Blazer 190 Pro-V Question

[alabamabassman]

Hey guys, I'm in the process of buying a 2009 Blazer 190 Pro-V and I have a question. I am adding the tandem axle trailer and I have had many people tell me different things.

I have been told that it doesn't distribute the weight properly and therfore doesn't pull and ride good. I also was told it looks awesome and pulls great so I'm not sure what to do. It's going to cost about $1100 to add it so my question is, for the owners of the 190's with a tandem, is it worth it or not?

Comments? Thanks guys!

[GE Blazer]

Pulls better than a single axle any day. I would not have anything else.

[Rebel1]

I had a 190 with a single axle and never had an issue. Dual axles look better, especially with stainless fenders, and they have an added safety measure to them.

[dearjhn]

I have a 190 with single axle no problems at all. But I have also owned boats with dual axles and they do pull better. What I do like about the single axle is that if your space limited the single axle is much easier to move around.

[GE Blazer]

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by dearjhn &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">I have a 190 with single axle no problems at all. But I have also owned boats with dual axles and they do pull better. What I do like about the single axle is that if your space limited the single axle is much easier to move around.</TD></TR></TABLE>

They are easier to move around.

[Blazer63]

I think you have to ask :how many miles do I tow each year, do I have enough room to freely move a dual axle trailer, price difference matters or doesn't matter.
The more miles you tow the bigger the need for a dual axle. A single axle is much easier to maneuver in a restricted space.
I have had both types of trailers. I now have a 190 on a single axle with the folding tongue option. I have a storage space problem. Until this year I towed 7-8,000 miles yearly for the past 7 years. I replaced my original tires last month. I have had 1 flat in this time and other than that, no problems. There are a lot of 19 and 20 ft. bass boats out there being towed on single axle trailers.

[Tmore]

When I bought my 202 with a dual axle I still had my 18 ft fish/ski Procraft for a while, which only had a single. I hadn't pulled the Procraft in 6 months when I took it out to sell it...I couldn't believe how much rougher it was to pull that single axle then it was on my dual axle. Felt like I had a stage coach attached to the back of my Tahoe in comparison to when I pull my Blazer.

[alabamabassman]

I really want the tandem axle because it looks awesome. It cost a little more but I think it's worth it.

There are two dealers near me and one says the tandem looks great and pulls great and the other dealer says the tandem axle pulls horrible because it doesn't distribute the weight because of the length. We're talking $35k, I want to be sure the tandem will be fine before I buy it.

Comments?

Does anyone have a 190 Pro-V with a tandem axle? If so, how do you like it and would you recommend it?

[BEEZER]

I have a 180 Pro-V on a tandem and it pulls great. I would tell the dealer you want the tandem and to fix it if the balance isn't right. That's there job!

[BlackBlazer]

I have a single but would much prefer the dual if I had the choice .

[alabamabassman]

Do you have any pictures of your boat, I would like to see what it looks like. I've only seen the 202 and 210 on tandems.

I'd like to see what a 190 looks like on a tandem but can't find a pic as of yet.

@BlackBlazer, how does you boar run with the 200? What's your top speed? Finally, how does your 190 with the 200 handle rough water?

[Rebel1]

Here is a pic of Hank Wink's 190 with a dual axle trailer.

[colreb2000]

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by GE Blazer &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">Pulls better than a single axle any day. I would not have anything else.</TD></TR></TABLE>

I pull my 190 on a tandem axle. I love it.

[JOHN202]

I've had both but the main reason i would get
a tandem is not if,but when you burn a wheel
bearing you will have to be towed and if you
fish tournaments it could cost you big time.
So if you have an option i would spend the
extra $$ and go tandem.

JOHN202
2004 BLAZER 202 - DC
250 HPDI

[BEEZER]

Mine was on BBC from the previous owner, but it's been taken off. It will be a couple weeks before I can get it on here. Im having some pad work done and the boats not on the trailer.

[alabamabassman]

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Rebel1 &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">Here is a pic of Hank Wink's 190 with a dual axle trailer.</TD></TR></TABLE>

Thanks for that picture, that confirms I'm getting it. That looks sweet, the colors of the boat with the tandem. Looks good, I don't care how it pulls, that looks sweet. Thanks!

[Rebel1]

Glad we could help. Now, go order that 190.

[BlackBlazer]

My setup runs low 70's gps with 2 man T-load year round (10" jp, propshaft 1 1/2" below pad, spinning a 26" Trophy @ 5800-6000 rpm). Large Tug and Crew boat wakes can be difficult, but overall decent ride in light to moderate chop. This boat works well for the style of fishing I do down in SE Louisiana. Make the deal, you won't regret it.

[alabamabassman]

This is the boat with options I have planned to order this week.

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">2009 Blazer 190 Pro-V
2009 Mercury Optimax 200 hp 3.0L

All Standard Equipment
MotorGuide 82lb. Thrust
2 Bank Battery Charger
Tandem Axle Trailer
Lowrance LMS-520C
Trolling Motor Recess
15” Rapid Jack Plate</TD></TR></TABLE>

[alabamabassman]

I have a question for all you Blazer owners. If the money is right, is the 202 with a 225 ProXS recommended over the 190 with a 200 Optimax?

I know the 202 is bigger and faster but is it worth the extra few thousand dollars to you?

I want some suggestions/comments from current owners so I'll know what boat is best for the money. You can't take the sale back so I'm trying to make SURE I get what I want and what I pay for.

Thanks!