Trailer Front support

[GoodCubanito]

Do you guys leave the boat on the trailer using the front jack wheel or do you guys use any type of support to save the front jack?

 

[Seadeals]

I use a jack stand.

 

[Neutron]

If your tongue weight is correct the factory jack is suitable. Mine in 5 seasons old. The wheel sits in wooden block with a cutout cradle for the wheel. It allows to not have to crank it up much

 

[itsdgm]

I use a jack stand

 

[GoodCubanito]

I use a jack stand

Which one? Do you have a pic of it? Thanks

 

[zipper]

I use a couple of pieces of 6x6 timbers to support the tongue. The trailer jack wheel is mounted to the port side rail of my trailer (MFI) and twists the trailer a little bit when supported on the jack wheel. The wood blocks allow me to get the bow higher than the jack wheel and all of the water out of the bilge during the winter storage.

 

[GoodCubanito]

I use a couple of pieces of 6x6 timbers to support the tongue. The trailer jack wheel is mounted to the port side rail of my trailer (MFI) and twists the trailer a little bit when supported on the jack wheel. The wood blocks allow me to get the bow higher than the jack wheel and all of the water out of the bilge during the winter storage.

That is what I am thinking to do... any pics, please?

 

[HangOutdoors]

Jack Stand. Click on my picture in the Signature. It is yellow. Also provides a bit more security since they would have to lift it off the Jack Stand manually or cut the chain I wrap around my jack Wheel that I have swung up and crank that down. I do have the XO mounted and I am sure that it would be fine, but can't hurt taking the weight off of it for extended periods. Additionally, In my mind the trailer is more secure from a safety stand point on a fixed jack stand.

 

[GoodCubanito]

That looks great! I am going to get me a few of those jacks and keep the boat on them during the winter to save the front jack and the tires.

Thanks a lot!

 

[HangOutdoors]

These from Harbor Freight. They are aluminum, much lighter to move around. They also were not part of the recall on the other crappy ones. I have two and will putting them under the boat trailer to lift the wheels for winter storage. I am sure there are others that are better but figure I was good to go at 3 tons each for my boat. My front one is solid steel and it is much heavier. Just a thought. Since I have a harbor freight right down the road it is convenient. Just using the for the boat, I have the full steel yellow ones like show for the garage and car. Hate to be without a set since they would be under the boat if I need them in the garage for the winter.

3 Ton Aluminum Jack Stands

Amazing deals on this 3T Aluminum Jack Stands at Harbor Freight. Quality tools & low prices.

www.harborfreight.com

 

[GoodCubanito]

These from Harbor Freight. They are aluminum, much lighter to move around. They also were not part of the recall on the other crappy ones. I have two and will putting them under the boat trailer to lift the wheels for winter storage. I am sure there are others that are better but figure I was good to go at 3 tons each for my boat. My front one is solid steel and it is much heavier. Just a thought. Since I have a harbor freight right down the road it is convenient. Just using the for the boat, I have the full steel yellow ones like show for the garage and car. Hate to be without a set since they would be under the boat if I need them in the garage for the winter.

3 Ton Aluminum Jack Stands

Amazing deals on this 3T Aluminum Jack Stands at Harbor Freight. Quality tools & low prices.

www.harborfreight.com

These from Harbor Freight. They are aluminum, much lighter to move around. They also were not part of the recall on the other crappy ones. I have two and will putting them under the boat trailer to lift the wheels for winter storage. I am sure there are others that are better but figure I was good to go at 3 tons each for my boat. My front one is solid steel and it is much heavier. Just a thought. Since I have a harbor freight right down the road it is convenient. Just using the for the boat, I have the full steel yellow ones like show for the garage and car. Hate to be without a set since they would be under the boat if I need them in the garage for the winter.

3 Ton Aluminum Jack Stands

Amazing deals on this 3T Aluminum Jack Stands at Harbor Freight. Quality tools & low prices.

www.harborfreight.com

Really, really appreciate your information. Thank you very much!

 

[zipper]

That is what I am thinking to do... any pics, please?

Nothing special here...If you look at the first pic. supported by the jack, you may be able to see the twist in the frame.



Off the jack, on the blocks.

 

[Seadeals]

I like the 6 ton version as the top cradles the frame perfectly and it lets me raise it much higher.

 

[2kwik4u]

I use a jack stand.

same here. Have a shop rag over the top of it to keep from scratching the trailer.

 

[jeffrt]

I've always used the wheel on every boat I've ever owned. Never thought to use a jack stand. I like that idea. I have my wheel jack extended all the way, and it seems pretty flimsy.

 

[itsdgm]

Which one? Do you have a pic of it? Thanks

It’s pretty much exactly what @Seadeals pictured above ☝?

 

[GoodCubanito]

Got one at Tractor Trailer (6 Ton one, $34.00) that works like a champ... will purchase two more to keep the trailer off the tires for winter... I am planning to remove tires, keep them in my garage and I am also planning to cover the axles to protect them... Thank you all for your assistance.

 

[Zechbruder]

Ran across this thread while looking for info about replacing my trailer jack (thinking about this one because I could get 32.25" from pivot to ground - https://www.etrailer.com/Trailer-Jack/Ark/ARK54FR.html )

Anyway, I welded a bow stand last year with some pieces of mild steel tubing to give me enough height to make sure every thing drained. Also, when I winterized, I put the rear on 6 ton stands to get the suspension unloaded and used cinder blocks to get more height at the bow. It takes a floor jack and a high-lift to get this in the air, so maybe this one won't get stolen like our 16ft Seadoo did. Our winter isn't usually severe, and I don't have room to store the tires, so I left them on this time. Plus, Summer will be here in Texas before we know it, so saved me a step.

 

[kgower]

I used a jack stand for 17 years with my SeaDoo PWC. Must have worked as I never had to replace the trailer stand.

He is beefier option I'm considering for the new boat;

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001F0IB14/?coliid=IVBV9Q3K5OEQ2&colid=3ANUN8YSARKIP&psc=1&ref_=lv_ov_lig_dp_it

Will probably continue to use a jack stand. Will also get the tires of he ground during the winter.

 

[PeterB]

I use four scissors jacks and lift the trailer so there is no weight on the axles, tires or front jack. I’ve done this for years and figure it as lows down potential thieves too!