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Installing bow filler
Posted: Tue Dec 07, 2021 5:34 pm
by Tgoertz
Has anyone tried installing bow filler cushions themselves or have pictures how they attach? I just received mine and thought it would be an easy install. Without any instructions not so much.
Re: Installing bow filler
Posted: Thu Dec 16, 2021 9:57 pm
by Marco4Ever
If you have all three, start with the sides then add the front one last. They slide latches go into the pre-drilled holes and simply lock in place.
I have found that using the two side ones works the best leaving the front one off as when you beach and use the front ladder, you are not stepping on the cushion when entering the boat.
If you have not figured it out as of yet - I can post some pictures.
Season's Best.
K
Re: Installing bow filler
Posted: Wed Dec 22, 2021 8:22 am
by Tgoertz
Thank you K.
I have the parts for the filler cushions including latches and base the side cushions sit on that I ordered a few months after having the boat. The latches and such (I have to drill holes) need to be installed but don’t come with directions.
Re: Installing bow filler
Posted: Fri Dec 31, 2021 7:51 am
by Marco4Ever
Quick idea if the latches are mounted to the seat filler is to put some marker on the end of the latches and gently slide them to touch the area where they need the hole. Then measure using tape 2 or 3 times to make sure you have it correct before you drill. Follow the usual guidelines for drilling fiberglass (use small bit then go larger) examples on this forum. Reach out if you need me to measure and provide more photos.
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Re: Installing bow filler
Posted: Fri Dec 31, 2021 10:09 am
by AsLan7
Marco4Ever wrote: ↑Fri Dec 31, 2021 7:51 am
Quick idea if the latches are mounted to the seat filler is to put some marker on the end of the latches and gently slide them to touch the area where they need the hole. Then measure using tape 2 or 3 times to make sure you have it correct before you drill. Follow the usual guidelines for drilling fiberglass (use small bit then go larger) examples on this forum. Reach out if you need me to measure and provide more photos.IMG_0394.JPGIMG_0393.JPGIMG_0395.JPGIMG_0396.JPGIMG_0397.JPG
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Great documentation M4E...thank you!
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Re: Installing bow filler
Posted: Fri Dec 31, 2021 9:26 pm
by dustinm
Put grease or lipstick on the end of the latch it will be much easier to see
Re: Installing bow filler
Posted: Sat Jan 01, 2022 8:35 am
by Big Block Power
The bad thing with those patches being upside down is they will move from the lock position and unlock them the pad could fall down.
Re: Installing bow filler
Posted: Sat Jan 01, 2022 2:08 pm
by Tgoertz
Thank you! Great pictures. Very helpful.
Happy 2022!
Re: Installing bow filler
Posted: Sat Apr 09, 2022 9:09 am
by AlexV
Mine are in the garage. They kept falling down.
Re: Installing bow filler
Posted: Sat Apr 16, 2022 6:54 pm
by Tgoertz
Thanks for the pictures. Have them installed and wife and kids are happier. When there isn’t any pressure on the cushion, they do fall down which is annoying. Maybe a little tape will fix it.
Re: Installing bow filler
Posted: Sat Apr 16, 2022 7:58 pm
by Big Block Power
Yea that's why I was trying to tell you earlier so maybe you could use different type of latch or fine tune it somehow. Others have taped them. I rather use some type of different patch if it was mine.
Re: Installing bow filler
Posted: Sat Jul 16, 2022 5:46 pm
by hafalel
My latch kept coming undone and cushions would fall like many have said before. I used duct tape to keep them from moving around…it works great but may not be practical if you plan on taking them on and off frequently.
Re: Installing bow filler
Posted: Wed Nov 23, 2022 11:08 am
by Tgoertz
Following up on the bow filler cushions. I used a piece of painters tape and have not had a problem all summer. Easy to take off if needed. Thanks for the picture and help.