{"product_id":"ce-smith-full-cap-frame-cross-member-pad-16871-3-inch-x-12-inch-yellow-thermal-plastic-rubber-keel-pad","title":"CE Smith Full Cap Frame Cross Member Pad 16871, 3 Inch x 12 Inch Yellow Thermal Plastic Rubber Keel Pad","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe CE Smith Full Cap Frame Cross Member Pad (part number 16871) protects your boat's keel from contact damage during loading, unloading, and transit by cushioning the trailer's cross member or axle at the exact point where the keel rests. Built in a full cap style, the pad wraps over the top of the cross member with 3\/4 inch deep sides on each edge, giving it a secure grip on any 3 inch wide cross member or axle that could otherwise mark or wear the hull.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe pad measures 3 inches wide by 12 inches long and is 5\/16 inch thick, made from yellow thermal plastic rubber (TPR) that is designed to stand up to repeated keel contact, sun exposure, and the wear of regular boat launching and retrieval. It mounts using 4 rivets or screws, with two fasteners on each side of the cap for a stable, non-shifting fit. Mounting hardware is not included, so rivets or screws sized for your cross member should be purchased separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis cross member pad is intended for boat trailers where the keel travels directly over a frame cross member or axle, and it is best suited to cross members or axles that are 3 inches wide, matching the full cap's dimensions. It is a simple, direct-fit accessory for trailer owners looking to add or replace keel protection without modifying the trailer frame.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e CE Smith\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer Part Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 16871\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full Cap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWidth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5\/16 inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMounting Side Depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3\/4 inch deep sides\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thermal Plastic Rubber (TPR)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yellow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMounting Hardware:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4 rivets or screws, two on each side (hardware not included)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible Cross Member Width:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.45 pounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUPC:\u003c\/strong\u003e 768296005054\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the CE Smith 16871 Full Cap Frame Cross Member Pad used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e It cushions a boat trailer's cross member or axle at the point where the keel rests, protecting the keel from wear and impact during loading, transit, and retrieval.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat size cross member does this pad fit?\u003c\/strong\u003e The CE Smith 16871 full cap pad is designed to mount on any 3 inch wide cross member or axle, matching its 3 inch cap width.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat are the dimensions of this keel pad?\u003c\/strong\u003e The pad measures 3 inches wide by 12 inches long and is 5\/16 inch thick, with 3\/4 inch deep sides that wrap over the cross member.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat material is the CE Smith 16871 pad made from?\u003c\/strong\u003e It is made from yellow thermal plastic rubber (TPR), a material chosen for cushioning and durability under repeated keel contact.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs mounting hardware included with part number 16871?\u003c\/strong\u003e No, hardware is not included. The CE Smith Full Cap Frame Cross Member Pad mounts using 4 rivets or screws that need to be purchased separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the pad attach to the trailer?\u003c\/strong\u003e It attaches with 4 rivets or screws, two fasteners placed on each side of the full cap, securing it over the cross member or axle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does 'full cap style' mean for this cross member pad?\u003c\/strong\u003e Full cap style means the pad wraps over the top of the cross member with deep sides on both edges, as opposed to a pad that only covers one edge or face.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat color is the CE Smith 16871 keel pad?\u003c\/strong\u003e This cross member pad is yellow.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much does the CE Smith Full Cap Frame Cross Member Pad weigh?\u003c\/strong\u003e Part number 16871 weighs 0.45 pounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan this pad be used on an axle instead of a cross member?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, the CE Smith 16871 full cap pad is designed to mount on any 3 inch wide cross member or axle.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CE Smith","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49027473506523,"sku":"CES-16871","price":12.19,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0839\/7586\/4539\/files\/16871__50128.1737876354.500.750.jpg?v=1785163505","url":"https:\/\/www.goodvibesmarina.com\/products\/ce-smith-full-cap-frame-cross-member-pad-16871-3-inch-x-12-inch-yellow-thermal-plastic-rubber-keel-pad","provider":"Good Vibes Marina","version":"1.0","type":"link"}