boatbum1959
Cadet
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- Oct 4, 2004
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I am considering adding this to my 19' Bayliner bowrider,is there a difference between the two? and which one would suggest I install.
Looks like Keelshield says the same http://www.keelshield.com/frequentlyasked.html?&no_cache=1My trailer is roller/bunk type. Keel Guard recommends no keel protection unless the trailer can be modified such that the rollers do not contact the protector.
We sell both here at iboats. We haven't received any complaints about either manufacturer from any of the thousands of customers we have sold them to.
That being said, I personally have a Keel Shield on my boat (which I installed over 4 years ago) and have had no problems with it but if I were to do it over again I would pick a Keel Guard for several reasons:
1. iboats sells Keel Guards at the lowest price permitted by the mfr. ($10-$20+ under Keel Shield pricing).
2. The overall look and feel of the Keel Guard looks like it always belonged on the boat right off the showroom floor and does not yellow over time.
3. The Keel Guard people are just plain great to work with and are passionate about their product.
4. With both products having a life time warranty - get the less expensive product - Keel Guard.
Here is a link to both products on iboats: http://www.iboats.com/Hull_Keel_Protectors/dm/view_id.217418
Jaxnjil-
May I ask how you removed the residue left on the hull upon removal of the old keelguard/saver?