226 / 228 Seafarer Trailer Size?

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In my search for a Seafarer, I'm finding a few that don't have trailers. What size trailer would I need? Probably will not buy a new one just borrow or buy a used one. 23 ? 24? Thanks.
 
I put a new one under mine when I bought my boat. Picked it up from Loadmaster in Tampa Model number is 2224-7TD. That said, thinking my trailer will fit a 22'-24' hull. I have it rigged out with double spares with spindles, disc brakes on both axles, torsion axles also. Being in Kentucky, my boat sees a lot of road time running to South Carolina and Florida. I'll be heading to Lake Erie in the spring to try my hand at Walleye fishing. True trailer boat. 20171228_154519.jpg
 
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I purchased a LoadMaster 2224 with torsion axles and electric over hydraulic brakes. Very pleased with it. I drove to Norfolk, VA to pickup at dealer (have some family a few hrs from there).
 
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I put a new one under mine when I bought my boat. Picked it up from Loadmaster in Tampa Model number is 2224-7TD. That said, thinking my trailer will fit a 22'-24' hull. I have it rigged out with double spares with spindles, disc brakes on both axles, torsion axles also. Being in Kentucky, my boat sees a lot of road time running to South Carolina and Florida. I'll be heading to Lake Erie in the spring to try my hand at Walleye fishing. True trailer boat. View attachment 6290
That is one beautiful set up!
 
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sexy trailer.

my only comment is don't buy one bigger than you need as they are a pita to store as it is.
 
Load Rite or 5 Starr trailer are great. DONT go used. Not worth the headache. Get the 5800# .
 
Regardless of brand, you are going to want one that is rated for 7000 gross....comes in around 5800-5900 net. The 7000 gross trailers have (2) 3500 lb axles on them.
 
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You should email Grady customer service . . . I did and they provided me with precise specs beyond just capacity (bunk height, spacing, etc.). They even included the spec sheet they provide to trailer manufacturers.
 
You should email Grady customer service . . . I did and they provided me with precise specs beyond just capacity (bunk height, spacing, etc.). They even included the spec sheet they provide to trailer manufacturers.

that is excellent advice.
 
I just got a new trailer for my 226, Grady said my boat was 4800 max lb loaded with gas, water etc. I ended up with the venture 5225 bunk trailer. I was able to load the boat on it alone this year.5A721327-C4BE-4C17-9A7F-7B6709FD98BB.jpeg
 
I put a new one under mine when I bought my boat. Picked it up from Loadmaster in Tampa Model number is 2224-7TD. That said, thinking my trailer will fit a 22'-24' hull. I have it rigged out with double spares with spindles, disc brakes on both axles, torsion axles also. Being in Kentucky, my boat sees a lot of road time running to South Carolina and Florida. I'll be heading to Lake Erie in the spring to try my hand at Walleye fishing. True trailer boat. View attachment 6290
The 2224-7TD stands for 22' to 24' and 7,000 lb capacity with TieDown spindles. They used to stamp it all out on the I-beam back when I bought the trailer you traded in. That trailer, and your new one, seems to be perfect for the 228.
 
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