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  • Can a Pontoon Boat Cover be Used when Transporting a Boat
  • The Classic Accessories StormPro Pontoon Boat Cover, # CA20027, can be used when transporting your boat, but how it holds up depends on a lot of factors. Things like speed, road and weather conditions all will play a part in how the cover responds to travel. The downfall of a lot of covers is if they are not installed and secured properly and according to the instructions, linked for reference, parts can come loose, flap in the wind and end up tearing even the most well-constructed cover. Personally,...
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  • Are the AO Coolers Rotomolded Boat Fenders w/ Covers Inflatable
  • Yes, the AO Coolers Rotomolded Boat Fenders w/ Covers # AM84NR are inflatable. They feature a rubber inflation valve for adding air to the boat fender.
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  • Do the AO Coolers Rotomolded Boat Fenders w/ Covers Have an Inflation Valve For Adding Air
  • The AO Coolers Rotomolded Boat Fenders w/ Covers # AM24NR have a rubber inflation valve for adding air to the boat fender.
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  • Installation Instructions for Classic Accessories StormPro Pontoon Boat Cover # CA20027
  • Thanks again for shopping with etrailer! I'm very glad to hear that you are pleased with your purchase. I have attached a snapshot of the instructions for the Classic Accessories StormPro Pontoon Boat Cover, # CA20027.
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  • Where Should a Dutton-Lainson Strong Arm Winch be Installed on a Boat Trailer
  • On a boat trailer, you will need to position the Duton-Lainson winch, # DL25215, so that the loading ring on the bow of your boat is the same height or a little higher than the winch drum when the boat is loaded on the trailer. You will need to us a winch stand or other mounting surface that is strong enough to support a load that actually exceeds the capacity of the winch. The instructions, which I have linked for you, actually cover mounting the winch in the first few pages.
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  • What is the Tire Coverage of Spare Tire Cover # 052963753875
  • Classic Accessories Universal Fit Spare Tire Cover # 052963753875 will cover a great deal of the inside of the tire sidewall. The elasticized back hem comes with quick connect clips for a fast and adjustable fit on your spare. To see how much of the spare tire it covers check out the picture I attached.
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  • What is the Shape of the Mounting Hole For BoatBuckle G2 Retractable Ratchet Straps
  • I have included a picture of the back of what the Boat Buckle G2 straps, # IMF08893, look like. Mounting hardware (2 bolts, nuts, and washers) are included. You can also get optional mounting brackets, # IMF14254, if you need to move the straps off the frame or around obstacles.
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  • What Causes Water To Enter a Boat Trailer Tail Light
  • In regards to trailer tail lights, a common mistake that people make is not unplugging them prior to launching the trailer. The reason that this is important has to do with not only the mixing of electricity and water but also the rapid cooling. If you are using your lights down the boat ramp you'll be heating up the bulbs and housing. When the trailer is dunked under water this rapidly cooling can cause the housing to suck in water. Granted, this is more of an issue with incandescent than...
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  • Can the Titan BrakeRite Electric Over Hydraulic Actuator be Submerged Underwater
  • Installation location of the Titan BrakeRite I Plug and Play Electric-Hydraulic Actuator Kit, # T4813102, is at the discretion of the installer. However, you do not want to submerge it underwater so it would be a good idea to move it forward if at all possible. The cover on the system is not 100 percent water tight so it you can keep it out of the water that would be ideal. I have included a link to the installation details for you.
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  • Determining Functions of Wires on a Boat Trailer to Install a 4-Way Flat Connector
  • Since there is no standard for wire colors and functions you will have to determine the function of each wire on the boat trailer. There are two ways to do this, you can trace each wire back to see where they all terminate. Or you can apply 12 volt power to each wire and see what lights up. On a Trailer side replacement 4-Way, such as # 18004, the one covered pin is the ground (white is most common). Next to that is running lights (usually brown). Then you have left turn and brake lights...
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  • Can Tears on Extang Trifecta 2.0 Part 44450 be Repaired
  • Although there are no kits available to repair the cover on your Extang Trifecta 2.0 # EX92450, I spoke with my contact at Extang who said that a local vinyl shop (they make boat covers) should be able to patch up some tears. If you don't have a vinyl shop near you or you would rather just replace the tarp then the correct replacement tarp is part # EX92450-20 on our site.
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  • Can Dutton-Lainson 4 Foot Roller Bunks be Added to Vertical Metal Bunks
  • Ok, I'll go ahead and take these questions one by one regarding the Boat Trailer Standard Roller Bunk - 4' Long- 10 Sets of 2 Rollers # DL21754. 1) Since you have shallow launch areas, adding about 3 inches of height could make it a bit more difficult to launch, so (if possible) it would likely be best to lower your current bunk brackets, if that is how they are attached. 2) You can mount the # DL21754 to your metal bunks since they are vertical. It would be the same practical application...
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  • Parts Needed to Backup Without Putting on the Surge Brakes When Parking or Launching a Boat Trailer
  • Yes, there is a way to back up your boat trailer and keep the surge brake actuator, # T43397007K, from applying pressure to the trailer brakes. You will need an electric lockout solenoid, # T4748800, which will close when you shift the vehicle into reverse, allowing the trailer to be backed. Along with the solenoid, you will need a solenoid cover, # T4835800183, if your actuator is the model 60 actuator that you referenced. The cover will keep the solenoid from getting stepped on and damaged...
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  • Will the CE Smith Post-Style Guide-Ons for Boat Trailers Work with Pontoon Boat Wider Than 19"
  • In regards to the CE Smith Post-Style Guide-Ons for Boat Trailers part # CE27636, if you need to extend the uprights more than 19" from outside of the frame you'd have to replace the horizontal bar stock with a longer option. It's removable so that shouldn't be too much of an issue so then you'd just need to take the bar stock to a local supply store and match it up with one that has a length that would work for your trailer. Please keep in mind, this isn't recommend by the manufacturer...
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  • How Boat Trailer Bunk Boards Attach to Bunk Brackets
  • The bunk brackets will attach to the trailer cross members using U-bolts. Since you don't need a swiveling bracket, the # CE10600G bracket you mentioned would work fine. I've provided a photo showing how the bunk board attaches to the bracket, which should answer all your questions.
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  • Optronics LED RV Utility Light Installation On Ranger Boat Trailer
  • I do not recommend this but he most likely trimmed down the the clear plastic housing ring to fit the old trim ring over it. When installing the # UCL60CB you'll be fine just drilling new holes and using the two screw hole set up and using the chrome trim ring to cover it all up.
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  • How To Install the Sliding Under Platform Pontoon Boat Ladder
  • In regards to installing the Sliding Under Platform Pontoon Boat Ladder part # 315-FOG3, this will be pretty straight forward. Position the unit where you would like to install it, mark the hole in the flange, drill out the holes, then secure the steps using hardware you provide. I recommend stainless steel hardware. If you like, you can use carriage bolts and place them through the top of the floor so that you don't have to worry about sharp points. That said, hex bolts will work as well....
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  • Installation Instructions for Halogen Docking Light Kit, # DL-16CC.
  • I can certainly provide you some installation instructions for the Halogen Docking Light Kit, # DL-16CC. First, drill a hole at the desired mounting locations, slip on the rubber boot cover, then install the lights using the included hardware. Disconnect the battery to avoid short circuits/electrical shock. Measure the wire needed to install the lights on your boat and cut the red wire into the lengths needed. Place the plastic terminal covers onto the wire and attach the corresponding...
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  • How Does Pro Series Winch PSKR10000301 Let the Line Out
  • If the winch on the trailer is # PSKR10000301 then it just cranks in and out. There is no freewheel mode and no paw or switch to move in order to go between cranking in and out. this winch does have a brake that automatically holds the load if you let go of the handle (with a minimum of 50 pounds pulling on the line). But once you start cranking again the brake should let go. On these winches some of the mechanism is contained inside the covered part that the handle attaches to. If there...
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  • How to Determine the Functions of 4-Way Flat Trailer Connector when All Wires are the Same Color
  • Yes, on a 4-Way flat trailer connector there is one covered pin and 3 exposed pins. The one covered pin is the ground. Next to it is the running light pin. Then the left turn signal/brake light pin. And the last pin is right turn signal and brake lights. If any of the lights light up when you applied power to the ground then there is a short somewhere that will need to be fixed. That will be easy though since you can just attach a new wire to the ground wire at the back of the connector...
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