Thread subject: Whaler Central - Boston Whaler Boat Information and Photos :: best way to store boat?
Posted by In2Deep on 11/17/08 - 11:32 AM
#1
Well the 83'Outrage will be delivered this week,and after measuring the garage(24') I dont think it will fit on the trailer. So whats the best way to back the trailer in ,lift the boat (from underneath) and place on stands ,then pull the trailer out. With the intention of reversing everything in the spring. Thanks.
Posted by moose on 11/17/08 - 11:53 AM
#2
Jerry,
The easiest way is to leave it at my house. I'll make sure it gets fed, watered and walked on a regular basis.
Mike
Posted by Jeff on 11/17/08 - 11:53 AM
#3
Build a cradle on dollies and remove the boat from the trailer outside of the garage. Then roll the boat and cradle into the garage. Much easier that way. Sliding the boat off the trailer is a breeze, as I have done it with a 22 outrage in about 15 minutes.
Posted by Blue_Northern on 11/17/08 - 12:23 PM
#4
Scott has built one you can model yours after.
CLICK HERE to see a picture of his. He also had a great method for getting it put on the cradle -- you can read about it in the
THREAD discussing his project.
Edited by Blue_Northern on 11/17/08 - 12:24 PM
Posted by CES on 11/17/08 - 12:23 PM
#5
I diddo Jeff. Also, can you put a new tongue on your trailer that you could pull a pin and rotate it towards the rear, out of the way? I've seen folding tongues on a lot of trailers.
Posted by In2Deep on 11/17/08 - 5:50 PM
#6
moose,Lafette is too far away,but thanks for the offer,I do like the dolly and I have thought about the folding tongue,when the boat arrives tomorrow Ill probably angle it in the garage till I either winterize her or do one of the above,dolly or folding tongue,thanks,Jerry
Posted by HarleyFXDL on 11/18/08 - 6:14 PM
#7
According to my wife, the best way to store a boat is on someone else's property. :@
Posted by In2Deep on 11/20/08 - 11:20 AM
#8
as long as its not th mistress's!