Difference in Trailers I/O and Inboard

[jeeptjstud]

I am looking at ourchasing a 1993 330 sundancer with twin inboard engines. Living in Utah, it is necessary to aquire a trailer. I am unsure on the differences between trailers designed for I/O's and those for inboards. Can a regular trailer be modified?

Thanks

 

[islandhopper00]

Given enough money anything can done. As far as the difference, the twin inboards will need "cutouts" for the shafts and props. The below water appendages for I/O's are "aft" of the boat, and can be trimmed up, whereas inboards are directly below the "hull bottom" of the boat, as are the rudders. I guess another question would be, how do you plan to trailer it? Storage or overroad use? 330 is a large wide boat to be hauling.

 

[280 SeaRay]

If you plan on towing a 330 I would only consider a trailer custom built for the application as with that much weight you need to ensure tongue weight, etc are all correct.

The trailers I have seen built for inboard boats seem to require that you load ont the trailer pretty straight or your prop shafts may be hitting the trailer.

Good luck. I am curious what will you be towing with? Have you made preparations for oversize permits, commercial drivers license (if required in your state)

 

[jeeptjstud]

I have a 99 Dodge twin turbo'd Cummins modified and setup for towing. 500 USUABLE towing horsepowerpower with a DTT transmission built to match. After I pull it 250 miles to Lake Powell, I will only be pulling it about 10 miles from storage to the boat ramp each time I use it.