How to Attach 8 foot Roller Bunks to Trailer that Has Two Cross Members
Updated 01/27/2026 | Published 08/16/2024
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Hi, My current bunk configuration is two 8 foot bunks. One on each side. I would like to convert them to roller bunks. I am reading in your posts that I could use two 4-foot roller bunks on each side however I only have two cross bars for mounting. How can I mount two 4-foot roller bunks on when it looks like I can only use one mount per roller bunk? Is there a solution to this?
asked by: Peter D
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Expert Reply:
Hey Peter, in a situation like yours you'd want to attach the roller bunks to the top of the wood bunk. This allows rollers like the part # CE27700 the support they would need.
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Jameson C.
1/27/2026
Hey Peter, how did things go after attaching the roller bunks to the top of your wood bunks? Your results could really help others trying to convert their setups the same way.