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Towing your pontoon boat trailers does not need to be a tedious chore. If you proficiently follow a few simple tricks, you can take advantage of several opportunities to explore a wider variety of watercourses.
It is very important that you keep your boat in tip-top form before every travel. Change filters and oils more often than you would under usual driving conditions. In most instances, it is safe to perform this task twice as often as regular maintenance needs. You should also check the tire pressure regularly. While it is never advisable to have over-inflated tires, it’s more dangerous to drive on low tires. Get tune-ups, services, and other maintenance procedures for the vehicle’s cooling system. In addition, all brake lights should work.Once you’ve checked the tow vehicle, assess the condition of the pontoon boat trailers. To reduce swaying, manufacturers suggest that the trailer tongue weight of the boat and the trailer itself should be 5% to 7% of the entire tow package. Ensure that there are enough tie downs on the trailer and boat. If you are touring from one state to another, you should know the different regulations regarding the use of tie downs in different states.