[Diamondpilot]

The gate should be ok but check the break over angle between the gate and the trailer deck. On the guys equipment I take care of the trailers came with 12" tires but we had to change them to 8" tires so the ramps did not have to be 8' long.

Pay close attention to the deck if its wood check and make sure its not in need of replacement. With lumber prices it will cost you $100 to $150 for a good treated deck if you do the work. Also look at the gate and make sure it has not been bent or welded on, these are signs of overloading.

I would not recommend beefing up the gate, you will never be able to lift it and when nothing is on it the back will out weigh the tongue and it will be strait in the air. This will make the trailer tow poorly because it will be tail heavy.

Chris