Mounting downrigger to 190 fsh ?

[Mike Rondeau]

Made stainless 90 degree gimbals but the rod holders keep breaking because they are made of plastic. Any suggestions?

 

[Frank Marshall]

I used Scotty's mounting plate on the gunnel: Mounting Plate
Was able to reach from underneath and install washers and locking nuts. If you put them on the back transom, the seat cushions come off for underside access.

 

[Mike Rondeau]

Thanks will show pics when complete

 

[Frank Marshall]

Found this pic. I think I reached up and over thru the engine compartment to install washer and locking nuts.

 

[Mike Rondeau]

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Found this pic. I think I reached up and over thru the engine compartment to install washer and locking nuts.

How did you get at the nuts on the other side?

 

[Frank Marshall]

I don't remember how I got to them. I bet the port side you can reach up through the battery access. Starboard, maybe through the engine access, or else remove the back hatch. However the easiest might be to pull the back cushions and reach in. There's an access hole under the cushions.

 

[FSH 210 Sport]

I don't remember how I got to them. I bet the port side you can reach up through the battery access. Starboard, maybe through the engine access, or else remove the back hatch. However the easiest might be to pull the back cushions and reach in. There's an access hole under the cushions.

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Where did you get that stick on ruler?