Trailering a Trojan? No bow eye!?

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Trailering a Trojan? No bow eye!?

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My boat doesn't have a bow eye, doesnt appear to have ever had one either no repairs no evidence of anything. I need to move it. I have a trailer that it will fit on size wise for my 26 foot Larson but that doesn't help me tow it safely without the main attachment spot. Is this just my boat or are they all that way and what do you guys do? Anyone have pictures of theirs secured on the trailer? Thanks
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My old F-27 did not have an eye either. It would have been nice if it did. You could always add one.
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When transporting larger vessels with no bow eyes, haulers always use straps secured to the deck cleats. Tie two sets to each bow cleat; one going forward to prevent backward movement, and one back to prevent forward movement. One at each stern cleat, and if you have cleats mid ship, use them too. This setup will prevent fore, aft, sideways, and vertical movement.
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Big D wrote:When transporting larger vessels with no bow eyes, haulers always use straps secured to the deck cleats. Tie two sets to each bow cleat; one going forward to prevent backward movement, and one back to prevent forward movement. One at each stern cleat, and if you have cleats mid ship, use them too. This setup will prevent fore, aft, sideways, and vertical movement.
+1 on what Big D said. My F26 has a bow eye. It looks original but maybe it was added by a previous owner.
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X 2 on what Big D said . You did not say what model Trojan you have , but assuming it maybe a inboard . If it is will you be able to clear the shaft on your trailer ? You can install a bow eye but its more then just drilling a hole or two , major reinforcement is needed . If it fits ok on the trailer Just strap it down as Big D said and your good
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Awesome that's what I was hoping but I just wanted to make sure thank you Big D and everyone for agreeing it doesn't have to go far but I do want it to make the trip. It is inboard and the trailers rear beam is in almost 2 feet from the side rail end.
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Just a follow up I completed the trip I strapped it to the trailer as mentioned but I also ran 2x 30 foot tow straps all the way around the boat at just above the water line to tie it to the trailer winch post and add an extra layer. 306 miles at about 55 miles per hour with no issues and no real concern.
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Glad you trip was safe and uneventful. I'm sure the first big bump probably rattled you just a hair.
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Good deal
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