Starter rods are available for all Vermeer® drills from the D6x6 to the D36x50SII. Our starter rods are available in both Firestick® I and Firestick® II compatible connections. These parts are manufactured from 4145HT material for maximum service life. The Starter Rod provides a non-torqued connection between the Starter Rod and the down hole tool for safe and convenient tool installation and removal.