Decided to make a new thread to show my trailer overhaul.
Trailer had its share of surface rust, two mangled fenders, rotten wood, old wiring, worn out jack stand, bad lights, and a winch missing a handle. Last year I replaced the winch with a 2-speed Fulton F2 winch. Also replaced tail lights at that time too.
First step was unloading the boat with a pair of floor jacks, wood blocks, large 12 ton jack stands, and rubber mats.
Then i tore the trailer down to basic frame.
I sanded down the entire trailer and used Rustoleum Rust Reformer on the rusty spots.
After all the rust was treated I put all the metal parts back on with SS hardware.
Trailer was pretty much ready for paint at this point but I did cut all the plywood. One part I did differently here was make the 3 piece of wood behind and in between the fender one piece to give it more strength. Trailer bunks we’re fine so old wood was reused here. All new SS hardware again.
For painting I ended moving in the garage and lifted it 3’ to make it easier to work on using my engine hoists.
Paint was Rustoleum Stops Rust (I’ll get the color later, was a perfect match) thinned with acetone and then added hardener. Two quarts was just enough. First time using a paint gun for me. It’s not perfect but I’m happy with it.
I got the carpet from Wholesale marine. Nice color and nice and dense but am not super happy with it. Seems to Frey easily. We’ll see how it holds up
Jack stand required a few mods to the trailer to fit. Mostly needed a short piece of angle under north to utilize the 3 bolt holes.
Then it was just installing new wires and accessories.
Boat goes back on tomorrow!