Tie Down Eng Bunks

When it comes to boat trailer bunks engineered for durability and effortless boat handling, Tie Down Engineering has built a reputation that spans over five decades of marine innovation. Since 1969, this Georgia-based manufacturer has specialized in creating practical, cost-efficient solutions for boaters, and their comprehensive line of bunks exemplifies that engineering-first philosophy with products designed to make launching and loading smoother, safer, and less strenuous on both your vessel and your back.

Bunk Slicks: Friction-Reducing Innovation

Tie Down's PVC molded Bunk Slicks are designed to bolt directly onto your carpeted bunk boards, offering a smooth surface that allows your boat to slide on and off the trailer with ease. Available in multiple configurations including 3-inch by 16-inch and 1.75-inch sizes, these bunk slicks work with standard 2x4 and 2x6 bunk boards, providing versatility across different trailer setups. Each pack contains 10 Bunk Slicks, ensuring ample coverage and support for your valuable watercraft while measuring 3 inches wide by 16 inches in length. The installation is straightforward—they screw or bolt directly onto existing carpeted bunks, transforming a high-friction surface into a low-resistance glide path that protects gelcoat and fiberglass finishes.

Modular Glide-On Systems

For boaters seeking a comprehensive bunk upgrade, Tie Down Engineering's modular Glide-On systems represent a significant advancement in trailer bunk technology. Tie Down's self-centering bunk glide on's are expertly manufactured with Tie Down's enhanced polyvinyl material, designed to provide a smooth surface that makes guiding your boat onto the trailer easier than ever. Designed to accommodate 2x6 boat trailer bunk boards, these modular boat trailer guides are flexible and versatile, catering to a variety of lengths up to 16 ft. or two 8 ft. boards, with each kit including four 3 ft. sections and four 1 ft. end sections along with all necessary mounting hardware. The interlocking modular design means you can customize coverage length and combine kits for extended bunk boards, making them ideal for painted, fiberglass, or aluminum boats of various sizes.

Replacement Bunk Boards and Complete Solutions

Beyond friction-reducing accessories, Tie Down Engineering manufactures complete replacement bunk boards pre-carpeted with marine-grade black carpet. These heavy-duty boards come in 3-foot, 4-foot, and 5-foot lengths, providing the structural foundation that their Bunk Slicks and Glide-Ons enhance. When paired with Tie Down's galvanized bunk brackets—constructed from 11-gauge steel with hot-dipped galvanized finish—boaters get a complete bunk system engineered to withstand the harsh marine environment while delivering the smooth loading performance that reduces wear on hull surfaces.

Why Choose Tie Down Engineering for Trailer Bunks

With over 95 patents and 7,000 products manufactured in USA facilities, Tie Down Engineering brings serious engineering expertise to what might seem like simple components. Their bunk products reflect this commitment: self-centering designs that guide boats into proper alignment, enhanced polyvinyl materials that resist UV degradation and saltwater corrosion, and modular systems that adapt to different trailer configurations. Whether you're outfitting a new trailer or upgrading worn bunks on an existing setup, Tie Down's bunk solutions deliver the reliability and ease-of-use that serious boaters demand for protecting their investment and simplifying every trip to the ramp.