How to install & use Drotto's Catch & Release Automatic Boat Latch

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The official installation and use instructions for Drotto's Catch & Release Automatic Boat latch!
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@lennynunez9367 Жыл бұрын

I'm 74, 2 artificial knees. 2 sets rods in back, 5 pinched nerves in neck, 42 surgeries. Still fish 1 - 2 times a month. Fish alone half the time when I can't get a partner. My drotto allows me to fish alone and is a big help when I have a partner. Highly Recommended!

@CD19755 Жыл бұрын

I've been researching this quite a bit... you're the only one who's suggested taking the handle off and showed hooking up the safety chain. That was really my only concern I wouldn't have room for it. Great video!

@officialdrotto Жыл бұрын

Glad it could help!

@jefflaird7478 Жыл бұрын

Bought one two years ago it is a game changer. Not having to get feet wet in 40degree weather. I have a 22’ center console this latch irks better than expected. Love it!

@georgenettlesjr1466 6 ай бұрын

Best video I watched yet exclamation mark I ordered mine already I can't wait to install it

@knighthauler2529 Жыл бұрын

Good tutorial

@50amt Жыл бұрын

One boat I operate is a Rinker 282 with a windlass. About 3 ton's. I like this system and don't have a problem with the price. Just not seeing any bigger heavier boat's in any of these video's. I know this is rated for 7K Lbs so I would be getting very close. Can this handle it? Anybody have any thoughts

@LightSkinCapabilities 7 ай бұрын

will this work for the sun dolphin pro 120? which model do I get?

@paycheckmonster Жыл бұрын

I installed one of these on my trailer with a 2012 Tracker 175 Pro Guide. It seems to be very finicky. It only latches some of the time. My eyelet is not a U-Bolt but a factory welded aluminum eyelet that is a bit bulky. Any tips or adjustments that could be made??

@officialdrotto Жыл бұрын

Hello! Shoot us an email at support@drottoproducts.com and we'll send some tips your way, including some info on some new jaws that we have available that work better on thick aluminum bow eyes.

@BumpNrun69 Жыл бұрын

May seem like a silly question but, can this be installed (enough wiggle room) with the boat on the trailer? Also, looks like you had a 1875 Cross-over. What size fit the 1875 Crossover? Thanks for the informative video..

@officialdrotto Жыл бұрын

Hello! The XD375 model fits the newer Crossovers, and any of the Shorelandr trailers with the larger Profile series winch stands. And yes the latch can be installed with the boat on the trailer!. If you have a railer troller, just keep the winch hook attached and carefully roll the boat back so that you have room to install the latch. If you have a bunk trailer and an adjustable winch stand, you can slide the entire winch stand forward to install, and slide it back into place and align with the bow eye. Email us at support@drottoproducts.com if you have any other questions!

@TW14137 Жыл бұрын

Is it possible to release the latch before the boat floats, on the occasions it's preferable to float the boat off ? Seems it would be great while landing, but if not able to unlatch dry, then it means extra steps when launching alone. When fishing early or late season, when the docks are out, I need to be able to float the boat off while staying in the truck. I run bunks, so the boat sliding off early isn't an issue. Thanks

@officialdrotto Жыл бұрын

Yes, the latch jaws can be opened on dry land as long as the bow eye isn't pressed up against the back of the jaws. However, as a safety precaution we only recommend unlocking the jaws once the boat is in water. You can also hook a rope or long dog lead to the end of the release handle and pull to release from the dock. Hope that answers your question!

@glenndaugherity6187 Жыл бұрын

A friend of mine unhooks his Ranger 621 all the time on dry land before backing down the ramp and floats the boat off. Works awesome !

@ehronw7565 Жыл бұрын

Can the boat still be winched up manually if it can not be powered on to the trailer?

@officialdrotto Жыл бұрын

Hi Ehron. Yes it can still be manually winched into place and will lock into the jaws when the winch is tightened. We suggest getting enough moving speed when driving onto the trailer to use the boat's momentum to lock into the jaws, instead of powering hard up the trailer to latch.

@DaleWyman 4 ай бұрын

I have a 2015 Crestliner Storm 1700 & Trailer. How can I be sure before ordering if this will work with my trailer and existing winch?

@officialdrotto 4 ай бұрын

Hello! You can email pictures of the front of your boat, the bow eye, and the winch stand on your trailer to us at support@drottoproducts.com. Someone will take a look and let you know if it'll work!

@daveho204 Жыл бұрын

Bought this a month ago. Haven’t installed it yet but right out right out of the box, the jaws don’t open when I pull the handle. Almost like the springs are not strong enough to pull it open or the parts are binding. Any ideas? Should I disassemble and put marine grease on the surfaces that need to slide?

@officialdrotto Жыл бұрын

Hi, Very odd and sorry to hear it. The jaws should open very quickly and easily when you pull the handle. Did you purchase it new from us at drottoproducts.com or through another retailer? Email you contact info, and a video of the issue if possible, to support@drottoproducts.com and we'll help you out. We can get a replacement to you if it's a defect.

@jordanpadilla99 Ай бұрын

@@officialdrottowill this work for a 20ft fiberglass z520c ranger bass boat?

@stephenaccomando8427 Жыл бұрын

There's not enough clearance to attach both the Drotto and the old crank attachment to the attachment ring. There is enough to attach the safety chain... is this sufficient? Or do I need to install a bigger attachment ring??

@officialdrotto Жыл бұрын

Hey Stephen, They make some of those winch hooks awful big, so it can definitely be a competition for space sometimes! If you can't fit the winch hook, we commend getting a new towing-rated locking S Hook (like this one www.etrailer.com/Accessories-and-Parts/CURT/C81840.html ) and routing it through the winch strap or the hole at the base of the big winch hook. With that new s hook connected to the strap, you can winch your but up tight. And there's likely room for both of those smaller hooks to fit side-by-side in the bow eye. If there's only room for one, you can hook the chain hook to the strap too, just as a backup to grab everything. Email support@drottoproducts.com if you need any other help!

@jayfogarty7544 Жыл бұрын

Is Drotto's the same as the Boat2Trailer latches or are they different?? Thanks!

@officialdrotto Жыл бұрын

Hi Jay, They are very different. Drotto is the original designer and manufacturer of the Catch-N-Release boat latch, and Boat2Trailer is an online retailer who sells relabeled versions of another brand of latch. You can learn more at the last FAQ here: drottoproducts.com/pages/frequently-asked-questions And email us at support@drottoproducts.com if you have any specific questions about differences!

@jimwoodford4113 Жыл бұрын

Will this work with bunk trailer vs roller trailer?

@officialdrotto Жыл бұрын

Hi Jim, It sure will! Works awesome on either type of trailer.

@gus7136 Жыл бұрын

I recently purchased one and installed it last night. I installed it with the boat on the trailer, winch mount is moveable on my shorlander trailer. After installed pushed it back to boat to latch. I noticed the winch mount was moved ahead maybe 2 inches. If I would of took boat off and installed the dtotto on winch mount where it was my boat would of hung off the back of the trailer. Shouldn’t the transom with a heavy motor on it be supported with the trailer under it? I use a transom saver as well. I was just wondering??

@officialdrotto Жыл бұрын

Hi Gus! Yes, some boats might shift back about 2 inches on the trailer after the latch is installed. You did the right thing adjusting the winch stand to line up the latch with your bow eye while keeping your boat in the same position. For anyone who doesn't have an adjustable winch stand that might be concerned with the boat hanging too far back on their trailer, or just need the extra space for storage, we sell a forward bracket here: drottoproducts.com/products/forward-bracket-for-latch-adjustment Thanks for sharing your experience and tips!!