Nope, just started with a proper trailer. I don't remember the weight ratings, but its probably a 5000# GVW trailer. Tandem axle, 20' deck, plus the V portion. I paid $1500 for it, and really regret not doing something like this sooner. It pulls nicely, and can easily handle the weight of three boats.







and with just a single F16:




Down side is it takes a solid vehicle to handle the windage. I could have made the rack shorter, but being that I dumped almost $2k on the rack and back mast support, and F16/18's aren't getting any smaller, I wanted to leave some room for growth so to speak. While it could be done with a 1/2 ton, I wouldn't want to tow it with one. Even with a hopped on diesel I'm getting at best 12-1/2mpg, and the bit better brakes and suspension is a nice piece of mind as well.