What is the Difference Between a Bolster Bracket and a Bunk Bracket

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What is the difference between a bolster and bunk bracket?

asked by: Paul K

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The terms bolster bracket and bunk bracket refer to the same thing. For example, CE Smith part # CE10002G-4 is a bracket that can be used on a boat trailer to mount either a standard carpeted wooden bunk board (that supports the boat's hull) or a roller bunk like # DL21741.

expert reply by: Adam R

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The bunk brackets will attach to the trailer cross members using U-bolts. Since you don't need a swiveling bracket, the #CE10600G bracket you mentioned would work fine. I've provided a photo showing how the bunk board attaches to the bracket,…

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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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The 5.30-12 tires, being wider, are going to make more contact with the road. This means that the noise, and heat build up will be higher than a 4.80-12 tire but the rolling resistance will actually be less because the tire is larger diameter. The…

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The #84 spindle is just a common way to identify the spindle dimensions typically used for 3,500 lb axles. So instead of listing out the parts, people can just say they have #84 spindles and it's easier to know what fits it. The CE Smith Trailer…

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The Demco Hydraulic Trailer Brake Actuator part #DM72VR should be a direct replacement for the Atwood 61101 Brake Actuator that you have now. This newest updated it rated at 7K instead of 6K. This is a bolt on option that mounts on 3" centers.…

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Hi Calvin! All of the pre-greased hubs/drums, like the Terran Industries Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly - 3.5K Axles - 10" Diameter - 5 on 4-1/2 #TX68VJ, come with bearings made overseas and are all basically the same quality. At least that I…

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Hey Jerry, thanks for reaching out! For your single-axle, 3,500-lb boat trailer, I recommend the 25-1/4" Double-Eye Leaf Spring #TX58RJ. This is one of the most common spring lengths for a 3,500-lb axle and looks like a good match for your…

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Hey Kris, the Dutton Lainson winch part #DL15440 does not come with a strap so you will need to order one with it. The part #DL24250 will work great with this winch as it is correct width, is 25 feet in length, and has a capacity of 3,700 lb WLL and…

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Hello Keith, Congrats on the Skeeter! For your #84 spindle, you'll want the Hub Bearing Kit for Lippert, Dexter, and AL-KO Axles - 3,500 lb with #84 Spindle #BK2-100. If you don't mind spending a little more on higher-quality bearings,…

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Glad to hear you are liking the wheels, Wayne! With the lug holes being a bit recessed on the Kenda #KE22XJ you got, I recommend going with the DeeMaxx Trailer Wheel XL Lug Nut - Chrome - 1/2" - Qty 1 #DE23KR. This is 1-7/8" long and fits…

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