Thread subject: Whaler Central - Boston Whaler Boat Information and Photos :: will a 17' montauk fit in a standard garage?
Posted by ossnap on 03/09/09 - 6:41 PM
#1
Hi all,
I stumbled upon this forum while doing some research. I'm am considering buying an 83 Montauk 17 and I am wondering what my chances are of getting it in my garage. The garage measures front to back 19'6" and top to bottom clearance about 7'. I'm pretty sure I'd have to get a swing or removable tongue if it's even possible but I'm worried about the height. I just thought I'd ask here before I go take a look. Many thanks!
-Tony
Posted by jquigley on 03/09/09 - 6:45 PM
#2
You should be fine. You are right about the swing-away tongue though.
Posted by Phil T on 03/09/09 - 7:08 PM
#3
From when I had my Montauk
Boat 17'
Motor trimmed down ~ 2 ft
Trailer tongue ~ 2'ft.
To get my boat in my garage, I blocked the side channels and unbolted the tongue. My trailer had a crossmember and tabs with holes. There was one bolt. Stored the tongue with the bow stop and trailer jack under the bow. Warning - It is heavy and awkward.
Take a look at your trailer and see how hard it is to remove the tongue.
Posted by CES on 03/09/09 - 7:27 PM
#5
19'6" is pretty deep for a Texas garage....mine is only 18" deep. You're lucky if you have a garage that big.
Posted by Phil T on 03/09/09 - 7:51 PM
#6
I noticed you stated a concern about height. The total height of the boat will be dependent on the trailer. If it sits above the wheels or inside them.
While the console rail is the highest point, you can always drop the jack and lower the tongue on the floor to get the rail through, then raise it up.
Posted by DesertSport on 03/09/09 - 8:08 PM
#7
My (little one car) garage is 18'. My 15' just fits WITH a removable tongue.
It fits fine in the 2-car (big) garage but I have two cars in there.:)
Posted by ossnap on 03/09/09 - 8:46 PM
#8
Thanks for all of the quick and informative replies. I am hoping to go look at the boat later this week, and maybe make a decision by the weekend. I'll be sure to take a tape measure with me when I go to verify some measurements. I was getting worried at first but it looks like this may be promising after all.
Posted by HarleyFXDL on 03/10/09 - 6:43 AM
#9
I put my Montauk in my std garage but had to angle the trailer (did not have swing away tongue).
Posted by Guts on 03/10/09 - 10:12 AM
#10
HarleyFXDL wrote:
I put my Montauk in my std garage but had to angle the trailer (did not have swing away tongue).
ditto