Has anyone build any kind of shelving or replacement for the stock rod butt antlers that come from the factory? I don't like the factory rod antlers and was thinking of building some sort of 2 or 3 level shelf for the rod butts to try and keep them from laying on top of each other. This is in a 2019 Z519
2019 Z519
You could try removing the rod holders altogether and putting you rods in with sleeves. I see a lot of the pros doing it, you can store upwards of 30 rods in a locker.
2006 Ranger Z21
Yamaha 250 SHO
That's what I currently do. I have to arrange the rods right so the ones in the tubes towards the top are supported. Just thinking of a way to support the butts of the rods. I can easily fit 20 rods in the locker of my z519 PXL_20240310_215223430.jpgOriginally Posted by smallieslayerZ21
2019 Z519
519 is badly in need of an updated floor plan. Need a 519r set up
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2022 z519 cup 225 merc 4s ser # 3B210484. 2--hds12 live units. 2 poles, atlas plate, ghost, hamby's, active target, merc digital gauges
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2000 stratos 20 ss (bought new) 200 hp Rude ficht great boat/motor sold 11-21
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I have stared at those antler things thinking of a way to cut them into shelves…haven’t done it yet. Someone needs to do it to encourage the rest of us.
for sure!I have stared at those antler things thinking of a way to cut them into shelves…haven’t done it yet. Someone needs to do it to encourage the rest of us.
2022 z519 cup 225 merc 4s ser # 3B210484. 2--hds12 live units. 2 poles, atlas plate, ghost, hamby's, active target, merc digital gauges
2002 basscat pantera 3 (dad bought new) sold 8-2-22
2000 stratos 20 ss (bought new) 200 hp Rude ficht great boat/motor sold 11-21
pulled by a 2500HD Denali
proud dad of an ARMY Captain
MAGA
ASE/GM Master tech before tools
I was thinking of making a very simple 2-3 level shelf. Have it sit as far back as possible towards the passenger console so I don't have any issues with 8ft rods. I don't think they need to come out that far, just a couple of inches so the butts of the rods can sit on them. Now finding the motivation to do so is another story
2019 Z519
Although not a 519, A friend of mine used a large cutting board and used a router to cut rectangular openings to make 3 large openings to put rod butts in making it like a shelf and ditching the stock system that’s in our lockers. I would like the same set up just haven’t done it. He bought the large cutting board from a commercial cooking shop, but I would assume Amazon has something similar.
2017 Ranger Z520C
250 Evinrude ETec With Marks HP Prop
4 Garmins 7610 xsv with Live Scope
10 foot Power Poles
Dobyns Rods
Do you happen to have any pictures?
2019 Z519
I do not, but I'm fishing a tournament in May where I know he will be. After routed out the holes he traced the old outside bracket pieces and mounted it in the same place. I will take pics when I see it and post it up.
2017 Ranger Z520C
250 Evinrude ETec With Marks HP Prop
4 Garmins 7610 xsv with Live Scope
10 foot Power Poles
Dobyns Rods
Awesome that would be much appreciated. Good luck at the tournament
2019 Z519
I use cut to fit pool noodles to support the but ends easily fit 20 some rods.
Thanks John
Good point
I did not think about the bow pad.Next time I am out and it mess up I'll try the functions on the bow pad. Also I'll go into the console area and make sure all connections are tight.But for clarification the start pad works as normal. The key switch is definitely on the table asap. And I'll have my dealer check out the circuit but it's hard to find leperacons and unicorns. Sounds like a brain box and pad are in order.Thanks Chris Longo
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That's a good idea. Have any pictures you could share?
2019 Z519
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