Nice vid. I happen to find yall when I was looking for videos of local water around my house here in Columbia to fish. Enjoy watching you and your brother fishing.
Thanks for posting. I bought this trailer in DFW TX for my Hobie Pro Angler 12. I also wanted rustproof, sturdy material. BTW, I used to live in Woodbridge VA until a year ago. I miss the DMV coast. Tight lines!
Really nice video, I'm still on the fence about getting a trailer or just getting a used pickup truck, that's the perfect setup for a Pelican Bass Raider.
Can you tell me where you purchased your crank wheel you had mounted on the side. That is one thing I noticed when I got my trailer was that it did not come with one.
Good and informative. I am buying a 5 x 8 aluminum trailer soon. (Fixed, not a folder) The issues with your axle design is that it is a leaf spring. In your weight use, (and my future build) I would opt for a torsion axle...or in my case, I will build my own independent spindle setup with lightweight coils with adjustable spring preload. Simple and easy and not expensive....but also not an option from Northern.
@@BassBrothersFishingDMV Good that you are cautious. I believe that you would have no issue with a swap from leaf spring to torsion. You can buy one ready to install, just remove the old and put in the new...hmmm maybe not the frame bolt pattern. Dexter Torflex Light axles are quiet and efficient, plus last a long time. The smallest is rated 600 to 1100 pounds. Might be perfect! Check their line and tech: www.dexteraxle.com/products/torsion-axles/torflex-light-duty I am not an affiliate...just an engineer and friend to all.
Which one do you think is better. Value wise ? And do you think the steel harbor harbor freight trailer won’t bounce as much. Thanks for the video brother.
I'm a buy it once kind of guy and we know aluminum is lighter and will last longer. From that perspective I would go aluminum. Now if the boat isn't a long term thing I would go cheaper with harder freight. Not sure how the shocks on the harbor freight trailer are stiff or not.
Another great, informative, video! I'm going to tow this boat inside of my truck for the moment, but will eventually switch to the trailer. Can I ask what length are all the 2×4's cut to(length of trailer and the ones in the side holders)? Thanks again for sharing!!
The railing is 7 feet long mounted from the front of the trailer back. The length of the trailer is 8 ft. It's easier to load the boat on the trailer if you leave the last foot of the trailer with no railing.
Hey, couple of questions if you remember assembling this - I just picked it up, and had some issues in a couple of the steps. First was where you install the hinge pieces - it seems like there's a collision between bolts between the middle frame and outside frame, and the bolt to hold the hinge on. No way about it, I can't get that to work the direction they show, but reversing one bolt I can (but now the bolt sticks out towards the wheel instead of inside). Their photo on the product page showed a slightly different set of drilled holes, and I wonder if that's the issue. Another question, for anyone who's folded theirs up, did you have to remove a couple of bolts on the spring hangers? They have you install two bolts on both halves - stopping the back from being able to fold up - and never say to remove them. What's up w/ that, are we supposed to just leave it? Not sure whey they were put in in the first place. I noticed they just discontinued it and the steel folding trailer, so hopefully this can be fixed - might not be a replacement!
I stared at the assembly diagram for a long time at this portion, also. It seems to me that you installed the bolt correctly, with the interfering bolt pointing outward. The nut that's already there has to be removed, though. I'm not sure if I'm even going to install the hinge or the two caster brackets. It would be nice to fold this trailer up, but I intend to turn this into a camper so I'll probably never fold it again.
Hi Great video. I have this Pelican boat and love it. I am now looking for a solution to tow it to my favorite lakes and ponds. I did not see a 4'x 8' on the Northern Tool site...but they do have a 5' x 8". Did they obsolete the 4" x 8" or is your description in your headline wrong- Thanks!
Oh wow. I just checked the website and it's no longer available. Bummer. It may be worth calling them to see if they are going to put out a replacement trailer.
Great Video. Thinking about getting Bass Raider and trying to figure out options. How much was the trailer? I saw versions that were $700 to $800 which seemed high. Thanks again.
Cool video I really like the trailer and the boat. I have a riding mower to move around ss that would be great. Also boat is really nice reading and waching You Tube on them.
It's quite easy to remove the shortest spring from the stack, and so what if it knocks the rating down to 700 lb (or whatever)? It makes for a much more relaxed drive and reduced the harshness of the road affecting your payload.
I'm totally not concerned about the reduction of payload towing. Just not comfortable removing springs. Maybe one day I'll just dive in and do it. Thanks for the comment.
I've driven this trailer with the bass raider on it consistently around 65 mph but that's me. I haven't had any issues or feeling like the trailers/wheels can't handle it. Not saying you should. Just letting you know what I do lol.
Would you be so kind to give me the inside dimension between your 2 side railings, I am not sure if the Pelican will fit my 4ft wide trailer. Thank you sir.
Absolutely no issues. The trailer is aluminum which doesn't rust and the wood deck was sealed tight. The Sealand is holding up. I think the sealant is good for five years.
@@BassBrothersFishingDMV sweet man. I ordered one for mines and I’m right over in Edgewater MD so as you know we have a ton of saltwater so gotta play it safe! Lol thanks again!
It's very easy. Doesn't take much effort at all this is due to the boat only being 145lbs and the trailer is all aluminum which is extremely light weight. You'll never find a lighter setup for a 10 foot boat.
The railing is 7 feet long mounted from the front of the trailer back. It's easier to load the boat on the trailer if you leave the last foot of the trailer with no railing. The bolts, nuts and washes are all 3/8th". Make sure to buy the bolts with a round top not a Hex top to avoid scratching the boat when you load and offload it from the trailer. Hopefully that tip will save you the extra trip I had to take to Home Depot when I realized it after the fact :).
I think the bolts are metric as it is made in China. I used a 16mm wrench on the bolts and 17mm socket on the nuts. The holes in the trailer I measured at between 10mm-11mm. 3/8" will work.
Nice vid. I happen to find yall when I was looking for videos of local water around my house here in Columbia to fish. Enjoy watching you and your brother fishing.
Excellent. Columbia has several places to fish. Thanks for checking out our channel. We'll see you around.
Thanks for showing us how easy or hard it is to fold up.
Thanks for posting. I bought this trailer in DFW TX for my Hobie Pro Angler 12. I also wanted rustproof, sturdy material. BTW, I used to live in Woodbridge VA until a year ago. I miss the DMV coast. Tight lines!
Thanks for sharing. The DMV is cool but texas has all the big bass 🐟🎣
Really nice video, I'm still on the fence about getting a trailer or just getting a used pickup truck, that's the perfect setup for a Pelican Bass Raider.
Can you tell me where you purchased your crank wheel you had mounted on the side. That is one thing I noticed when I got my trailer was that it did not come with one.
Good and informative. I am buying a 5 x 8 aluminum trailer soon. (Fixed, not a folder) The issues with your axle design is that it is a leaf spring. In your weight use, (and my future build) I would opt for a torsion axle...or in my case, I will build my own independent spindle setup with lightweight coils with adjustable spring preload. Simple and easy and not expensive....but also not an option from Northern.
Wow. Sounds like a good option. I didn't trust myself to take that on considering if I make a mistake the consequences could be major.
@@BassBrothersFishingDMV Good that you are cautious. I believe that you would have no issue with a swap from leaf spring to torsion. You can buy one ready to install, just remove the old and put in the new...hmmm maybe not the frame bolt pattern. Dexter Torflex Light axles are quiet and efficient, plus last a long time. The smallest is rated 600 to 1100 pounds. Might be perfect! Check their line and tech:
www.dexteraxle.com/products/torsion-axles/torflex-light-duty
I am not an affiliate...just an engineer and friend to all.
@@artthurman3446 lol. You're alright with me Gyro. Appreciate the info. 👍🏾🤙🏾
I would use a hinge to mount the license plate so it will swing instead of bending when encountering an obstruction.
Good idea. Especially with how thin the aluminum is.
Great video... you mention that you put sealant on the bottom of your pelican. Do you remember what you use..
Thanks. I sealed the wood decking of the trailer not the boat itself.
Good information. They say this trailer comes in 3 boxes, can you tell me how heavy the boxes are?
Which one do you think is better. Value wise ? And do you think the steel harbor harbor freight trailer won’t bounce as much. Thanks for the video brother.
I'm a buy it once kind of guy and we know aluminum is lighter and will last longer. From that perspective I would go aluminum. Now if the boat isn't a long term thing I would go cheaper with harder freight. Not sure how the shocks on the harbor freight trailer are stiff or not.
Another great, informative, video! I'm going to tow this boat inside of my truck for the moment, but will eventually switch to the trailer. Can I ask what length are all the 2×4's cut to(length of trailer and the ones in the side holders)? Thanks again for sharing!!
The railing is 7 feet long mounted from the front of the trailer back. The length of the trailer is 8 ft. It's easier to load the boat on the trailer if you leave the last foot of the trailer with no railing.
Brother Naim, I appreciate your speedy response. Thanks again!🙂👍🏾
Hey, couple of questions if you remember assembling this - I just picked it up, and had some issues in a couple of the steps. First was where you install the hinge pieces - it seems like there's a collision between bolts between the middle frame and outside frame, and the bolt to hold the hinge on. No way about it, I can't get that to work the direction they show, but reversing one bolt I can (but now the bolt sticks out towards the wheel instead of inside). Their photo on the product page showed a slightly different set of drilled holes, and I wonder if that's the issue.
Another question, for anyone who's folded theirs up, did you have to remove a couple of bolts on the spring hangers? They have you install two bolts on both halves - stopping the back from being able to fold up - and never say to remove them. What's up w/ that, are we supposed to just leave it? Not sure whey they were put in in the first place.
I noticed they just discontinued it and the steel folding trailer, so hopefully this can be fixed - might not be a replacement!
I stared at the assembly diagram for a long time at this portion, also. It seems to me that you installed the bolt correctly, with the interfering bolt pointing outward. The nut that's already there has to be removed, though.
I'm not sure if I'm even going to install the hinge or the two caster brackets. It would be nice to fold this trailer up, but I intend to turn this into a camper so I'll probably never fold it again.
You are right, to fold it you have to pull the bolts out on the back half. I am exploring a wing nut setup or maybe cotter pins?
I was thinking about doing something like this with a harbor freight trailer or an ironton. Should work out just fine right?
Hi Great video. I have this Pelican boat and love it. I am now looking for a solution to tow it to my favorite lakes and ponds. I did not see a 4'x 8' on the Northern Tool site...but they do have a 5' x 8". Did they obsolete the 4" x 8" or is your description in your headline wrong- Thanks!
Oh wow. I just checked the website and it's no longer available. Bummer. It may be worth calling them to see if they are going to put out a replacement trailer.
I happened to be looking today, and the 4' X 8' is in stock; $649.99.
Great Video. Thinking about getting Bass Raider and trying to figure out options. How much was the trailer? I saw versions that were $700 to $800 which seemed high. Thanks again.
It was around $600 I think but check northern tool's website to be sure. They also put it on sale from time to time.
Great. Thank you!
Thanks man. Good review.
Thanks.
Cool video I really like the trailer and the boat. I have a riding mower to move around ss that would be great.
Also boat is really nice reading and waching You Tube on them.
Thanks. 👍🏾🤙🏾
Regarding the trailer, is it rated for highway use? Would you trust it for long distance?
It's quite easy to remove the shortest spring from the stack, and so what if it knocks the rating down to 700 lb (or whatever)? It makes for a much more relaxed drive and reduced the harshness of the road affecting your payload.
I'm totally not concerned about the reduction of payload towing. Just not comfortable removing springs. Maybe one day I'll just dive in and do it. Thanks for the comment.
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Do u back that trailer into the water?
Do you drive it really up to 45 speed limit as what it says in Northern Tool or have you driven it with the towed boat weight more than 45 mph?
I've driven this trailer with the bass raider on it consistently around 65 mph but that's me. I haven't had any issues or feeling like the trailers/wheels can't handle it. Not saying you should. Just letting you know what I do lol.
I was wondering if you feel this is safe to transport the Bass Raider long distances, say on a 500 mile trip?
I do but there is a speed rating of 55 mph on the tires so you'd have to have patience driving that distance.
Awesome info! Thank you.
No prob 👍🏾🤙🏾
What mph is the trailer rated for. Have you towed it on the highways?
Please respond
It is rated for 55mph. I keep it off the interstate.
What speed you can go? What torque you used for the bolts and screws?
Tires on the trailer rated for 55mph. Don't know the torque for bolts.
If it gets you on the water is all that really matters, right?
That's right bro.
Would you be so kind to give me the inside dimension between your 2 side railings, I am not sure if the Pelican will fit my 4ft wide trailer. Thank you sir.
Its exactly 4 feet inside the side railings. Entire trailer bed is 4 x 8.
@@BassBrothersFishingDMV Thank you very much
One question…. How does the trailer fold with the solid 2 x4 guides installed?
You have to remove the guides to fold the trailer.
Did you staple the carpet to the plywood on your 4 strips or is it glue only?
The deck is glue only. The rails are stapled and glued.
Thanks. Enjoy the videos. Just bought a raider and similar trailer
One more question, how long are the vertical 2x4’s? About 2 feet
Hey bro. Are there any issues with this being submerged at boat ramps?
Absolutely no issues. The trailer is aluminum which doesn't rust and the wood deck was sealed tight. The Sealand is holding up. I think the sealant is good for five years.
@@BassBrothersFishingDMV sweet man. I ordered one for mines and I’m right over in Edgewater MD so as you know we have a ton of saltwater so gotta play it safe! Lol thanks again!
Maybe demonstrate how it folds…better video if you included that
How hard is it to roll around on the trailer by hand?
It's very easy. Doesn't take much effort at all this is due to the boat only being 145lbs and the trailer is all aluminum which is extremely light weight. You'll never find a lighter setup for a 10 foot boat.
Can you provide the measurements for the railing and size of bolts/nuts used for the railing, please?
The railing is 7 feet long mounted from the front of the trailer back. It's easier to load the boat on the trailer if you leave the last foot of the trailer with no railing. The bolts, nuts and washes are all 3/8th". Make sure to buy the bolts with a round top not a Hex top to avoid scratching the boat when you load and offload it from the trailer. Hopefully that tip will save you the extra trip I had to take to Home Depot when I realized it after the fact :).
@@BassBrothersFishingDMV perfect, thx so much!
I think the bolts are metric as it is made in China. I used a 16mm wrench on the bolts and 17mm socket on the nuts. The holes in the trailer I measured at between 10mm-11mm. 3/8" will work.
My man what did MVA want from you to get this thing registered?
You'll need your bill of sale/receipt and certificate of origin if you bought it new.
What us you max speed on the trailer
It says 55mph on the Rims. I usually drive around 65 since it's a very light load fir that trailer.
Does it tilt?
If you mean fold? Yes it does
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