[Alberg30] Trailering an Alberg 30

[Michael]

Around here,(flat Eastern Shore country) burning up transmissions is common for those who tow trailers-even equipped with tow packages, tranny coolers, etc. Those trailers weigh a lot less than the 10,000+ lbs. involved in towing an Alberg. If I was looking for a dedicated towing vehicle, I'd look far a manual clutch with a truck transmission (granny gear), and brakes to match. Parts cost for replacing a burned out clutch is less than $100.00, not $1,000 for an automatic.

At some point towing a max. size boat (and just the 8'9" beam of the Alberg qualifies here) with a family vehicle becomes unpractical. Can it be done? yes. Are all the headaches really worth it? That's a personal call, but not to me.

Michael
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  ----- Original Message ----- 
  From: Scott Lynds 
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  Sent: Monday, July 01, 2002 10:27 PM
  Subject: [Alberg30] Trailering an Alberg 30


  What is the general concencus on the best vehicle a person could reasonably tow a 30 for a long distance. What is the average owner using? Is a 3/4 Ton 4x4 up to the task to haul one.....say 1000 miles. I would appreciate any input as I have decided an Alberg 30 is the boat I would ultimately like to own for offshore sailing here in Nova Scotia, and it looks like I may have to venture far afield to find one. Hence, I am in need of a suitable trailer, and my next vehicle (if pratical) should be one to make the journey. I just recently hauled a Catalina 22 back from Lower N.J with my Dodge Caravan and it made the trip without any problem (the van that is, the trailer is another story!!).
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