[Public-List] Would this work???

[Hugh McCormack]

Hello Alfredo,

 

I'm afraid I'm in agreement with Bob.  I don't think the axles would stand up.  Their total capacity is 14000 lbs which is probably close to the combined weight of the boat, cradle and trailer.  Even if there was an excess capacity of weight I would be very worried about the state of the wheel bearings and the impact on them of such a large load.  Spreading the load over an extra axle would help especially given the distance you are thinking of going.  But I don't think that you would be able to add another axle to that trailer.  I might take a chance on two axles if it was only a few miles from the marina to home over a good road.  But I wouldn't go the distance you are looking at.  Better safe than sorry.

 

Regards,

 

Hugh
 
> Date: Sun, 20 Sep 2009 11:35:28 -0700
> From: alberg30sail497 at yahoo.com
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> Subject: [Public-List] Would this work???
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> Hello Group,
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> We're looking to move our Alberg (Free Spirit #497) from NY to Fl or maybe TX. And are thinking of options. We have already contacted commercial shippers and gotten quotes. Moving it our selfs is another option that might bring its own benefits down the road (i.e. hurricanes, storing at home, etc.).
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> Would you please take a look at this set up and share your opinions. 
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> http://tinypic.com/view.php?pic=2lml5k2&s=4
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> The truck is a 1991 F350 7.3 IDI Diesel. I don't know the weight of the trailer. This is just a sample of what is available in my area.
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> Thanks in advance for your help.
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