Thread subject: Whaler Central - Boston Whaler Boat Information and Photos :: Garage Clearance

Posted by Grey Growler on 05/02/09 - 5:18 PM
#1

What is the vertical garage opening and depth necessary to accommodate a 2006 Montauk 170 CC with a Karavan trailer and swing-away tongue. Stated differently, what is the height above ground of the boat on the trailer and the oveall length of the rig? If I already owned the boat, I could do the measurements myself, but at the moment I'm considering a purchase and would prefer not to trust a saleman's measurments or buy a boat that may not fit my garage. Thanks for the guidance.

Posted by Phil T on 05/02/09 - 6:14 PM
#2

Grey-

Welcome to WC.

For length:

Typically, it is the LOA of the hull, plus 2 feet for the engine in the tilted down position + 3' for the trailer. I would say 23' front to back.

For height, a 7' door height will work. If tight, you can lower the bow to have the console rail clear the door and then raise it back up.


Posted by wrangler on 05/03/09 - 11:12 AM
#3

My Montauk on the trailer without the swing tongue is 23' long, 7' 6'' wide on a Magic Tilt trailer and 6'6" high. It will clear a 7' door, You can stand next to the boat on the trailer and estimate the height or bring the tape measure and measure it yourself. Use a adjustable front trailer wheel and crank it up or down to adjust the height.