{"product_id":"megaware-scuffbuster-stainless-steel-bow-guard-with-notch-5-75-x-4-5-inch-part-02638","title":"Megaware ScuffBuster Stainless Steel Bow Guard with Notch - 5.75 x 4.5 Inch, Part 02638","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Megaware ScuffBuster Stainless Steel Bow Guard with Notch (part 02638) shields your boat's bow and hull edges from the scuffs, scrapes, and abrasion caused by trailer rollers during loading and launching. It is built from anti-corrosive, 22-gauge 304 stainless steel with a mirror-polished finish, giving it strong resistance to saltwater and freshwater corrosion while keeping a clean, low-profile look on the hull. The notched design is shaped to work around protrusions such as cleats or bow fittings, so the guard sits flush against the gelcoat rather than fighting the hardware around it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eInstallation is straightforward: the guard attaches directly to the boat's surface using a 3M pressure-sensitive adhesive, and the stainless steel can be bent by hand to conform to the curve of the hull for a tight, consistent fit. Once mounted, it forms a durable barrier that takes the repeated contact from trailer rollers instead of your gelcoat, helping preserve the boat's finish and resale appearance over years of trailering. The Megaware ScuffBuster Bow Guard with Notch measures 5.75 inches high by 4.5 inches wide and is backed by a one year limited manufacturer's warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Megaware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer Part Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 02638\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e 22-gauge 304 stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mirror-polished\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesign:\u003c\/strong\u003e Notched\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5.75 inches x 4.5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.02 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdhesive\/Mounting:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3M pressure-sensitive adhesive, self-adhesive installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFit Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Universal fit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.3 pounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUPC:\u003c\/strong\u003e 672057026380\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e One year limited manufacturer's warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFitment\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eUniversal fit for mounting on the bow area of most boat hulls; not limited to a specific make or model.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does the Megaware ScuffBuster Bow Guard with Notch protect against?\u003c\/strong\u003e It protects the bow area and hull edges of a boat from scuffs, scrapes, and abrasion caused by contact with trailer rollers during loading and launching, part number 02638.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat size is bow guard 02638?\u003c\/strong\u003e The notched ScuffBuster Bow Guard measures 5.75 inches high by 4.5 inches wide.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat material is the ScuffBuster Bow Guard made from?\u003c\/strong\u003e 22-gauge 304 stainless steel with a mirror-polished finish, chosen for corrosion resistance in both saltwater and freshwater environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow is this bow guard installed?\u003c\/strong\u003e It attaches to the boat's gelcoat surface using a 3M pressure-sensitive adhesive; no drilling or additional hardware is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the bow guard fit a specific boat make or model?\u003c\/strong\u003e No, the Megaware ScuffBuster Bow Guard with Notch (02638) is a universal fit designed to mount on the bow area of most boat hulls.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy does this bow guard have a notch?\u003c\/strong\u003e The notch is shaped to fit around protrusions such as cleats or bow fittings so the 02638 guard sits flush against the hull instead of being blocked by hardware.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan the stainless steel guard be shaped to the hull curve?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, the stainless steel can be bent by hand to conform to the contour of the hull for a snug, consistent fit before the adhesive is applied.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much does the ScuffBuster Bow Guard weigh?\u003c\/strong\u003e The notched ScuffBuster Bow Guard weighs 0.3 pounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat warranty comes with part 02638?\u003c\/strong\u003e It is backed by a one year limited manufacturer's warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the thickness of the stainless steel used?\u003c\/strong\u003e The guard is made from 22-gauge stainless steel, measuring 0.02 inches thick.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill this bow guard rust or corrode over time?\u003c\/strong\u003e It is made from anti-corrosive 304 stainless steel, which resists rust and corrosion in both saltwater and freshwater use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is included when I order the ScuffBuster Bow Guard with Notch?\u003c\/strong\u003e You receive one notched stainless steel bow guard (part 02638) with its 3M pressure-sensitive adhesive backing already applied, ready for installation.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Keel Guard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49027496935643,"sku":"MKI-SB02638","price":21.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0839\/7586\/4539\/files\/MKI-SB02638_lg__49466.1619615651.500.750.jpg?v=1785164437","url":"https:\/\/www.goodvibesmarina.com\/products\/megaware-scuffbuster-stainless-steel-bow-guard-with-notch-5-75-x-4-5-inch-part-02638","provider":"Good Vibes Marina","version":"1.0","type":"link"}