glue or epoxy. Sand seat with 220 grit sandpaper and varnish as desired. Follow varnish
instructions per product, such as Zspar varnish.
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The final step is installing the seat to the deck of your boat using the 2 included blocks
(cleats). Varnish the blocks prior to installation. Place the seat on a flat surface and
center each block on the inside of each leg. Then mark each of the 3 hole locations onto
the blocks using a marking tool or small drill bit. Drill pilot holes in the blocks and then
fasten them to the seat legs with the smaller of the remaining screws and finish
washers. You will be removing them again below so no need to fasten too tightly.
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Below is a rough drawing of the two cleats, (Dimensions may differ) that are used to
fasten the seat to the deck. The screws used here are the largest screws (#14x2”) along
with washers.) With the cleats attached to the seat, position the seat in the boat at the
desired location. Then use a pencil to trace the corners of the cleats onto the deck.
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Next, remove the cleats from the seat and use the drawing below as a general guide to
drill holes in the cleats, there are 7 per cleat in a staggered pattern. Note that the
location of these holes does not need to be exactly precise. If you are replacing a seat,
use the old cleats as a template to drill holes in the new cleats.
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The recommended and easiest way to install the cleats onto the deck is by using 3M
5200 marine adhesive sealant to strenghten the bond of the seat to the deck. It doubles
as a sealant to prevent moisture from entering the foam core of the boat. Apply a small
bead around the perimeter but not too close as it will squeeze out the sides when
fastened to the deck. You can also apply a bead around each hole. Once applied, place
the cleats into position on the deck using the guides marked earlier. Press down firmly
so there is little to no gap between the cleat and the deck. Let cure overnight.
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At this point the cleats should be bonded to the deck with 5200. Before fastening with
#14 x 2" screws, drill pilot holes in the deck through the holes that are drilled in the
cleats. Then fasten each screw with finish washers. Note that it is a good idea to coat
the threads of the screws with 5200 to use as a sealant and better bond.
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