{"title":"Raft Frames","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"better-mounts-frame-brackets-1-25","title":"Frame Brackets 1.25\"","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese frame brackets from \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bettermounts.com\/\"\u003eBetter Mounts\u003c\/a\u003e are manufactured with 7075 T6 Aluminum making them lighter and stronger than other similar frame mounts. They are designed to work with 1.25\" frame tubing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstallation Instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTools: \u003c\/strong\u003eDrill with a 5\/16 or 8mm drill bit, a measuring tape or ruler, sharpie or pencil, and a 1\/2” wrench. Center cutting drill bits are easier to use. A 1\/8” pilot drill can also be helpful.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStep 1: \u003c\/strong\u003eMark the tube 1\/2 in from the end on each end that you want to install a bracket\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStep 2: \u003c\/strong\u003ePlace your side tubes on a flat surface with any existing cross tubes installed towards the front and the back\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStep 3: \u003c\/strong\u003ePut the brackets on the end(s) of the new tube and assemble the new tube between the two side tubes and tighten the U-bolts. Verify the assembly is square, flat, and parallel. Adjust as necessary\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStep 4: \u003c\/strong\u003eDrill a 5\/16” or 8mm hole through the tube and the bracket, using the line 1\/2” in from the end for placement. If you prefer, you can mark the halfway point up on the tube to assist in lining up the drill.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStep 5: \u003c\/strong\u003eBolt the first side together with the included 5\/16” bolt, and tighten. Only after the first side is bolted should the other end be drilled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStep 6: \u003c\/strong\u003eGo Rafting!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Better Mounts","offers":[{"title":"Black","offer_id":53832711405732,"sku":null,"price":33.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0620\/5082\/8452\/products\/BetterMounts_FrameBracket1.heic?v=1790284723"},{"product_id":"better-mounts-oar-towers","title":"Oar Tower (Single)","description":"\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThe Better Mounts 8\" Oar Towers are made from forged and heat treated aluminum to maximize strength and minimize weight. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Facts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThey secure to the frame with \u003cstrong\u003etwo U-bolts\u003c\/strong\u003e in order to minimize the chances your oar locks will rotate on your frame unexpectedly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWork with standard 5\/8” \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/riverhardware.com\/products\/sawyer-a-oar-lock-single\"\u003eoar locks\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Delrin bushings increase durability and minimize noise from rowing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThese oar towers are designed to work with raft frames that have ~ 1 5\/8\" outer diameter tubing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.5 lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTower Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded:\u003c\/strong\u003e Two U-bolts\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot Included:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/riverhardware.com\/products\/sawyer-a-oar-lock-single\"\u003eOar locks\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e Oar Towers are sold individually\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Better Mounts","offers":[{"title":"Black","offer_id":53832684535972,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0620\/5082\/8452\/files\/BetterMounts_OarTowerSingle1.jpg?v=1790204744"}],"url":"https:\/\/riverhardware.com\/collections\/raft-frames.oembed","provider":"River Hardware","version":"1.0","type":"link"}