I’m planning on getting power poles in the next few weeks.

Bass pro is charging 12 hours of labor ($1,908) to install dual power pole blades (one pump). I do not have a jack plate so they need to install the side plate adapters and the dual braced kit. I will also have them install hydrilla gear tilt brackets.

Does this seem reasonable? I understand inflation and the install is a little more complicated because I do not have a jack plate, but just want to make sure I’m not getting overcharged. Thanks for any info you can provide.

Congratulations on the new accessories.

Not an expert by any means, but at larger boat dealerships or service centers like Bass Pro Shops, current marine mechanic labor rates typically range from $150 to $200+ per hour. Exact charges fluctuate based on location and whether the service is for routine maintenance or more complex install / diagnostics.

So that quoted price seems about right to me.

Good Luck.

A-Jay

@A-Jay Thanks! I’m kind of bummed because BPS can’t do the install until end of July and I’ll be at Chautauqua Lake for 4 days in mid July. That lake is dock fishing 101, so they would have been awesome to have. I’m checking with another place to see if they can do the install if I buy all the parts myself.

I’ll be sure to post some new install pics!

48 minutes ago, stk44 said:

@A-Jay Thanks! I’m kind of bummed because BPS can’t do the install until end of July and I’ll be at Chautauqua Lake for 4 days in mid July. That lake is dock fishing 101, so they would have been awesome to have. I’m checking with another place to see if they can do the install if I buy all the parts myself.

I’ll be sure to post some new install pics!

I hear that.

I would add that during any and especially tricky installation there's bound do be a few 'extra' parts needed. If you chose to purchase parts yourself, I would recommend giving the service center approval to purchase whatever they might need in advance, without prior purchase approval by you, will save time. You're going to need it in the end anyway.

Finally, IME, a properly and quality install trumps a fast one everytime and twice on Sunday. Trying saving a week now might cost you months of headache and $$ later. Set them up for success now and reap the long term trouble free benefits down the road. A first time correct install of something like this only happens once. Everything else after that, is damage control. My Dad always told me, "slow down, you'll go faster."

A-Jay

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