How to Load a Boat on a Trailer
Getting a boat in the water isn't much of a challenge, but getting it back on the trailer can be difficult unless you know what you are doing. It is always helpful to have someone to help, but it is possible to do it alone. Follow these steps.
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Instructions
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Tie the boat at the dock and back the trailer into the water. The main part of the trailer should be submerged.
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Drive the boat onto the trailer, with the propeller lifted to avoid damage. Turn the boat off.
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Get your feet wet. Climb out of the boat and hook a winch strap to the latch rope on the front of the boat.
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Turn the winch until the boat is centered and properly balanced on the trailer. Lock the winch in place.
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Drive the truck forward until the entire trailer is out of the water. Fasten all the securing latch ropes, and make sure that everything is tight and secure.
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Tips & Warnings
If possible have someone to help you by driving the trailer to the water, and helping guide the boat onto the trailer. This will save you a lot of running back and forth.
