So, I've seen both methods recommended... setting them "two fingers" from your motor at lock to lock, which results in them being angled inwards, and thus also gives a wider stance when deployed, vs just setting them strait up and level, which brings the footprint in a bit when deployed.
It may not really matter I suppose, but figured I'd ask if anyone has pros or cons on one method vs the other?
I leveled mine. For no other reason except it looks better.
I had the same question. I leveled mine because I liked the look. Also it seemed to me that when angled they would be anchoring crooked. I’m thinking this might cause uneven stress and wear on the parts.
2021 rt188p , Mercury 115 Pro XS CT , Croxton Razor 4XLR 22 , Z lock 4” jack plate , 8’ power pole blades
Yeah I am "angled", ie 2 inches from motor at lock on each side, which angles them inwards - but am considering moving to level. For one yes it definitely looks nicer, and I can't imagince the different in spread "at anchor" would be more than a few inches, maybe a foot at most. Not sure about stress, but it could be valid concern as well I suppose.
Please level them . There Is really zero benefit to the slightly angled as far as wider stance/ better hold. It also looks like someone who didn't know what they were doing installed the poles. Nothing worse then when you drive down the road and see "cocked" poles.
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