So we have been enjoying the FW220 with 5.7 DP, very nice.
The watersports tower arrived and since the dealer can't install it until fall and I can save some money and enjoy it now by installing it myself we picked it up and have set it in place on the boat.
Unfortunately my dealer does not have any 220's left in stock and there is no template for exact tower location. So I am looking for anyone out there with a FW 220 and watersports tower that can check a couple measurements for me before we start drilling holes.
Basically I figure I am within an inch of locating this thing, but it would be nice to know what the factory did.
Also is there need for extra fiberglass or wood backing on the underside of the bolts? The kit came with a rectangular plate for the rear and just a big washer for the front mount. I know if the dealer was installing it, the holes would be drilled and the bolts mounts without any additional fiberglass, but since I am doing the job I can add the extra support if it is really required.
How much bigger than the bolt size should the hole be?
Should I seal the hole edges with fiberglass resin after drilling the holes just to make sure they are solid?
Any help is appreciated.
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