Montauk 17 Fuel Tank Tie Downs
Posted: Sun May 19, 2019 12:50 pm
I just happily took ownership of a 1996 Montauk 17 with a Yamaha F50. It was seldom-used, stored inside, and almost completely unmodified from the day it left the dealer. This site has been a great resource already in getting to know the boat and getting ideas for some upgrades to improve utility for my family of five. Thanks for all the great work that goes into maintaining the forum.
I have read about many folks using a larger fuel tank, but for the moment I am planning to stick with the twin 6.5-gallon tanks that sit on gray rubber mats under the seat. I was surprised that there aren't any tie-downs for the tanks. Even the original owner's manual suggests using "an elastic shock cord, secured with clips to the deck and passed snugly over the fuel tank."
I hate to drill more holes in the deck than necessary to attach hardware.
Has anyone found a tidy tie-down solution for twin 6.5-gallon tanks under the pilot seat?
And when it comes time to drill, recommend a high quality bedding compound.
Thanks much.
I have read about many folks using a larger fuel tank, but for the moment I am planning to stick with the twin 6.5-gallon tanks that sit on gray rubber mats under the seat. I was surprised that there aren't any tie-downs for the tanks. Even the original owner's manual suggests using "an elastic shock cord, secured with clips to the deck and passed snugly over the fuel tank."
I hate to drill more holes in the deck than necessary to attach hardware.
Has anyone found a tidy tie-down solution for twin 6.5-gallon tanks under the pilot seat?
And when it comes time to drill, recommend a high quality bedding compound.
Thanks much.