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The following picture depicts the initial layout process to determine the proper location of
the rear bases. In many installations, the base will mount to the side of the boat and or
on a curved surface, instead of a flat horizontal surface.
If you plan to add a bimini,
locate the rear bases as close to the back of the drivers seat as possible.
IMPORTANT:
The Heim joint should always be positioned to the back of the base
as shown above for the rear legs, and to the front of the base for the front legs
(not shown) to ensure the base does not contact the legs when the tower is folded
for storage.
The base swivel can be mounted with the M12x35 bolt (item 3) either
towards the inside of the boat or on the outside. For easiest access, we recommend
mounting the base swivel with the bolt towards the outside. With the tower in this initial
position, you can easily move it so the top section rests at a good location when folded,
and see if the bases will best mount on the top, side or an angle on each side of the
boat. You may want to try a few different mounting spots to make sure you have the best
location for the tower when folded down.
It is important to look under where the base will mount to make sure there are no wires
or other obstructions, and to make sure there is a flat surface for the base plate. Many
boats have foam flotation under the deck that must be removed to mount the backing
plate. Also, avoid stringers and wiring channels when determining base locations.
Mark the base locations on the tape and double check the distance from the back of
each base to the rear corner of the boat (or other reference point) to make sure they are
positioned in the same location on each side of the boat.
