CE Smith Keel Roller, 12 Inch Black Rubber, 5/8 Inch Shaft - Boat Trailer Support Roller 29500
The CE Smith Keel Roller (part number 29500) is a replacement support roller designed for the keel section of a boat trailer, where it cradles the hull during launching and loading. Made from black natural rubber, the roller provides a smooth rolling surface that supports the boat's weight while protecting the hull from scuffing and abrasion as it moves along the trailer bunks or frame. It measures 3-1/2 inches in diameter and 11-3/4 inches wide, with a 5/8 inch shaft bore that fits standard trailer roller brackets and shaft sizes used on many small to mid-size boat trailers. This roller is intended as a direct replacement for original-equipment keel rollers that have worn, cracked, or hardened with age and UV exposure, restoring smooth, low-friction contact so the boat glides on and off the trailer without binding or dragging. Installation is straightforward: the worn roller is removed from its shaft and bracket, and the CE Smith 29500 roller is installed in its place using the same shaft and mounting hardware. CE Smith manufactures a full line of trailer parts and accessories, including rollers, brackets, fenders, and bearings, for the boat trailer aftermarket.
Specifications
- Brand: CE Smith
- Manufacturer Part Number: 29500
- Material: Black natural rubber
- Color: Black
- Diameter: 3-1/2 inches
- Width: 11-3/4 inches
- Shaft Size: 5/8 inch
- Product Dimensions (L x W x H): 11.5 x 3.2 x 3.2 inches
- Weight: 3.4 pounds
- UPC: 768296002176
- Warranty: 1 Year Limited
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CE Smith 29500 keel roller made of? The CE Smith 29500 keel roller is made from black natural rubber, chosen for durability and smooth rolling contact with the hull.
What size is the CE Smith 29500 keel roller? This roller measures 3-1/2 inches in diameter and 11-3/4 inches wide, with a 5/8 inch shaft bore.
What shaft size does part 29500 require? The CE Smith 29500 keel roller has a 5/8 inch shaft size, matching standard trailer roller shafts.
Will the 29500 keel roller fit my boat trailer? It fits standard trailer roller brackets and shaft sizes, which covers most small to mid-size boat trailers using a 5/8 inch shaft.
How do I install the CE Smith 29500 keel roller? Remove the worn roller from its existing shaft and bracket, then slide the CE Smith 29500 roller onto the same shaft and reassemble the bracket hardware.
What color is the CE Smith 29500 roller? The CE Smith 29500 keel roller is black.
How much does the CE Smith 29500 keel roller weigh? The CE Smith 29500 keel roller weighs 3.4 pounds.
Is the CE Smith 29500 an original-equipment style part? Yes, keel rollers of this type are original equipment on many boat trailers, and the 29500 is designed as a direct replacement roller.
What is included when I order part 29500? The order includes one CE Smith 29500 keel roller; the shaft and mounting bracket from your existing trailer are reused during installation.
Is the CE Smith 29500 keel roller genuine CE Smith or aftermarket? The 29500 is a genuine CE Smith part, manufactured by CE Smith for the boat trailer aftermarket.