P - 2
TRAILERCOMPONENTS
A. BunkSupports
Allbunkboardsaremadeofpressuretreatedwood. This
wood is rot resistant.All boards are covered with a high
qualityexteriorgradecarpettoprotecttheboatfromdam-
age during normal use.
Bunk supports run parallel to the keel and support the
hull, extending beyond the transom. See Figure P1.
Figure P2: Trailer Tongue Assembly
Makesurethetrailertongueissecurebeforehitch-
ing to the towing vehicle.
NOTICE
Some variation in trailer tongues may occur on
the 238 and 258 models due to manufacturing
changes.
Figure P1: Trailer Bunks
Outer bunk supports provide stability for the boat. The Four Winns trailers are designed with tongue weights
insidebunksarethemainweightbearingmembers. Side between 5% and 10% of the total weight of the boat, fuel,
guide-on supports help to keep the boat straight while gear and trailer. If the downward weight on the coupling
driving the boat onto the trailer. Keeping the tie-downs ball does not fall within this range, coupler failure and
tightlyfastenedwillpreventtheboatfrombouncingagainst towing instability may occur. If using another
the bunk supports.
manufacturer’s trailer, have the dealer check the tongue
weightbeforetrailering.
NOTICE
Improper trailer set-up can cause hull damage.
NOTICE
DO NOT use a bent or damaged tongue or cou-
pler. Replacementpartsmaybeorderedthrough
a Four Winns dealer.
B. Tongue
The 278 model trailer has a welded (fixed) tongue.
The trailer tongue on the 238 and 258 models can be
removed during boat storage. To remove,
C. Swivel Jack
1.
2.
3.
Disconnect the brake line coupler.
Thejackisdesignedtolift,lowerandsupportthetongues
of the trailers when not connected to the towing vehicle.
Before unhitching the trailer, use the following guidelines
when setting up the jack.
Remove the clevis pins and hair pin cotters.
Slide the tongue out and store in a safe place to
prevent damage. See Figure P2.
Vista Owners Manual
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Section P
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| Model Year | 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000 |
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