Down east salty rod holder on a Scotty downrigger

[krawler]

Is it possible to install a Salty rod holder on a Scotty downrigger without interfering with the downrigger?  This would eliminate the need for new tracks and rod holders.  I don't have the Scottys yet so I don't have much experience with the way they look or function.  I will use the Saltys for dipsys.  thanks

[Thun]

I use Salty's for dipsy rods and love them. Not sure about using them for riggers though.

[Sk8man]

I think you might have a couple of problems right off the bat. One you'd have to have a workable mount and although they make several I don't think any would be great for that application and two It would be a problem getting the right angle while still keeping the rod secure. I'd sure be using a safety line n the rods if you go that route. I think I'd be either using some PVC pipe with end caps and making my own (tubular type holders) or getting regular downrigger mounts if it were me.

Edited March 24, 2016 by Sk8man

[krawler]

Thanks for the advice.  I think ill rig a separate mounting plate for the rod holders only.