boat trailer question

[Gary Platt]

I have recently purchased a '04 882 with no trailer. I have found a trailer at bass pro for a '04 898. Does anyone know for sure if my boat will work with this trailer? I have called nitro and was told it "should" be ok, but service guy at bass pro says no. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

 

[Rob LaMoy]

Service guy should know. Also try looking up Trailmaster trailers on line. The bunks have to line up with your chines or she won't load and ride right.

 

[Gary Platt]

thanks!

 

[Rob LaMoy]

Plus the 898 is a longer boat, trailer will be too long and your lower unit will likely hit the trailer loading. Shop it around.

 

[Mini]

MOST bow stanchions can be moved to accomodate different length boats.

 

[Gary Platt]

If I move the stanchion back would that have an effect on the weight distribution? Probably need to just find another trailer. May be a good deal on trailer, but I would hate to screw something just to save a few bucks. But a dual axle trailer would really be nice. Thanks for all of the advice.

 

[Gene B]

The stanchion on my 896 (2001) can't be moved back any more at all. Theres only about 6" of adjustment to it and it's all the way back. There's a cross bar in front of the spare tire.

Gene

 

[Jimmy Easterling]

Gene, did that spare tire carrier come on your trailor or did you add it? I am in the planning process of having one made for my single axle. I bought the side mount but didn't like the way it looked.