Stryker Inflatable Boats Launching Wheel Install

REQUIRED TOOLS

  • Clamp
  • Tape Measure
  • Center Punch or Small Drill Bit
  • Drill w/ 5/16″ or 8mm Bit
  • 13mm Wrench
  • 5mm Allen Key

HARDWARE

  • 4 x 50 mm Stainless Bolts
  • 4 x Washers
  • 4 x Locking Washers
  • 2 x Launching Wheels
  • 2 x Launching Wheel Brackets

Step 1 - Locate the Mounting Plate:

  • Identify the dedicated mounting plate on either side of the transom.
  • Do not drill into the transom itself — drill only into the mounting plate
  • Drill using a 5/16″ (or 8 mm) bit at the marked positions.
  • Again, only drill through the mounting plate, not the full transom.
  • Attach the bracket using the supplied bolts.
  • Tighten with a 13 mm wrench and 5 mm Allen key.

Step 2 - Position The Bracket

  • Place the wheel bracket flush against the bottom edge of the dedicated mounting plate on the transom.
  • Ensure the bracket extends 1 inch on either side for proper alignment.
  • Use a clamp or hand to hold the bracket in place once aligned.
  • Double-check the placement using your tape measure.
LAUNCHING WHEEL 1

Step 3 - Mark The Holes

  • Use a centre punch or 5/32″ drill bit to mark pilot holes through the bracket holes.
LAUNCHING WHEEL 2

Step 4 - Drill The Mounting Holes

  • Drill using a 5/16″ (or 8 mm) bit at the marked positions.
  • Again, only drill through the mounting plate, not the full transom.

Step 5 - Install The Hardware

  • Attach the bracket using the supplied bolts.
  • Tighten with a 13 mm wrench and 5 mm Allen key.

Important Note

  • Always ensure you’re drilling into the dedicated mounting plate only, not the full transom structure.