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Install FAQ's (frequently asked questions)
Whilst there are a lot of trailers 'out there' that are similar there are a few that vary from the 'norm' and require a different install procedure Here we will show some of these, and explain how you an avoid potential problems. Example 1 The trailer requires that the latch be installed too far forward without support at the front of the latch. If you install it this way the latch is likely to bend at the point indicated, when under heavy load.

Close-up showing latch unsupported at the front of this more unusual type of boat trailer. Old version of Aluminium snare shown and also mounted too far out from bow.

Here a support is inserted to brace the front 'overhang' of the latch. A bolt is used to attach to this support at the front. An optional part is available from your dealer if you do not wish to make one up.

Close-up showing the latch support option - bolted to latch at the front.

Optional Latch Support available from us, to provide bracing for an unsupported latch.


Latch support shown - note snare to latch angle not optimal here.
More Detail on Latch Support - click here

The Wrong Snare to Latch Angle One of the most common problems for not getting the best results is getting the wrong angle of the Snare to the Latch. Where the bow is an extreme angle and/or the trailer has an odd winch post angle.

For more detail on how to solve this see... - click here to go to "Installation - short version - click here to go to the "Before You Install" publication - click here to go to "Installation-"Wedge" option"

Tip Rope Diverter for Aluminium Boat Snare
Avoiding rope catching up between snare and bow If the snare is mounted on the boat and there is a gap that a rope can be caught in occasionally (especially if a thin rope is used) then here is a way to avoid this issue.

This uses a piece of stiff plastic tube - see details here.

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The L-&-R boat latch has been granted an International Patent. Persons or Organizations who are found to be in breach of this patent will be prosecuted to the full extent of the International patent laws. Copyright Release & Retrieve Boat Latch Pty Ltd, 2006 and "L-&-R" is a Trademark of Release & Retrieve Boat Latch Pty Ltd