Tower boat flag holder?

[ArmyChief]

im looking for two clamp on flag holders for my 1 7/8 " AR192 tower.

I see the airhead (made by Kwik Tek)

Kwik Tek FWT-1 Wakeboard Tower Flag Holder https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000OF723O/ref=cm_sw_r_awd_T6xGvb01ARQ5C

However, reviews say it only works with their flag pole, and reviews on this board say they don't hold.

I don't have or want permanent rod holders (I got portable ones). Anyone know of a QUALITY unit that has a rubber interior sleeve (like my awesome bullet lines speaker clamps that I converted to a VHF antenna holder).

Kinda wish bullet would make one

 

[MrMoose]

I just spent a couple of hours searching and reading up on flag holders yesterday. If you Google "wake tower flag holder", you'll get a pretty good grasp of what's available. Amazon and eBay have the Kwik Tek and another rubber gasketted one similar in design. I am more interested in making sure that whatever holder I buy will do a good job holding my stars and stripes as well as other flags (i.e. Bimini Fling) and less concerned about holding a skier down flag.
I'm leaning toward one that does not have a rubber gasket, because I'm assuming that I'll never remove it or re-position it to see whether the paint on the tower is damaged.
Because it seems to have a larger surface area between the two moving surfaces where the swivel is, I think that this one might be worth trying.
http://www.bombwake.com/index_files/flagholder.htm
I sent them an email yesterday to inquire about how stable their unit would be as a standard flag holder, and I also inquired about their return policy... no reply. So, I'll probably give them a call to inquire directly.
UPDATE>> I just tried calling the phone number on the website... out of service.

 

[MrMoose]

If you feel comfortable going without a rubber gasket, I really think that this is probably the best one you can buy. I inquired with the company that is selling it regarding it's stability and they say that the flag pole will break before the swivel slips. Their policy is "satisfaction guaranteed". Unfortunately, I purchased another kind on eBay 15 minutes prior to getting a reply from the company selling this one. I think it's the best available, and it comes in the size that you require:
http://www.actionrideco.com/product/bomb-wake-flag-holder/

 

[ArmyChief]

Well, im hoping someone else chimes in also....I'm not in a hurry. I just hate to drive it home tight onto the tower..knowing its going to deform the tube

 

[PaulyB]

http://www.fishmaster.com/products/rodholders.htm... I use Rod holders and made flag poles out of 1 inch PVC pipe and they fit in perfect....

 

[dancathy]

I bought a nice billet one off jetboatpilot website. It fits multiple bars with with rubber inserts and it locks in different positions. 1"5/8 to 2"7/8 $65

 

[aarons1k]

Just got my air head delivered yesterday and the flag today ....

 

[ArmyChief]

http://www.fishmaster.com/products/rodholders.htm... I use Rod holders and made flag poles out of 1 inch PVC pipe and they fit in perfect....

Those look like rail mounts

 

[ArmyChief]

I bought a nice billet one off jetboatpilot website. It fits multiple bars with with rubber inserts and it locks in different positions. 1"5/8 to 2"7/8 $65

JBP Flag holder looks IDENTICAL to the Airhead/Kwik-Tek I posted above.

 

[kthrash]

I installed these: http://www.bulletlines.com/Wakeboard-Tower-Flag-Holder-p/799.htm Sleeved with thin wall PVC and had some 1" aluminum poles cut to fit..

 

[PaulyB]

Those look like rail mounts

They are T-Top fishing mounts. They mount to the t-top on center consoles and are made to fit 1 7/8 inch tubing. They should be perfect for what you are trying to acheive.

 

[ArmyChief]

They are T-Top fishing mounts. They mount to the t-top on center consoles and are made to fit 1 7/8 inch tubing. They should be perfect for what you are trying to acheive.

I'm guessing I'll need these additional inserts for the 1 7/8" tubing we have.

 

[ArmyChief]

I installed these: http://www.bulletlines.com/Wakeboard-Tower-Flag-Holder-p/799.htm Sleeved with thin wall PVC and had some 1" aluminum poles cut to fit.

Thanks @kthrash ...that's who I bought my speaker mount from..that I converted to a VHF antenna mount. I think I'll order 2 of those !

 

[octavio3311]

I used these.

http://www.h2osportswarehouse.com/wakeboard-tower-flag-holder-p/bt-flaghld225-pa.htm



Not the best pic.
I drill and tapped the flag holder for a meaty stainless bolt - the bolt holds the stainless flag pole secure.

 

[Jackew]

 

[0627Devildog]

Zip ties and mini SS D ring shackles.

 

[ArmyChief]

I used these.

http://www.h2osportswarehouse.com/wakeboard-tower-flag-holder-p/bt-flaghld225-pa.htm

Not the best pic.
I drill and tapped the flag holder for a meaty stainless bolt - the bolt holds the stainless flag pole secure.

Same airhead / Kwik posted above .. Thanks

 

[kthrash]

Thanks @kthrash ...that's who I bought my speaker mount from..that I converted to a VHF antenna mount. I think I'll order 2 of those !

Get some thin wall PVC pipe and cut out about a 1/8" down the length of it and slide inside, then a 1" aluminum flag pole fits perfect.

 

[ArmyChief]

Get some thin wall PVC pipe and cut out about a 1/8" down the length of it and slide inside, then a 1" aluminum flag pole fits perfect.

Got'em installed.

Where do I get 1" aluminum flag poles that are only 8-10" long with clips on them for a 3 X 5 flag?
Also, do you know what size PVC I need?

 

[kthrash]

Got'em installed.

Where do I get 1" aluminum flag poles that are only 8-10" long with clips on them for a 3 X 5 flag?
Also, do you know what size PVC I need?

I went to a local flag store and had them cut me some poles to length.. and bought these to mount them on.. I think I got them 18" long for a single flag, and 2 that are 26" long for double flags.. each marine flag is 12"x18" I think..

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005EVJQAA?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_search_detailpage

I went to a plumbing supply place and bought either 1 1/4" or 1.5" OD thin wall PVC.. make sure and get thin wall, then cut it length wise to get it to fit in the tube..