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America’s Boating Course 3 rd Edition

Trailering Chapter 4 Section 14. America’s Boating Course 3 rd Edition. >>. Trailer Types. Bunk – fixed, padded supports Roller – boat rests on rollers Single & multiple axles. >>. 2. Size & Load. Must be sized for the boat

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America’s Boating Course 3 rd Edition

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  1. Trailering Chapter 4 Section 14 America’s Boating Course3rd Edition >>

  2. Trailer Types • Bunk – fixed, padded supports • Roller – boat rests on rollers • Single & multiple axles >> 2

  3. Size & Load • Must be sized for the boat • Weight capacity – boat + motor + trailer + 15% extra for gear • Tongue weight – 5-7% of total >> 3

  4. Trailer Tires • Small wheels rotate faster • Heavy loads Pressure & condition are critical >> 4

  5. Bearing Protectors • Water causes corrosion • Positive seal created • Keep hub packed with waterproof grease >> 5

  6. Safety Chains • A backup to hitch ball • Always cross chains under tongue • Insert S-hook from bottom of hole – not • top >> 6

  7. Winches • Loads boat on trailer • Connect to eye on boat • Beware cable tension • Less tension with rollers • Check for wear >> 7

  8. Wheel Jack • Elevates tongue over ball • Easier to couple & un-couple • Keep lubricated >> 8

  9. Tie-Downs • Braided straps • Bow tie-down • Transom tie-down • Gunwale tie-down • Ratchet to tighten >> 9

  10. Trailer Lights • Connected to vehicle • Must match vehicle lights • Side markers required • Meet state requirements • Registration • Inspection >> 10

  11. Tow Vehicle • Power to accommodate trailer • Check vehicle specifications • Extra cooling • Heavy-duty brakes • Wiring for trailer lights >> 11

  12. Hitch Systems • Class of hitch based on tongue weight/load • Adjust tongue weight by moving boat or axle • Mounted to frame - preferred >> 12

  13. Tools Trailer Checklist Checklist: • Emergency equipment • Rear-view mirrors correctly positioned • Equipment inside the boat tied down and secure • Boat drained of water; drain plug installed • Coupler fully seated on ball and locked • Safety chains installed correctly • Electrical harness connected • Vehicle and trailer lights working • Boat securely attached to trailer • Tongue jack in full “up” position and locked • Outboard motors/stern drives in up position • Projections over the stern clearly marked • Upward projections lowered and tied down, or removed • Vehicle and trailer tires; correct air pressure • Wheel lug nuts tight on all wheels >> 13

  14. Hold your course when being passed Trailer Operation • Vehicle handles differently – acceleration, stopping, turning, passing • Trailers tend to sway • Use your mirrors • Practice backing in parking lot • Straighten vehicle-boat on ramp >> 14

  15. Prepare away from ramp Minimize time on ramp Park away from ramp area Disconnect trailer lights Install drain plug Raise engine, or remove trailering supports Let bearings cool Remove tie-down straps Leave winch connected Install lines & fenders Launching Actions: >> 15

  16. Launching • Keep vehicle tires out of water • Set brakes on vehicle • Release winch cable • Move boat away from ramp Disconnect >> 16

  17. Retrieving • Put trailer bunks under water • Align boat with trailer • Connect winch cable & winch in • Prepare for travel away from ramp • Drain water, remove marine life >> 17

  18. Sailboat Trailering • Travel with mast down & stowed • Watch for power lines • Step & un-step mast on solid ground >> 18

  19. Trailer Maintenance • Inspect trailer after use • Check cables, tie-downs, components Check tires, wheels, bearings, lights >> 19

  20. Wheel Bearings Trailer Maintenance • Grease bearings as required • Check for loose nuts, bolts, fittings • Store trailer on flat ground • Elevate tongue so boat drains >> 20

  21. Theft Prevention Defend against theft: • Store boat & trailer out of sight • Secure / lock coupler • Remove expensive electronics • Cover your boat • Remove keys • Remove one trailer wheel • Record all serial numbers and HIN LAST 21

  22. End Section 14 END

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