Product Description The keel of most boats is the center line running down the bottom of your boat. It generally protrudes and slices into the water. Because of this, the keel both slices the water first, and also bumps into concrete, ramps, docks, and rocky shores first. But it doesn’t have to. KeelShield was developed to protect your most vulnerable, and constant point of contact. Made of pure Urethane Polymers, this 5” wide rugged shield is the strongest and most durable protection for you keel from abrasions, scratches, and scars. KeelShield is easy to install, just Prep-Peel-Stick; Once its on you are good to go. Installation does not require time to cure. And with our exclusive 3M adhesive system, it stays on, we guarantee it. Gator Guards’ KeelShield offers better quality and is more reliable than the competition. Not only does it provide the best protection and reliability, its easy to install, and it is the only product on the market with the Gator Guard Guarantee Lifetime Warranty, Satisfaction Guaranteed, Best Customer Care, Made in the USA. NOTE: It will not work on catamarans, pontoon boats, boats whose trailers have weight bearing rollers, bunks or pads that the KeelShield will rest on or will come in contact with when the boat is launched and loaded. It will not work for Boats or Personal Watercraft that pull up on a Jet Dock and there are many model of Personal Watercraft it will not work on. It will not work on certain models of Alumacraft, Lund, G3 Angler Series and Crestliner boats. For a compatibility list please see our website www.gator-guards.com or email us [email protected] .com The simple-to-install KeelShield protects your boat from sand, rocks, and concrete ramps. Your boat is one of your biggest investments, so be sure to protect it. The KeelShield Keel Protector kit comes ready to install with the strongest, thickest 3M marine adhesive available, and guards your boat's keel against damage from sand, rocks, and concrete ramps. Constructed of urethane material with UV inhibitors, the KeelShield works on fiberglass, most aluminum, and heat treated wood. Available in 13 colors and sizes from nine to 90 inches, the kit is made in the U.S.A. from the quality materials in a patented grooved design. Product testing demonstrated this design enhances performance by adding directional stability on all boats and improving water flow to the impeller on jet-driven watercraft. Lifetime Warranty KeelShield marine products include a limited lifetime manufacturer's warranty against defects in materials and workmanship.
N**S
Very pleased
YouTube for install and tips. Really helped me, I was nervous of screwing up. Once you start it's very straight forward and I did it solo. My best tip is use one hand with the activator and wipe quickly. It was 75* out and the activator started getting sticky and dry quick! So move fast .Lastly on the chined parts of your vessel make sure to remove less of the red strip, as to not accidentally have it stick to the hull. Roll your fist bottom to top and it will mold perfectly. Finish it off with life seal (fiberglass) around the edges for a lifetime seal
R**S
Horrible Product!
This product doesn't compare to a good quality keel guard product carried by boat dealers and repair shops.No way boat shops are they going to use something as flimsy as this. The peel-and-stick is a joke. You need to use real marine epoxy. This product suggest you use (have to purchase separately) 3M 5200 epoxy to seal the outer edge. When done correctly using a real keel guard, this additional sealing around the edge is not necessary.Additionally. the better quality keel guards are much thicker and wider and look better.Good luck to those who buy this product... you'll need it.
D**E
A+ company, A+ product
I have two boats. One has been installed for 10 years, the other boat 1 year. Within a day of each other, I damage both due to coming into the trailers to hot because of bad storms. The shields hit the center guide and tore open. Both boats are completely fine because of the protection this offers. No issues after 10 years of beaching and normal use so I would say these are excellent. I sent photos to company and they shipped two replacements out immediately, even when it was my fault. A+
B**Y
Beach protection
Great protection for my boat. Some of my boat’s keel was worn by the trailer axle rubbing it. Repaired the keel to a degree, installed this protector for my light beachings. It probably won’t resist against my trailer axle, so I launch and recover with the trailer deeper so my boat floats more during the process. I had the Keel Protector professionally installed because trying to install 9 ft straight, with permanent glue, while laying on my back and trying to not screw this up or hurt myself was a safer option. Love the insurance of this protecting my boat.
A**T
Very nice - protects your investment.
Definitely not an “ easy install”Be ready to break out some elbow grease...Sticks super strong ( 3M duh 🙄)That being said I bought 8’ and it came with 3 super tiny activator pads that were made of foam so they deteriorated very fast- that said wipe the area quickly with the activator pad - I MAYBE was able to put activator on 1/2 of surface that needed it 🤷♂️I’m hoping that the activator is mostly for those who don’t prep their surface well....All In all it looks great 👍 & I don’t have to worry about scraping up my keel 😁———-Beached the boat 2x and gouged the shield- gator guard is sending me a new one free of charge.. I’m not looking forward to the labor involved but it did protect my keel & they are honoring their advertised warranty 💪💪
B**S
Installed easily, so far so good.
Not sure if I should give it five stars, I haven't had it in the water yet, but installation is done and it went really smooth.Recently bought used boat with existing keel issues. Followed the instructions and installed myself in about an hour and a half (there were a couple smoke breaks). Looks great, and I already feel better about beaching my boat. Hopefully it holds up in water as other reviews state, I'll keep you posted, we're launching tomorrow.
L**S
Looks great, hide gel coat damage nicely.
Just installed the keel protector today. It looks great and adhesion seems good after a few hours. I installed over an uneven ge coat repair, can’t notice any variance in depth. I’ll provide an update after I’ve had it out a few times.Instructions note it needs to be installed when it’s above 70 degrees, and can’t be installed where it would sit on trailer rollers. Installation took about an hour for me.
J**I
2016 SeaDoo
I used KeelShield KS-8BLK Keel Protector on my 2016 SeaDoo RXT 260 and GTX 155 and with some modification to the front portion of the KeelShield to match the S3 hull design, they worked beautifully. I also used the 3M Marine caulk around the edges. It helps blend it all in. You cant see it in the water, and on the trailer it looks like its part of the SeaDoo. Although it took me all day to do both skies, I am very pleased with this product.
A**R
Install is a pain and could include more prep and install materials
The install was a pain in the backside.A paper template included would go a long way in aiding with the masking and install.It should also include the below surface marine grade sealant. The 3M sealant i purchased didn't qualify for free shipping and was quite expensive for the tube i purchased, which also happened to be larger than needed but i was afraid to buy one that was too small. So an included sealant and rubbing alcohol would top this off perfectly.I don't plan to smash into anything but hope it works as advertised if that happens.It also looks like it belongs once you finish up with the sealant.
M**K
decent product
though i find these a little expensive for what they are, it did the job well and has withstood speed, submersion, and a couple bumps already. Only issue I had was with the shape of the boat, it did not adhere well. There is a little portion in the center that didnt quite stick flush after sticking the right and left... though this doesnt appear to have affected its adherence
A**R
Good quality product, easy to install.
Good product, looks like it will last the lifetime of the boat when it is done correctly. I installed this on my 2013 Nitro Z7 and I would have order 1 extra foot longer if I was able to do it all over again. Does the job though.
A**R
Product didn't bond to boat
Item shipped as described. I fallowed directions to the letter and after first use of the boat it had fallen off. Not sure if the glue or activator have a shelf life and I received an old batch.
B**X
Not Suitable for Polyethylene
I had to return this product because it is not suitable for polyethylene kayak hulls. Neither this site nor the installation instructions make this clear, it was confirmed in an email from Gator Guard.
R**K
Great
Easy to cut and most on the yak. Not feeling any drag
P**E
great for our boat
Works so well, great for our boat.
A**R
Then goes on pretty quick.
Exactly as advertised. Will take you a couple hours to prep and ensure everything is lined up. Then goes on pretty quick.
V**R
Buen producto
Pega muy fuerte al Vasco tal comolo describen
G**S
Easy to install.
Installed easily on my 10 foot tender. No issues. It's a little pricy so we'll have to wait and see how it stands up. Came with excellent instructions.
A**R
They don't ship enough activator and it's only good for large boats
They don't ship enough activator and it's only good for large boats, does not take a semi sharp keel very well
R**N
Buena calidad
Es muy buena calidad. El líquido activador del pegamento es poco prectico y poca cantidad.
A**R
It is a comfort to know the keel is protected
good product
J**B
Protecteur de quille
Facile a installer
B**L
Keel Protector as advertised
Easier than expected to install, it went really well and now my keel is fully protected.
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