailer tongue seems very long. Again, I am sure it helps launch and trailer the boat, but it does not track well at all (for reference, I drive either a 12' or 18' trailer everyday for work). Any advice on whether it could be shortened or left?
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I would also like to paint the trailer but it will need some surface preparation. Is sand blasting feasible/cost effective? (That may be a regional question I realize-I’m in Utah)
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What is the best paint to use on the trailer? (I have a quality HVLP paint sprayer)
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Any chance of finding replacement logos after the paint job?
Thanks in advance!
Its a great trailer but needs new rubber all around (185 70 R13). I put wheels from my work trailer (225 75 R15) on it to get it home (I had to raise the bolt on fenders) and I am considering making that change permanent so that my wheels and tires are interchangeable (I've got 2 other trailers that already use the 15" wheels).
Question
After giving it some thought, I'm guessing I want to stay with the smaller wheels to make the boat easier to get into the water. Can anyone confirm that?
Question
I'm showing my ignorance here--The trailer is a tilt unit. Can the tilt be used to assist in getting the trailer in and out of the water? Is it for draining purposes? Is it???
Question
The trailer tongue seems very long. Again, I am sure it helps launch and trailer the boat, but it does not track well at all (for reference, I drive either a 12' or 18' trailer everyday for work). Any advice on whether it could be shortened or left?
Question
I would also like to paint the trailer but it will need some surface preparation. Is sand blasting feasible/cost effective? (That may be a regional question I realize-I’m in Utah)
Question
What is the best paint to use on the trailer? (I have a quality HVLP paint sprayer)
Question
Any chance of finding replacement logos after the paint job?
Thanks in advance!