What are bunk glides made of?
They are simple to install so you can use them right away. These Caliber marine bunk slides are made from a low-friction composite.
How do you make a boat slide trailer easier?
Use a silicone spray such as (WD-40 Water Resistant Silicone Lubricant). This way is very effective and your boat will slide off the bunks fast. Make sure to have a rope or something to hold the boat from getting away from you.
What can I use for trailer bunk boards?
Which wood should I use? For wood, pressure-treated pine is the industry standard for trailer bunks. Popular alternatives are oak, cypress and other hardwoods that add even more durability. Composite boards used for patio decking are other options, but pressure-treated pine is a proven material with economic benefits.
Why choose Surfix trailer bunk slides?
Easily installed, Surfix trailer bunk slides are non-marking, UV-resistant and available in a wide range of sizes to retrofit to any trailer. These slides, or glides, from Surfix ease the launching of boats from carpeted bunk trailers.
Are the Surfix bunk glides worth it?
My boat is a Cobalt 272 weighing 5400 lbs. Before installing the Surfix Bunk Glides, it was a struggle to get my boat the last few inches on the trailer. Now the winch can easily snug the boat right up to the bow roller! Well worth the expense. Very easy to install. The quality is excellent.
What are the benefits of Surfix slides for aluminum boats?
An added benefit to aluminum boat and pontoon boat owners comes in the form of corrosion resistance. Since the aluminum doesn’t contact wet, soggy carpet with the Surfix slides, hull pitting as a result of being stored on the trailer is reduced, if not eliminated.
What are the advantages of a bunk slide?
No hidden hollow spots or voids to cave in common to injection molded pieces. Smooth flat wide surface spreads the weight of the hull making it easier on the finish. Easy to cut and drill with common working tools. When the water is low, bunk glides still make it workable. Trailer slides are unaffected by sun, weather or sea water.