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f. Measure the proper length of the Aluminum Rod
by standing it, with the threaded end down, onto
the deck surface so that it sits vertically right next
to the Stabilizer Bracket.
g. Mark the Aluminum Rod with a pencil or marker
3/4" past the top of the Stabilizer Bracket.
h. Cut the Aluminum Rod with a Hack Saw at the
mark. Round the cut edge of the rod with a file or
sandpaper to remove any sharp edges.
i. Replace the Bottom Bumper on the Aluminum
Rod, opposite from the threads.
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j. Thread the Aluminum Rod into the Stabilizer
Bracket with the Bottom Bumper towards the
boat deck.
k. Adjust the Aluminum Rod up or down in the
Stabilizer Bracket so that the Bottom Bumper
just touches the support surface. The Aluminum
Rod should have the ability to lift off the boat
deck about 1/4” without the mount unlatching.
Stabilizer
Bracket
Stabilizer
Bracket
Stabilizer
Bracket
Stabilizer
Bracket
Aluminum Rod
Aluminum Rod
Jam Nut
Jam Nut
Jam Nut
Jam Nut
Bottom Bumper
Bottom Bumper
Aluminum Rod
Aluminum Rod
3/4"
3/4"
Fortrex
Fortrex
Ultrex
Ultrex
CAUTION
Cutting the Aluminum Rod too short will cause
inadequate support of the mount. Lack of mount support
may cause damage.
CAUTION
Adjusting the Aluminum Rod too tightly removes the end
play needed for proper latch pin engagement and doing
so could prevent the mount from fully latching in the
stowed position. Improper latching may cause damage.
If installed correctly, the tip of the Aluminum Rod should
lift off of the boat deck about 1/4” without the mount
unlatching.
1/4"
1/4"