Keel Roller Assembly CE32003G Weight Capacity

Question:

What kind of weight maximum is there on this item? I want to replace an old Shorelander bow cuddler with a roller. This doesnt look very heavy duty. My boat is a 22foot Sportcraft that weighs about 3500#. Would you have a suggestion to what I could use?

asked by: Tom M

Expert Reply:

The rubber keel roller # CE32003G does not have a weight capacity though it is designed to support the added weight of heavier boats. At any given time, it is not likely that any one roller will have to support the entire weight of the boat so it is not really a concern. If you are replacing a roller then the key is to get one that is the same size as the previous roller.

Rollers like this are rated well above their actual real-world requirements so you do not have to worry about using a particular roller assembly with a particular boat.

expert reply by: Jameson C