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Post by shoalmate on Oct 18, 2019 14:52:59 GMT -5
Before I start to cut and drill virgin fiberglass, thought i'd ask Forum for tips. My goal is to substitute factory gunnel rod holders in place today. I have 4 rodholders to install, 2 are Vertical for aft corners and 2 are 15 degree for side of console. Anyone have experience doing this? Access under gunnel looks to be biggest challenge. I will reinforce gunnels and use Stainless backer plates also.
Aft install has room for vertical holders but existing holders beside console (left and right) appear to have a space issue to receive 15 degree holders and patch for old holes.
Any tips and comments are welcome.
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Post by finatic on Oct 18, 2019 17:29:23 GMT -5
There are a few guys who did what your about to do. I hope they see your post and share their DIY work. If you do a search Im sure you can find their work with many photos. Good luck keep us posted, and take photos of your work.
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Post by outtadblue on Oct 20, 2019 10:55:32 GMT -5
Mikey111k has a post where he shows his added rod holders. I’m planning on adding an extra for deep dropping this winter also.
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Post by schlnrnd on Oct 23, 2019 22:05:04 GMT -5
Mikey is a Sailfish guru when it comes ri upgrades. BTW Mikey111K where have you been. Haven’t seen many posts from you lately? Hope all is well.
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Post by shoalmate on Nov 16, 2019 11:26:07 GMT -5
Cannot locate post to install vertical rod holder
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Post by abouttime2fish on Nov 16, 2019 13:28:51 GMT -5
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Post by mikey111k on Nov 25, 2019 16:31:45 GMT -5
Mikey is a Sailfish guru when it comes ri upgrades. BTW Mikey111K where have you been. Haven’t seen many posts from you lately? Hope all is well. Hey guys. Im still around every once in a while. Been really busy so haven't been on much lately. Shoalmate - What do you plan to use the swivel rod holders for? Are you wanting to replace the standard aft corner rod holders with swivel ones? Getting a backing plate in the aft corners should be possible, although it will probably require long arms. For the midship rod holder i assume you want the 15* pointed straight out (90*)? If so i don't think that will fit. Have you considered mounting a rod holder on the covering board? I have added a few there and it is stronger then expected.
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