Has anyone installed rod buckles on the above model of boat? Im looking into replacing the bungee style straps I have now
Has anyone installed rod buckles on the above model of boat? Im looking into replacing the bungee style straps I have now
Anyone who knows a bit about boats has those installed on their trailers. It makes for such a convenient cinch-and-go type application and they are super easy to install.
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I'm pretty sure he's talking about the replacing the bungee cord rod straps on the deck with the rod buckles. There is a thread in the tin boat section where it has been done.
http://www.bbcboards.net/showthread....=1#post8371573
http://www.bbcboards.net/showthread....ght=rod+buckle
Last edited by Pagregss; 10-08-2021 at 12:25 PM.
2016 Ranger RT188, Yamaha 115 sho, dual console, 80# Ultrex, hotfoot, networked HB Solix 10 & Helix 9, Mega 360. Powertech NRS3 18p, Atlas 4" jack plate.
I have the boat buckles on my trailer already. I agree they are awesome
Thanks Pagregss, that is what I was looking for
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I put it in on both port and starboard side. They work well but a small downside. There is a 1 inch gap which is a trip hazard if closed and no rods.
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I tried all the tie downs but was not completely happy with any so I made a retracting bungee cord mounted in the gunwale. I attached a build sheet in case someone wants a DIY project.
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I've got the Transom and Rod Buckles and love them. Because they are so far forward, I don't believe that the 1" they sit from the gunnel is a trip hazard. My rods are strapped at the landing, so if I were to get to the buckle to stumble, I'd have already crushed 8 rods.
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I installed both the rod buckles and transom buckles.....outstanding.
YES... it is fairly easy to do. I put mine in the deck floor and not in the gunwales. I got them from Amazon. Tithe template and a air saw it is really a no brained.Originally Posted by WalkerB
Tim Messer ~ Lake Ariel, Pa.
US Army 1968 ~ 1971
2019 Ranger RT188 ~ Merc PRO XS ~ MK Ultrex
Great to hear! @Bill Reynolds. You did a great job on those man. Love the diy stuff
Thanks. I got the idea from the Skeeter bungee but they require under deck access to anchor the other end of the cord. I had to figure out a way to anchor the end of the bungee in a blind space.
I try to drive as if my 16 year old Grandson is following me
Speak as if he is listening and act as if he is watching
Here is mine... so easy to do.
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Tim Messer ~ Lake Ariel, Pa.
US Army 1968 ~ 1971
2019 Ranger RT188 ~ Merc PRO XS ~ MK Ultrex
Looks awesome man!
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