There is a growing interest in magic tilt dealers near me as individuals seek convenient and reliable sources for their tilt trailers. Tilt trailers are popular solutions for hauling various items such as boats, cars, or even construction equipment. These trailers provide an efficient and hassle-free way to load and transport heavy objects. Finding a magic tilt dealer near me has become easier with the advancement of technology. Many dealers have established an online presence, which makes it convenient for potential customers to locate and connect with them. Online platforms provide information about the different types of trailers available, along with pricing and specifications.
Online platforms provide information about the different types of trailers available, along with pricing and specifications. Customers can browse and compare options before making a final purchase decision. Local dealerships also play a crucial role in serving customers who prefer an in-person experience.
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I have the opposite problem -- I may only use my trailer once every few years and it spends the rest of the time sitting in the woods. So I have to keep telling the dealer I don't need the Cadillac of trailers. Which is ironic, because when my family had a boat business many years ago, we were always pushing better trailers.
When I bought my 189, I was able to get a basic galvanized trailer (which did fine). When I bought my 203, I had no choice, the dealer only stocked nicer aluminum trailers. It's overkill for my needs but they gave me such a great price on the boat I didn't mind paying more for a trailer.
One dealer near me is on the water, and I could conceivably buy a KW there and then drive it home, skipping the trailer entirely. It would be a 140 mile trip though. That would be a heck of a way to get the break-in done.
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Apr 02, 2020 #17 2020-04-02T13:02
I bought my VEnture with the optional SS HW package. Its been a mixed bag. I've replaced even the rusty staples on the carpet/plastic rails with bronze boat nails. Venture did use dielectric isolation pads between many HDG/Aluminum joints, but didn't do the axle rails. I did those with some polyethylene tape. A few other interfaces I isolated with gorilla tape, namely the guide rail brackets to AL frame, and many of the SS U bolts to HDG crossbrackets I used cut AL U bolt channels, that are easily available. I have no brakes, but the leaf springs are on their own. The optional LED lights themselves seem OK, but all the plug-in connectors along the way I injected silicon grease. So, its really been a kit, not a complete trailer solution. You need to be an electro-chemical/corrosion engineer to understand the weaknesses and associated mitigations. Or , hang around trailer shops for a while.
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Apr 02, 2020 #18 2020-04-02T16:04
Its funny how when you get familiar and accustomed to a certain trailer brand you like, you tend to stick with it. I had several Lake boats before and always had Load Rite trailers. When I went looking at Key West Dealers, I looked online and narrowed it down to ones that sold Key West as well as Load Rite trailers. Then I did my homework on the reputation of the dealer themselves. I don't know how it is going to hold up long term, but I am guessing I might take my 239FS to the ocean once a year or once every two years. So I am very interested to see how it will react to salt water. I am debating on changing out the Hardware though to Stainless to avoid some future problems. I plan on keeping the 239FS for 5-8 years
2019 Key West 239 FS- Yamaha 250XB, Simrad Go 9, Simrad RS20S, Upgraded Infinity Sound System,
NMEA2000 Network w/ Yamaha integration
2010 Cobalt 220- Sold
2000- Stingray 190LS- sold
1989- Stingray SVB 192- Sold
1979 Browning - Sold
Apr 02, 2020 #19 2020-04-02T16:20
avmanager1 wrote: ↑ Apr 02, 2020Its funny how when you get familiar and accustomed to a certain trailer brand you like, you tend to stick with it. I had several Lake boats before and always had Load Rite trailers. When I went looking at Key West Dealers, I looked online and narrowed it down to ones that sold Key West as well as Load Rite trailers. Then I did my homework on the reputation of the dealer themselves. I don't know how it is going to hold up long term, but I am guessing I might take my 239FS to the ocean once a year or once every two years. So I am very interested to see how it will react to salt water. I am debating on changing out the Hardware though to Stainless to avoid some future problems. I plan on keeping the 239FS for 5-8 years
You're right about becoming familiar with and liking a particular trailer brand. I've become a 'Venture' trailer guy. but Load Rite is also an excellent, equivalent trailer.
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Apr 03, 2020 #20 2020-04-03T12:50
Like everything else each trailer manufacturer has multiple options so making the generalization at the brand level is somewhat disingenuous.
For example, I have a brand new 210BR siting on a Magic Tilt Key West 210 specific TCA-2044. The only option that wasn’t already spec’d by my dealer was torsion axles. I just looked it over and there is exactly 3 U bolts, 1 is stainless the other 2 that secure the bow stop are zinc coated. The only non aluminum parts on the trailer are the axles, front nose piece (forgot what it’s called), bow stop, trailer guides and brake assembly (I didn’t upgrade to the SS disks but it does have zinc coated marine disks on both axles). The bunks are welded, the bunk to support bracket is aluminum, the bolts are stainless. I don’t see anything that concerns me and it wasn’t stupid expensive. In fact, it's on par with my very expensive Ameritrail that's sitting under my Talon.
Like everything else it’s all relative.
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Apr 02, 2020 #17 2020-04-02T13:02
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Reviews for "Tips for Selecting a Trusted Magic Tilt Dealer in the Northeast"
1. John - 1 star
I was very disappointed with my experience at the Magic Tilt dealer near me. The staff was unprofessional and unhelpful. They seemed more interested in chatting amongst themselves than assisting customers. When I finally did get their attention, they gave me incomplete and incorrect information about the products I was interested in. I ended up purchasing a product that was completely unsuitable for my needs. I would not recommend this dealer to anyone.
2. Sarah - 2 stars
I had a mediocre experience at the Magic Tilt dealer near me. The customer service was lackluster, with the staff being unenthusiastic and unengaging. I felt like I was bothering them with my questions and concerns. Additionally, the dealership had a limited selection of products and models, which was frustrating as I was looking for a specific item. Overall, I was underwhelmed by this dealer and would likely explore other options in the future.
3. Mike - 2 stars
I visited the Magic Tilt dealer near me hoping to find the perfect product for my needs. Unfortunately, I was met with a disappointing experience. The staff seemed uninterested in helping me and were not knowledgeable about the products they were selling. I had several questions that they were unable to answer, and it felt like they were just trying to rush me through the process. The lack of professionalism and expertise left me feeling unsatisfied with my purchase. I would recommend seeking out another dealer for a better experience.