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General Discussion

Bow guard, bow protector recommendations

Thread starter jcb1977
Start date Aug 8, 2024

jcb1977

Jet Boat Junkie

Aug 8, 2024

I've always had a few scratches/marks on the bow from the trailer bow roller even with replacing the stock with the Stoltz version. anyone have any recommendations on a bow protector/guard? was looking at something like this:

https://www.amazon.com/Gator-Guards-18-BS-SIZ-BowShield-Guard/dp/B004CCDND8

seems like it would interfere with the chines/strakes on our boats though.

@JetBoatPilot - have you looked at making one out of marine mat, similar to your registration numbers? seems like it might work better than stainless steel and blend in a little better aesthetically as well.

thanks in advance for any feedback.