Adding tower w/ Rocket Launcher (inexpensively)...

[pjbrownva]

So, I found an aluminum DIY tower w/ rocket launchers that is CHEAP (about $175 delivered on Amazon)

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https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B018830AFA

In the reviews, most people liked it. Some complained about needing to take your time as you cut down the pieces, de-burr them and assemble it.

It uses 1.25" aluminum tubes. The rod holders themselves are plastic (which I DON'T like) but I've decided to give it a go.

In my mind, I'm already working on modifications and upgrades... such as adding stainless steel rod holders in the sides and also along the top.

I'm also planning (or at least hoping) to get rid of the plastic mounting hardware and replace it with stainless steel.

I know this won't match a $1500 custom build rod rack. What's somewhat amusing is that I think I'm spending just as much on accessories and hardware upgrades as I am on the tower itself. More rocket launchers... upgraded hardware, flood lights (spreader lights) a new anchor light to mount on top of it. Aluminum clamps to mount the spreader lights... etc

Anyway, my rationale is that it'll give me a good, safe place to store rods while I'm fishing, and keep them from getting messed up or broken.

I'm open to ideas, and happy to post here as I go through the planning and installation for this project. :-)

-Phil

Found more info in a catalog and on the manufacturer's website:
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https://oceansouth.us/shop/rocket-launchers/ma-100/