Quote Originally Posted by BigfishRanger View Post
Three years ago, I added cleats to both sides, just aft of each console. No problems since. The top gunnel is pretty thick. I cut a flat piece of rubber to lay under each cleat. Screwed down with Phillips head screws. I also coated the threads with epoxy to eliminate water intrusion. If you go this route, reverse the drill bit as you begin, drill past the gelcoat before drilling forward. I drilled just enough to seat the screws. There are possibly wires beneath the gunnel, so don’t go too far. I will try to post a picture latter.
I was lucky enough to have access for bolts and nuts.
If not, what you did is perfect.