CE Smith Wobble Roller Retainer Ring - Zinc-Plated Steel - Qty 1
(172 reviews)
Price: $2.90
In Stock
CE Smith Wobble Roller Retainer Ring - Zinc-Plated Steel - Qty 1
Item # CE10981
Our Price: $2.90
Orders above $99 qualify for Free Shipping
In Stock
- All Info
- Reviews (172)
- Q & A (0)
- Videos (1)
- Photos
- Why etrailer?
CE Smith Accessories and Parts - CE10981
- Boat Trailer Parts
- Hardware
- Retainer Ring
- CE Smith
Secure a wobble roller on your boat trailer with the help of this retainer ring. It is constructed of zinc-plated steel to provide years of use.
Features:
- Retainer ring helps you to mount a wobble roller to your boat trailer's roller bunk
- Zinc-plated steel construction is sturdy and long-lasting
- For holding roller on 1-1/8" shaft size and 3/4" shaft size
- Made in USA
Specs:
- Diameter of retainer ring: 3/16"
10981 Zinc-Plated Steel Replacement Wobble Roller Retainer Ring by CE Smith
Video of CE Smith Wobble Roller Retainer Ring - Zinc-Plated Steel - Qty 1
Videos are provided as a guide only. Refer to manufacturer installation instructions and specs for complete information.
Video Transcript for CE Smith Boat Trailer Parts CE10981 Review
Speaker 1: Today we're taking a look at the CE Smith Wobble Roller Retainer Ring. This retainer ring helps you to mount a wobble roller to your boat trailer's roller bunk. The unit's constructed from a steel construction. It features a zinc plated finish to resist rust and corrosion.This is designed for holding a roller on shaft sizes of one and 1/8th inches, and three quarters of an inch. The unit would need to be installed using a pair of pliers, or any tool that can help you bend the ring into place around the shaft. The product is made in the USA, and the diameter of the actual ring here is 3/16ths of an inch.It's bent like this on purpose.
What you would do is, with your wobble roller on the shaft, you would want to use a washer. Then you take this and place it on the opposite side of the washer, so you'd have your wobble roller, washer, and now you have your retaining ring. Once you have it around the shaft, you take a pair of pliers or any tool that can help you bend the unit, and then you just pinch it together. You want to bring these two pieces around the shaft, nice and tight. That way when the shaft turns, this doesn't slide, and it actually provides a good enough grip to where it keeps your wobble roller in place.That's going to do it for today's look at the CE Smith Wobble Roller Retainer Ring..
Customer Satisfaction Score:
96% were satisfied with this product
4% of customers were not satisfied
- Wrong item was ordered
- Product did not meet expectations
- etrailer mistake
Customer Reviews
CE Smith Wobble Roller Retainer Ring - Zinc-Plated Steel - Qty 1 - CE10981
Average Customer Rating: 4.7 out of 5 stars (172 Customer Reviews)
Secure a wobble roller on your boat trailer with the help of this retainer ring. It is constructed of zinc-plated steel to provide years of use.by: 07/23/2021
I had to replace 8 rollers on my boat trailer,the rollers came on time like etrailer said they would and the ones I purchased fits my easy loader trailer perfectly.I pulled one hog ring off,and yes it snapped in half so I got ahold of etrailer again and got the heavy-duty hog rings got them today on time and they worked perfectly,I ordered the hog ring pliers forget buying them they will not work with the heavy rings.I used a vise to bend the rings close to a snug fit the placed them in the holes and used a set of channel locks to finish the job works perfectly, hope this helps other people out. Thank you etrailer associates for your help,will keep you in mind for future orders!
Comments
Everything is in excellent working order!Thanks for your help!!
Jerold C - 07/24/2022by: Sharon 10/30/2021
Thank you so very much for immediately standing by delivery of our order. Our previous package must have been stolen, as we never received it . When I reported this to your company, I was immediately assured it would be reordered an shipped to me. Package received!!!! Thank you very much. Now we can repair the trailer.
Sharon Nichols
Comments
Great
Sharon - 10/31/2022by: Ron 08/04/2022
These retainer rings (hog rings) are a perfect fit for my trailer that has 3/4" rods that the wobble rollers fit on. I searched all over and finally found them on etrailer...where I obviously should have started my search for anything dealing with a boat trailer!
by: Dave12/08/2022
Great & arrived quickly
by: Gregory08/19/2022
Ok but didn't work on my application of a 3/4 shaft way to sloppy
by: Rocco 09/21/2022
very good to do business with
by: Richard 10/24/2022
worked as advertised
by: Timothy03/15/2022
Perfect for old EZ loader
by: John 09/23/2022
Good parts at fair prices, quick shipping as well.
by: Steven05/13/2022
Good quality and service
by: Daniel 07/23/2021
I installed these on my boat trailer and they were absolutely perfect for my needs. The rollers are now functioning 100% and I no longer have any rubber roller marks on the boat. A perfect solution to imperfect rollers.
by: William 07/12/2022
it works very stiff but that is what you want.
by: Jim 07/22/2022
Fast, prompt service, excellent product.
by: James07/17/2021
Replacement trailer rollers and parts were exactly as described and arrived as scheduled. I would order again as needed
by: Shawn 07/24/2022
Fast, accurate delivery
by: Rich F.10/09/2014
Needed these to replace rusted, worn clips on my Sea Lion trailer. Perfect fit, and the videos to help install were very useful. Great customer service too. Parts arrived quickly, and were nicely packed. Thanks etrailer!
Comments
Working as stated after one year, all is good so far
Rich F - 10/09/2015by: Clay07/05/2019
Tried to use these clips but they were impossible to crimp. I was replacing rollers on boat trailer. Not even my channel locks could budge these. Went with axle caps instead. Much easier to use. The reviews for special crimping tool for these got poor reviews overall. You can't really get a good grip with the channel locks because of the overlapping edge of the rollers that get in the way.
by: Jerry05/20/2022
Great product great price awesome shipping and customer service
by: Jerry09/10/2017
Requires a lot of pressure to install on the Wobbly Roller. I am not sure what tool would have made the installation easier. The angled hog ring pliers were too small.
Comments
Great!
Jerry - 09/12/2018by: Peter08/02/2019
Great Prices and selections. Very good correspondence with a slight delay on the order. Very prompt in receiving the order once stock was in. The Wobble wheels and the locks went on well. The replacement locks were of a better quality than what I took off. It caused me to grind the washers a little to make it all fit. It was a quality install, if I say so myself. Keeping Etrailer.com as a go to parts store.
by: Bernard 07/13/2021
You sent the correct item I needed; I would like to have received it a little sooner but that's okay. We can finish replacing rollers on the trailer.
by: Patrick 09/17/2018
They are installed and the trailer rollers stayed in place. Service was good and the product was what I expected.
The only issue was getting the right pliers to install the keepers
Comments
No problems still working like new
Patrick - 09/17/2019by: Jim09/27/2019
Just finished installation on ez loader trailer,nice fit,easy install.Used to replace 33 year old rollers that were shot.By doing so lifted boat up a couple of inches so it is no longer dangerously close to fenders.Can't comment yet on performance or longetivity but appear to be a decent product.I appreciate the speed with which they arrived,might be able to enjoy a couple more weeks on the water.The hog rings overall were larger than the existing but worked fine on 1" shaft.Thanks
by: Frank05/22/2018
Measured and ordered the parts to replace the rollers on my EZLoader trailer. Shipment showed up super fast and was able to get it done right the first time. There is a helpful video on you tube that shows how to install these rollers. My boat now glides on and off my trailer!
Thank you for the great service!
by: Charlie c.09/03/2017
Ordered Hog rings and washers. Absolutely happy with the quality, level of galvanization and especially price! Less than half compared to local retail.
25
171
Show More Reviews
See what our Experts say about this CE Smith Accessories and Parts
- How to Install the CE Smith Wobble Roller Retainer Ring # CE10981Basically, you put the open end around the shaft on each end of the roller then use some pliers to clamp it closed so it is tight to the shaft. This allows the roller to roll but stay in position. I made a video showing what this would look like for you.
view full answer... - Can a Wobble Roller on a Boat Trailer Be Held In Place Using Only Retaining RingsA wobble roller retainer ring such as # CE10981 can work to hold the roller in place provided you are using the right size ring for the shaft of the roller. For example # CE10981 will fit a 3/4 inch and 1-1/8 inch shaft. You would want the weight evenly distributed to avoid uneven wear and the potential loss of a roller. The boat itself may not be balanced which could be causing the issue. It is also possible that the trailer itself, not just the rollers, needs to be checked and repaired...
view full answer... - What is Diameter of Boat Trailer Roller Retainer Ring and Will It Fit a 1 Inch ShaftThe diameter of the retainer ring # CE10981 is 3/16 inches. Yes, you could use it on a 1 inch shaft as well.
view full answer... - Can a Wobble Roller Retainer be Replaced with a Cotter PinEssentially the Wobble Roller Retainer pin part # CE10981 is a cotter pin. I would recommend using this though as it was designed to fit under a wobble roller. A cotter pin might interfere depending on it's size.
view full answer... - Recommendation For Retainer Ring to Hold Wobble Roller to 3/4-Inch ShaftThe CE Smith Wobble Roller Retainer Ring, part # CE10981, can be used for 1-1/8 inch shaft size and 3/4-inch shaft size. You will need to choose the correct size washer along with the retainer ring for installation on your 3/4 -inch shaft. The washer you will need is the CE Smith Wobble Roller Washer for 3/4-Inch Shaft, part # CE10983. You will slide the wobble roller onto the shaft then use the correct size washer for the size shaft you have. Then, you will put the retainer ring around...
view full answer... - Recommended Installation Hardware for a Wobble RollersThe recommended way to secure wobble roller is to use wobble roller retainers like the CE Smith Wobble Roller Retainer Ring # CE10981. The part # CE10981, can be used for 1-1/8 inch shaft size and 3/4-inch shaft size. You will slide the wobble roller onto the shaft then use the correct size washer for the size shaft you have. Then, you will put the retainer ring around the shaft and squeeze the open ends of the ring around the shaft til it holds the washer and roller to the shaft, but...
view full answer... - Part Needed to Secure Wobble Roller to 5/8 inch ShaftFor a pal nut designed to fit a 5/8 inch shaft you would want the part # CE10801 which will secure to the end of a 5/8 inch shaft. We don't have a retainer ring for that shaft size.
view full answer... - Diameter of Spindle Washer # SW1000 and Wobble Roller Retainer Ring CE10981The washer part # SW1000 is 1/8 of an inch thick. The diameter of the CE Smith Wobble Roller Retainer Ring # CE10981 is 3/16 inch.
view full answer... - Installing/Replacing # DL21562 Rocker Roller On A Boat TrailerNot at all, the procedure is really very simple. You'd use pliers to remove the existing Hog or Retainer Ring, remove the old washer (if present) and remove the existing roller. Install the new roller, replace the # CE10983 washer and install a new # CE10981 retaining ring by slipping it over the shaft and crimping it with pliers. This roller is designed to work on a 3/4 inch diameter shaft.
view full answer... - Are Special Tools Needed to Attach Wobbler Rollers to a Shaft Using Retaining RingsI have tried to use channel locks before and they do not work all that well. You need what are called hog ring pliers such as # PTW88003. These pliers also come with fasteners but for boat trailer rollers you would want to use a retainer ring such as # CE10981 as an example.
view full answer... - Are There Different Sized Wobbler Roller Retaining Rings?There are different sized wobbler wheel retaining rings, however we only carry the one size of retaining ring. The CE Smith Wobble Roller Retainer Ring - Zinc-Plated Steel - Qty 1 # CE10981. This is designed for holding roller on 1-1/8" shaft size and 3/4" shaft size only. The diameter of this retainer ring is 3/16 inch. This is a fairly standard size and that is why we don't carry others. If you need a washer for this install, I recommend the CE Smith Wobble Roller Washer for 3/4"...
view full answer...
- What Holds Wobble Rollers onto a TrailerThe Yates Wobble Roller # YR440R that you referenced should work well for you since it has the same 3/4 inch shaft as your trailer. Wobble rollers are held on with retainer rings like the CE Smith Wobble Roller Retainer Ring # CE10981. Basically, you put the open end of the retainer ring around the shaft on each end of the roller then use some pliers to clamp it closed so it is tight to the shaft. This allows the roller to roll but stay in position. Basically, the ring has to gently but...
view full answer... - Washer and Pin to Use with the CE Smith Wobble Roller YR440RFor washers to go with the part # YR440R we have the part # CE10983. Wobble rollers are held on with retainer rings like the CE Smith Wobble Roller Retainer Ring # CE10981. This gets clamped so that the holes on your shaft get pinned by the ring.
view full answer... - Hardware Needed for Replacing Wobble Rollers on Boat TrailerThe shafts in your picture do look a bit rusty but most likely they will still work. But you have to inspect them all to make sure they only have surface rust. You'll also need the washer part # CE10982 and the retainer ring part # CE10981 to install the wobble roller part # YR530R-5P you mentioned.
view full answer...
- Washer and Retainer Ring Recommendation for Use with Wobble Roller # YR500YW-8PEZWit the wobble rollers we offer like the part # YR500YW-8PEZ you would want to use the wobble roller washer part # CE10982 and the retainer ring part # CE10981.
view full answer... - Boat Trailer Wobble Roller Recommendation to Fit 3/4 inch Diameter ShaftWe have wobble rollers specifically designed for 3/4 inch shafts like yours. For that we have the part # YR343R-6P which has a center hole diameter just slightly under 7/8 inch to fit the 3/4 inch shaft the way it needs to. If you need a washer to go along with it you'd need the part # CE10983 and for a retainer ring part # CE10981.
view full answer... - What is the Inner Width for Yates Ribbed Wobble Roller # YR500YW-6PI went out to the warehouse and pulled Yates boat roller # YR500YW-6P. The inside width where the shaft goes is 1-1/2 inches. I have included a link to a video review of this roller for you. Some related items you may also need are the retainer ring, # CE10981, and roller washer # CE10983.
view full answer... - How To Install New Wobble Rollers, Washers, And Retaining RingsThe way to install the new # YR343R-6P roller is pretty simple. You'd can use pliers or channel locks to remove the existing retainer ring and the old washer. Then remove the old roller. install the new roller part # YR343R-6P and washer part # CE10983, and install the new retainer ring part # CE10981 by slipping it over the shaft and crimping it with the pliers or channel locks. This roller is designed to work on a 3/4 inch diameter shaft.
view full answer... - Are Parts Available for Yates 5 Inch Wobble Rollers?We carry boat trailer hardware though not all parts for the Yates Ribbed Wobble Roller 5" Diameter # YR500YW-6P. We do offer Wobble Roller Washer for 3/4" Shaft # CE10983 and Wobble Roller Retainer Ring # CE10981. I have added a link for you to all of our available boat trailer parts so you can take a look.
view full answer... - Removing Retainer Ring When Replacing Wobble Roller On Boat TrailerTaking the retainer ring like part # CE10981 out when removing a wobble roller can be tricky, particularly when they tend to break. My best recommendation is to use two needle nose pliers if you can get a good grip when removing the ring. You can grab both sides at one time and hopefully not have one end slip inside the roller shaft if it should break.
view full answer... - New Rollers and Hardware to Replace Yates 530 R RollersYou will want the Yates # YR530R-8P in heavy duty rubber. This wobble roller has a 5 inch diameter and is 3 inches wide. It takes a 1 inch diameter shaft. Bushing length is 1-1/2 inches. Clips like part # CE10981 are crimped on the ends of the shaft to keep the roller in place. We don't carry a washer compatible with a 1 inch diameter shaft. I have linked a video review of the roller for you.
view full answer... - Removing a Retaining Ring from a Wobble RollerProbably the easiest way to remove a retainer ring, such as # CE10981, to replace a wobble roller is to grip one end with some vise grips and the other end with some pliers. Then twist in opposite directions to make the opening wide enough for it to slip off. If you have a rotary tool with a cutting attachment it would make short work of it.
view full answer... - How to Determine Correct Replacement Wobble RollersThank you for the photo and your rollers are definitely worn, and I do recommend replacing them. In order to find the correct wobble rollers, what you'll need to do is measure your current rollers, both the diameter and the width, as well as the diameter of the shaft. For example, the Yates Ribbed Wobble Roller # YR530R-8P measures 5" diameter, is 3" wide, and is designed to fit a 1" shaft. I have added a link below to our entire selection of rollers for you to check out as well.
view full answer...
- Replacement Boat Trailer Wobble Roller InstallationThe boat trailer replacement wobble rollers we offer include both black rubber and non-marking thermoplastic types that you can see by clicking on the link provided for you. It is a good idea to use washer on both ends of the new roller to prevent binding on the cotter pin. You will want to match up the overall outside diameter and inside shaft diameter of the replacement roller to your original to ensure it will fit and perform correctly. We offer rollers with as much as a 5-inch outside...
view full answer...
Do you have a question about this Accessories and Part?
Why etrailer.com?
At etrailer.com we guarantee:Real product know-how.
We make sure that the products we sell are what we say they are, and that they work the way they are supposed to work. Get real advice from a real person who has the knowledge and expertise needed to solve your problem.Most detailed, accurate accessories and part information available.
Because we take providing accurate product information seriously, we take our own detailed product photos, demo videos and installation videos, as well as verify measurements, instructions, and vehicle fit information.Installations, made easy.
We love helping people and have the most highly-trained customer service, hands-on experience, step by step videos and installation instructions.Fast shipping.
Your order is automatically routed to get out of our warehouse and to your door as quickly as possible. Receive free shipping on orders over $99.Personalized service for life.
We provide one-on-one, personalized service from the ordering process through the life of your product.Trusted since 1946.
We've been serving customers since our parts store first opened in 1946 and continue to be recognized by our customers, our vendors and third parties for exceptional service.Returns Policy
Need to return an item? No problem. Please read our Returns Policy for more information.
Info for this part was:
Expert Research:
Michael H
Expert Research:
Jeff D
Expert Research:
Jameson C
Expert Research:
Adam R
Written by:
David L
Updated by:
Adele M
Installed by:
Cole B
At etrailer.com we provide the best information available about the products we sell. We take the quality of our information seriously so that you can get the right part the first time. Let us know if anything is missing or if you have any questions.
Product Experts Available Now!
Call 1-800-940-8924
Thank you! Your comment has been submitted successfully. You should be able to view your question/comment here within a few days.
Error submitting comment. Please try again momentarily.