Can anyone have a look at these and give me their opinions?

http://www.cesmithco.com/product/roller2.htm

They look like a good idea - rollers to replace existing carpeted
bunks. I'm not sure how they'd fit though or if there are any draw backs.

Comments?

TIA

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Nick

Nick wrote:

Can anyone have a look at these and give me their opinions?

http://www.cesmithco.com/product/roller2.htm

They look like a good idea - rollers to replace existing carpeted bunks.
I'm not sure how they'd fit though or if there are any draw backs.

By the way, Westmarine sell them for around $100 dollars a pair.

"Nick" wrote in message
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Can anyone have a look at these and give me their opinions?

http://www.cesmithco.com/product/roller2.htm

They look like a good idea - rollers to replace existing carpeted
bunks. I'm not sure how they'd fit though or if there are any draw backs.

Comments?

TIA

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Nick

The rollers are great, but be aware that as well as easing the boat
backwards off and on the trailer, it can also roll forwards when you brake
hard. I always use a restraining strap secured at the back of the trailer
running to the winching eye on the boat - had a boat roll forward over the
winch post once.
Hope this helps.
Chris

I friend of mine has them... At his first launch, he started to back down
the ramp and his boat slid off the trailer 20 feet from the water.

So, plan accordingly.


"Nick" wrote in message
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Can anyone have a look at these and give me their opinions?

http://www.cesmithco.com/product/roller2.htm

They look like a good idea - rollers to replace existing carpeted
bunks. I'm not sure how they'd fit though or if there are any draw backs.

Comments?

TIA

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Nick

That's why it is suggested that you do not remove the winch clip until you
are in the water, or tie the painter to the trailer until the boat is in the
water.


"Van & Joan Hada" wrote in message
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I friend of mine has them... At his first launch, he started to back down
the ramp and his boat slid off the trailer 20 feet from the water.

So, plan accordingly.


"Nick" wrote in message
...
Can anyone have a look at these and give me their opinions?

http://www.cesmithco.com/product/roller2.htm

They look like a good idea - rollers to replace existing carpeted
bunks. I'm not sure how they'd fit though or if there are any draw
backs.

Comments?

TIA

--

Nick

having done all this with a 17 Boston whaler in Oregon for several
years--here are a few tips. Make sure your boat and roller set-up does not
put any strain on the "thin" areas of the boat. DO NOT rely on the winch
rope (painter) to hold the boat on as you back down the ramp. The winch
ratchet latch is not the most reliable feature and if it lets go "CRUNCH".
Always have an additional strap on the bow. And don't let anyone walk behind
the boat as a "guide" while you launch. I learned the hard way but I still
prefer rollers under the above conditions. Jim