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erikdyce
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Initially Posted - 11/02/2001 :  08:40:04  Show Profile
Without weighing in on a scale, can someone assist with me approximate total weight and tongue weight for a 1984 Catalina 25 Tall Rig. I am trying to determine safe size of vehicle to tow. Thanks!

Erik Dyce
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Bill Holcomb
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Response Posted - 11/02/2001 :  09:49:54  Show Profile
Hi Erik,

You'll, no doubt, get some varying comments on this. But, be aware that there are many C25 owners who have reported retro-fitting their trailers with a third axel after finding that the boat and trailer weighed more than 6,500 lbs. I know fo
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Mark Maxwell
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Response Posted - 11/02/2001 :  12:06:27  Show Profile
Hi Erik,
I have a '78 C25 F/K. Last year I asked that very same question, and Bill is right, you will probably get several comments on this. Which is good because the more info you get, the more informed you'll be <img src=icon_smile.gif border=0 align=
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Douglas
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Response Posted - 11/02/2001 :  22:14:37  Show Profile  Visit Douglas's Homepage
I have found the biggest variable here is the trailer. Diferent manufacturing materials can make the trailer weight vary several hundred pounds. I have had my boat weighed so hear is some idea. Took the boat and trailer to the scale and total weight was a
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