Dierks rear side anchor mount for Aluminum Drift boat help

[ThousandsOfCasts]

Hey guys, I picked one of these up today as it will be needed on my DB. I was wondering if anyone has one like this? It attaches to the rear port side of the DB...er I hope I remember my port from starboard. So I have an idea how we will be attaching it, but would like to know if anyone would be so kind as to chime in or better yet post a few close up picks that shows how theirs is attached. I'm specifically interested in what size bolts you used. I'm thinking some good stainless steel hardware would be good, do you think that would have any adverse effect on aluminum?

Thanks,
Steve

[Shortbus]

Get good stainless steel 1/4 or 3/8" grade 5 bolts with lock nylon washersin the nut

BUT, if your not going to use a motor I'm the drifter, I would honestly use a center mount guide as the side release will make the boat sway when anchored.

[ThousandsOfCasts]

Thanks. This boat was setup with a motor previously and I would like to keep the option. There is a notch in the back with an insert for when a motor is not on. I don't think it would be best to put an anchor system on the insert as it does not bolt on.

[Osmosis]

Mines on the starboard side, but otherwise sounds the same.
Shortbus nailed the hardware, you can throw a washer or two in the mix as well.

The downside of the side anchor mounts to me is that everytime you pull your anchor it spins the boat to the side - which makes for a sketchy moment here and there when you anchor in tight spots.

did it come with pulleys to run down the side or is your boat already rigged with them? also does it have a "hitchin board". Jam cleats are way more convenient than traditional cleats, something to keep in mind as it sounds like there may be a few more pieces to pick up.

[rebell]

Hate to argue with Alan or Shortbus, but if your boat is set up correctly you shouldnt have any problems.

First and foremost is how your oar blades are in the water. If there straight as they should be while on anchor, you will not have a problem.

Batteries in my camera are dead, I will take some pics in the morning and show you my setup. Personally, I wouldnt have it any other way.

[Osmosis]

I have the oar rites that came with my oars so they are always indexed straight when I let go of 'em. I dont sway when on anchor, but I seem to almost always swing the stern to port when pulling it up.

Mines just a little 16' widebottom alumaweld, so the shorter chine contact may have something to do with it. If you have a tip to keep me from swinging to the side I'm of course all ears, its a pita!

[RollinontheRvr]

I would put some kind of felt washer or dialectric grease between the stainless and the aluminum or you could be looking at a dialectric reaction from opposing metals. Not a big deal but it would be easy to avoid any issues that way.

[ThousandsOfCasts]

Mines on the starboard side, but otherwise sounds the same.
Shortbus nailed the hardware, you can throw a washer or two in the mix as well.

The downside of the side anchor mounts to me is that everytime you pull your anchor it spins the boat to the side - which makes for a sketchy moment here and there when you anchor in tight spots.

did it come with pulleys to run down the side or is your boat already rigged with them? also does it have a "hitchin board". Jam cleats are way more convenient than traditional cleats, something to keep in mind as it sounds like there may be a few more pieces to pick up.

Yep the pullys are already setup down the side of the boat. And yes it has a jam clear on the rowers seat. The only thing that was messed up was the rear anchor mount.

[ThousandsOfCasts]

Hate to argue with Alan or Shortbus, but if your boat is set up correctly you shouldnt have any problems.

First and foremost is how your oar blades are in the water. If there straight as they should be while on anchor, you will not have a problem.

Batteries in my camera are dead, I will take some pics in the morning and show you my setup. Personally, I wouldnt have it any other way.

Thanks Rusty. Anxiously awaiting your pictures. :-)

[ThousandsOfCasts]

I would put some kind of felt washer or dialectric grease between the stainless and the aluminum or you could be looking at a dialectric reaction from opposing metals. Not a big deal but it would be easy to avoid any issues that way.

Cool I will check into that. Good tip.