Zeon
WNY Crew
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- Buffalo, NY/ Crystal beach, Ontario
Boris: that beach cart/trailer is bad ass. I wish I had that, I hate going down the ramp with my car.
Other Lowered Trailers? Tips? Pics? Any info would be helpful.
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Mark44
Katie's Boss
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- 100% one place
I lowered my trailer because I pulled it behind a Scion xB. Simply make 2 plates for the bottom of the axle and move the axle to the other side of the springs. I also raised the fenders to clear the tires, I think 1 1/2".
Mark44
Mark44
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I know I would feel different if I were launching in freshwater but since I mostly ride saltwater, it never even crosses my mind to back my truck or trailer into the water anymore. I always launch with a beach cart.
Several guys I ride with all haul their skis behind cars too and they all launch with beach carts as well.
The ironic part is, beach carts are more expensive than trailers and much harder to find.
Several guys I ride with all haul their skis behind cars too and they all launch with beach carts as well.
The ironic part is, beach carts are more expensive than trailers and much harder to find.
you can't just flip the axle, the spindles have negative camber to ensure proper trailer tracking. a torsion axle would be your best bet to the point where you can have the spindles above the level of the frame rails. Your car on the other hand... will it high canter on the ramp?
This is the way to do it. All of the fun without waiting for jackasses at the ramp that cannot drive. Boris I am sure that equals at least a few more hours of riding time at the end of the season. Some people do it, some people get it, and some people set the standard.
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The term "flipping" refers to moving the axle from one side of the leaf springs to the other. The orientation of the axle itself should remain the same and therefore the "camber" as well.
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Mark44
Katie's Boss
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- 100% one place
Boris
The Good Old Days
- Location
- The surf-less coast
I have about $150 in that whole deal max not including the trailer.
The cart, wheels, rollers, brackets, hardware,...
I can tow it with just about anything (even with my bike) and never get any salt on any vehicle I tow with. I can still go down a ramp if I feel like it but why?
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MattyBoom
Amsoil Rep/Machine Shop
- Location
- Long Island, NY
I think im gonna start off with the axel "flip" and see what the height looks like... I'll also see if i can get rid of the bunk mounts to lower the ski that way. Then take her to the ramp and see where im at.
I have a beach cart i can bring with me, but its just something else i have to worry about/tow/lock up when i leave the ramp. Plus most ramps around me are steep and slippery and might pose a problem for me dragging it up myself after a long ride.
I would love to get a lighter ski, or even a truck just to tow but fund are lacking.
I'll keey my eyes out for an alum trailer with torsion axels maybe i can flip mine and buy that one, but everyone around me seems to run galvanized
I have a beach cart i can bring with me, but its just something else i have to worry about/tow/lock up when i leave the ramp. Plus most ramps around me are steep and slippery and might pose a problem for me dragging it up myself after a long ride.
I would love to get a lighter ski, or even a truck just to tow but fund are lacking.
I'll keey my eyes out for an alum trailer with torsion axels maybe i can flip mine and buy that one, but everyone around me seems to run galvanized
Mark44
Katie's Boss
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Brotastic
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- Arlington TX
I know this is out of the question for our application but still cool.
Trailing arms with air bags. Not 100% sure how they keep them from swaying, but i've sen sport bikes towed on these mulitple times.
Boris that trailer/ beach cart set up you have is awesome.
To the OP, smaller tires, lowered bunks etc would be a good start as well as a longer trailer to keep you from dipping the car in. The only thing I don't see addressed on all the flipping and lowering blocks is the chance of the axle hitting the hull. I think a dropped axle would be awesome. Do some digging, with all the modifications done to the straight axles on cars from the 30's, there has to be something that will help you achieve what you desire. Nice Audi BTW.
Trailing arms with air bags. Not 100% sure how they keep them from swaying, but i've sen sport bikes towed on these mulitple times.
Boris that trailer/ beach cart set up you have is awesome.
To the OP, smaller tires, lowered bunks etc would be a good start as well as a longer trailer to keep you from dipping the car in. The only thing I don't see addressed on all the flipping and lowering blocks is the chance of the axle hitting the hull. I think a dropped axle would be awesome. Do some digging, with all the modifications done to the straight axles on cars from the 30's, there has to be something that will help you achieve what you desire. Nice Audi BTW.
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Brotastic
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Convert either of those setups to hydraulics and they would be even sweeter.
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I can't agree more... But I have hydraulics on my show truck so i'm biased.
dragginblazer
Do Good Jetski Crew
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- North Richland Hills, TX
flip the axle and get smaller wheels/tires
I flipped the axle on one of my single trailers just because I think everything looks cooler lowered lol
before...
after...
I flipped the axle on one of my single trailers just because I think everything looks cooler lowered lol
before...
after...
Like everyone already suggested you're limited with your options unless you want to do a lot of fab work or get a new trailer.
Your easy options are:
1) Axle over spring flip w/ modded fender brackets if need be. If you go smaller tire it probably is not needed.
2) Lower bunk brackets. Open up the slots if need be to get the bunks to sit on the frame.
3) Rip an inch or so off the bunks themselves(bottom). Whatever amount you can get away with without the ski hitting the brackets or mounthing hardware.
4) Last option IMO. Replace rims and tires for something shorter.
All that could probably get you 4-7 inches.
For backing into water a reversed drop hitch will help, so will a longer tongue. :wall:
Your easy options are:
1) Axle over spring flip w/ modded fender brackets if need be. If you go smaller tire it probably is not needed.
2) Lower bunk brackets. Open up the slots if need be to get the bunks to sit on the frame.
3) Rip an inch or so off the bunks themselves(bottom). Whatever amount you can get away with without the ski hitting the brackets or mounthing hardware.
4) Last option IMO. Replace rims and tires for something shorter.
All that could probably get you 4-7 inches.
For backing into water a reversed drop hitch will help, so will a longer tongue. :wall:
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i just fliped the axle on mine. putting the axle above the leafspring, instead of under it. and moved the fenders up. got it down a good 4 inches or so...
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I'm not aiming for a lowrider but my new project is going to be low as well. I'm looking to buy a tow car and am building a lightweight aluminum trailer. Not only is it low but it's going to be light too. The whole trailer right now is under 200 pounds.
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dragginblazer
Do Good Jetski Crew
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- North Richland Hills, TX
You guys talking about drop hitches do realize that will require you to back further into the water to unload right? I towed my ski all last summer with a bagged truck and would lift the back up so I didn't have to back in to the water at all.