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I have added a heavier outboard motor and battery to my boat(4.3 meters 14 feet)) and that weight is acting as a counterbalance and now the tow ball weight is 25kg (55lb),I'm worried it's not heavy enough an may be unstable at highway speeds.Any experience out there?.

John M

yes, I think you want a tongue weight closer to 100lbs or so. if its too light the trailer will sway as you pull it down the road at higher speeds.

Can you move the battery to the front and run wires to the back for your motor? This is a common strategy and works nicely for getting the boat up on plane on the water as well.

Good luck

httnmrtt

I'd be more concerned about what you're towing it with. It's cheaper and easier to upgrade the hitch if the truck has the balls to do the job.

casslasure

call u-haul thy can tell you.

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