How to Repair Bent Boat Trailer Fenders

What You'll Need
Socket wrench
Rubber mallet
Vice
Work table

Bent boat trailer fenders are common, as hauling a boat around can be difficult. Boat trailer fenders that are bent become useless. They no longer have the stability needed to protect the frame of the trailer. Bent fenders also do not have the give to prevent the boat from shifting on the trailer, in case you back in to something. The following article will explain how to repair bent boat trailer fenders.

Step 1 – Remove the Fender

Removing a boat trailer fender is easier than that of a car. They are attached by brackets from underneath the trailer. Use a socket wrench to remove the nuts and then remove the bolts. You will then be able to remove the fender.

Step 2 – Brace the Fender

Attach the vice to the work table. Place the fender in the vice and move it so that the dent in the fender is lined up with the opening to the vice. Tighten the vice so that the fender does not move.

Step 3 – Remove the Bend

Bending back boat trailer fenders is fairly easy. With it in the vice, pound the fender with the mallet until the dent is gone. Slide and rotate the fender as needed, until satisfied.