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  1. 01-29-2017, 07:36 PM #1
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    Lightbulb Trailer bunks


    Time to rebuild the trailer bunk on my 16' Duracraft . It will be the last time I repair them.
    I'm thinking about not using carpet. I may have found a better way. I'm putting slick bottom on the boat while I repair the trailer. I found rubber pads at tractor supply for horses. "see below"
    I have new PT 2x4s. I can use my skillsaw to cut the rubber to 4"wide by 4' long. It will take 3 per bunk 12' long. I'll use gorilla construction adhesive and counter sunk hill bolts to fasten the rubber to the bunks. Since this dense is made for outdoor flooring for horses it should be more than tough enough to support the boat.
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    Utility Rubber Mat, Black, 4 ft. x 3 ft x ½ in. - For Life Out Here
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    I bought some rubber mat at Tractor Supply that looked like that but it came on a roll. If it's the same stuff it didn't hold up very well.
    Since you don't want to use carpet I suggest you look into using a plastic cover for a 4x4 post. If you rip it lengthwise it will make two caps you can screw to the boards. The boat will slide on these very easily and the covers will protect the boat from the chemicals in the PT wood.
    If you use this be sure to leave the winch strap connected until the boat is at the waters edge or you may have it laying on the ramp.
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    Quote Originally Posted by lowe rider View Post
    plastic cover for a 4x4 post.
    What is it and where can I get it?
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    This is not rolled. Its tough.
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    Give these a look

    https://www.amazon.com/BUNK-SLICKS-B.../dp/B000KOPV5U
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    Quote Originally Posted by Dlogfish View Post
    Give these a look

    https://www.amazon.com/BUNK-SLICKS-B.../dp/B000KOPV5U
    What are these made of?
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    Just a thought but I would think that rubber would not be a good medium to allow your boat to slide on and off the trailer very nicely/easily.

    I would be curious to see if something like Trex composite decking matterial might do a better job? I know it can be purchased in dimensinion shapes just like regular wood. It is weather and water resistant. Just not sure if anyone has used one for a bunk yet.
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    Hello: Like wicklundhr say's the rubber will not let your boat slide on and off easily. I rebuilt my bunks several years ago with Tie down brand bunk glide ons. Works great for me. Good Luck O - R
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    Vinyl fence post covers.
    Veranda 4 in. x 4 in. x 6 ft. White Vinyl Square Fence Post-73010699 - The Home Depot

    You could buy these the length you need, rip to size and install upside down.
    Veranda 15/16 in. x 5-1/4 in. x 16 ft. Brown Square Edge Capped Composite Decking Board-BRDVC B 16 - The Home Depot
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    Quote Originally Posted by FIN View Post
    What are these made of?
    They are a polymer
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