Recommended Replacement Bunk Brackets for a Escort Boat Trailer

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I need 3 bunk brackets for my escort trailer

asked by: Don F

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Expert Reply:

The 9" CE Smith Bolster and Swivel Bracket Assembly item # CE10000G you were looking at, are our go to for replacement bunk brackets. We have had quite a few customers over the years use these on Escort boat trailers. These are sold individually or in four packs item # CE10000G-4. The swiveling brackets will allow you to mount your bunks at any angle.

We also offer 11" tall brackets item # CE10001G for a single or item # CE10001G-4 for a four pack.

If you don't have holes to mount these brackets in you can use the CE Smith U-Bolts - Galvanized - 3-13/16" Long x 3-1/16" Wide x 1/2" Diameter item # CE15283GA-2 to mount them.

expert reply by: Jerred H

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Answer 1

All of the swivel brackets we carry use a 1/2 inch fastener (sold separately) to attach the bracket to the mounting surface. The holes to attach to the bunk board are 3/8 inch. You should use the appropriate sized wood screw or bolt to attach the…

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Answer 2

For bunk brackets we have CE Smith Bolster and Swivel Bracket Assemblies #CE10000G-4 as well as others at different lengths. To attach the brackets to the trailer frame you can use U-bolts such as #CE15283GA-2 which are 3-13/16 inches long, 3-1/16…

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Answer 3

The only roller bunks we carry, see link, come in 4 and 5 foot lengths. They can be cut to the lengths needed though. So for example if you needed a 9 foot section you could get 2 of the 5 foot models and cut off 12 inches of one to get 9 feet. For a…

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Answer 4

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,…

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Answer 5

So the U-Bolt will secure the CE Smith Light Duty, Vertical Bunk Bracket #CE10603G with the ends pointing towards the back of the trailer. If you look at the picture you took it looks like those fasteners holding your current brackets could be…

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Answer 6

The CE Smith Bolster and Swivel Bracket Assemblies part #CE10000G-4 do not have a specified weight capacity as it can vary by the strength of the u-bolts used in conjunctions with these brackets as well as how many brackets are used per board. I know…

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Answer 7

Kenda is the name of the tire manufacturer, and Loadstar is the name of the model or tread design of the particular tire. If you click on the second thumbnail photo under the photo on the product description page, and scroll your cursor over it, you…

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Answer 8

The size 165/65-8 is the modern size name for your 16.5 x 6.5 -8 so we have exactly what you would need. If you have a 4 on 4 inch bolt pattern wheel currently you would want the part #AM3H200. If you have a 5 on 4-1/2 inch bolt pattern you would…

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Answer 9

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 10

To find the load capacity for your axle you should look on the trailer VIN plate or sticker that lists the VIN number. The weight rating of the axle should be listed on that same plate or sticker. Also, the axle could have a tag or plate on it that…

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Answer 11

The difference between an load range C and load range D tire in the same size is the capacity and psi rating. The two tires will still have the same dimensions and fit on the same wheel. The D rated tire has a higher capacity. For a ST175/80D13 like…

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Answer 12

To determine the size of the hub assembly you need to purchase you have to determine which bearings are in the old assembly. If the old assembly has L44649 inner bearings, you would use the hub you chose #8-258-5UC1. If the inner bearings are marked…

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