transom hardware

[thejeepster02]

In rebuilding my transom (almost done), IÂ’m wondering about hardware items to mount while I can still get to both corners before the top goes on.IÂ’m a newbie, what type of hooks for anchors, and maybe something to pull the grandkids tubbing.Do I want something that goes completely through the transom or just screwed to it?Maybe there are other items I need to think about now than later.Im not up on all the boating verbage so sorry if its not called hooks. maybe eye bolt is better.

[JasonJ]

You want any hardware that will be pulling anything to go through the transom, and have a good sized backing plate with large washers. I used a pair of bow hooks with large backing plates, I found out they are plenty strong enough when I towed a 21 foot bass boat with them. Also, if you are mounting a kicker bracket, it needs to be through-bolted with backing plates as well.

[thejeepster02]

whats a kicker bracket?

[BoatBuoy]

A kicker bracket is a bracket used for mounting a small gas outboard in adddition to the main motor, primarily used for fishing, trolling, and alternate power in the event of main motor failure. Usually 2-10 hp.

[rverano]

Most boating stores sell all of this hardware. As Jason stated, make sure it goes through the transom. Make sure it's all stainless. Anytime I drill the transom, I coat the screws and or bolts with marine silicone.