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I feel like if there is a varying degree of "slop" in the swim platform, mine would have been on the 'worse' end of things. At the very least, its annoying as hell.
Before Video:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X6gXetJpjeI
So, I figured if I could put a few set screws into the bracket, it would at least reduce the rattle a little.
A blank slate:
So, I just drilled and tapped a 3/8-16 hole about mid-way on the inboard side of the platform bracket. I actually bought Stainless Steel allen bolts for this application, but I couldn't find the correct size wrench, so for testing it out I used a few spare Zinc plated bolts I had laying around. I'll swap in the allens once I get the correct wrench:
...and the verdict: NO MORE SLOP! It didn't just reduce the sloppy clunking, it completely eliminated it! I'm so happy, I can't wait to get it in the water and see if its a permanent fix, or if I'll need some more tweaking.
Question: Does anyone know how I can get that oxidization off the platform brackets? I've tried everything, and nothing seems to work...
2013 Outback V
Ian, I think this is good enough to copy and paste up a HOW TO. Nice work!
My Mom said I'm not allowed to get wet!
2008 LSV (sold)
2000 Outback LS (sold)
LLTR!!!!!!!!
So which transducer did you go with to get the water temp, thru hull I'm assuming?
2007 Mobius LSV
I ordered a Lowrance PDRT-WSU - I believe the depth transducer is a 'shoot thru hull' and the water temp sensor is a drill thru hull. They are slated to arrive this week, so I'll post up my progress on that project when they do![]()
2013 Outback V
Perfect! Thanks!
My Mom said I'm not allowed to get wet!
2008 LSV (sold)
2000 Outback LS (sold)
LLTR!!!!!!!!
ideas always show up after I do something. thats it. no more mods for me
Hey, Its Moomba time
Its all about the dash - enjoy the dash, as that is your time between the dates
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I liek the idea Ian, i have the same slop but its pretty small compared to what you had in your video.
Did you take the brackets off to drill and tap?
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