Easily access your cooler under the leaning post! These adjustable slides let you maximize storage space safely while keeping drinks easily accessible. Locks in both positions.
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Product Details
UNIVERSAL DESIGN: Innovative system adapts to fit nearly any cooler and leaning post combination, eliminating sizing concerns
SECURE LOCKING SYSTEM: Pin lock mechanism keeps your cooler firmly in place whether extended or stored, preventing unwanted movement
SMOOTH PARALLEL MOVEMENT: Unique spanner design ensures slides move in perfect sync, eliminating binding and making operation effortless
DECK PROTECTION: Eliminates dragging across your deck surface, preventing costly wear and tear on your boat's finish
SPACE-SAVING SOLUTION: Maximize cockpit space by storing coolers under leaning posts while maintaining full accessibility
Fitting Guide
The Boat Outfitters cooler slide comes in three sizes; small, medium, and large to accommodate virtually any size leaning post and cooler:
Small can fit up to a 54-quart cooler.
Medium can handle sizes from 50-128 quarts.
Large can handle up to 200 quarts.
Size
Width
Depth
Small
17" - 27"
11.5" - 14.5"
Medium
18" - 41"
14.5" - 17.5"
Large
33" - 49"
17.5" - 20.5"
The below coolers have already been measured for your convenience:
Cooler
Size Required
Coleman Optimaxx 200 qt
Large
Igloo Ultima 36 qt
Small
Igloo Ultima 54 qt
Small
Igloo Ultima 94 qt
Medium
Igloo Ultima 128 qt
Large
Igloo Max Cold Ultra 70 qt
Medium
Yeti Tundra 20 qt
Small
Yeti Tundra 35 qt
Small
Yeti Tundra 45 qt
Small
Yeti Tundra 50 qt
Medium
Yeti Tundra 65 qt
Medium
Yeti Tundra 75 qt
Large
Yeti Tundra 125 qt
Large
Don't see your cooler? Please refer to our measuring instructions below.
Measuring Your Cooler
The sizing is done by dimension, not volume, so be sure to have your dimensions on hand when ordering. Since the frame that mounts to your cooler has a 2-inch tall lip, it’s important to measure two inches up from the bottom of your cooler.
Be sure that your cooler has clearance vertically as well as horizontally. The slide will add 2 inches of height to your cooler and 2.5 inches of width on either side. Without this extra clearance, it will not fit. Since most coolers are commonly narrowest at the bottom, your dimensions may be different from the specifications of your cooler manufacturer.
Prior to drilling holes for installation, dry fit the cooler slide with the cooler seated in the slide to confirm both slide travel is ideal as well as that the cooler lid clearance functions as intended.
Color Options
White/White
Arctic White
Seafoam
Fish White*
Dolphin Gray*
Glacier Gray*
Black*
Buckskin*
Dark Mocha*
Smoke*
Color Match by Brand
Below is our "best guess" color match by boat brand:
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Aeon Marine
Albury Brothers
Alumacraft
Ameracat
Andros Boatworks
Angler Boats
Ankona Boats
Aspen Power Catamarans
AVS Laminates
Bahama Boats
BAMF Boats
Barker Boats
Barracuda Boats
Bennington
Bertram Yachts
Blue Wave Boats
Bluewater
Bombardier
Bonadeo Boatworks
Bonefish Boatworks
Boston Whaler
Cabo Yachts
Calcutta Boats
Canyon Bay
Cape Fear Catamarans
Caravelle Powerboats
Carolina Classic
Carolina Skiff
Carver Yachts
Catalina Yachts
Century
Chaparral
Charger Boats
Checkmate
Chris Craft
Coastal Boats
Coastal Craft
Cobalt Boats
Cobia
Composite Research
Concept Boats
Contender
Correct Craft
Crevalle Boats
Crownline Boats
Cruisers Yachts
Diablo Boats
Donzi
Dorado
Dusky Marine
Eastern Boats
Ebbtide
Edgewater Powerboats
Epic Boats
Everglades Boats
Farallon Boats
Fisher Beavertail
Fountain Powerboats
Four Winns
Freeman Boatworks
Frigid Rigid
G3
Glacier Bay
Glasstream Boats
Grady-White Boats
Grand Banks Yachts
Hallett Boats
Hann Powerboats
Hatteras Yachts
Hells Bay Boatworks
Hewes Boats
Hinckley Yachts
Hourston Glascraft
Hunt Yachts
Hunter Marine
Hydra-Sports
Iconic Marine
Intrepid Boats
Invincible
Island Runner
JC Pontoon
Jefferson Yachts
Jersey Cape Yachts
Judge Yachts
Jupiter Marine
Key West Boats
Lake & Bay Boats
Larson
Luhrs
Mag Bay Yachts
Maine Cat
Mako
Marine Technologies
Maritec Industries
Maritime Boats
MasterCraft
Maverick
Cobia
Pathfinder
Midnight Express
Mikelson Yachts
Monterey
Mowdy Boats
Nautic Star
New Water Boatworks
Newton Boats
Nor-Tech
Novurania
Ocean Express Powerboats
Ocean Master Boats
Ocean Scout Marine
Panga Marine
Parker Boats
Progator Boats
Proline
Promarine
Pursuit Boats
Rampage
Regal Marine
Regulator Marine
Rinker
Robalo Marine
Royal Boats
Sabre Yachts
Sailfish Boats
Scout Boats
Sea Fox
Sea Hunt
Sea Ray
Sea Sport
SeaVee Boats
Seaway Boats
Shallow Sport
Sheaffer Marine
Silverton
Skeeter Products
Skimmer Skiffs
Sonic
Southport Boatworks
Sportsman
Stamas Yachts
Stingray Marine
Stott Craft
Stratos
Striper
Stuart Boatworks
Sundance Boats
Tiara Yachts
Tiburon Boats
Tidewater Boats
Tige Boats
Tracker Marine
Triton
Triumph Boats
Tunderbird
Twin Vee Catamarans
US Marine
Wellcraft
Whittley Marine
World Cat
Yamaha
Yellowfin
Young Boats
Important Note
Many builders have gone through color changes and utilize different color schemes on different boats. The above list should not be considered a definitive resource. Use these suggestions at your own risk and please consider purchasing a sample chain if color match is critical.
Starboard Sample Chain Made-to-order parts are non-returnable for color issues. To ensure accuracy, we recommend purchasing a Starboard sample chain.Add To Cart
*Special Order Colors: These "special order" colors require a surcharge. Call for availability. Color accuracy may vary by monitor/printer. Use swatches as a guide. For exact matching, consider a sample chain.
Installation Instructions
Cooler Slide Installation
Installing a boat cooler slide is easier than you might think, but still requires some minor drilling and adjustment. Boat Outfitters universal cooler slides for your cooler employs a unique “spanner” system that makes it easier to get the rails of your slide exactly parallel.
Fitting Your Cooler
The cooler slide is designed to fit your cooler tightly. The slides are adjustable so you can get custom quality fit on almost any cooler.
Before drilling any holes for installation, dry-fit the cooler slide with the cooler in place to ensure smooth slide operation and proper lid clearance.
To fit your cooler, flip the cooler so you’re looking at the bottom. Mount the front and back assemblies on the bottom.
Pull the slider part of the assembly out to reveal the two retaining screws within the slots of the starboard.
Push the slide assembly tight against the front corner of the cooler while pushing the sliding retainer tight against the back corner of the cooler.
Tighten both retaining screws in their slots to lock everything in. Repeat the process with the other slide assemblies.
Installing the Spanners
Now that you have the slide assemblies in place it’s time to install the spanners. The spanners don’t serve any structural purpose, they simply hold the sides parallel on installation so the slides don’t bind.
Find the spanner that allows you to install all four screws through the slots in the spanner and into the threaded holes on the bottom of the slider assemblies.
After you’ve found the correct spanner, center them across the slide assemblies and tighten them in place.
Mounting to Your Deck
Once the slide is assembled onto the cooler it’s time to mount it to your deck.
To mount the slide to your deck, find the proper mounting location and mark the six mounting holes on your deck.
Drill these out using counter sink bits; this will reduce any cracking in your gelcoat when you tighten the screws.
Once drilled out, the slide can be secured with the provided screws. When possible, through bolting is preferred.
Before you complete your install, be sure to seal your screw holes. Sealing and countersinking your deck screws is vital to a proper installation. Failure to seal your holes can allow moisture to penetrate your deck coring, causing issues down the road. Countersinking can prevent ugly cracks from occurring when you tighten down your hardware. These cracks are typically cosmetic but can spread and cause issues down the road.
Traditionally, cooler slides have been made to fit specific leaning post dimensions and/or a specific cooler size. Boat Outfitters universal cooler slide, though, uses an innovative to adjust to almost any combination of cooler and leaning post. It is available in small, medium, and large sizes, each of which is adjustable to fit a range of cooler sizes.
What is the value of a cooler slide for boats?
Cooler slides add value in multiple ways. First, they allow you to easily pull your cooler out from under your leaning post so you can open the lid all the way for full access. Then, the cooler can be slid back out of the way under the leaning post and locked in place, maximizing cockpit space. Second, by removing the need to drag your cooler on your deck, you greatly reduce wear and tear on the deck of your boat.
Who makes a high-quality cooler slide for boats?
There are relatively few manufacturers of cooler slides. Among them, Boat Outfitters is an excellent choice, manufacturing high-quality, universal fit slides from King Starboard and marine-grade hardware in a variety of colors.
How much clearance do I need to add a cooler slide under my leaning post?
The required clearance varies slightly among manufacturers, but generally speaking, a cooler slide will raise your cooler about 2 inches. So you need at least 2 inches of clearance above the lid when your cooler is sitting on deck.
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