I just installed (January 2024) a pair of Pro II 8' poles. There were a few surprises and the technical support folks at PowerPole got me through it. First, this video shows the installation of C-Monster 1 poles. The hoses have nuts and ferrules and it's really nice that you can cut them to length. The current manufacture (mine were manufactured 9/11/2023) has larger (3/8 vs 5/16) hoses and the connectors are crimped on so you can't adjust the length when you install the poles. This change, according to PowerPole, is due to the increased hydraulic pressure in the C-Monster II pumps. The good is that they are more durable, the bad is that you have to figure out what to do with the excess hose. PowerPole has hoses that you can order in certain lengths so that they are closer to what is really needed. There was a glitch from the supplier of the mounting brackets ( PowerPole) and I was supplied with a returned product where the previous "installer" put the original 2-1/2" bolts instead of the PowerPole 3-1/4" bolts (the bolts that hold the brackets to the jackplate). Again, PowerPole is coming through with excellent customer support. I located the pumps in the extreme aft, port side of my 2018 Nitro Z19. I epoxied 1/2" HDPE to the bottom of the boat (I'm referring to the inner boat bottom, NOT the hull) so I wouldn't have to drill into the bottom. The worst part of the install was drilling into the HDPE and getting the brackets mounted. I wish I had longer arms and younger eyes. In hindsight, I would have mounted the motor brackets to the HDPE BEFORE I epoxied it to the boat bottom. Right now, that's the extent of the surprises I've run into.
having installed many of these power pole blades and sportsmans working as a rigger for a marina in south florida i can say most of this is good info for someone installing a system on their own, by no means is this task hard but some things were done harder than they should have been in this video, overall a decent installation video. When mouting the pump bracket only mount the pump when youre looking for fitment then mount the bracket by itself and install the pump after. Also when i install pump brackets in the bilge of fiberglass boats i line the bottom of the bracket with a thin line of silicone to prevent water from getting inbetween the bracket and fibergalss and causing early degredation of the area underneath the bracket.
its also recommended that you have a loop in your hydraulic lines to allow for the movement of the hydraulic cylinder that actuates the power pole, if they loop isnt there then you will inevitably have a failure at one of the fittings whether it be the pump fitting or the cylinder fitting. Also this style hydraulic line is and old version, they were replaced with flexible rubber lines with internal lining due to the hard line blowing after a few years of use.
Not bad vid. but question why you would not run all draw equipment through isolator switch. When I turn my two side isolation switches off, there is nothing pulling off the house or TM batteries? They top off and stay topped off.
I did not have a shutoff switch on my boat it was rigged really bad look at all the wires hanging in the battery area. I cleaned that up and added a shutoff battery selector switch since then.
For where the hose goes into the boat the grommets came with the power pole as purchased. You can measure the diameter of the hose and probably order them from mcmastercarr. Otherwise call up powerpole they have really good customer service
So how much slack do you leave in the lines so when the pole is fully extended they dont pull tight. I've just installed a set and with the boat on the trailer you can't extend them fully down to get a true measurement. Any help would be appreciated.
Permatex clear RTV I do not know the model number or part number for the product though. It can be found at most automotive parts stores or home improvement stores
I checked with a local dealer in the Texas hill country and they wanted $895 to install and they planned to put the "reinforcement" bracket ($450ish). So I saved $1300 by doing the install myself.
@@240LTS I paired them to operate with 1 remote I usually wear it around my neck. They can both be paired to the little foot push buttons a lot of guys put on their front deck also
1 power pole can hold you in place but with the wind you can spin a circle. With 2 power poles it holds you In place and pointing in the same direction regardless of the wind
I just installed (January 2024) a pair of Pro II 8' poles. There were a few surprises and the technical support folks at PowerPole got me through it. First, this video shows the installation of C-Monster 1 poles. The hoses have nuts and ferrules and it's really nice that you can cut them to length. The current manufacture (mine were manufactured 9/11/2023) has larger (3/8 vs 5/16) hoses and the connectors are crimped on so you can't adjust the length when you install the poles. This change, according to PowerPole, is due to the increased hydraulic pressure in the C-Monster II pumps. The good is that they are more durable, the bad is that you have to figure out what to do with the excess hose. PowerPole has hoses that you can order in certain lengths so that they are closer to what is really needed.
There was a glitch from the supplier of the mounting brackets ( PowerPole) and I was supplied with a returned product where the previous "installer" put the original 2-1/2" bolts instead of the PowerPole 3-1/4" bolts (the bolts that hold the brackets to the jackplate). Again, PowerPole is coming through with excellent customer support.
I located the pumps in the extreme aft, port side of my 2018 Nitro Z19. I epoxied 1/2" HDPE to the bottom of the boat (I'm referring to the inner boat bottom, NOT the hull) so I wouldn't have to drill into the bottom. The worst part of the install was drilling into the HDPE and getting the brackets mounted. I wish I had longer arms and younger eyes. In hindsight, I would have mounted the motor brackets to the HDPE BEFORE I epoxied it to the boat bottom.
Right now, that's the extent of the surprises I've run into.
having installed many of these power pole blades and sportsmans working as a rigger for a marina in south florida i can say most of this is good info for someone installing a system on their own, by no means is this task hard but some things were done harder than they should have been in this video, overall a decent installation video. When mouting the pump bracket only mount the pump when youre looking for fitment then mount the bracket by itself and install the pump after. Also when i install pump brackets in the bilge of fiberglass boats i line the bottom of the bracket with a thin line of silicone to prevent water from getting inbetween the bracket and fibergalss and causing early degredation of the area underneath the bracket.
its also recommended that you have a loop in your hydraulic lines to allow for the movement of the hydraulic cylinder that actuates the power pole, if they loop isnt there then you will inevitably have a failure at one of the fittings whether it be the pump fitting or the cylinder fitting. Also this style hydraulic line is and old version, they were replaced with flexible rubber lines with internal lining due to the hard line blowing after a few years of use.
Great video gents. Love how thorough it was. 👍🏼🎣
Thank you
great video..nice job fellas
nice thanks for video
Not bad vid. but question why you would not run all draw equipment through isolator switch. When I turn my two side isolation switches off, there is nothing pulling off the house or TM batteries? They top off and stay topped off.
I did not have a shutoff switch on my boat it was rigged really bad look at all the wires hanging in the battery area. I cleaned that up and added a shutoff battery selector switch since then.
Great video how much $$$$ did you save by doing install yourself?
Did u 4 or 6 inch rise brackets
Where did u get the grommet and what size grommet and hose? I only know of using the clam shell never seen those gromets
For where the hose goes into the boat the grommets came with the power pole as purchased. You can measure the diameter of the hose and probably order them from mcmastercarr. Otherwise call up powerpole they have really good customer service
Did you install a cutoff switch?
So how much slack do you leave in the lines so when the pole is fully extended they dont pull tight. I've just installed a set and with the boat on the trailer you can't extend them fully down to get a true measurement. Any help would be appreciated.
Maybe 8" extra so it wont pull tight
@@BSBASSIN thanks for the reply and help.
great videos man thank u
The mounting bracket bolt Torque specs cone with the mounting plates and its 20 foot pounds
What bracket did you use? I'm adding another Power Pole to my boat (Nitro Z21) and that's the same bracket I need. Thanks.
Honestly I do not know it was made for the nitro and they asked what side it was going on and it was all sent together
What type of silicone did you use for the grommet holes? Great video!!!
Permatex clear RTV I do not know the model number or part number for the product though. It can be found at most automotive parts stores or home improvement stores
Nice video. Did you have to cut the lines to make them fit properly?
Yes you will have to cut the 2 lines to length
What would an install cost if you had it done ? Great video.
I have no idea but atleast 3-400
I checked with a local dealer in the Texas hill country and they wanted $895 to install and they planned to put the "reinforcement" bracket ($450ish). So I saved $1300 by doing the install myself.
"after these drills are holed" i do that all the time haha
Sorry man need the holes drilled... my mistake
@@BSBASSIN ... No worries... Nice job on the video.
Can you still operate them separately if you want to with the remotes?
Thanks.
@@240LTS I paired them to operate with 1 remote I usually wear it around my neck. They can both be paired to the little foot push buttons a lot of guys put on their front deck also
So how you support the motor and what you use thanks
I put a block of wood 4x4 under the sieg and trimmed it down. Then loosened one bolt at a time
ANY CONCERN WITH THE MOTOR SLIPPING ON THE JACK PLATE? @@BSBASSIN
BY THE WAY, EXCELLENT VIDEO.
So I don't have to buy a new jack plate the power poles will work with the jack plate that came with the boat
Nope call powerpole tell them what jackplate you have and they should tell you what you need
How’d you support the motor?
Put a block of wood on the ground and trimmed the motor down so the skeg was on it just enough to support it not lift the boat
whats the bnefit of 2 power pole? Also what is the benefit of one?
1 power pole can hold you in place but with the wind you can spin a circle. With 2 power poles it holds you In place and pointing in the same direction regardless of the wind
nice job guys i liked your vid
Thanks guys hope it helps you get one on your boat! Dont forget to check out our other videos
That’s odd, power pole recommended I use braced brackets when going with blades, of course mine are 10’ so maybe that makes a difference 🤷🏻♂️
... From my research yes, you are correct, the braces brackets are recommended for the 10'. 13" taller than the 8' and of course a little heaver.
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