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F - 1 GENERAL TRAILER INFORMATION
NOTICE
Trailer models may vary. Please consult the
trailer component manufacturer's information in
your owner's packet for additional information.
The trailer must properly "match" the boat's weight
and hull design. Scarab trailers are designed specifi-
cally for the Scarab models only. Please consult our
website at www.scarabboats.com or your Scarab
dealer for applicable trailer models. Scarab trail ers
meet or exceed the National Marine Manufactur ers
Associa tion's trailer requirements.
Scarab manufactures bunk type trail ers for the
Scarab models only. The bunks are located specifi-
cally for Scarab boats and adequately support all
parts of the boat. It is a "drive-on" type trailer which
means winching the boat from the water is not nor-
mally necessary.
NOTICE
winching the boat onto the trailer, be sure
If
the bunks are wet to prevent damage to the
boat or trailer. DO NOT attempt to winch the
boat forward when out of the water. Dam age
to the winch stand/assembly or tongue could
occur.
Scarab offers trailers with a painted finish or trailers
with GatorHyde™ protective coating. The painted
trailer is intended to be used in fresh water and the
GatorHyde™ trailer in salt/brackish water.
NOTICE
Scarab does not recommend the usage of painted
trailers for salt/brackish water conditions, as trailer
life may be substantially reduced.
A. Regulations
Federal law requires that the trailer and tire regis-
tration information be compiled and recorded. The
Scarab® boat registration includes trailer registration
information. A tire registration form, included in the
owner's packet, is to be filled out and re t urned to the
tire manufactur er. Please see Section F-7 - "Supple-
mental Trailer Information" for additional information
to assist you in completing the tire registration form.
Trailer Information - Section F
Trailer Information
NOTICE
Manufacturer's Tire Registry
Ensure to fill out your name and address on the
tire registration form provided in your owners
packet. Mail it to the tire manufacturer for the
purposes of compliance with Federal defect no-
tification regulations.
Laws covering such items as trailer brakes, lights,
safety chains, etc., will vary from state to state. Please
contact the motor vehicle depart ment in your state for
additional information.
B. Load Carrying Capacity
The certification label shows the maximum load-
carrying capacity and is located on the port for ward
side of the trailer. The Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
(GVWR) is the load-carrying capaci ty plus the weight
of the trailer itself. DO NOT ex ceed the GVWR rating
for the trailer.
NOTICE
When using or choosing a tow vehicle with the
correct GVWR, you must consider not only
the weight of the boat and trailer but also the
weight of the fuel, water, equipment, etc. Refer
to Table 1 below:
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If selecting a trailer from another manufacturer,
check the load-carrying capacity. A trailer with a
load-carrying capacity that is too low will be unsafe
on the highway and could cause sudden failure of
critical trailer components or abnor mal tire wear. A
trailer with too high of a load-carry ing capacity that is
sprung for heavy loads can dam age a lighter boat.
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