Opportunity to buy a trailer for my 30' Weekender

DKRanger22

DKRanger22

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Apr 28, 2009
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Eastlake, OH
Boat Info
300 Weekender, 1985
Engines
Twin 350 Crusaders, 270 HP
I have an opportunity to purchase a trailer for my 30' Weekender, and wanted to see what you guys think. It's a tri-axle aluminum trailer rated at 15,000 lbs. Trailer is about 7-8 years old, and needs a tailight replaced. Aside from that, looks great. Tires are in good shape and the brakes work fine. It currently has a 31 Cigarette on it, but the bunks are completely adjustable, which means I should be able to optimize it for my Weekender.

This will be used basically for winter storage only. It will be stored 0.5 miles from the ramp, and will only make two trips per year (in and out for the season). I can get it for $2,000. Does this seem like a fair price? Appreciate any feedback or suggestions of things to consider.
 
I can get it for $2,000. Does this seem like a fair price?
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Hell YES go for it !! :smt038.
If you pass on it please send me the contact information for it.
 
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Wayne's World said:
Hell YES go for it !! :smt038.
If you pass on it please send me the contact information for it.
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Ha! I will keep you posted. I figured that $2,000 now will save much more than that in winter storage fees (luckily, my brother has a spare lot and no objections to me keeping it therre).

Thanks for the feedback!
 
I was thinking the same thing. :grin:.
My brother owns a warehouse and I thought about putting my tug in there if I had a trailer. :smt001
 
You may want to consider having your boat lifted into the water ,or at least cover the exhaust ports so the engines dont flood while dipping it in at the ramp .Ive heard the water can come in through the exhaust when rampincline is too steep.Something to think about ,i have my we on a trailer but i have it hoisted into the water.
 
That sounds like a great price for a trailer. If you really want one, then go for it.
I'm not sure I'd want one though. It would be a PIA to store it during the season since you are only using it to go in, and then out at the end of the season.
I would think it would be cheaper and easier to just get a boat hauler to do it for you.
The other problem is your boat probably has inboards. Going in the water on a ramp shouldn't be a problem, but coming out on to the trailer could be a chore.
My friend has a 32' Carver that he stores behind his shop in the winter. He uses a boat hauler to put the boat in and take it out. The hauler has no problem dropping it in at the ramp, but has him go to a marina where he has it lifted with a travel lift and put on the trailer. The hauler says it is much easier this way, and that's what the guy does for a living, so I kind of think he might be right.
 
It's a terribly UNFAIR price for the rest of us!! Shoot, I spent $4,000 replacing 3 axles, tires and hubs two years ago! I like the feeling that everything is new since we trailer it every weekend!!
 
or at least cover the exhaust ports so the engines dont flood while dipping it in at the ramp .
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What in the hell model of boat that you have that does that ??. :huh:.
 
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I learned my lesson the hard way on buying a used trailer. $2k sounds cheap but you'll spend way beyond that over the years keeping it roadworthy. Especially if you are rarely using it. There are just oo many expensive things that can go wrong on a trailer and quickly make it not make sense financially. I agree about paying a boat hauler to do it. We charge people about $185 each way to haul out a boat with our hydraulic trailer and will block it for them wherever they want it. I think if you do the math and factor in the convenience of not having to maintain a trailer you'll agree. Good luck whatever you do. Below is a pic of our trailer. You probably have tons of similar setups up your way.
 

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Waynes world ,my boat is in my sig 300weekender,I actually read that info on this site.
 
DKRanger22 said:
I have an opportunity to purchase a trailer for my 30' Weekender, and wanted to see what you guys think. It's a tri-axle aluminum trailer rated at 15,000 lbs. Trailer is about 7-8 years old, and needs a tailight replaced. Aside from that, looks great. Tires are in good shape and the brakes work fine. It currently has a 31 Cigarette on it, but the bunks are completely adjustable, which means I should be able to optimize it for my Weekender.

This will be used basically for winter storage only. It will be stored 0.5 miles from the ramp, and will only make two trips per year (in and out for the season). I can get it for $2,000. Does this seem like a fair price? Appreciate any feedback or suggestions of things to consider.
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DK;best of luck to you i you purchase this trailer.

IF YOU DONT LE ME KNOW ASAP!!!!!!!!!!!

gary and i are desperatly looking for a trailer for the "00" 310 we just purchased. if you even think you might need it BUY IT NOW. used trailer that size are hard to find in any shape and that one looks like a gem.

gerry
 
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I learned my lesson the hard way on buying a used trailer. $2k sounds cheap but you'll spend way beyond that over the years keeping it roadworthy. Especially if you are rarely using it. There are just oo many expensive things that can go wrong on a trailer and quickly make it not make sense financially. I agree about paying a boat hauler to do it. We charge people about $185 each way to haul out a boat with our hydraulic trailer and will block it for them wherever they want it. I think if you do the math and factor in the convenience of not having to maintain a trailer you'll agree. Good luck whatever you do. Below is a pic of our trailer. You probably have tons of similar setups up your way.
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Jim - Your point about other costs to consider (namely ongoing maintenance) is well-taken. However, at almost $200 each way to move the boat ($400 for the year), that almost meets my current winter storage costs at the local marina. I'm doing this more as a cost savings project rather than a convenience factor. Hopefully, after a few seasons, the trailer will pay for itself, and I will always have the value in the trailer if I wish to get out from under it. Also, this would increase the marketability of my boat if I were to sell it (even though I am not).

I always try to take into account total cost, especially those that are unforeseen expenses. But I typically take good care of my toys, and hopefully with the right preventative maintenance, the 0.5 mile trip twice per year will not take it's toll on the vital components.

Perhaps I will learn my lesson the hard way, but I'm willing to take the chance, especially as it is a really nice trailer at a good price.
 
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If you fuel up on your way to the marina, you can pocket that 2-$300 also.
 
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