Jer_H Posted April 18, 2012 Report Share Posted April 18, 2012 Hey all, I'm researching the different track systems as I want to have some options for rod holders, and hopefully downriggers one day. Is this install a DIY, or should it be left to the pros? Any recommendations? Thanks in advance, Jeremy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sinker Posted April 18, 2012 Report Share Posted April 18, 2012 It depends where your installing them and how much access you have. Where are they going? Gunnels? S. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jer_H Posted April 18, 2012 Author Report Share Posted April 18, 2012 Yes, they will be going on the gunnels. I have access through storage compartments but I'm not sure if I would need to use backing plates etc Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
green&orange Posted April 18, 2012 Report Share Posted April 18, 2012 (edited) Yes, they will be going on the gunnels. I have access through storage compartments but I'm not sure if I would need to use backing plates etc I have Traxstech tracks, rod holders, downrigger mounts, beverage holders, and an "accessory" piece that slides in the track to mount my grill on over the water. I have nothing but positive things to say about Traxstech. I have called with questions, spoke to a person on the phone from the get go (no answering machine) and had things delivered in two days (I have ordered most of my stuff directly from them via phone). The stuff has worked flawlessly for me. I love the flexibility the track system provides for fishing or even a day on the water with the wife and kids. They even custom made my brother-in-law a downrigger and rod storage system for his pontoon boat that he uses out in Lake Tahoe. I am not a handy person by any means, but I installed my tracks on my gunnels (aluminum boat - Crestliner) within a couple of hours. You just need to be careful when you drill that you don't hit the trottle cable or electric wires that run under the gunnels. I know that Traxstech sells backing plates and if you have a question on whether you would need them - just call and talk to them. My gunnels are aluminum and I don't have a backing plate and I have not had any issues. I am sure that Bert's/Cannon and others make good stuff as well, I just have no experience with them. Good luck Edited April 18, 2012 by green&orange Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
icefisherman Posted April 18, 2012 Report Share Posted April 18, 2012 Did it all by myself with Berts...have one Cannon MAG1O HS, on Berts swivelt/rathet base, 2 rathet Berts rod holders and one cannon ball holder per side.... Love the product zero problems with Berts ....one of my rod holder plastic cap fall in the lake last year caller Berts and they've sent me 2 new caps for free... Make sure you put some aluminum supporting plates under the gunnels. Chers, Ice Fisherman Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
irishfield Posted April 18, 2012 Report Share Posted April 18, 2012 (edited) Ordered direct... it's the only sensible way if you want the entire system... and you'll see my stove in their gallery. Berts and Pursuit/Traxstech are interchangable. So if you see holders you like better from one or the other you can mix and match. This is what I did for backing plates.. worked well now for 5 summers heading for #6 Edited April 18, 2012 by irishfield Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harrison Posted April 18, 2012 Report Share Posted April 18, 2012 Nice set up Wayne!!! We used Berts for ours and have set a few other guys up with them too with no issues. You can definitley install yourself, but it may be a good idea to get some advice with set ups. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jer_H Posted April 18, 2012 Author Report Share Posted April 18, 2012 Awesome, thanks for all the info, and pics Jeremy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
green&orange Posted April 18, 2012 Report Share Posted April 18, 2012 Ordered direct... it's the only sensible way if you want the entire system... and you'll see my stove in their gallery. Berts and Pursuit/Traxstech are interchangable. So if you see holders you like better from one or the other you can mix and match. This is what I did for backing plates.. worked well now for 5 summers heading for #6 That is what I used as a "backing plate" as well. I would guess that large washers would work too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DRIFTER_016 Posted April 18, 2012 Report Share Posted April 18, 2012 This is what I did for backing plates.. worked well now for 5 summers heading for #6 Looks like you forgot the nuts on the back one there Irish. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jer_H Posted April 19, 2012 Author Report Share Posted April 19, 2012 I'm probably just going to be using them for rod holders this year. I'll have to take some measurements as there is a small track for the bimini already on the gunnel. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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