{"product_id":"tie-down-engineering-amber-pvc-keel-pad-86291-15-x-3-5-inch-boat-trailer-hull-protector","title":"Tie Down Engineering Amber PVC Keel Pad 86291, 15 x 3.5 Inch Boat Trailer Hull Protector","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Tie Down Engineering Keel Pad, part number 86291, protects the hull from direct metal contact at the trailer's center. It provides a cushioned barrier that reduces scrapes and impact during loading and transport, and is designed to be mounted on the trailer's cross member or axle, placing it in the center of the trailer for coverage where the boat's keel makes contact. The pad measures 15 inches by 3.5 inches and is made from durable polyvinyl (PVC), a cut- and fade-resistant material chosen to hold up to repeated contact with the hull as well as saltwater and freshwater exposure during towing and launching. Its cushion-like design absorbs impact rather than transferring it directly to the boat's hull, helping prevent gouges, scrapes, and paint damage that can occur when a hull rests directly against bare metal trailer framework. The Tie Down Engineering Keel Pad 86291 is finished in amber and ships as a single pad, ready to mount to the trailer's cross member or axle with standard trailer hardware. It is a straightforward, low-maintenance upgrade for any boat trailer that lacks center hull protection, and pairs with Tie Down Engineering's broader line of trailer rollers and hull protection components.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tie Down Engineering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer Part Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 86291\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Amber\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Polyvinyl (PVC)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWidth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.84 pounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMounting Location:\u003c\/strong\u003e Trailer cross member or axle, centered\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded Components:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 keel pad\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUPC:\u003c\/strong\u003e 081628862911\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does the Tie Down Engineering Keel Pad 86291 do?\u003c\/strong\u003e It protects the hull from direct metal contact at the center of the trailer, providing a cushioned barrier that reduces scrapes and impact during loading and transport.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere does keel pad 86291 mount on the trailer?\u003c\/strong\u003e It is designed to mount on the trailer's cross member or axle, positioned at the center of the trailer so it sits under the boat's hull.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat size is the Tie Down Engineering Keel Pad 86291?\u003c\/strong\u003e It measures 15 inches by 3.5 inches.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat material is the 86291 keel pad made from?\u003c\/strong\u003e Durable polyvinyl (PVC), a cut- and fade-resistant material chosen to withstand repeated hull contact and exposure to water.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat color is part number 86291?\u003c\/strong\u003e 86291 is the amber version of this keel pad; Tie Down Engineering also offers a black version under a different part number.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the keel pad safe to use in saltwater?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, the PVC construction of the 86291 keel pad is built to hold up in both saltwater and freshwater conditions during towing and launching.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill the keel pad scratch or mark my boat's hull?\u003c\/strong\u003e No, the pad's cushioned polyvinyl surface is a non-marking design intended to absorb impact rather than scrape or damage gel coat.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow many keel pads come in the package?\u003c\/strong\u003e One keel pad ships per package for part number 86291.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much does the 86291 keel pad weigh?\u003c\/strong\u003e It weighs 0.84 pounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this keel pad a roller or a fixed pad?\u003c\/strong\u003e It is a fixed cushioned pad, not a roller; it provides a stationary contact surface rather than rotating like a trailer roller.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the keel pad come with mounting hardware?\u003c\/strong\u003e The listing for part 86291 includes the pad itself; it is designed to mount to a standard trailer cross member or axle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the UPC for the Tie Down Engineering Keel Pad 86291?\u003c\/strong\u003e The UPC is 081628862911.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tie Down Engineering","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49017658114267,"sku":"T-D-86291","price":8.92,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0839\/7586\/4539\/files\/T-D-86291_lg__91764.1619619379.500.750.jpg?v=1785329215","url":"https:\/\/www.goodvibesmarina.com\/products\/tie-down-engineering-amber-pvc-keel-pad-86291-15-x-3-5-inch-boat-trailer-hull-protector","provider":"Good Vibes Marina","version":"1.0","type":"link"}