Transfer of Holes to Boat Structure

  1. Lower assembled fixture onto hull structure.
  1. The four areas where the feet of the Seakeeper will rest should be coplanar to within .06 in. (1.5 mm). See Figure 12.
  1. Align fixture in desired location and transfer holes from fixture plate to the hull structure. Note that holes in fixture plate are ø0.60 in. (15.138 mm).
Figure 12 – Hole Transfer Fixture Alignment & Hole Punch
  1. Remove fixture and drill and tap M14X2.0 Helicoil threaded insert holes in hull structure at marked locations to mate with holes in the Seakeeper foundation. Take special care to drill perpendicular to mounting surface. A drill guide is recommended. Remove any impeding obstructions.
Figure 13 – Insert Holes Into Hull Structure