Posted 6/16/2013 7:51 PM (#646824) Subject: Rod holder brackets
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Want to install rod holder brackets on glass Ranger. Any recommendation on what to use where you can not get in behind to put a some kind of backing plate for reinforcement? Thanks
Posted 6/19/2013 11:40 AM (#647424 - in reply to #646824) Subject: RE: Rod holder brackets
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Ranger dealer. They have to be attached with screws into the cap. Make sure you drill pilot holes. Use masking tape before you drill, and champher the holes to relieve the stress
Posted 6/20/2013 1:57 PM (#647662 - in reply to #647593) Subject: RE: Rod holder brackets
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Pretty sure there is no steel or aluminum plate under there. It may have the pultruded feature there. Basically a built up layer of glass/composite for strength? But I am not sure.
All I know is you can't get under there to use the style rail that Tuffy uses, which has a 5/16" stud that goes through the cap, with a big fender washer and nylock nut.
I'd call your Ranger Dealer, or Ranger direct, and ask them what size and length SS screw they recommend on their rails.
Noticed that you may be just looking to put on brackets? I'd recommend going to Factory Rails, and mounting the brackets to them. Much more versatile.
Rod holder brackets