{"product_id":"garelick-outboard-swim-platform-with-fold-down-ladder","title":"Garelick Outboard Platform W\/Ladder","description":"\u003cp\u003eGarelick Outboard Swim Platform with Fold Down Ladder\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor use on outboard transoms\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOne stainless wrap around rail and one underside support rail, reversible\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMounts at 10 degree angle on transom\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDurable HDPE platform is pre-drilled for easy assembly\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eStainless Steel hardware\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e1\" (3cm) diameter stainless steel\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eInstructions:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAfter determining which side of the platform is most suitable for the handrail, mount it to the platform using 2 bolts through holes in platform. Secure with 2 locknuts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMount SS strut 22” by inserting bolt through hole and secure with locknut.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMount SS strut 11” by inserting two bolts through holes and secure with 1 locknut.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose most suitable side of transom for mounting platform. Turn motor unit as far as possible to that side. Make a line on the transom indicating motor unit’s full extension to that side.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePosition platform away from drawn line at desired mounting location, parallel to the water line, and mark 4 mounting holes through flattened ends of rails and\/or struts onto the transom.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDrill four marked holes with a bit compatible with selected fasteners (fasteners not provided). Hold drill perpendicular to transom when drilling.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf transom is less than 2” thick, it is recommended that a backing plate be mounted on the inside of transom.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNOTE: The backing plate should be made of either aluminum, marine plywood or some other suitable non-compressive material.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCoat the mounting surfaces of the rails and\/or struts with a marine grade adhesive\/caulking compound; squeeze a small amount into mounting holes in transom. Insert selected bolts through holes and secure in position with suitable fasteners.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePeriodically check mounting hardware and re-tighten (due to normal boat operation).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRegular fresh water rinsing and periodic cleaning with a mild abrasive cleaner will help retain luster and help prevent corrosion.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eInformation sourced from Garelick Assembly Instructions for Platforms Technical Data\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eInstallation Instructions\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Garelick","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50581670691074,"sku":"GAR-19535","price":419.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0842\/3024\/2562\/files\/Untitled-1__47776.1763741538.webp?v=1791078138","url":"https:\/\/allmarineworld.com\/products\/garelick-outboard-swim-platform-with-fold-down-ladder","provider":"All Marine World","version":"1.0","type":"link"}