Retrieving - Bringing a boat on the Trailer - Take 2 - with Peters Marine Service

[moyadapne]

Good idea to use park after the emergency brake.  Less dollars for trans repairers! Smooth job.

[cesky69]

good video. I trailer a 22' triple pontoon, it took a long time to figure how to get it on straight. It is still very challenging when the wind is blowing.

[DaMossBergBoss]

@MoeBoater hell no bro, your truck could tow a 26ft sea ray ok? so yea if you did it would be no problem.

[MoeBoater]

How many feet is this boat? Im currently looking into buying a 18-20 ft bowrider, Would my 02 1500 Silverado have trouble hauling a boat this size?

[PetersMarineService]

@MoeBoater This boat is a 23 foot Baja.  Towing weight is around 7,000 lbs. Check with your dealer to see what your truck capacity is. Thank you for the comment.

[kingcrumpet]

Our car can't back the trailer in that far underwater because the car would have to go under too. Is it ok to stop the boat at the end of the trailer and winch it on the trailer? Please answer. Thanks.

[PetersMarineService]

@kingcrumpet Yes, it is fine to winch the boat onto the trailer. It just takes a little more effort. Thank you for the comment.

[mxman95]

@kingcrumpet is what they did considered power loading cause thats illeagal in nj

[Th3MagicRat]

I always use a security line on the bow hook as well in just in case the winch line fails... better safe than sorry!

[Culver128]

we have a master craft prostar 197 on culver lake in nj

[tunerssuckairfilters]

Nice truck. Duramax is the way to go :]

my father is selling his motorcycle and we are looking at getting a small bowrider or something. Can't wait

[cessnawings67]

You guy's are awesome!

[n5rdn]

Put your seat belt on

[Gtaking78]

Did you have the car in 4WD

[PetersMarineService]

@Gtaking78 On this day we did not have the truck in 4WD. If the ramp was wet and slimy that may have been required.

[priecko6]

Isn't that called power loading? running the engine while you're on the trailer? I heard it can create a rut where the engine blows back sediment. Other peoples trailers can get stuck in it....

I'm probably wrong, I don't own a boat yet, just taking the safety course. I'm interested in trailering a boat solo...Is it possible?

[PetersMarineService]

Yes this is considered power loading. If it is properly done there will be no damage to the ramp / lake bottom. To properly power load you should: 1) Make sure your trailer is at the correct level (not too deep or too shallow) this way very little power is required. 2) Trim your outdrive up as far as possible while still being able to maneuver the boat. This will direct the water thrust up / out rather than down and into the ramp material.

[PetersMarineService]

To answer your second question yes it is possible to solo trailer and launch a boat. But as with anything in boating there are many factors that can limit your success. Different ramps, docks available, how busy the ramp is, winds, currents, and your boat size / configuration can all effect a solo launch. So do your research and create a plan (plus a back up plan) before you attempt one.

[sardonz]

As always - a great job and helpful!

Sara

[couz650]

i've seen a lot of people trying your way and the boat always lean on one side...to me, the trailer was too deep in the water but like you said, every boat and trailer is different.

[cchanderson]

@couz650 Yeah man it varies per boat model...This is a heavy boat that has a "deep draft" compared to a light aluminum boat or a shallow bass boat. So it really takes a few times out to figure out where to best stop the trailer. Even then if you have your boat extra loaded down with fuel, food, gear and coolers it could make a noticeable difference so you just need to get to know your gear and how it works...master it. Everyone's is different.

[schlaznger]

Great informative video guys. That little camera has a excellent picture by the way.

[PetersMarineService]

Thanks for your comment Boxchamp... your're right conditions can vary greatly and there are many factors involved. That's why we recommend practicing during the slow times at the boat ramp. Weekdays are best. Then when the bad weather strikes you at least have the basics down. Thanks...

[boxchamp4114]

thats ok, but try doing it with a boat with a cabin or a side canopy in 5 knots cross wind...its near impossible

[USJew]

Thank you..GOOD JOB

[EarDestroyer]

5 stars for baja boat

[teamdougherty]

That was perfect. I wish people at the ramp I use could do that.

[valdi9165]

This is a good way to scrape and damage the underside of your boat if your not very careful. I always guide my 26 foot cruiser on the trailer with the dock line by hand and then use the winch to pull it all the way in while never getting my feet wet.

[PetersMarineService]

Hi Thank you for your comment. Every boat is different. And what works well for one boat may not work well for another. I personally have never scraped or damaged a boat using this method. But it really comes down to what works best for you. Thank you again for your comment.

[keelsfamily]

we have to back in a bit further but ok

[keelsfamily]

that is how we load our boat!

[Jamiecool80]

Thanks!

[hedgehoghunter007]

good vid everyone should be required to watch this before they get in my way.

[bigredxion]

Great Tips! Yall! And Thats A Nice Allison Truck!