J 92s trailer

[mark]

It looks like I will be purchasing a J 92s in the next few weeks. I
got a bad case of sticker-shock when I read my quote from Triad
Trailers for a new trailer. Does anyone know if a 92s will fit on a
92 classic trailer. Does anyone know of a used one available for sale
in the eastern/central part of the US. Thanks.

[lro...@nycap.rr.com]

The trailer for a J92 will not carry a J92s due to changes in the keel. I purchased a trailer from Viking Trailers located in western Pennsylvania. On their web site, you can see pictures of the trailer made this year. The link: http://www.vikingtrailer.com/sailboats/J92S.html. The home page will have their phone and fax number. The product is superbly made, and the price was much less than the quote from Triad. I have compared a trailer made by Triad for a J80 to my trailer and the difference in build quality, attention to detail, finish, and time from contract to when delivered is striking. I highly recommend Viking trailers to anyone interested. Good luck, and I think that you will find the people at Viking Trailer easy to work with

[Ed Benevent]

We had Viking make a trailer for a J 92 last year and brought it back from
Nova Scotia with no problem. They are north of Pittsburgh near Evans City.
When you call ask for Gregg.

[Jerry Berndsen]

I have seen a few trailers from these guys in Georgia that were very nice.

 

www.sail-trailers.com/

 

Jerry

[Bruce Santerre]

The first statement below may or may not be true. It may be true for a Triad
built for a classic J92. Having said that, I think it depends on the design
of the trailer and specifically the keel pan.

I looked at Triad for our classic J92 but went with an Aztec Trailer from
Salt Lake City, Utah for two reasons: cost and the fact that J92 was in
Salt Lake City. Regarding the Aztec trailer, we have over 6,000 miles on
the trailer without a problem including a trip last spring from the
Minneapolis area to Charleston, SC. I highly recommend the Aztec trailer.

I like the looks of the Viking trailer posted on the website. At least four
adjustable pads per side are a must. I like the design of the aft end of
the trailer which flairs upwards. This alleviates any scraping of the
rear-end of the trailer on the ground when pulling or backing over sharp
inclines on road surface. Other features: electric brakes are a must;
adequate or oversize tie-down rings on front and rear of trailer that can
pivot laterally; and a keel pan where you can attach blocks fore and aft of
the keel. The placement of the boat on the trailer the first time is a
combination science and art. I had the person hauling the boat at the
marina when we set the boat on the trailer for the first time. He nailed
it. I use the blocks to replicate the exact location and we have never had
the boat and trailer fishtail at freeway speeds (we do not use sway bars. I
have hauled a J105 on a Triad with the built-in ladder on the front of the
trailer. This is a "would be nice" feature but we have managed our J92
nicely with just a step-ladder. Finally, an adequate tow vehicle is a must.
I have a Nissan Armada (with tow package) and other than poor gas mileage
under tow, have been very satisfied. Good luck.

Bruce Santerre
Split Decision, J92

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Subject: [j92owners] Re: J 92s trailer

[mark]

Thank you everybody for your insight. This is a great forum. I have
contacted both Viking Trailer and Sail-Trailer. Both are about 35-40%
less than Triad. Viking seems to be a little better built but Sail-
Trailer is alot closer. I'll wait to decide until I close on the boat
but I am leaning toward Viking. Thanks again everyone.

Mark

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[pinc]

Just curious, can you post what they're quoting you for prices?
Aaron

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[Mark Girone]

Aaron,
 
The Viking estimate was $6500.  I believe the Sail-trailer estimate was $5850.  Triad was $9000-11000 depending on the options.  I'll try to forward you the Triad estimate info.
 
Thanks,
 
Mark
 
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