Tie Down Engineering Pontoon Trailer Guide-On, Galvanized Steel, Fits 2 in. X 2 in. Or 2 in. X 4 in. Cross Members - 86465

The Tie Down Engineering 86465 Pontoon Trailer Guide-On helps steer a pontoon boat into alignment as it loads onto the trailer, reducing the guesswork and side-to-side drift that can happen during retrieval. Each post is built from square, 16-gauge galvanized steel for corrosion resistance and long-term strength, then sleeved in non-marking PVC so the post cannot scuff or scratch the pontoon hull during contact. The PVC sleeve is capped with a bright orange end cap, giving the operator a clear, high-visibility target to line up on from the driver's seat or dock, even in low light.

The 86465 guide-on is designed to fit trailer cross members measuring 2 in. By 2 in. Or 2 in. By 4 in., and all necessary mounting hardware is included, so it can be installed directly onto a compatible pontoon trailer frame without sourcing separate bolts or brackets. The galvanized steel construction and PVC sleeve combination is built to hold up to repeated exposure to fresh and salt water, sun, and the everyday wear of boat loading and launching.

Specifications

• Brand: Tie Down Engineering
• Manufacturer Part Number: 86465
• Product Name: Pontoon Trailer Guide-On
• Post Material: 16-gauge galvanized steel, square tube
• Sleeve Material: Non-marking PVC
• End Cap Color: Bright orange
• Cross Member Fitment: 2 in. By 2 in. Or 2 in. By 4 in.
• Hardware Included: Yes, mounting hardware included
• Weight: 13.6 pounds
• UPC: 081628864656

Frequently Asked Questions

What trailer sizes does the Tie Down Engineering 86465 guide-on fit? The 86465 guide-on is built to fit trailer cross members measuring 2 in. By 2 in. Or 2 in. By 4 in., covering the most common pontoon trailer frame sizes.

What is the guide-on post made of? Each post on the 86465 is square, 16-gauge galvanized steel, chosen for its strength and resistance to rust from repeated water exposure.

Will the guide-on scratch or damage my pontoon hull? No. The galvanized steel post is sleeved in non-marking PVC, so contact with the pontoon during loading will not mark or scuff the hull finish.

Why does the end cap need to be orange? The bright orange end cap on the 86465 gives the driver a clear, high-visibility target for lining up the pontoon boat with the trailer, especially useful in low light or from a distance.

Does the 86465 come with mounting hardware? Yes, mounting hardware is included with the Tie Down Engineering 86465, so it can be installed on a compatible trailer frame without buying separate bolts or brackets.

How much does the 86465 guide-on weigh? The Tie Down Engineering 86465 Pontoon Trailer Guide-On weighs 13.6 pounds.

Is the 86465 a single post or a pair? The 86465 is listed and priced as an individual Pontoon Trailer Guide-On unit; check the quantity needed for your trailer before ordering.

Can this guide-on be used on trailers other than pontoon trailers? The 86465 is designed and sized for pontoon trailer applications, fitting cross members of 2 in. By 2 in. Or 2 in. By 4 in.

Is the PVC sleeve replaceable if it gets damaged? The dossier for the 86465 does not specify sleeve replacement parts; the post ships complete with its non-marking PVC sleeve and orange end cap as a single assembly.

How is the 86465 different from Tie Down Engineering's floating or high-impact guide-ons? The 86465 is a fixed-height galvanized steel guide-on for 2 in. By 2 in. Or 2 in. By 4 in. Cross members, distinct from Tie Down Engineering's self-leveling floating pontoon guide-ons and heavier-duty high-impact models, which are separate part numbers.