Roller Bunks for a 1998 19ft. Carolina Skiff Boat Trailer
Question:
I want to turn my bunk trailer into a roller trailer. I have 2 10ft bunks on the trailer now and if I put 2 5ft rollers on each bunk will this support the the boat. The Carolina skiff has almost a total flat bottom all the wight of the boat will be on the roller bunks.
asked by: Cliff K
Expert Reply:
You should not have any problems using 2 sets of the Deluxe Roller Bunks end to end on the bunks on your trailer.
I checked out some photos of the 19 foot Carolina Skiffs online and found that the bunks are normally made from what looks like 2x4 lumber laid flat.
This means that the original bunks would be about 3-1/2 inches wide, and the roller bunks, # DL21741, are 4-5/8 inches wide overall, see attached photo, so they will support the boat on a wider portion of the hull. Rollers are also spaced close enough together that the weight is evenly distributed along the length of the roller just like it would be on the 2x4.
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Boat Trailer Roller Bunk Bracket for Dutton-Lainson Roller Bunks Parts DL21740 & DL21741
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