Rubrsidedown

Looking for a decent set of trailer guides for our 275 BAJA/Heritage trailer.

Anyone have any suggestions on a decent set?

Here is a photo of the boat and trailer.

Sydwayz

Have you checked on etrailer.com ?

Also, are you sure you are not loading too deep? What is the issue you are trying to combat? Do you load in a high current/wind area?

Rubrsidedown

No question I'm sure I was in way too deep but I am thinking with wind and current (tidal river) it may be best to get a set.
I really dislike the looks of them but I'd rather be safe than sorry.
Diamond plate on top of the fenders probably won't mix well with gelcoat.


Thanks for the feedback.
Greatly appreciated.

Jeff B In Maine

Sydwayz

I ALWAYS crank on the last 2-sometimes 6 feet. I'm not trying to impress anyone with powerloading. Leave that for the bass boaters.
I just "land" the boat on the bunks; and then crank it the rest of the way on.

And you could always make them removable, like have a 2" square tube bolted or welded to the trailer, and slide the guides in, affixed with a pin that you can remove and stow them.
Trailer guides aren't a perfect placement guarantee, but they do make sure you don't land on a fender. You really have to find the sweet spot on how deep you dip the trailer. Typically, I have the very front bunks of the trailer... about 6-8" of them sticking out of the water. You can always back the trailer down a bit more if needed.

Cash Bar

I made mine quick-release on my old active thunder. I still have the guides but it would probably cost more to ship than they are worth. If you have anyone coming north from Fort Lauderdale you can have them

t500hps

I have always set my trailer in so the boat needs "help" getting the last 3-6 feet up onto the trailer. This usually means the fenders are at or an inch under the waters surface. The bow catches the boat then a little throttle pushes it most of the way up. Find that sweet spot for your rig and you won't need "idiot poles"

Rubrsidedown

Thanks for the tips, suggestions and advice guys.
Greatly appreciated.
We had a 2001 Baja 212 Islander for some 15+ years. I quickly perfected putting it onto the trailer and I'm sure with a little time, nice weather and patience this one shouldn't be a WHOLE lot different.
That being said, both boats have nice bunk trailers.
Our Islander came or an Eagle trailer and our new to us 275 came on a Heritage trailer.
Both seem o be of decent quality. Next time out (whenever the rain and cold weather stops) I will certainly do some experimenting with trailer depth.
It sure would be nice if the landing wasn't overly busy.
I hate like hell to hold anyone up.


Once again thanks for the suggestions and advice (also the offer for your old guides Cash Bar)
VERY nice of you.

Just coming back from the garage from sanding and prepping the outdrive for a little sprucing up. Primer and paint are in order for the weekend. Let's hope it's over 60 deg this weekend up here for decent painting weather or I'll have to run a little space heater to get the job done. :-(

Safe boating everyone.

Jeff B In Maine

Rubrsidedown

Well, we FINALLY had some nice weather today (tomorrow too) and we were able to get the boat out once again.

I made certain I did NOT back the trailer in too deep this time and it worked like a charm.
I will not be needing the trailer guides like I once thought.

I have the Mrs back in slowly to help the boat a little while cranking but it worked VERY slick and couldn't be happier.

Every boat and trailer set up is a little different for sure.

Thanks again guys.




Safe boating!!!!

Jeff B In Maine