countryboy26047
Petty Officer 1st Class
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- May 25, 2012
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Hey everyone, yet another simple/stupid question.. After putting a nice 'gash' on the rub-rail of my tri-hull while tied off to a dock last week, my original thoughts of needing cleats mid-hull were definately confirmed... So my question is, what are some opinions/thoughts on the nylon cleats? These would be primarily used for tying bumpers too while docked, but just never know when a situation may arise where they may be put under some force/stress (i.e. tie off to another boat, dock etc.) From what I've read, I think the biggest concern when installing cleats, will not be an issue with these as I have full access to the under-side to put through-bolts in with a backing plate.
These are the cleats I'm considering, and I'll be 100% honest that the price is the main reason I'm considering these vs. stainless..
http://www.iboats.com/Attwood-Nylon-Cleat/dm/*******.996613497--session_id.175054621--view_id.48316
And the attached photo is where I plan on mounting the cleats, on both sides, in the area of the base of the windshield.
These are the cleats I'm considering, and I'll be 100% honest that the price is the main reason I'm considering these vs. stainless..
http://www.iboats.com/Attwood-Nylon-Cleat/dm/*******.996613497--session_id.175054621--view_id.48316
And the attached photo is where I plan on mounting the cleats, on both sides, in the area of the base of the windshield.