Kilwell Wishbone Outrigger Base 42mm Pair

Tough, dependable, easy to operate outrigger bases

The Kilwell Wishbone Outrigger Base is easy to operate, tough and dependable. It offers trouble-free performance when laying out for fishing or down for bridge clearance. The large screw-clamp secures your outriggers firmly at any angle, but there is also a preset stop collar for your favourite fishing position too. A separate clamp on the wishbone arm secures the outriggers in the up position, out of the way when travelling. Compatible Kilwell Powerpole PP42 outriggers are designed to drop straight into these bases.

Kilwell Wishbone Outrigger Base Features:

• Internal Diameter: approx. 41.5mm
  
• Footprinte required: approx. 30cm width x 20-36cm height
  
• Sold as pair (2)
  

Kilwell Wishbone Outrigger Base Installation:
To successfully install these Kilwell bases onto your boat you will require:

• 24 x 6mm or ¼" Stainless Steel 316 countersunk bolts with washers and Nyloc lock nuts
  
• 2 x Backing plates (recommended depending on hull thickness)
  
• Electric drill with 6.5mm drill bit
  
• RTV silicone liquid gasket if attaching to aluminium hull (optional)
  
• Loctite
  

Considerations before drilling the holes in the hull:

• Check all under deck clearances and access
  
• Read and understand installation instructions contained within the sheet
  
• Measure twice and drill once! Kilwell will not be responsible for any errors you make with
  the installation
  

Installation Instructions:

1. The Kilwell Wishbone Outrigger base is designed to fit with two feet on the cabin side and the bottom base mounted to the gunnel, or buy fitting a spacer it can be mounted with all three feet on a flat side. The area needs to provide adequate support and allow for easy operation. It is recommended that backing plates are mounted inside the hull, to spread the load.
   
2. Position the bases so that the outriggers are on an angle towards the rear of your hull. Ideally the when the outriggers are deployed, the outrigger tips should be towards the stern of your vessel. This avoids tip wrap on your rods when the lines release.
   
3. The distance between the top and bottom bases should be kept in the range of 18cm-36cm apart for proper operation.
   
4. The base with locking latch should be placed on the underside of the main tube on both sides. This ensures that the latch will hang free when the outriggers are deployed.
   
5. All mounting bases should be through bolted using 6mm Stainless countersunk bolts with backing plates, washers and Nyloc nuts. If installing against aluminium you will need to
   create an RTV gasket on each base to prevent electrolysis.
   
6. Adjust the stop collar and secure in place with a hex key wrench, at the desired deployment position. It is recommended to apply Loctite to all bolts once you have the collars etc. in the correct position.
   
7. Outrigger poles can either be glued into the bases, or if a snug fit can be installed without glue, but ensure the outrigger cords are fixed to the bases or boat when in use.
   
8. The outriggers can be laid down on the hull for trailering or when navigating under a bridge, by releasing the locking latch and disconnecting the quick release pin.
   

Care Instructions:

• Marine grade stainless steel is rust resistant, NOT rust proof, and corrosion can still occur if not properly maintained
  
• Wash your Kilwell Outrigger bases after each trip, with clean fresh water, mild detergent and a cloth or soft brush
  
• After washing rinse in clean water and wipe the surface dry with a soft absorbent cloth.
  
• Apply marine grease to protect any threads
  
• For extra protection apply Prolan Corrosion Inhibitor or similar product, to all stainless steel on your boat, available from your local marine store
  

Wishbone Outrigger Base Fitting Instructions
Wishbone Outrigger Parts List