[flywhaler]

has anyone used, had any luck, or know anything about these plastic/silicone strips that go on bunks?

 

[seaslug44]

I've seen a few jet ski owners use them and they stated that they are great. There is also another competitive brand or two on the market. Just check with the manufacturer because if I recall correctly, there is a maximum fiberglass boat weight for some of the brands to work.

 

[treypescatorie]

Fentress Trailer Glyde Slicks

They tested them in june issue of boating life magazine. After installing the glyde strips "When we reloaded the boat, it slipped right into the center of the trailer, and a little throttle nudged it perfectly against the bow roller". If I had a bunk trailer I would get them.

Treypescatorie

 

[620046]

Good advise from DoctorFish

I ordered a set from Cabelas last year and when they arrived,the installation instructions said they would not work with a boat as heavy as mine,so I had to go to the hassle of sending them back.I phoned Cabelas and told them they should put the weight limits in the catalog,so we would not waste our time like that.I now use the spray on ,Liquid Rollers,or Industrial strength spray Silicone,and it works fine on a 3,800 lb.boat and bunk trlr.

Regards-Mud Flat-RFA member

 

[flywhaler]

my 16' whaler can't be more than 1,300 lbs fully loaded so i think they should work well. the cabelas book said they were rated for 3,000 lbs but the internet said it was really 2,000 lbs...that's a big difference. maybe i'll get that spray silicone too. i can probably pick it up at the west marine near me. thanks guys.