What is the Widest Keel Roller for a Boat Trailer

Question:

I need to replace the keep roller and the roller on my boat trailer. I have a 22 foot Pathfinder. This is a fiberglass hull and is a bay boat. I live in St. Petersburg, FL and use my trailer in saltwater. So I am hoping to get some recommendations on a replacement keel roller and roller for my boat trailer. The old one on my boat that rusted up is similair to he etrailer Item # CE10405G. I also have some questions. Is 12 inches the widest roller for the keel roller for the trailer? I also need new U-bolts to attach the bracket to the trailer and not sure if you sell them. So you also sell the u-bolts. Since I use my trailer in saltwater I would like to see what you have for sale that can handle saltwater use.

asked by: Michael F

Expert Reply:

Thanks for reaching out, Michael!

The widest roller we have is the 18" Long Yates Keel Roller for Boat Trailers # YR18244-165EC which installs on a trailer using the CE Smith Universal-Fit Split Panel Brackets # CE10500G, the 19" Roller Shaft w/Cap Nuts # 107-30A, and either bolting into the trailer frame or around it with U-Bolts. Since I'm not sure what the size of your frame is I've gone ahead and added a link to our U-Bolt kit selection for you to filter through, but I'd be more than happy to make a recommendation if you can let me know your frame size.

We have a few stainless steel hardware options which are best against salt water, but most everything we have s coated with a galvanized coat. This does okay against salt water but you'll definitely need to rinse it off with fresh water after you use it.

expert reply by: Jon G