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Trailer

Posted: Tue May 03, 2016 8:40 am
by jlwestberg
Sorry for what has probably been answered numerous time, but I didn't find the thread.
I am looking for a new trailer for a 1946 Chris Craft U-22.
Any suggestions?

Re: Trailer

Posted: Tue May 03, 2016 9:00 am
by drrot
Where are you located?

Re: Trailer

Posted: Tue May 03, 2016 11:59 pm
by jlwestberg
Northern Idaho.

Re: Trailer

Posted: Wed May 04, 2016 7:56 am
by mbigpops
If you are not in an area with a large population of these boats then you will be paying a lot for a custom trailer.

If no one responds from your area then you can try and do as I did and find a base stock inboard style trailer with bunks then hopefully they will work with you on the options that you want:

Number of axles
Swing Tongue
Surge brakes (check your state laws on this)
LED lights
Custom bow stop

Mark

Re: Trailer

Posted: Wed May 04, 2016 8:00 am
by ice nine
I would give Ryan Trailers a call in Portland. Little bit of a hike, but worth the trip. They are well versed in wood boat trailer construction.

Re: Trailer

Posted: Wed May 04, 2016 10:19 am
by maritimeclassics
Call Don at McCall Boat Works he is in your area and a great guy to work with. (208) 941-5402

Re: Trailer

Posted: Wed May 04, 2016 10:24 am
by maritimeclassics
If for some reason that does not work call me and Phoenix Trailers can build you one and ship it. I'm pretty sure they have the measurements for that boat so it would be fixed and a custom trailer as basic or fancy as you want. They build a beautiful trailer.

Re: Trailer

Posted: Wed May 04, 2016 11:17 pm
by jlwestberg
Thank you all.

I have family in Portland which makes that easy, and I need to contact the McCall folks on some repair issues.

Again, Thanks.

Re: Trailer

Posted: Sat May 07, 2016 7:39 am
by Don Vogt
I will second the mention of ryan trailers. We have one for our boat. He does a fantastic job, and has the virtue of being here in the nw. A top quality product.

I dont see you listed as an inland empire acbs chapter member. Can we interest you in joining? a nice group of people who put on an annual show in Sandpoint, the week end after the 4th of July, and numerous other activities. Thanks.

Re: Trailer

Posted: Sat May 07, 2016 9:40 am
by QuickChange
EZ Loader trailer in Spokane builds a great woody boat trailer. I have one under my 1959 Capri. Really a class trailer.

Contact me if interested in Inland Empire ACBS. Great group.

Also, Andy Kerfoot at Wood Boat Endevor in Post Falls is a great woody boat restorer. National awards earned.

Re: Trailer

Posted: Tue May 10, 2016 10:29 pm
by jlwestberg
Don and QuickChange,

I will be joining the IE ACBS.
Short story is that I have U-22-329 bought new by my grandfather. Restored by my parents in the late 60s. Very nice amateur restoration, still in pretty good shape, and used by the family. Not in the water for 10+years.
I also have U-22-252 bought new by my uncle. It has a ventilated hard top. It has some damage due to an interim owner trying to start it by using an air compressor to blow gas from the gas tank to the engine. Looks to me like a very good fixer upper.
I have been distracted by work and have just started to focus on the boat/boats. They will be returned to Priest Lake where they grew up.
Thank you for the input. I expect to be in touch in the future for the guidance that I will need.

Re: Trailer

Posted: Wed May 11, 2016 1:13 am
by Doug P
Where are you working on them?

Re: Trailer

Posted: Wed May 11, 2016 8:36 am
by Don Vogt
Great. Sounds like you have 2 neat boats and a project. Most of the chapter members will be at the sandpoint show in july, so please come if you can and introduce yourself. I am sure your story would be of interest in the chapter magazine, the Inland Empire Scuttlebutt. Do post some pictures if you get a chance. The U 22 with the ventilating hardtop is not all that common and a neat contrast to the 22' custom sedan of the period.

Looking forward to meeting you.

Re: Trailer

Posted: Thu May 12, 2016 7:24 am
by jlwestberg
Doug, I am in the Moscow, Idaho area. We have done most everything ourselves. The damaged boat will need professional work, and we are looking from McCall north.

Re: Trailer

Posted: Thu May 12, 2016 10:47 am
by Doug P
jlwestberg wrote:Doug, I am in the Moscow, Idaho area. We have done most everything ourselves. The damaged boat will need professional work, and we are looking from McCall north.
Most in the area will be attending the Sandpoint show the second weekend in July. Good time to get info.

Re: Trailer

Posted: Fri May 13, 2016 7:32 am
by jlwestberg
Sandpoint is currently on my schedule. Will have photos and lots of questions.