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| I've got to whole heartedly agree with both Steve's on this one. Bunks are much easier to work with than rollers, easier to maintain, and definitely support the weight of the boat better.
My boat is a stepped catamaran tunnel hull, weighing (with fuel and gear) close to 4000 pounds. It drives on the big bunk trailer like a dream, even in a good cross wind. If I was using a roller trailer, I'd still be at the launch ramp trying to get this thing on. I can put the last 12 inches of the trailer under the water, and with that 150, I could easily park that thing in the back of my pick-up truck if I wanted to.
The silicone spray idea suggested by Steve Worrall will not only make the process easier by reducing friction, but will also extend the life of the carpet on the bunks.
Get yourself a good winch (overweight is always a good idea), and use either a strap or aircraft cable rated for more than the weight of your boat. Don't use poly rope on a winch because it stretches and rots quickly. When it breaks, bad things can happen.
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