I am thinking of getting a new trailer for my 2320. I live in San Diego and currently have a 12 year old Pacific galvanized trailer. It is getting worn. I am thinking of getting a new one and wanted to hear the pros and cons of galvanized vs aluminum trailer. Does anybody know of a good manufacture in the So Cal area?
Galvanized vs. Aluminum trailer: Which is better
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I've always considered Aluminum to be less maintenance in a salt water environment? It's also lighter which is a plus. I would recommend getting one with torsion bars vs springs as I also feel that will cut down on maintenance. All JMO. Good luck
A 12 year old galvanized trailer used in salty water doesn't owe you anything. I'd go back with the same thing.
jeffnick
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My rule of thumb is:
If you've got a pretty boat and don't have far to go, aluminum and torsion is the ticket.
If you beat the daylights out of your trailer and have a long way to travel (we went 14,000 miles r/t to Alaska and back) then steel (galvanized) and springs will be your best bet.
If you've got a pretty boat and don't have far to go, aluminum and torsion is the ticket.
If you beat the daylights out of your trailer and have a long way to travel (we went 14,000 miles r/t to Alaska and back) then steel (galvanized) and springs will be your best bet.
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sometimes comparisons are biased
sometimes comparisons are biased
Makoman232
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I agree with the previous comments, it depends on your usage.
I have trailed for various boats for over 20 years and have had many trailers.
Each time it was suggested to me to get a galvanized roller here in the NE. Also after about 8-10 years of heavy use it is best to replace the trailer. Saltwater is just a killer.
Good luck
I have trailed for various boats for over 20 years and have had many trailers.
Each time it was suggested to me to get a galvanized roller here in the NE. Also after about 8-10 years of heavy use it is best to replace the trailer. Saltwater is just a killer.
Good luck
Agree with torsion axles rather than springs.
For one thing, torsion axles give you a lower center of gravity and makes loading and unloading easier, especially in lower water conditions.
I personally prefer bunks over rollers (I've owned both), and I always suggest keel bunks be installed as well.
Keel bunks will assist is centering the boat and also protects the keel from striking the trailer cross braces.
For one thing, torsion axles give you a lower center of gravity and makes loading and unloading easier, especially in lower water conditions.
I personally prefer bunks over rollers (I've owned both), and I always suggest keel bunks be installed as well.
Keel bunks will assist is centering the boat and also protects the keel from striking the trailer cross braces.
I purchased a new trailer for my 2006 2320 about 9 months ago from Wayne at West Coast Trailers in Huntington Beach. I believe it was the TFTD 2682. I couldn't be happier with the quality and service. My boat's been trailered all over CA since and I have no complaints. They had the best price I could find, delivered quickly and the trailer is solid.
