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  1. 03-31-2012, 05:31 PM #1
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    Trolling motor base came loose from boat.. Is anyone familiar with these rubber grommets. They have a nut insert

    Question is: is this grommet going to expand when bolt in threaded? Or should there be a second nut under the deck that may have vibrated off

    Thanks for any information!

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    Its suppose to compress, so its all mounted in rubber. It looks like it pulled through the holes. I would just mount it solid with a large diameter flat washer underneath



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    Oh by the way I like your name. Thats what I call my little female Pit



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    Thanks Wilbur,

    I was trying not to have to take off front deck, because it is rivited. I have never been under it personally, as I bought this boat used.

    Was just wondering if they would compress so I wouldn't have to take off front deck. May try find some new ones, if they do compress when bolt is threaded.
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    As you tighten the screw the bottom mushrooms to hold it tight.



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    Thanks Wilbur....Now if i can just find some banghead
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    They call them trolling motor isolators. I know for sure cabelas has them



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    Quote Originally Posted by wilbur View Post
    They call them trolling motor isolators. I know for sure cabelas has them
    Thank you kindly!!!
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    I am surprised those pulled out. When I put my PD on I had to cut the old rubber mounts out. But do agree with Wilbur--mount it solid or with a quick plate.
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    Found some and ordered. They are pretty much "junk" according to the reviews i have read, but don't really have a choice at this point. I will just keep some spares in the boat. Thanks again
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