Playsafer Heavy Duty 4’ Rubber Dock Bumper for Boat Docks, Marinas, Loading Docks, and Parking Spots - 48" x 3" x 4"

This baby is designed for industrial use, which is exactly what I was looking for. br>br>I put it up in front of my slip to protect the bow of my sailboat. It will do the job, but because it is made of old tires, it will leave heavy black marks on my hull if the bow comes into contact with it. To avoid scuffs, I covered the bumper with self-amalgamating vinyl tape. If you own a workboat or something similar, you are probably unconcerned. If you own a pleasure craft with a light-colored hull, you should be concerned.

Clementine Ewing

| Sep 20, 2021

These were purchased to replace two old styrofoam pads that had completely degraded due to exposure to the elements. I'm confident that these bumpers will outlast my lifetime. They're extremely sturdy and durable, and I've ordered four more of them. It takes a while for them to arrive, but the wait is well worth it. A word of caution: while installing them at the bottom of the wood, my DeWalt cordless drill almost fell into the lake. To avoid your drill twisting, breaking your hand, and falling into the water, reduce the torque to 15 or 16 when installing the 6" lag screws.

Walker Parks

| Jun 05, 2021

This product looks great out of the box and works well until a boat rubs up against it for an extended period of time, at which point the product wears down and the bolts become exposed. Three of the five we've put in are completely cracked, and two have rubbed down to the bolt head. These might work in places where the waves aren't too strong. However, where we live, they simply do not last, despite the fact that this product has been installed on our dock for nearly four years. This is the last product I'll ever buy. br>br>In fact, we had a windstorm a while back, and the product wore through to the bolt head (overnight), causing about $200 in boat damage.

Leroy Petty

| Aug 15, 2021

These bumpers have left unsightly marks on my boat that I can't get rid of. I've attempted to contact the seller, but no one has responded. I would not recommend it in the least.

Sawyer May

| Jun 07, 2021

We're very pleased with the purchase and the customer service.

Kinsley Cooley

| Feb 27, 2021

Even at three times the price, there is nothing better; I've tried a few others - none of them compare. Inflatable, rubber, and plastic are all words that come to mind when thinking of these When you've had your fill of looking, just buy one of these and you'll see what I mean. Although some older reviews complained about slow shipping, mine arrived two days after I placed my order. These are hard rubber sheets of commercial quality - as if it were recycled tire rubber densely packed Even if submerged in salt water, it will last a long time. It isn't a squishy material. It will not compress even if you stand on it. They're built to take a beating and keep going. I could see it compressing and absorbing the shock when I pushed my docked 41' boat into it. If you need a soft bumper for a small boat, this may not be the best option. 3/8" x 6" Galvanized or Stainless Lag Screws are required. They are available for purchase at a low cost at: Those who construct docks. com. You might also want to think about matching washers (they're not required, but the lag bolt head isn't much bigger than the bumper hole). I strongly advise you to plan ahead of time. To make it easier to screw in the lag bolts and prevent cracking, drill holes into the piling or wood. A 7/32" bit was used, but a 1/4" bit would have been better. You can also lubricate the screws with a lubricant. To screw them into the wood, you'll need a ratchet and a socket. Here's how you can do it: br>br> Pre- Thread the bolts into the bumper so that they protrude about a half inch. Mark the location of the bumper with a marker pen after aligning it. Remove the bumper and drill the top pilot hole by measuring down from the mark. Take the bumper and screw the top screw all the way in. Now, just enough to leave a mark on the wood, screw in the other two bolts. Pivot the bumper to the side and drill the remaining two pilot holes while it is still attached to the top screw. The last two screws should be put in place. With pilot holes, it will be much easier to align and screw in the lag bolts, and a little lube on the threads will help as well. br>br>Facts About Piling On rigid surfaces, bumpers are especially important. Freestanding Pilings aren't rigid - they're flexible. They're the safest things to bump because they have a lot of give. Pivoting on them is, in fact, a docking technique. Pilings attached to docks and bulkheads, on the other hand, are extremely hazardous. Bumpers are essential on these surfaces because they have no give.

Jeremias Liu

| Sep 26, 2021

6 inch galvanized lag bolts were used to secure the structure. It really works. br>br>It has the specifications listed on it, but it is heavier and larger than I expected. Each one is about 15 pounds in weight. br>br>According to another reviewer, the installation required two people. I did it all by myself, from the comfort of my boat. My strategy was to plan ahead of time. a bolt should be threaded into the "screw-in" adjust and duct tape the bumper in place, then install my pre-drilled hole" br>br>ADDITIONALLY, SHIPPING IS EXTREMELY SLOW. My second order took just as long as the first: it was placed on June 23, the shipping label was created on June 27, and the package was finally delivered to UPS [ground] on July 2. My package arrived in New Jersey. As a result, don't be surprised if shipping takes TWO WEEKS or more.

Ivy Pittman

| Jul 21, 2021

This item was successful. It was simple to install, requiring only three lag bolts, and provides peace of mind that your watercraft will not be damaged if you hit the dock.

Ryder Garrett

| Apr 19, 2021