Trailer Bunks

[Ryan727]

Hey guys,

I have to re-carpet my trailer bunks on a double-ski trailer. They actually don't have anything on them, looks like previous owner replaced the wood, but didn't carpet them(idiot..). So my bunks are currently dead vertical, with no slant. I commonly see many trailers that have a slight slant on the bunks. Is it bad to be straight up and down?

Also, do you guys prefer to glue or staple your carpet? I was thinking of stapling the carpet on.

 

[Dr Honda]

Both. Coat the face of the wood with contact cement. Fold over... and staple to the bottom with stainless staples.

 

[mikidymac]

Your bunks should be at an angle with as much surface area on the hull as possible.

 

[Ryan727]

Man you guys are on top of everything, lol.

Thanks once again!