Trailer Help

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I have a 1996 20' bowrider that I actually find time to use maybe 4-6 times a year. I keep it on a trailer. At least once a year I tow it up to Lake George for a vacation.

While a 23 year old boat certainly presents its own set of challenges, today I'm looking for advice on the trailer. I brought the trailer to a mechanic (one who services RVs primarily) to have the wheel bearings replaced and drum brakes adjusted. He pulled a wheel and called to tell me one axle has damage that looks as if somebody took a file to it, and needs to be replaced plus the grease seals gave out and saturated the brake pads so they will need to be replaced. The axle work was outside of the scope of what he has the capacity to do so he couldn't provide an estimate for the work.

I'm not sure whether to try and have the repairs done, knowing that I am also a bit leery of the leaf springs on the trailer based on its age, or throw in the towel and get a new trailer. I've basically lost confidence in this one and can't see pulling it five hours up the NY Thruway in a few weeks.

So - any suggestions on either a really good trailer repair shop or new trailer dealer (bunk, probably aluminum but could do galvanized) would be appreciated.

Also - thoughts on the different trailer brands?

Thanks