Installing the Outer Plate to a Fortrex, RT Fortrex or Ultrex
a. Determine which bolt pattern to use. The bolt
pattern selected will depend on the deck space
available on your boat.
b. It is recommended to mark at least four of the
six holes in the Base Extrusion and to have two
bolts on each side of the Stabilizer Strap that are
located the farthest apart on the Mount Plate. Ideal
installation would allow for six bolts to be used,
with a minimum of four.
NOTICE:
If Pattern 2 is used, the right Side Plate must
be removed to access the mounting holes in the base of
the Mount. Use a #2 Screwdriver to remove the Side Plate.
Pattern 1
Pattern 1
Pattern 2
Pattern 2
Bow
Bow
Stabilizer Strap
Stabilizer Strap
WARNING
For installation, do not remove the shaft/motor from
the Bowguard. The Bowguard spring is under tension
and must always remain secured.
1
2
CAUTION
The Stabilizer Strap must be located in the Relief Cut or failure
of the Quick Release Bracket may occur.
Relief Cut
Relief Cut
Outer
Outer
Plate
Plate
Stabilizer Strap
Stabilizer Strap
Outboard
Outboard
Inboard
Inboard
Buckle
Buckle
1a
2c
c. Place the Stabilizer Strap (if included with your
motor) into the Relief Cut on the Outer Plate
(Item #4). Be sure the Stabilizer Strap sits under
the Base Extrusion between the second and third
set of bolts according to the mounting pattern
selected. The placement of the buckle on the
Stabilizer Strap is based on personal preference and
can be placed either inboard or outboard. Orientate
the buckle to the desired side. The hook and loop on
the fastener should be face down for the Stabilizer
Strap to function.
d. Test the placement of the Stabilizer Strap to be
sure it can hold the Mount as placed. Double check
that the strap can close around the Mount when the
motor is stowed.
#4 x 1
ITEM(S) NEEDED
NOTICE:
For Ultrex motors, please review the
“Disconnect the Gas Spring” section of the Ultrex Owner’s
Manual (#2297160) online at
NOTICE:
For Fortrex motors, please review the
“Disconnect the Gas Spring Pin” section of the Fortrex
Owner’s Manual (#2287100) online at
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