Speaking of new (to me) Sea Ray inboard...

speakrdude

speakrdude

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Feb 21, 2009
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Northwest Arkansas
Boat Info
2002 Sea Ray 340 DA
Raymarine C80 Tri Data
Engines
twin 6.2 MX MPI
A thought just occurred to me. This boat is 1250 miles away so I want to be sure I can trailer it back. (although southern Florida is nice time of year).
Being how it is an inboard, What are the chances of it not fitting on a (somewhat normal) trailer? Can the props, shafts, and rudders be removed (semi easily) for transporting?
Thanks for your input,
Jim
 
speakrdude said:
A thought just occurred to me. This boat is 1250 miles away so I want to be sure I can trailer it back. (although southern Florida is nice time of year).
Being how it is an inboard, What are the chances of it not fitting on a (somewhat normal) trailer? Can the props, shafts, and rudders be removed (semi easily) for transporting?
Thanks for your input,
Jim
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Did I miss something???? what type of boat, single, twin, etc. A little more info might help:huh:
 
Your right, I'm sorry. Was kinda following up from earlier post.

1988 SR 300WE (No radar arch, I guess some models have em, some dont.) Twin Inboard 5.7's
 
speakrdude.
am i to assume that the boat does not come with a trailer? i would be leary of the boat not fitting the trailer more than the outdrive(you can buy a support for that sort of thing.

rt 75 is not the place to find out the boat/trailer combo are not compatable.

ask the trailer manufacturer.

been there, done that...never again
 
My knowledge of that system is not that great but you are going to need a trailer that will fit the boat, not just any trailer will do. It will have to be a well built trailer to carry the weight, it will have to be built to allow for the shafts and supports, props can be removed but if the trailer is right they do not have to be removed, I see inboard boats on I95 all the time on trailers with the props still on and plenty of clearance. You a also going to need a good strong tow vehicle also.
 
speakrdude said:
What are the chances of it not fitting on a (somewhat normal) trailer?
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I have to agree with Nolan(Midway) Pretty big chance of a normal trailer not working. Are you planing on hauling yourself or are you going to hire a boat hauler? IMHO - I would be talking with a boat hauler that has a trailer that would work with your boat. Unless you plan on doing a bunch of trailering and have a big enough tow vehicle.
 
is a triple axle aluminum, 30 footer. I've installed electric brakes on the front axle only (so far) and my tow vehicle is an 03 K1500 Chevy Z71 w/ off road towing package.

Yes that is my post, however, I am borrowing a larger, newer, trailer and am upgrading my tow vechicle. Was due for a new ride anyway.
 
I towed my 86 300DB from Jacksonville to NC last year. It is doable. I also did it when diesel was $4.77 a gal with my 03 F-350. I got 7.8mpg! The boat, trailer and trucked weighed in at 22,500lbs. The boat was 12,500.

You will have to get permits for each state you travel through and can only travel during daylight hours and non-holidays (in most southern states).

I bought my trailer in Tampa. I will have to make a few adjustments to get it to fit "properly on the trailer. I had to remove the props, you may have to do the same.

If the boat is in the water have them power wash the hull before placing it on the trailer. It will save you a little work later.

Just take your time and enjoy the trip.
 
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I am "Officially" a proud Sea Ray owner (yeaaa me) as of Friday. Now all I have to do is retrieve.

I have upgraded my 03 Z71 (with 188K miles) to an 06 K2500HD 1LT w/30K miles.

This will be my 3rd long distance trip pulling a boat over 27.5'. (the first from Tampa via West Palm Beach, back to NW Arkansas, weird, and the second from Detroit back to NW Arkansas)
However this time I actually have Good (versus none) trailer brakes and a tow vehicle a bit more suited for the task.

I am starting the "permit pulling" process now as well as all the signs, banners, flags, etc. (5 states worth) Should make my job easier knowing that I can only pull during daylight hours and during the work wek in most states. I usually try to do a "marathon" drive and that is exhausting.

I really appreciate everyones pointers for me out there. We are planing to make the haul from there on 3/16. If there are any of you along the route that have any pointers, I'm always open.

By-the-way, the wife says I really should considering selling some of the other boats so if anyone knows anyone interested in a COMPLETELY RESTORED 1984 Bayliner 2750, let me know. I have 2, believe it or not>
 
Take an appropriately sized jack (10-12 ton with 12-14 inches of lift) and some 4X4s and 2X4s for cribbing. I bought my 290 and trailer last year and the tires looked okay with plenty of tread. I had two blow-outs last season and it is a dangerous situation. I wound up buying all new tires. Take plenty of tools and a grease gun. Plan to spend a bit of time going over the trailer before departure (lights,wheel bearings, adequate straps for transom, etc.) Be well prepared for a breakdown as that is a big load.Here is a pic I snapped along I-75 in the mountains of Tenn. (long day!). Good luck.
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Well after a little bit of trouble, She is now home in NW Arkansas. The "borrowed" trailer did NOT have brakes. Well It did, but after about 11 years of total neglect, none. 1 out of the 6 tires didn't survive. Other than that, piece of cake. Round trip 2500 miles. Average gas milege, 6.5, Time to load boat on trailer, 6 hours!
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Jim, Welcome to the dark side. Congrats on the new toy. :smt001
 
Hey Wayne....Don't tell our "other" friends or I may be Black Balled from the other site...

lol
 
They haven't booted me YET for the crazy thing i post. So you're safe. LOL
 
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