Center of Gravity

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  2. kapnD
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    I fit the boat to the trailer, leaving the suspension assembly unbolted, then put a scale under the tongue and move the suspension assembly fore or aft with come a longs until I get the desired tongue weight.
    Apply grease liberally through the anticipated slide zone
     
    kapnD, Jun 11, 2020
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