I changed the clam cleats to cam cleats on my boat. I didn't want to drill
more holes, so I mounted the new cleats on a 1/2" thick piece of plastic and
then mounted the plastic mount to the boat using the existing holes and
screws. I used a piece of plastic cutting board, the same as I used to
build a shim for the hatch that I installed in the foredeck.
Mounting the cleats this way is a smart idea and has worked out well, but I
can't take credit for the idea. I lifted it from Doug Kelch who did the
same to his boat.
I'm sure I have a picture of this setup somewhere. I plan to put it on my
website soon, but software development is very slow during boating season.
Rick Langer
N41° 24.275' W73° 52.085'
M15 #337
Bluebird
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