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 May 8 2008, 06:51 PM
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 *Suretus Anus*  Group: Members Posts: 314 Joined: 6-April 08 From: Brooky Member No.: 2,582  |
Guys i noticed my boat sitting on the wheel hubs yesterday and on a closer look i saw a crack in the base.
Its not the actual axle that goes across the wheels. I have a bar running across the trailer on each side of the axle. One is cracked and the other is about to. I have over 600 kg sitting on it. Is it fixable???
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May 8 2008, 08:18 PM
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Marlin Group: Moderator Posts: 1,388 Joined: 9-November 07 From: lidcombe Member No.: 1,004 |
QUOTE (salty fil @ May 9 2008, 12:51 PM)  Guys i noticed my boat sitting on the wheel hubs yesterday and on a closer look i saw a crack in the base. Its not the actual axle that goes across the wheels. I have a bar running across the trailer on each side of the axle. One is cracked and the other is about to. I have over 600 kg sitting on it. Is it fixable??? Yes it is fixable, the xmember needs to be cut out and a new one put in, in it's place. I doubt that that one beam is the sole problem with the trailer though, I suspect much more to be wrong then just one xmember. I need to have a look at the trailer for a better assestment. -------------------- Frank
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May 8 2008, 09:34 PM
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*Suretus Anus* Group: Members Posts: 314 Joined: 6-April 08 From: Brooky Member No.: 2,582 |
[quote name='nimrod' date='May 9 2008, 02:18 PM' post='16395']
Yes it is fixable, the xmember needs to be cut out and a new one put in, in it's place. I doubt that that one beam is the sole problem with the trailer though, I suspect much more to be wrong then just one xmember. I need to have a look at the trailer for a better assestment. [/quote Your right Frank. I just finished cleaning the boat and from jumping in and out i noticed the other xmember has cracked also! There goes my fishing for a while, my favourite month for it aswell! Im in Brookvale, is it to dangerous to drive it towards you for a "better assesment"? I know that you have good knowledge with these things from following your posts on here and from the other place. |
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May 8 2008, 09:49 PM
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 *FruitLoop* 53 Group: Donator Posts: 2,043 Joined: 13-April 07 From: Out in the sticks Member No.: 3 |
Judging by the external rust, Id say that the internals are quite rusted also and Nope, I wouldnt drive anywhere far with it..
Possable quick solution would be to raise the weight off the trailer and straighten the crossbeams and sleeve the full length with some c section and weld into place. It would be a very temp repair though and it would best be to get the boat off the trailer and have the complete trailer checked and repaired or replaced.. Might cost a few dollars but not as much as replacing your boat? |
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May 8 2008, 11:18 PM
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 the yack man Group: Donator Posts: 2,165 Joined: 13-April 07 From: paradise beach Member No.: 4 |
yep get the boat off the trailer so a full check can be carried out, i don't think it a good idea to tow it with the boat on, salty this may seem a dumb question, but do u know how to get it off on dry land ?????????
-------------------- bugger it's sold,got meself a house instead
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May 9 2008, 12:14 AM
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*Suretus Anus* Group: Members Posts: 314 Joined: 6-April 08 From: Brooky Member No.: 2,582 |
QUOTE (poly @ May 9 2008, 05:18 PM) yep get the boat off the trailer so a full check can be carried out, i don't think it a good idea to tow it with the boat on, salty this may seem a dumb question, but do u know how to get it off on dry land ????????? Ive heard things like dropping it on tyres. It is not a dumb question so please explain. The problem isnt dropping it. Its where and for how long. Some ideas would be great on dropping it. Thanks. |
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May 9 2008, 12:17 AM
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 The Guru Group: Root Admin Posts: 1,035 Joined: 13-April 07 From: Sydney western suburbs Member No.: 1 |
That is one nasty crack, get the boat off it and it can be fixed by a few simple welds and the bars being replaced.
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May 9 2008, 01:46 AM
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*FruitLoop* 53 Group: Donator Posts: 2,043 Joined: 13-April 07 From: Out in the sticks Member No.: 3 |
a franna crane!!!!!!!!!!!!
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May 9 2008, 03:15 AM
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 Twoeyesea Group: Members Posts: 825 Joined: 21-December 07 From: Gods Country Member No.: 1,659 |
The last time i saw a crack That big, was in that "marlin fishing" report photo.. on Jumpy's boat
-------------------- Don't hate me, cause you ain't me... :)
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May 9 2008, 03:22 AM
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Marlin Group: Moderator Posts: 1,388 Joined: 9-November 07 From: lidcombe Member No.: 1,004 |
QUOTE (salty fil @ May 9 2008, 06:14 PM) Ive heard things like dropping it on tyres. It is not a dumb question so please explain. The problem isnt dropping it. Its where and for how long. Some ideas would be great on dropping it. Thanks. If you want me to come to your place and drop the boat on your lawn, tow the trailer back to my place, fix the trailer, take it back to you and fit the boat back on the trailer. I could take tyres over,etc. You better send me a PM with your address and details, phone number etc, so we can work out a price for you. If you want to do it from someone closer to you it's your call. All I can tell you at this stage is that I can do the job for you a lot cheaper then a registered trailer workshop will do. -------------------- Frank
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May 9 2008, 03:44 AM
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BEN 10kg Group: Members Posts: 1,024 Joined: 14-August 07 From: Sydney Member No.: 370 |
QUOTE (nimrod @ May 9 2008, 09:22 PM) If you want me to come to your place and drop the boat on your lawn, tow the trailer back to my place, fix the trailer, take it back to you and fit the boat back on the trailer. I could take tyres over,etc. You better send me a PM with your address and details, phone number etc, so we can work out a price for you. If you want to do it from someone closer to you it's your call. All I can tell you at this stage is that I can do the job for you a lot cheaper then a registered trailer workshop will do. you are a one of a kind frank, well done, thats good of you helpin out all the members 
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May 9 2008, 04:06 AM
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 Shark Group: Members Posts: 322 Joined: 18-August 07 From: Camden SOuth Member No.: 393 |
Salty, take Frank up on his offer...I'v seen his work first hand and it will be well worth it even at double his price!
I used to work at a boat yard mate and when dropping hulls onto the deck just put 2 car tyres under the arse end either side to support the hull at the rear then as you lower the front end only one tyre is needed to keep her off the ground.....Highly recommend you connect the trailer to your car and very slowly move forward as the boats coming off-saves the front of the trailer from lifting also the trailer can take off once the arse end comes down....You will maybe want to put something between the guards and your hull to prevent scratching-a thick woolen or synthetic blanket will do the trick and just jack-up the centre of the crack to raise the hull from the guards then put the blanket between the hull and guards!! -------------------- AAAAHhhhhhhh, I just wanna fish!!!!
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May 9 2008, 01:35 PM
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*Suretus Anus* Group: Members Posts: 314 Joined: 6-April 08 From: Brooky Member No.: 2,582 |
I will definitely take you up on your offer Frank. I just have to figure where to drop the boat. I have no access to my backyard for it.
Thanks for all the help guys. |
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May 10 2008, 03:05 AM
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 His Eminance Group: Administrators Posts: 5,725 Joined: 13-April 07 From: Sydney Member No.: 2 |
You'll stuff up the boat moving it about on that trailer & have 2 options
* get some throw out tyres tie back of boat to something secure then slowly drive away, make sure you've undone the safety chain & winch cable 1st. Every foot or so stop & throw a couple of tyres under the boat till it's right off the trailer. You'll have to unboat the trailer to get it repaired anyways. * [quick repair option] Get some steel plates aroud 6mm & have them pre drilled Jack up the traler so as it lifts & crack closes then drill & bolt the plates onto the split channel using high tensil bolts ps] this is only a temp repair & you should not tow like that for long but it will get you mobile. --------------------  Save The Fish, Eat a Pussy |
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May 11 2008, 11:35 PM
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*Suretus Anus* Group: Members Posts: 314 Joined: 6-April 08 From: Brooky Member No.: 2,582 |
Frank i sent you a PM with my number a few days ago. I dont know if you got it, maybe your inbox is full.
If you didnt let me know and il re do it. Got a quiet week this week at work so if its suitable with you id love to get on to it. Also i have to speak to the marina beforehand to see if i can stash the boat there. Thanks mate. |
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May 12 2008, 02:26 AM
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Marlin Group: Moderator Posts: 1,388 Joined: 9-November 07 From: lidcombe Member No.: 1,004 |
QUOTE (salty fil @ May 12 2008, 05:35 PM) Frank i sent you a PM with my number a few days ago. I dont know if you got it, maybe your inbox is full. If you didnt let me know and il re do it. Got a quiet week this week at work so if its suitable with you id love to get on to it. Also i have to speak to the marina beforehand to see if i can stash the boat there. Thanks mate. Fil. Got it OK, I have to go and see the doctor tomorrow sometime so will give you a call after that, and make arrangements for me to come and pick up the trailer. -------------------- Frank
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May 12 2008, 02:59 AM
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*Suretus Anus* Group: Members Posts: 314 Joined: 6-April 08 From: Brooky Member No.: 2,582 |
Ok. Thanks mate. Didnt want to sound like i was breaking them, just didnt know if you got it.
Good luck at the doctor mate, talk soon. |
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May 12 2008, 03:48 AM
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His Eminance Group: Administrators Posts: 5,725 Joined: 13-April 07 From: Sydney Member No.: 2 |
QUOTE (nimrod @ May 12 2008, 08:26 PM) Fil. Got it OK, I have to go and see the doctor tomorrow sometime Should've told me earlier Frank ! I would've put on my Dr Jumpus overcoat 
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May 12 2008, 01:02 PM
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 Kokino Vraka Group: Members Posts: 1,001 Joined: 24-July 07 From: Earth Member No.: 220 |
QUOTE (Jumpus GooDarus @ May 12 2008, 09:48 PM) I would've put on my Dr Jumpus overcoat Only if you are sick. Then you have to see a doctor. Not just the overcoat. |
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May 16 2008, 08:44 PM
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*Suretus Anus* Group: Members Posts: 314 Joined: 6-April 08 From: Brooky Member No.: 2,582 |
Ok fellas. Frank came over earlier and we got the boat onto the driveway and now the trailers on its way to his place for repairs.
I was abit nervous watching it slide onto the tyres but it all went good. Once again, i want to thank Frank for taking the time to come all this way and take the trailer back home. Hopefully i can be back on the water fishing again. Missed out on the comp this weekend. |
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