Universal Cooler Slides

I ordered and received a Large cooler slide last week. The unit was built when i ordered it and it shipped relatively quickly. No problems there. The unit has 2 channels underneath that hold 2 rails that, in turn, hold the bottom part that holds your cooler. The rails were installed with tiny screws (evidently so that they wouldn't penetrate the bottom plates where the cooler sits. Unfortunately, they were so small that they do not hold the tracks to the unit. Even more unfortunately, i discovered this after it had already been screwed to the deck of my boat... Twice. I am not one to complain, but this is not an inexpensive part, so I expected much better construction than what I received. If you get one of these, take the extra time to inspect the rails underneath VERY CAREFULLY.

After a lot of research, comparing competing slides, I decided to purchase the slide from Boat Outfitters. I installed the slide to accommodate a 65 quart cooler.

Shipping was quick, the item was well packaged, and the installation instructions were clear. There is also a YouTube video.

I gave it 4 stars because there are a couple minor flaws with the design.

1) the two screws that are used to hold the adjustable body of the slide to make for a tight fitment to the cooler do not tighten enough because they screw into starboard - the screws just spin in the starboard and do not tighten enough to allow for the slide to hold the cooler tightly in place. They actually loosened up. I fixed this by installing a bolt in each channel, backed with a washer and nylon lock nut. Once the cooler/slide were snug I pushed the bolt forward against the slide and tightened it down.

2) The other issue is the hold down straps there is a hook on each side, so when choosing to use one hook or the other, the opposite hook is left to stick out, which was coming into contact with my leaning post legs. This requires the outside hook to be Dremeled off.

Both issues are an easy fix and so far I am happy with my purchase.

It's a little stiff I did some sanding but otherwise a great product I highly recommend

I seen this slide in my friends boat and I had to have one. It works and looks great and very functional and also ads value to your boat rig.

Best invention yet, no longer have to slide my cooler. It rolls with ease from under the leaning post.

Very pleased with the fit and finish! Super east to assemble and install with the included directions. I would highly recommend this product for anyone with a cooler they load down that has rubber feet.