Switching From Rollers to Bunks on Boat Trailer for 1979 Mako 20
Question:
I have an older trailer that I would like to change from rollers to bunks. It carries a 20 1979 Mako. Can that be done? And, if so I need to know what parts I would need to make the transition. Could you provide some suggestions here? Thanks!
asked by: Brian C
Expert Reply:
In order to switch from roller bunks to carpeted bunk boards on your boat trailer you will need to add four of the 5 foot CE Smith Carpeted Bunk Boards for Boat Trailers # CE27820. This is based on the 20' length of your 1979 Mako 20.
For swivel brackets to attach them we have the following:
CE Smith Bolster and Swivel Bracket Assemblies - Galvanized Steel - 9" - Qty 4 # CE10000G-4
CE Smith Bolster and Swivel Bracket Assemblies - Galvanized Steel - 11" - Qty 4 # CE10001G-4
CE Smith Bolster and Swivel Bracket Assemblies - Galvanized Steel - 13" - Qty 4 # CE10002G-4
You will need to choose the correct length for your trailer. You will also need U-bolts to attach the brackets to your frame like the # CE15283GA-8. You will once again need to choose the appropriate size based on your frame.
I have attached a review video along with a link to all of our U-bolts which can be filtered down by size.
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 Bolster and Swivel Bracket Assemblies - Galvanized Steel - 11" - Qty 4
- Boat Trailer Parts
- Bunks
- Bunk Bracket
- Swivel Bracket
- 10 Inch Tall
- 2 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 Bolster and Swivel Bracket Assemblies - Galvanized Steel - 13" - Qty 4
- Boat Trailer Parts
- Bunks
- Bunk Bracket
- Swivel Bracket
- 12 Inch Tall
- 2 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 U-Bolts - Galvanized - 3-13/16" Long x 3-1/16" Wide x 1/2" Diameter - Qty 8
- Boat Trailer Parts
- U-Bolts
- 3-1/16 Inch Wide
- 1/2 Inch Diameter
- Galvanized Steel
- 3-13/16 Inch Long
- CE Smith
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Product Page this Question was Asked From
CE Smith Carpeted Bunk Boards for Boat Trailers - 5' Long - 1 Pair
- Boat Trailer Parts
- Bunks
- Bunk Boards
- 3-3/4 Inch Tall
- 1-3/4 Inch Wide
- 60 Inch Long
- CE Smith
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