How To Convert a Boat Trailer from Center Rollers to Bunk Rollers
Question:
Is it possible to change my boat trailer from a center roller type to a bunk style trailer I have a 13’ boston whaler.
asked by: Bill
Expert Reply:
Yes, it is possible to switch from center rollers to bunk rollers on a boat trailer. For this, you will first need to remove the center rollers and then you can install a set of bunk rollers, part # CE27710 along with part # CE10000G-4 to support the hull. Then, in order to support both the port and starboard sides you can use part # CE27600.
I have attached a photo of a similar setup with bunk boards instead of bunk rollers for the hull. In addition to the above you will also need to have a bow support like the CE Smith Keel Roller Assembly part # CE32003G which you could then attach to the CE Smith Winch Stand part # CE31013G. For a new winch, you can use the Fulton Single Speed Trailer Winch part # F142007.

Products Referenced in This Question
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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CE Smith Bunk-Style Guide-Ons for Boat Trailers - 60" Long - 1 Pair
- Boat Trailer Parts
- Guides
- Bunk-Style Guide
- 18 Inch Tall
- 1-1/2 Inch Wide
- CE Smith
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CE Smith Winch Stand - Galvanized Steel - 30" Tall x 2" Wide
- Boat Trailer Parts
- Winch Stand
- 30 Inch Tall
- 2 Inch Wide
- CE Smith
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CE Smith Keel Roller Assembly for 3" Wide Trailer Tongues - Galvanized Steel and Black Rubber
- Boat Trailer Parts
- Rollers
- Keel Roller
- 11-1/2 Inch Tall
- Black Rubber
- 5 Inch Long
- CE Smith
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Fulton Single Speed Trailer Winch - 7" Long Handle, 12' Strap - Zinc - 900 lbs
- Trailer Winch
- Standard Hand Winch
- Boat Trailer Winch
- Utility Winch
- Light Duty
- Standard Hand Crank
- Single Speed Winch
- Polyester Strap
- Fulton
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CE Smith Roller Bunks for Boat Trailers - 6 Rollers Each - 5' Long - 1,500 lbs - 1 Pair
- Boat Trailer Parts
- Bunks
- Rollers
- Roller Bunk
- Black Rubber
- CE Smith
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