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Installation/Setup of Baseplate:
Special note: Securing Bowducer to sub plates,
pedestals, mounting brackets, etc.
The Bowducer is set up to utilize a 4 hole pattern with the
thumbscrews
. In actual use, this is overkill for the marine board
baseplates (and not quite so handy for aluminum baseplates).
Instead of using all 4 mounting holes,
use 2 thumbscrews
diagonally
from one another.
This lowers the holding strength of
the thumbscrews to be below the strength of the marine board
baseplates. It also allows the user to immediately remount the
baseplate should the thumbscrews break away as intended
(improving usability for both aluminum and marine board
baseplates). The immediate replacement of the baseplate will
keep you fishing until you get back and can deal with the broken
stubs of the thumbscrews.
Mounting System Location
When selecting the baseplate location there are several things to consider:
1.
Ensure that the downrod will be over the edge of the boat. Do not place it
directly behind the trolling motor propwash as this may interfere with the
sonar return.
2.
After selecting your location outline it with tape or some other temporary
marking. Check to be sure that the baseplate assembly will not cause
interference with stowage of trolling motor or other items. Holding the
baseplate to the boat, place the downrod in the cup and place it into position
to be sure that the downrod clears the edge of the boat.