Recommended Bunk Brackets for Angle Iron Cross Members on Boat Trailer
Question:
Hi, I have a sailboat trailer that has L-angle/channel cross-members with welded bunk supports. These supports are rusting away. I am trying to find a solution with a clamp-on product. I can send photos of the trailer if that helps.
asked by: Allan B
Expert Reply:
It sounds like you're looking for a set of bunk board brackets and if that's the case we have some great options for you such as the CE Smith Bolster and Swivel Bracket Assemblies part # CE10000G-4. These brackets are designed to attach to the cross members via u-bolts. The cross members are usually either a c-channel or square tube so if you don't have flat sides to attach the brackets to, you'd likely need to find a way to box the cross members in such as with a block of wood. The other option would be to weld the brackets to the frame like what you have now or replace the cross members.
I have attached our full selection of bunk brackets below for you as well. If you want to try to box the cross members in and need u-bolts, simply provide me with the height of the cross member and I'd be glad to see if we have some u-bolts for you.
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CE Smith Bolster and Swivel Bracket Assemblies - Galvanized Steel - 9" - Qty 4
- Boat Trailer Parts
- Bunks
- Bunk Bracket
- Swivel Bracket
- 2 Inch Tall
- 8 Inch Tall
- 1-3/8 Inch Wide
- 2-1/2 Inch Wide
- Galvanized Steel
- 3-1/2 Inch Long
- CE Smith
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