boat trailer how much can boat hang over back ?

[mrpike1973]

hi i have a 14' starcraft boat the wide style. it is kinda heavy i have a 6 hp moter a little small but better than paddling. with the boat on the trailer the boat over hangs from the end of the bunk about 2 feet is this ok. i had it closer but i have to have the boat backed up to the top of the bunks or i cant get it off. i havent noticed any problems i have a weak gut from a injury and i cant just push it off i just dont want to hurt the boat it seems solid is this ok thanks

[AaronM]

Can't you just back the trailer in farther?

[motley man]

I would get a good roller trailer. I can load my 16' boat & motor with just the end of trailer in water. The rear rollers bring boat right in line and a good winch cranks it up.

[mrpike1973]

i would like to back it in further but i've got my 91 olds full station wagon stuck many times last time was 80 dollers to tow me out. if i have a real good deep landing its not to bad a problem but if the bunks are not close to the water i cant budge it.

[SimilarIsland]

You might try some silicone on the bunks, but be careful.

[mrpike1973]

neat idea is that just the spray on kind?

[SimilarIsland]

Yep, just be careful when you back down the ramp that your boat doesn't slide off.