Hello,
I've got a Mac 26C with an original imported trailer. Does anybody know if the 26C will fit on an X or M trailer? I'm assuming that the hull is a different shape and therefore I'm concerned about the clearance between the hull and the trailer mudguards / trailer frame. If you've had any experience of putting a 26C on a different trailer then please let me know, thank you.
Wed, 14/05/2014 - 2:56pm
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Will A 26C fit on a 26X or M trailer?
I have my 26M off the trailer at the moment and could measure the distances from mudguard to mudguard if you want. I won't be able to do it until the weekend. I would have thought it would be OK. If you have a 26C trailer and want to compare measurements let me know the details of the ones you want
Tim
Hi Tim,
thank you but I think that there might be to many measurements to compare i.e. the convex curve of the hull of both models (C versus M) and the clearance between the mudguards. I have thought long and hard over how make an accurate 2D or 3D model and my best idea yet would to place a strong supermarket between Alum (my Mac) and the frame / mudguard. The next step would be to part fill said bag with expanding builders foam which over a 45 min period will multiply its volume by about 5 - 10 times and wait for it to set. When removed I should be able to cut a cross section of the foam which could then be easily traced onto a flat piece of paper. I guess if I don't get any response I'll have to try that and then try and a Mac on a trailer and repeat.
Kind regards,
Richard.
My Trailer is not a standard Mac one as I don't think the standard ones comply with the EU regulations. It was supplied by Mersea Trailers (http://www.merseatrailers.com) The only thing likely to be a problem will be (as you suggested) the distance between the wheel arches and the profile of the 2 cross members (covered in carpet on mine). Mersea may have details of the Mac profile. You could also fit rollers which will pivot to suit the profile. I was going to look at retro fitting these as it looks like it would be easier to get the boat all the way up on the trailer. I wasn't keen on the idea suggested in the manual of driving slowly and jamming your brakes on to make it move forward, although I'm sure it works.
Tim
Hi, I've just bought a converted trailer for my 26D from marlinspikemarine in Suffolk. It had a tatto 26 on previously.
Clearance wise it's fine, but you are right the hull shape is different. I pulled my D out of Windermere two weeks ago and had a very steady/wobbly ride home to Preston. It looks relatively simple to adjust the blocks to ensure a snug fit so I think it's a good buy. Can send some pics if you like, it's sat in the garden having it's long awaited bath.
I still have the original mac D trailer which has been with low wood water sports since Nov for repair and conversion. It's ok for launch, recovery and sitting in a boat park only. Would be happy to part with it.
Dave
Hello and thank you for your posts. I also would like to apologise for the delay in replying. To be perfectly honest I had got on with the business of sailing rather than trailering and had forgotten than I had ever raised this post. My present thoughts are that I probably need to look into this further during the winter months as the appeal of a 26x/m trialer has some merit. Once again, many thanks,
kind regards,
Richard.