The hassle-free way to get your boat in and out of the water
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
1) Are spare parts available for my dolly?
Yes, AhoyCaptain offers a complete line of Seitech parts to replace fasteners
and wheels as well as plastic and aluminum components. Feel free to give us a
call or order them online.
2) Can a dolly be towed behind a vehicle?
Yes... and no. We do offer trailer hitch couplers which can be attached to our
dollies for towing purposes at speeds less than 10 mph and distances less than
100 yards. Our couplers are intended for used behind golf carts, ATVs, and
similar vehicles in boat yards, beaches, and other private property. The
couplers are available with a 1 7/8" or 2" receiver. It is important to note
that our dollies should never be towed on a public road and are not designed for
this purpose.
3) Can one person move a boat on a Seitech dolly?
That depends on the individual's strength, the surface on which the dolly is
being used, as well as the angle of the surface. Many younger sailors have no
trouble moving an Optimist and dolly on a grass or asphalt surface at a club
dinghy area. Moving a 14' rigid inflatable boat with a motor and fuel over sand
dunes will be a more difficult task for even the most athletic user. We strive
to keep our "handle weight" at 10-15 pounds as well as having the boat's center
of gravity correctly balanced. This "balanced" feel of a Seitech dolly is one of
our most important features, and is the result of years of experience designing
specific dollies for specific boats.
4) Does a dolly break down for travel or storage?
Most dollies break down into smaller components, without tools, for easier
transportation. The size of the subcomponents depends on the size of the
particular dolly in question.
5) Does Seitech build dollies for PWCs?
Production of PWC dollies (Jetskis, Waverunners, etc.) has been suspended
indefinitely. Current PWC designs are too heavy for our dollies.
6) Is it OK to use my Seitech dolly in salt water?
Yes, all Seitech dollies are designed to be used in both salt and fresh water.
However, we do recommend rinsing the dolly, and especially the wheels and
bearings, with fresh water after use in a salt water environment.
7) Is there a warranty on Seitech products?
Yes, there is a one year warranty on all Seitech products against defects in
workmanship and material when properly used, cared for, and maintained. We will
replace, free of charge, any part which proves under examination to be defective
under normal use.
8) What if I can't find my boat listed for a dolly?
We have the ability to customize a dolly to fit almost any small boat up to
about 500 pounds. Please contact us at 888-464-5581 to design a dolly for your
boat.
9) What size boats are appropriate for a Seitech
dolly?
While there are a number of variables that we consider when designing dolly, the
most important is gross or "wet" weight. This is the weight of the boat plus
rigging, fuel and motor, and the family dog! Generally we build dollies for
boats where the gross weight is less than 500 pounds.
10) What tools do I need to assemble my new Seitech
dolly?
The only tools needed are a #3 Phillips screwdriver, and a rubber mallet, or a
soft blow mallet. Assembly instructions can be found in the Support Document
Section and with the specific dolly listing.
11) What's the difference between "IP" and "PC" parts
listed in the catalog?
The parts are from the same mold and fit exactly the same but they are made from
different materials. "IP" parts are made of Isoplast, which is a heavier duty
polymer for use with dollies for heavier boats over 250 pounds (like double
handed sailboats and boats with outboard motors). "PC" parts are molded out of
reinforced Polycarbonate and are used on small boat dollies for boats such as
the Sunfish and Laser which are less than 250 pounds. It is also the most
commonly used joint on our rack systems. Both IP and PC components are 100% UV
protected to provide long life for your Seitech dolly or rack.