Possible Guide Upgrade for CE Smith 65" Guide Ons To Prevent Bending
Updated 10/02/2020 | Published 09/30/2020
Products Featured in This Question
Question:
Hello, I purchased the 65” guide on for a 24’ Pontoon boat and wondering if there is an upgraded or more heavier duty bracket to use when installing this kit. I’ve been told that the bracket fails for larger pontoon boats. I haven’t tried these yet but wanted to ask if there was a kit. I have a photo from another aftermarket kit that I can share. This addition would make this kit even more robust if needed. Thanks for the great products!
asked by: Kyle N
Expert Reply:
The guide 65” poles/markers on the CE Smith # CE27637 Guide Ons are only meant as markers to show you where the trailer is. While they can endure some pressure in relation to a straight on approach, off angle pressure which can occur with water currents, high wind, and off angle approaches, can cause damage to the guide poles and/or brackets. The leverage exerted by the long poles can cause the poles or brackets to bend. In a way this is good as that much leverage would otherwise bend or damage the trailer frame.
If you frequently find yourself in these situations a CE Smith # CE27610 Roller-Style Guide-On which has a short mount would be able to provide more strength and guidance in this situation.
I have attached a link to this product page and to a video installation guide.
Product Page this Question was Asked From
CE Smith Post-Style Guide-Ons for Boat Trailers - 65" Tall - U-Bolt Hardware - White - 1 Pair
- Boat Trailer Parts
- Guides
- Post-Style Guide
- 65 Inch Tall
- Galvanized Steel
- PVC
- CE Smith
more information >
Featured Help Information
Miscellaneous Media
Continue Researching
- Shop: CE Smith Roller-Style Guide-Ons for Boat Trailers - 15" Tall - 1 Pair
- Shop: CE Smith Bunk-Style Guide-Ons for Boat Trailers - 24" Long - 1 Pair
- Shop: Ark Ezi-Guides Self-Aligning Boat Trailer Loading System - 20' to 28' Long Power Boat
- Video: An In-Depth Look at the CE Smith Bunk-Style Guide-Ons for Boat Trailers
- Shop: CE Smith Bunk Style Guide-Ons for Pontoon Boat Trailers - 24" Long - 1 Pair
- Shop: BoatBuckle G2 Retractable, Ratchet Transom Tie-Downs - Stainless Steel - 43" - 500 lbs - Qty 2
- Shop: Replacement Roller-Style Guide-On for Boat Trailers - 21" Tall - Qty 1
- Video: An In-Depth Look at the Ark Ezi-Guides Self-Aligning Boat Trailer Loading System
- Search Results: trailer guide posts
- Search Results: boat trailer parts
- Shop: Hand Winch Strap with Safety Hook, 2" Wide x 20' Long - Extra Heavy Duty - 4,800 lbs.
- Q&A: Dimensions and Steel Gauge of Upright Posts of CE Smith Post-Style Guide-Ons CE27637
- Q&A: Available Guide-On Heights for Boat Trailer
- Video: Hands-On with the CE Smith Post-Style Guide-Ons for Boat Trailers
- Search Results: vortex 48355v
- Q&A: How To Choose Correct Height CE Smith Post-Style Guide-On's for Boat Trailers
- Q&A: Guide-Ons for Boat Trailers That Fit a Boat Trailer Frame That is 3-1/2" Wide x 5-1/8" Tall
- Q&A: Replacement Mounting Bracket For 75" CE Smith Post-Style Guide-Ons # CE27636
- Q&A: How Long Is The Base Bar Of The CE Smith Post Guide-Ons 75 Inches Tall?
- Q&A: Which Is The Right Guide Post Size For My 170 Bayliner?
- Video: Checking Out the Brophy 4- and 5- Way Flat Circuit Tester
- Video: An In-Depth Look at the CE Smith Post-Style Guide-Ons for Boat Trailers
- Video: Comprehensive Review: etrailer Hitch Pin Alignment Collar for 2" Hitch Accessories
- Video: Brophy 4- and 5- Way Flat Circuit Tester Review
- Article: Trailer Wiring Diagrams
- Shop: Trailer Hitch
- Search Results: trailer hitch
- Article: Wiring Trailer Lights with a 7-Way Plug (It's Easier Than You Think)
- Shop: Trailer Wiring
- Search Results: trailer tires and wheels
on Boat Trailer Parts
