Need idea for tube tow hook 98 2400 SCR

[NWINMaxum]

The marina said there wasn't enough support on the back to mount a tube tow hook, so I returned it to West Marine. Do you think I could attach dock line to the port and starboard side stern cleats and run the tow line thru that and pull the tuber? Any ideas would be great.

[racer2c]

Not enough support on the transom? that seems strange. A ski hook on the transom would be as strong if not stronger than cleats on the gunwale in my opinion. I pull adults on wakeboards from my transom mounted hook which is much more demanding than tubes.

I like West Marine for their product line, but I've had some of their sales guys give really crappy advice.

[jimbenton]

Racer2c did you have your hook installed or was it on the boat when you
bought it? Do you have any pics?
thanks

[seapuppy]

you can mount a hook there..just use some large flat washers to spread the load...and don't forget to seal it with 4200..should work fine!!