Boat trailer selection.

[purl]

I have a 1992 Tundercraft 260 Express.I figure the "wet" weight to be getting close to 7000lbs.
I have a chance to by an 2009 8000lb Venture aluminum I beam bunk trailer at a great price.
I'm wondering if the 8000lb is right for this boat.
Any input would be appreciated.
Jim.....

 

[sugilbert]

Cross country or just local? Quite likely it'll be just fine for either, but absolutely no problem local.

Be sure to check brakes & tires well.

 

[purl]

I like to trailer on a regular basis.Usually no more than a couple hours on major highways.

 

[Regal 2860]

Just remember that usually an 8000 trailer means the weight of the trailer plus the weight of the boat.

 

[surprise]

Check the weight of the trailer. I expect an aluminum 8K# trailer is going to weigh something like 1200#. If that is right, your gross tow weight will be 8200#. An 8,000# trailer won't be enough. Best idea will be to actually weigh the boat, then you will know what you need.