How To: DIY Double Stack (Dual) Graph Mount. Yeah it's that easy!

[@CarlosPadillaCentex]

Hey Stephan! Great design, planning, and build. The faces of the graphs fit like one huge screen. Huge help for the fishing community. Thanks

[@stephansmithoutdoors]

Thanks Carlos! Thanks for watching and commenting! Merry Christmas & Happy Holidays!

[@58dbeck33]

Well Done!! Need has always been the mother of invention. The pride you'll have when someone ask's, "hey where'd you get that bracket" is worth its weight in gold. Great job Stephan!!!!!

[@stephansmithoutdoors]

Thanks Darrell! Like allot of the DIY stuff I do.. I could've spent the $$ but wanted to prove a point.. I think I did! 😎 Thanks for watching and commenting. HAPPY HOLLIDAYS!!

[@johnmclarty3201]

I was about to pull the trigger and order a double mount until I stumbled on this video. Great setup. For us DIY guys, this is the ticket. Thanks for sharing your ideas and process. May God Bless.

[@stephansmithoutdoors]

@@johnmclarty3201 Thank you! I Remember the days when KZbin was about giving ideas and not trying to sell everything to the audience and that's what I try to do. I make nothing from these vids except kind comments like yours! Welcome to the channel!

[@johnmclarty3201]

I remember when there was no KZbin/interweb and fishing clubs shared DIY ideas. Keep up the excellent work.

[@toddpeterson2362]

What an awesome job!! Love how you were able to pull on the mount and have the entire boat shake! :) Keep it up Stephan and we will all keep watching!

[@stephansmithoutdoors]

Thanks Todd! Appreciate you watching and commenting. Happy Holidays!!

[@toddpeterson2362]

@@stephansmithoutdoors Merry Christmas to you and your family!! :)

[@christinasprekclass7318]

@@stephansmithoutdoors do you have a list of the items you used?

[@stephansmithoutdoors]

@@christinasprekclass7318 No list.. It's all in the video.

[@davidwilliams1805]

Thanks Stephan for this! You did a great job with it! Thanks for your continued help for anglers! Keep up the good work buddy!

[@stephansmithoutdoors]

Thanks David! I'm trying my man.. More than half won't even make it through the video for the epiphany.. Appreciate you man! Happy Holidays!

[@briankrenz2189]

I own a 2001 NX 750 and THIS is absolutely the answer I needed. Perfect setup. Now I need to figure out the dual mount fror the console without moving instruments.

[@stephansmithoutdoors]

Well Brian, your exactly one of folks I was trying to help while solving this problem for myself.. I scoured youtube and forums but their really wasn't anything like this.. I also did a vid for the console for a single graph AND I do have an idea for solving the dual problem BUT until I start running duals you won't see that one from me.. Best I can do is get you a 12" at the dash currently lol.. Thank you so much for your comment and welcome to the channel!

[@briankrenz2189]

I'll have to look for that video. I wanna run my 2 HDS 9s at the Helm, so I can see over them, and 2 HDS 12s up front all networked together.

[@stephansmithoutdoors]

@@briankrenz2189 Look in the "Project NITRO Z-6" playlist..

[@501Panfishing]

Excellent DIY mount. I have a similar setup on my boat, but I use one angle iron that supports two 10 inch graphs. It's great to see others saving money!!!!!

[@stephansmithoutdoors]

Thanks! Appreciate you watching and commenting!

[@KenWalker-g7z]

I like this setup. I think I'll copy it. Thanks!

[@stephansmithoutdoors]

Be sure to check out my other vids. Thanks Ken!

[@NeilGraham.I.M.F]

Good stuff man really enjoying these videos right now. As I said love modify and upgrade the boat. Been fishing for 35 years. Fishing out of a boat all my life and finally became a first time boat owner not long ago. I would have done it years ago but it just wasn't in the cards. And I'm telling you I've been modifying the crap out of my boat. Wish I would have been recording and documenting all of it

[@bassdojo]

I have a Nitro Z6 too. I love it! Perfect for just a single fisherman and an occasional co angler. I have a ghost with active target. I need to double stack two hds 9s. My goal this year. I have an elite ti 9 and 7 at the console. I want a jack plate and power poles but that's a pipe dream. I fish the Potomac area. I've added pnumatic shocks for the lockers, an aerator, and full suite of lights.

[@stephansmithoutdoors]

That's awesome Bassdojo!! I really am enjoying mine. As you can see I've been figuring out ways to mod it to accommodate the larger graphs.. (More mods on the horizon) I fished my first club tournament this year in it this last weekend with a co-angler on a lake I'd never been before, and hey no problems.. It was super windy and cold bite sucked but that's on me. The boat is proving to be a great platform and still keeping within a budget that allows for me to get out. I really appreciate you taking the time to comment. I'd love to have as many other Z-6 owners as possible to subscribe and bounce off ideas and things.. Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@bassdojo]

@@stephansmithoutdoors The biggest difference was adding lithium batteries. I gained a few extra mph. In a few months I'm going to rewire the entire boat. To ensure I get adequate unobstructed power to all my electronics.

[@bassdojo]

If you don't have easy steps on your trailer that is a must!

[@stephansmithoutdoors]

@@bassdojo Yeah, seems like they would be!.. Maybe in the future!

[@dallis11]

Looks great! Thanks for sharing!

[@stephansmithoutdoors]

Thanks Dallis! Thanks for watching and commenting. Happy Holidays!

[@docriordan7787]

I would say that took some time in the garage with lots of chin scratching to come up with that quality end results. Excellent fabrication job. 👍 Just a fyi with that much glass up front be careful when your pitching.

[@stephansmithoutdoors]

Thanks Doc.. I did everything in one day. Filming slows me down considerably.. I have thought about screen protectors.. Thanks for watching and commenting.. MC & HNY!

[@brucesmithoutdoors]

That’s a great video man. Good job figuring out the way to mount it. I have the same problem with my triton. Thank you for your advice. 👍🏻👍🏻

[@stephansmithoutdoors]

Thanks Bruce! I was excited to offer a solution! Thanks for watching and commenting! Merry Christmas & Happy Holidays!

[@rickrobinson5611]

Looks good. Great money saving tip

[@stephansmithoutdoors]

Thanks Rick! Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@LarsonFishing]

Are those the light brackets I see on your trolling motor?? Hooking up a garmin transducer to my Ulterra here, thinking of doing the same!

[@stephansmithoutdoors]

No.. That's a DD26 Live Foot Turret on the TM.

[@mattdorrance9433]

That’s awesome, how big did you notch out for the wires is that 1” x 2”

[@stephansmithoutdoors]

Yeah it's about that.. I did a follow up video on how I ultimately hooked up everything.. Thanks for watching and please subscribe 🙏

[@mattdorrance9433]

@@stephansmithoutdoors will do. I’ll update you with what I did. Turned out awesome. Subscribed! Thanks for the great idea and video

[@bassaddict_85]

Great setup! What was your painting process for the bare aluminum?

[@stephansmithoutdoors]

Rattle can high heat primer and baked in oven at 350 for 20min cooled and followed by high heat flat spray paint that was also oben baked.. Over kill to the max I'm sure but that's what I did.. Thank's for watching and commenting Bassaddict!

[@bigred805100]

How do you like this style of mount compared to the Stowaway Mount on your previous boat? I Ordered the stowaway but now that it's in hand im wondering how much it will interfere with casting since I only fish for bass.

[@stephansmithoutdoors]

That's a very good question.. AND I have given some thought to the answer.. Cause it's not that simple.. With ANY mount that you go with they ALL have there ups and downs.. I still feel like the StowAway was the right mount for that boat (Classic XL) and I could fish Bass or Crappie with it and enjoyed it being elevated... Didn't seem to get in my way.. But the BIGGEST thing I liked was how much space I felt it saved on a smaller boat. With that being said.. This mount that I currently have now came down to affordability .. I wasn't going to spring for the price tag that has gone up significantly since I first got the StowAway. THAT's why I didn't get another or any other high priced take in the a** product.. If I could help it and it turns out I could.. I like this one cause it works and I did it for $125 so I can deal with the fact that I can't elevate it.. At the end of the day YOU have to decide.. I hope this helps.. Thanks for your comment and watching Bigred!

[@chatjocc6180]

Super cool mod! Thanks for sharing! Where did you get the 3 inch aluminum angle???

[@stephansmithoutdoors]

Thanks! Appreciate you watching and commenting.. Here's the link to the place I got the aluminum from it's local for me. www.metals4u.com/

[@chatjocc6180]

@@stephansmithoutdoors Thanks

[@geostrong3606]

Love it and it in my budget thk u sir

[@stephansmithoutdoors]

@@geostrong3606 Thanks for watching and commenting Geo 👍 Welcome to the channel!

[@Channnn11]

Can you do this with humminbird units?

[@stephansmithoutdoors]

@@Channnn11 Yes.. Same principle assuming the gimbal is made of metal. May work fine also with gimbal's made of ABS, but I've not tested it. Thanks for watching and commenting 👍 Appreciate your question!

[@Channnn11]

@ thank you! They aren’t metal but I am going to give it a try. Thanks again.

[@caution927]

How thick is the aluminum you used? Thank you

[@stephansmithoutdoors]

3/16" .. Apreciate if you'd subscribe. Thanks!

[@jpaul4788]

What size drill bit for the 5/16 lag screws you use,cause I went with ,250 drill bit it felt like It was really tight, felt like gel coat was cracking

[@stephansmithoutdoors]

I think I used 3/16th pilot holes.. I used my dewalt impact driver to drive the lag screws and final tighten with ratchet.. If you email me I can give you some up close pics.. I only used the 2 holes on each side not the 3rd in the middle.. It wasn't exactly necessary..

[@sothrnhunter746]

Impressive , nailed it

[@stephansmithoutdoors]

Thank you!

[@scottbrewer2221]

Is the offset distance right for the graph mounts a typical for the Z6 or specific to your setup ? I have a Z6 and want to stack some 10" Garmins in the front.

[@stephansmithoutdoors]

The offset distance was specific for my setup.. As you can see I've got the Garmin Force and the Live Foot there so had to accommodate for that a bit on the port side.. I have since moved the 10" to the bottom and the 12" on top after being out with it a few times.. So the short answer is you can make it anyway you want for what ever boat you may have, if needing to solve a similar problem using the video as a guide... Hope that helps.. FYI that mount has been freaking awesome thus far and I have been in some real chop going at speed giving it a beating.. Thanks for watching and commenting Scott!

[@stephansmithoutdoors]

@scottbrewer2221 if you email me at [e-mail].. I can send you additional pics or if you have any more questions .. I'm loving my Z-6 so far!

[@scottbrewer2221]

Thank you for your response@@stephansmithoutdoors

[@davidcalebaugh]

im going to make this on my ranger rt188 is there enough room for a 12'' garmin on top ?

[@stephansmithoutdoors]

Yes.. I did a follow up video kzbin.info/www/bejne/r5zbhHmDj6ZortU Thanks for watching and commenting David!

[@richblack8534]

Another brilliant mod, keep it up.

[@stephansmithoutdoors]

Thanks, will do!

[@T_J_Fishin]

Awesome

[@stephansmithoutdoors]

Thanks Todd! Thanks for watching and commenting! Merry Christmas & Happy Holidays!

[@tomconnole5385]

Great work thanks

[@stephansmithoutdoors]

Your welcome & thank you for watching and commenting Tom!

[@ericwm1]

Man that is impressive

[@stephansmithoutdoors]

Thanks Eric! Appreciate you watching and commenting!

[@ericwm1]

Do you happen to have a list of the supplies you bought?

[@stephansmithoutdoors]

@@ericwm1 No formal list.. just what I showed and said in the video. But if you have any further questions just ask.

[@ericwm1]

@@stephansmithoutdoors no worries I’ll watch again and make a list. It looks great!! And I love the center anchor idea!! This absolutely my next project

[@stephansmithoutdoors]

@@ericwm1 The mount bolts are .25inx1.5" with washers and LOCK nuts. The coupler is 1/2in and 1/2" all thread or at Home Depot "build a bolt" I think they call it.. with 2" bolt washer and lock nut coming up from the bottom. I got it all at Home Depot.. Now getting the aluminum may be the hardest thing.. Idk depends on your area and access.. I cut my aluminum to size and rounded off the corners.. (not in video)

[@badboymowersofnorman6011]

Nice

[@stephansmithoutdoors]

@@badboymowersofnorman6011 Works like a champ! Thanks for watching and commenting 👍

[@mikeday852]

thanks

[@stephansmithoutdoors]

Your welcome Mike! Thanks for watching and commenting 🙂

[@cheetoz6902]

Thatsm. a great mount

[@stephansmithoutdoors]

Thank's Cheetoz!

[@bobhanson9321]

Nice mod!

[@stephansmithoutdoors]

Thanks Bob!