I put the Ultimate on my Trophy's trailer last summer.It had carpeted bunks.I personally like rollers.I also understand why others don't like rollers.And this thread isn't about rollers.But I switched to Ultimates in an attempt to ease the loading.They are "slipperier" than carpeted bunks.But not as slippery as rollers.Overall, I like them and feel they will far outlast carpeted boards, even if the boards are pressure treated.JMHOGood luck.
Thanks Mac. I just realized I have rollers in the center but I do have carpeted bunks on the side to guide the boat in. I may end up buying a piece of plastic composite deck board for the side guide boards assuming they are rigid enough. Or just PVC board at the local Menards?
i just use wood without carpet. the carpet just rots the wood faster. counter sink the bolt heads and forget about them for several years. composite deck boards would be fine if the span between mounts isnt too long. even then you could screw a strip on the backside to make it stiff. just dont use treated wood for an aluminum boat.
Thanks for the advice. I do like the idea of the slippery boards though...
The wood is quite slippery. My buddies quabbin craft slides on and off well.
Well in that case! So treated wood is really bad for bunks for an aluminum boat?