Can I Weld the CE Smith CE10160GA-2 Heavy Duty, Vertical Bunk Brackets
Updated 07/13/2020 | Published 07/09/2020
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Question:
Hello, Bought a used boat trailer for my 27foot Boat. The rails land right on the chimes so im looking to cut off the existing bottom brackets and possibly weld these on to the existing frame. Do you see any issues with that? Thanks
asked by: Jordan
Expert Reply:
Because the CE SMith Heavy Duty, Vertical Bunk Brackets # CE10160GA-2 are galvanized steel, I don't recommend welding them because of the inherent issues that come along with welding on a coated steel. These are designed to be secured to the trailer frame using U-bolts like the # CE15283GA-2, so I do recommend using that method.
I've gone ahead and linked our entire selection of u-bolts in case you find that you need something a bit longer, as well.
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CE Smith Heavy Duty, Vertical Bunk Brackets - 90 Degree - Galvanized Steel - 6" Tall - Qty 2
- Boat Trailer Parts
- Bunks
- Bunk Bracket
- 6 Inch Tall
- 5 Inch Wide
- Galvanized Steel
- CE Smith
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