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with cold galvanizing spray paint. This product can be obtained through any L
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dealer, or most paint, hardware, or marine stores. Always thoroughly dry all components,
especially brakes, before storage.
TRAILER ADJUSTMENTS (Adjustable units only)
Most L
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trailers are designed to be fully adjustable. Available models are
designed to adjust to most any variation in width, hull and bow design. Due to tremendous
variance in boat hull designs and the universal nature of L
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designs, some
compromises may have to be made to achieve the optimum fit.
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trailers are adjusted to a neutral position at the factory. At the time of
purchase the trailer may require adjustments to assure optimum fit of boat to trailer.
Below is a brief list of possible adjustment options for most adjustable trailers:
I. THE WINCH STAND ASSEMBLY
The winch stand assembly is designed to allow for two basic adjustments. The first is for
height and the second is for hull position.
To adjust the height, loosen the fasteners clamping the winch support to the near vertical
post. Reposition to the desired height and retighten.
Proper height is determined when
the winch line is level with the bow eye of the boat. The winch line should attach to
the bow eye after passing beneath the winch roller.
To adjust for boat hull position, loosen the mounting U-bolts and slide the winch stand
along the tongue, either forward or rearward until optimum bow roller to boat hull contact is
achieved.
Hull position relative to the trailer is very important. This position determines where the
boat will sit on the support system. If the winch stand is positioned incorrectly on the
tongue, the rear support system may not be in proper contact with the hull.
II. TONGUE WEIGHT
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Actual tongue weight can be determined using a simple scale per the diagram on page 8.
On trailers with a movable axle(s), the axle assemblies, spring or torsion, are attached to
the main frame with U-bolts. To adjust the tongue weight loosen these u-bolts and slide
the assemblies forward or backward as required. Moving the assemblies forward will
decrease tongue weight. Moving the axle rearward will increase tongue weight.
Caution: Be sure not to damage the brake line or wire harness in the process.
Caution:
Axles should never be moved in excess of 6” in either direction without
written approval from Load Rite.
When complete, be certain the axle is perfectly perpendicular to the direction of forward
travel.
Place a scale on a platform so that the tongue is about the same height as the hitch of the
intended tow vehicle. The tongue and frames
must be parallel with level ground
when
weighing and towing The recommended tongue weight setting is normally as follows:
For all trailers 2,000 lbs. and under, the tongue weight should equal 7% of the
actual gross weight (GVWR).
For galvanized trailers over 2,000 lbs., the tongue weight should equal 5% to 7% of
the actual gross weight (GVWR).
For aluminum trailers over 2,000 lbs., the tongue weight should equal 5% to 6% of
the actual gross weight (GVWR).
III. ROLLER POSITIONING
Roller trailers offer a great amount of adjustability and can be made to accommodate most
boats.
The cross bars, spanning across the trailer between the main frame rails, offer multiple
height positions on most models. Some models may offer more than one longitudinal
position along the frame. The pivot bars run parallel to the frame members and are
mounted on brackets atop the cross bars. Pivot bars can be adjusted laterally to suit hull
width and chine location requirements. The roller assemblies, mounted at each end of the
pivot bar, offer a range of adjustability, as well (on some of the smaller roller model trailers,
