C.E. Smith 27620
A shorter guide that helps show the trailer's position when the ramp water covers the frame.
Identify C.E. Smith PVC Boat Trailer Post Guides by MPN
White and black PVC guide-on posts can look similar when removed from a boat trailer. C.E. Smith 27620 and 27626 are 40-inch sets, while 27640 is a taller 60-inch set. The distinction affects the steel upright, sleeve length and lateral adjustment, not just the PVC colour.
Identify the post kit
All three models are sold as pairs with mounting hardware and fit standard trailer frames up to 3 inches wide by 4-1/4 inches high. The PVC tubes have a 2-3/8-inch actual outside diameter.
| MPN | Assembled height | Post colour | Adjustment per side | PVC sleeve | Steel upright |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27620 | 40 in | White PVC | 13 in per side | 31-1/2-in white PVC sleeve | 18-in vertical steel upright |
| 27626 | 40 in | Black PVC | 13 in per side | 31-1/2-in black PVC sleeve | 18-in vertical steel upright |
| 27640 | 60 in | White PVC | 19 in per side | 47-1/2-in white PVC sleeve | 39-in vertical steel upright |
Post height means inches. The 40-inch and 60-inch model names describe height above the trailer frame, not a length in feet. These are unlighted post guide-on kits; trailer lights remain a separate requirement.
What to check on the original trailer
- Waterline and height: 40-inch sets are lower; the 27640 stands 60 inches above the frame.
- Frame crossmember: compare its width and height with the 3-inch by 4-1/4-inch standard mounting limit. A longer U-bolt kit is a separate solution for some larger frames, not part of the standard kit.
- Adjustment range: the 40-inch sets adjust outward to 13 inches per side; the 60-inch version adjusts to 19 inches per side.
- Position: the posts should be near the rear of the trailer, while still allowing the widest part of the boat to pass through them.
- Replacement parts: 27620 uses white sleeve 11339; 27626 uses black sleeve 11329; 27640 uses white sleeve 11340. Uprights differ between the 40-inch and 60-inch versions.
Exact C.E. Smith listings
The links below lead to the exact catalog part numbers. Check the individual record's stated condition and availability; local viewing or pickup in Kelowna is by appointment.
C.E. Smith 27626
The black version of the forty-inch post-style guide-on; choose by colour and frame clearance.
C.E. Smith 27640
The taller pair provides a more visible reference when the trailer is deep in the water.
Related trailer parts guides
For carpeted side supports, see identify the C.E. Smith 2-foot and 5-foot bunk guides. For hull-contact rollers, visit the roller identification guide.
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