Tie Down Engineering 86198 Keel End Cap, 5/8 Inch Shaft, Amber, 3.5 Inch

The Tie Down Engineering 86198 is a keel end cap designed to guide and stabilize a boat during loading while preventing the hull from slipping off the keel roller. It helps maintain proper alignment along the trailer as the boat is winched into position, protecting the hull from direct contact with the metal roller shaft. Made from durable polyvinyl, this cap is built to resist cutting and fading from sun exposure while standing up to both saltwater and freshwater conditions.

The 86198 measures 3.5 inches and is sized for a 5/8 inch shaft, fitting the keel roller assemblies commonly used on boat trailers. It is finished in amber and installs directly onto the end of the keel roller shaft to cap it off and provide a smooth, protective bearing surface for the hull during loading and retrieval. This is a universal-fit accessory intended for a variety of boats and trailers using a 5/8 inch shaft keel roller setup.

Specifications

• Brand: Tie Down Engineering
• Manufacturer Part Number: 86198
• Product Type: Keel End Cap
• Shaft Size: 5/8 inch
• Diameter: 3.5 inches
• Color: Amber
• Material: Polyvinyl (PVC)
• Item Dimensions: 3.5 x 3.5 x 1.25 inches
• Weight: 0.3 pounds
• Fit Type: Universal Fit
• UPC: 081628861983

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Tie Down Engineering 86198 keel end cap used for? The 86198 caps the end of a keel roller shaft to guide and stabilize the boat during loading while preventing the hull from slipping off the roller, helping maintain proper alignment along the trailer.

What shaft size does the 86198 keel end cap fit? It is sized for a 5/8 inch shaft, matching the keel roller shafts commonly used on boat trailers.

What color is part number 86198? This keel end cap is finished in amber.

What are the dimensions of the 86198 end cap? The cap measures 3.5 inches in diameter and has overall item dimensions of 3.5 x 3.5 x 1.25 inches.

What material is the Tie Down 86198 keel end cap made from? It is made from durable polyvinyl that resists cutting and fading.

Will the 86198 hold up to saltwater use? Yes, the polyvinyl construction of the 86198 is designed to withstand both saltwater and freshwater conditions.

Does the 86198 fit a specific boat make or model? No, this is a universal-fit keel end cap intended for a variety of boats and trailers that use a 5/8 inch shaft keel roller assembly.

Is there a black version of this keel end cap available? Tie Down Engineering also offers this same 3.5 inch cap in black under a different part number; the 86198 is the amber version.

How much does the 86198 weigh? The Tie Down Engineering 86198 keel end cap weighs 0.3 pounds.

How does the 86198 protect the hull? By capping the metal keel roller shaft, the 86198 prevents direct metal-to-hull contact and provides a smooth, cushioned surface as the boat is winched on and off the trailer.

How many end caps come in a package of the 86198? The 86198 is sold as a single keel end cap, part number 86198.

Is the 86198 genuine Tie Down Engineering, not an aftermarket copy? Yes, the 86198 is a genuine Tie Down Engineering keel end cap, not an aftermarket reproduction.