My boat originally had the standard 4 cleats from the factory, but someone has added another 4 folding cleats for fenders over the years before I got it. The hull is stamped "Fender Only" above the 4 added cleats. I am looking to strengthen the rear folding cleats to be able to tie up to those cleats instead of the rear factory cleats. Every weekend we tie up to a larger cruiser and it is a big step across our boats. If I could tie up to the rear folding cleat it would make the boats easier to cross when tied up.
I know the fiberglass is a lot thinner at the folding cleats (I would guess maybe 1/4'' thick vs. 1/2'' thick at the factory cleats) I cannot get to the backside easily to add more fiberglass, but I could maybe get an aluminum or stainless plate to bolt to the inside. Right now there is only a larger fender washer on each bolt.
I know the fiberglass is a lot thinner at the folding cleats (I would guess maybe 1/4'' thick vs. 1/2'' thick at the factory cleats) I cannot get to the backside easily to add more fiberglass, but I could maybe get an aluminum or stainless plate to bolt to the inside. Right now there is only a larger fender washer on each bolt.