35R Posted August 20, 2013 Share Posted August 20, 2013 (edited) what about a ratchet jockey wheel? Edited August 20, 2013 by 35R Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rexaway1234 Posted August 20, 2013 Share Posted August 20, 2013 Fellas this is your other fancy powerful option http://www.campertrolley.com.au/ but like the aussie wheel they cost $$$ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geoff Posted August 20, 2013 Share Posted August 20, 2013 I'm on the ;lookout or a reasonably priced motorised dolly, too. In my case, my driveway is very steep. I drive up into the garage, then unhook the trailer and manhandle it across the flatter part of the driveway at the top, onto an extension slab I had laid off to the side, so that the boat and trailer sit parallel to the front of the house. I can just manage it on my own (if I remove the anchor, the fuel tank and all my fishing gear etc) but if I get a bigger boat or a little bit older, I'm sure I will struggle - it's nearly gotten away from me a few times...! Baz Baz My situation is very similar hence the purchase of a trailer mover. As mentioned in previous posts my unit has no shortage of power , the occusional problem is traction. When I was looking around I considered the options of ride on mowers , quad bikes & electric golf carts. I found anything half decent at that time was rather expensive & for me , there was the problem of a space to park it when not in use but this option is well worth considering if the $$$ are right & parking is not a problem. There are a lot of trailer movers on the market & it is very much , buyer beware as there are some cheapies around & you get what you pay for. The one I thought best was a brand called Towdog. The position of the tow ball provided good weight distrubition , hence good traction , also , they are remote controled. They were being sold by a small marine place out Windsor way however checking the web they appear to be no longer available. There is a second hand one on the web at less than 50% of a new unit but if it breakes down , parts may be a problem. http://m.gumtree.com.au/v?adId=1025133106 Geoff Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rexaway1234 Posted August 22, 2013 Share Posted August 22, 2013 another option for you fellas... Bit cheaper at least http://www.purpleline.com.au/video-seago2.php Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Create an account or sign in to comment
You need to be a member in order to leave a comment
Create an account
Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!
Register a new accountSign in
Already have an account? Sign in here.
Sign In Now