Transom handle

[foxracing]

After some advice on transom handles on the back of stock hydros, I'm going to install a couple on my boat. What's the proper way to fasten them on, screws, bolt with a thread insert?

[baries]

I use screws, I apply a good bead of silicone to the flange of the handle, drill a pilot hole and tighten securely making sure the silicone totally seals the handle flange. When the silicone is set, trim off the excess

[Team B&H]

Wood screws are marginal, with silicone is better. Better still is machine screws with T-Nuts and silicone.

[deverhart1]

If you can get to back side, stainless t nuts because screws will pull out just as soon as someone tries to pick boat out of water to help start motor. It'll happen sooner or later