How to Covert my Roller Bunks to Wooden Bunks on my Boat Trailer

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i have a 1700 fisherman by lund on my shorlander roller trailer. How do i convert it from roller to bunks? How do i adjust the bunks to fit boat?

asked by: Robert D

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This is a very easy process! If you already have rollers simply measure them and choose bunks similar to CE Smith Carpeted Bunk Boards for Boat Trailers part # CE27840 that most closely match. They will then attach to the same attachment point that the rollers used typically a bracket either welded or bolted to the trailer. There will be no issues of adjusting as these will be in the same position the rollers were.

When I install these I use short 3/4" lag bolts through the bracket into the bunk with washers if needed.

I have linked an install video and also the page that has the different bunk lengths that we have available for you to match them up.

expert reply by: Randy B

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Answer 1

You can attach roller bunks like the #DL21741 to the top of wood bunks directly if you want. It's just a matter of running hardware through the top of the bunk and the roller bracket.

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Answer 2

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 3

Hey Bryan, that's a good question. The pricing can definitely be misleading, but I wouldn't use it to judge the quality of the tire. A lot of that comes down to promotions, inventory, and whether you're looking at a tire by itself or…

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Great question Stephen, happy to help! The screws will go through the top of the Tie Down Marine Slides #TD99FR. The slides have countersunk mounting holes, so the screw heads sit flush with the surface of the slides after installing. As for…

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The Stainless Steel Hex Lag Screw #FA74521 contains one 3/8" diameter, 1-1/4" long lag screw.

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Answer 6

Hello Randy, Great question. For replacing bunk boards on a 20 ft bass boat trailer (like #CE27845), you’ll want 3/8 inch diameter lag bolts that are 1-1/2 to 2 inches long, depending on the thickness of your bunk brackets. Go with hot-dipped…

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Hi Christopher! I can definitely help you with getting the Tie Down Swivel Top Angle Bracket for Boat Bunk Boards - 3-1/2" Long #TD44FR attached to the CE Smith Carpeted Bunk Boards for Boat Trailers - 5' Long - 1 Pair #CE27820. I recommend…

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The longest boards that we offer are going to be the CE Smith Carpeted Bunk Boards, #CE27840, which measure 6 ft long. I have included a link to all of our carpeted bunk boards for you. The bunk boards can be mounted to existing brackets on the…

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Answer 10

Hello Terry, Welcome to etrailer, I'm glad you found us! We do not have a 2x6 carpeted bunk board that is 8-1/2' long, but you can easily make exactly what you need. You will want to pick up a pressure-treated 2x6 that is at least 8-1/2'…

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Hey James, welcome back! Yes, the Tie Down Bunk Slicks #TD59FR will work well on the bunks of your pontoon trailer. Just keep in mind, these are designed to reduce friction quite a bit so it will change how your boat loads and unloads. They will…

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