Quote Originally Posted by GregInKS View Post
Ya if you notice your z5 clamps are facing in so it won't rotate down very well because of the shape of the ball/rod. If you spin the clamp so it's pointed up it will rotate freely. That was my issue... On the lsv if the clamps are pointed in there is no play at all on those front adjustable poles with the ball. They are pushed all the way in on both sides. I think I am leaving it like that because it will fit down in the boat easier if I can slide those poles out. Will be taking it down a ton to trailer and store.

Thanks!
your strategy seems on point. I think you've got this handled!