2016 Ram-Lin Trailer for G-Series Boats

[NautiqueJeff]

I just wanted to post a few pictures of the 2016 trailer that Ram-Lin built for the PN G23. You guys probably all know how much of a fan I am of Ram-Lin. I have had their trailers under every boat I have owned with the exception of one (and that one exception was TERRIBLE). Every year, Ram-Lin trailers seem to get better and better.

This year they have a new design for their G-series trailers. This was necessary to accommodate the steeper stem angle at the bow. I am not sure if anything else changed structurally, but I know that this new trailer tows noticeably better than the trailer I had last year, and there was certainly nothing wrong with the way last year's trailer towed. This one is smoother, and the weight seems to be better centered or something.

I also had Ram-Lin install electric brakes on this trailer. WOW, what a difference that made! I would recommend this option to EVERYONE who trailers a heavy boat like this. The difference in stopping power is incredible. It was even better than I had hoped for. I am running my brake controller on the lowest setting or sometimes the one next to the lowest setting, and that trailer stops FAST!

Ram-Lin also worked with SeaDek to match the SeaDek on the trailer to the custom SeaDek that is in the boat. It came out great!

[Kenv]

Nice. So the battery on the tongue is not to charge the trolling motor??.....lol

[nyryan2001]

A+ for Ramlin leading here on EOH. I would imagine that trailer is in the $8-9k range for the average buyer... So an apples to apples comparison against a XYZ manf $5k trailer isnt fair.

Jeff, what is the exact weight rating on the placard for that trailer?

[Evening Shade]

Jeff,
That is a very nice looking trailer. I've always liked Boatmate trailers better than Ram-Lin. Boatmates always looked more robust to me and just looked right to me, but maybe they just suit my eye better. It looks like these latest gen Ram-Lin trailers are top-notch. While it may not be to everyones liking, I love the color combo you chose!

[Evening Shade]

Jeff,
How well do the side guide boards work as opposed to guide posts when retrieving the boat? I sure do like having the tall guide posts when retrieving my boat especially on steep boat ramps.

[swatguy]

Looks sharp. I would be very very very cautious with those guide on bunks. The carpet can destroy graphics at the slightest rub.

[NautiqueJeff]

The battery box houses all of the electronics for the electric brakes. It is not an automotive-style battery like other trailers use.

I'll have to check the weight rating. I'll get back to you on that.

I have been using this style trailer since it came out from Ram-Lin in 2013. The side guides have never caused any issues at all. In fact, the guides on Boatmate trailers for G-series boats are technically illegal. 102" is the maximum trailerable width without a permit in most states, so Ram-Lin trailers have guides that sit inside that width below the rubrail of the boat. I know a guy who was actually pulled over and forced to remove the guides on his Boatmate on the side of the road or take a ticket! I have always said that it was unlikely that anyone would get hassled about being that small bit overwidth, but this really happened!

I also got a chance to check out Ram-Lin's facility in Orlando a couple of days ago. I met the team that builds these trailers, and they are top-notch! Very cool people who really know what they are doing. They showed me a "low-rider" version of a G23 trailer that they had on the lot, and that is something that anyone here who needs to fit in a garage should keep in mind.

[kneebrdr]

I can second that with Ram-Lin. The guys should have started my low-rider last week or will this week, only positives for the guys there. They build the one Jeff is referring to for another customer who has a little more room than I do. Mine will fit in standard 8' door opening. Should get it in a couple of weeks, I'll post pictures when it arrives.

[Storm34]

+1 for Ramlin as well. Great people and an even better product.

Jeff - you need one of these for the project boat.

[NautiqueJeff]

Agreed! I was wondering if I would have to order one for it, but I happened to come across a Prestige 5 miles from my house at a price I could not pass up. If I end up keeping that boat I might just have to order a Ram-Lin for it though.

[nyryan2001]

Jeff, do you think the 2016 G cover would fit the 2013-2015 Gs well?

[NautiqueJeff]

I believe so. As far as I can tell, there have been no modifications to the tower-up cover since 2014.

I can say for sure that my tower-down cover from 2014 fits my 2016 G23 with no issues.

[JoeA]

Jeff--

Did you get a chance to check the wight rating of the trailer?

[NautiqueJeff]

Forgot... Just did it now.

Here you go.

[Tallredrider]

Are they torsion axles or leaf springs? 9990 pound capacity. At last we see a dual axle trailer made to handle the G23.