hello all.. i have a new freedom 307 need a few more rod holders and slightly less cup holders lol.. i didnt want to start pulling stuff apart but does anyone know if the cup holder hole is the same size as a rod holder so i can pull the cup holder out and put GW rod holders in? ty
is cup holder hole same size as rod holder?
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Cupholders come in many different sizes. Measure.
Is the cupholder "area" sufficient for rod holder use? Most places where cupholders are installed are thin, maybe 1/4" or so, fiberglass. Even just for rod storage while running, make sure you beef up underneath.
Is the cupholder "area" sufficient for rod holder use? Most places where cupholders are installed are thin, maybe 1/4" or so, fiberglass. Even just for rod storage while running, make sure you beef up underneath.
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They make plastic and metal combos. Make sure you get the metal. Gemlux would be a good starting place.
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Prob best to pull one out and see how GW cut the gunnel. Know for sure than you can look around for some combo styles.
Here is an example. As you can see, they are not inexpensive.
www.boatoutfitters.com
Here is an example. As you can see, they are not inexpensive.
Screwless Cup and Rod Holder
Imagine the same holder cradling your coffee during early mornings at sea, supporting your fishing rod in the afternoon, AND keeping a cocktail for a sunset cruise within hands reach. Well, now all of that is possible, and more! Extremely durable and simple screwless installation, this product...
www.boatoutfitters.com
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OEM Cupholders are siliconed in around the flange. Rodholder/cupholders will require a wider flange with screws for strength...in some cases a backing plate if you are actually trolling from them.
Remove one to verify the hole diameter. Normally its 3.25" for a cupholder unless you have a very old boat with "can" sized cupholders.
"Mates Series" was the original brand as far as I can tell. They are quality. GemLux is top notch.
There are cheap chinese SS ones on ebay/Amazon that are fine for "carrying" rods or holding your beer.
You need to consider;
Suitable thickness at existing cupholder location
Will the new wider flange fit in the space? The OD of the flange is normally 4.25"
Shape of flange? round, oval, notched
Angle? ....0,15, 30 degree will your choice of angle actually fit in the location...
Screws in wood or thru bolt with washer or backing plate
Drainage to center of bilge or to the deck
Remove one to verify the hole diameter. Normally its 3.25" for a cupholder unless you have a very old boat with "can" sized cupholders.
"Mates Series" was the original brand as far as I can tell. They are quality. GemLux is top notch.
There are cheap chinese SS ones on ebay/Amazon that are fine for "carrying" rods or holding your beer.
You need to consider;
Suitable thickness at existing cupholder location
Will the new wider flange fit in the space? The OD of the flange is normally 4.25"
Shape of flange? round, oval, notched
Angle? ....0,15, 30 degree will your choice of angle actually fit in the location...
Screws in wood or thru bolt with washer or backing plate
Drainage to center of bilge or to the deck