Are Roller Bunks or Keel Rollers Needed on the CE Smith Boat Trailer Part # CE48810
Question:
Thanks, Conner. So you are suggesting, I don't get roller bunks, keep the carpeted 5' bunks, and add two two Deep V Keel rollers, and add on the front and back. You mention that the CE48810 comes with guide-ons, but I don't see that in the description; are you referring to the two 5' carpeted bunks as guide-ons? I was considering part # CE27660 bunk style guide-ons for the back. No need for them if I go with your suggestion, or add them too?
asked by: Dennis
Expert Reply:
The CE Smith Boat Trailer part # CE48810 comes with guide ons which help to center your boat during loading and to hold the boat during transport so I don't really recommend adding anything additional in regards to this aspect because of the size of the boat. However, if you will be launching your boat at night or in the early mornings I recommend using the CE Smith Post-Style Guide-Ons with LED Lights part # CE27740 which will provide visual targets.
What I do recommend using is a two of the CE Smith Deep V Keel Roller Assembly part # CE10404G which will need to be placed on the center of the first and second cross sections of the frame (see photo). The keel rollers will assist with loading and unloading but perhaps the most beneficial feature for you would be protecting your boat and trailer as this assembly will act as a buffer between the frame and underside of your boat.
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CE Smith Deep V Keel Roller Assembly for Boat Trailers - Galvanized Steel/Black Rubber - 10"
- Boat Trailer Parts
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- Black Rubber
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CE Smith Bunk-Style Guide-Ons for Boat Trailers - 24" Long - 1 Pair
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CE Smith Post-Style Guide-Ons with LED Lights for Boat Trailers - 40" Tall - 1 Pair
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CE Smith Multi Sport Boat and Kayak Trailer w/ Bunks - 8" Wheels - 12' Boat - 800 lbs
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- Bunk Boards
- 2 Kayaks
- 12 Feet Long
- 800 lbs
- 4-1/2W x 12L Foot
- Galvanized Steel
- CE Smith
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Dennis
2/23/2018
Thanks, Conner. So you are suggesting, I don't get roller bunks, keep the carpeted 5' bunks, and add two two Deep V Keel rollers, and add on the front and back. You mention that the CE48810 comes with guide-ons, but I don't see that in the description; are you referring to the two 5' carpeted bunks as guide-ons? I was considering part # CE27660 bunk style guide-ons for the back. No need for them if I go with your suggestion, or add them too?