[Rhodes22-list] Axle location

Sat May 22 06:23:14 EDT 2021

Mike,

The 3 attached links will take you to the photo archive for images of the rear trailer jacks on my boat trailer.  As you can see, the rear trailer jacks pivot up for trailering, swing down to stabilize the back of the trailer for parking & using the boarding ladder, and are removable for launching/retrieving.  They attach to a mount welded onto the trailer frame and lock in position with a quick release pin.  For winter storage, they will take the weight off the trailer tires to prevent flat spots.  As the 2nd picture shows, they will raise the trailer wheels high enough to change a tire.   You can also use them, along with the tongue jack, to level out the boat if you ever want to use your R-22 as a travel trailer.  Now, you can wake up in the morning and literally look down on your fellow campers!  Plus, you are up high enough that your pop top camper is practically critter proof.  I installed these back in 1995 and I’ve been very satisfied.  Stan should make these a factory option.

Roger Pihlaja
S/V Dynamic Equilibrium

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From: Tom Van Heule<mailto:tom.vanheule at intrinsicprograms.com>
Sent: Friday, May 21, 2021 4:32 PM
To: The Rhodes 22 Email List<mailto:rhodes22-list at rhodes22.org>
Subject: Re: [Rhodes22-list] Axle location

Roger, you asked what's wrong with too much young weight.  It risks your
steering wheels (front of tow vehicle) lifting off the ground... Which
means loss of control potentially.

There is one haneous bump by our off ramp.  I swear the front wheels lifted
off.
I was going too fast for the bump.... In a 35mph zone.  And had over 400 on
the tounge.  It was when I was taking her to storage in the fall.

On Fri, May 21, 2021, 2:59 PM Michael D. Weisner <mweisner at ebsmed.com>
wrote:

> I was always trained to jack up the trailer during storage. I use two
> additional trailer jacks, one on each side, rated for the weight, located
> just behind the wheels. This also prevents tipping when I climb up the
> boarding ladder after placing the battery in the stern.
>
> Tires should not be kept in contact with pavement as the oils from asphalt
> will damage the rubber.
>
> Mike
> s/v Wind Lass ('91)
> Nissequogue River, NY
> I’d rather be sailing :~)
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Rhodes22-list <rhodes22-list-bounces at rhodes22.org> On Behalf Of
> Thomas s
> Sent: Friday, May 21, 2021 3:51 PM
> To: The Rhodes 22 Email List <rhodes22-list at rhodes22.org>
> Subject: Re: [Rhodes22-list] Axle location
>
> What is the purpose of the plywood between the tire and pavement?
>
> Tom
>
> > On May 21, 2021, at 2:43 PM, Michael D. Weisner <mweisner at ebsmed.com>
> wrote:
> >
> > Below are some tire pressure recommendations from Discount Tire. The
> most important is:
> >
> > A TRAILER TIRE SHOULD BE INFLATED TO THE MAXIMUM INFLATION DESIGNATED ON
> THE SIDEWALL OF THE TIRE TO PROVIDE THE FULL LOAD CARRYING CAPACITY.
> >
> >
> > Maintaining Proper Air Pressure
> >    A trailer tire should be inflated to the maximum inflation designated
> on the sidewall of the tire to provide the full load carrying capacity.
> >    The best time to check the air pressure is when the tire is cool to
> the touch, and not right after the tire was in operation.
> >    If the tire is warm from operation, add 3 psi over the maximum
> inflation to compensate for the increased pressure from heat buildup.
> >
> > Load Carrying Capacity
> >    All tires should be identical in size, brand, model, and load for the
> tires to properly manage the weight of the trailer.
> >    In order to safely distribute and carry the weight of the trailer and
> its contents, the tires must have the combined load carrying capacity to
> meet or exceed the weight of the trailer.
> >    If a tire fails on a tandem axle trailer, you should replace both
> tires on that side. The remaining tire is likely to have been subjected to
> excessive loading.
> >    If the tires are replaced with tires of larger diameter, the tongue
> height of your trailer may need to be adjusted to maintain proper weight
> distribution.
> >
> > Service Life
> >    Trailer tires are limited by time and use, instead of being designed
> for use until the tread is completely worn out.
> >    After three years in service, approximately one third of the tires
> strength is gone.
> >    It is best to replace your trailer tires every 3-4 years even if the
> remaining tread looks good.
> >    Prior to each use, inspect the tires for any cuts, snags, punctures,
> or bulges, as well as ensuring each tire is properly inflated.
> >    When trailer tires are not in use or are in storage try to store in a
> cool, dark garage at maximum tire inflation with material between the tire
> and pavement (like a thin piece of plywood). Tire covers can help protect
> the tires if stored in direct sunlight.
> >
> > Mike
> > s/v Wind Lass ('91)
> > Nissequogue River, NY
> > I’d rather be sailing :~)
> >
> >
> >
> > -----Original Message-----
> > From: Rhodes22-list <rhodes22-list-bounces at rhodes22.org> On Behalf Of
> ROGER PIHLAJA
> > Sent: Friday, May 21, 2021 3:21 PM
> > To: The Rhodes 22 Email List <rhodes22-list at rhodes22.org>
> > Subject: Re: [Rhodes22-list] Axle location
> >
> > Cary,
> >
> > Agreed!  This is yet another reason to have a tandem axle trailer.
> >
> > Roger Pihlaja
> > S/V Dynamic Equilibrium
> >
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> >
> > From: Cary Tolbert<mailto:retiredtoby at gmail.com>
> > Sent: Friday, May 21, 2021 3:00 PM
> > To: The Rhodes 22 Email List<mailto:rhodes22-list at rhodes22.org>
> > Subject: Re: [Rhodes22-list] Axle location
> >
> > For what it is worth, LOW tire pressure on the trailer will also affect
> the sway.  Yeah, been there.
> > Cary.
> >
> >
> >
>
>

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