Thread subject: Whaler Central - Boston Whaler Boat Information and Photos :: Rear bench install 2006 Boston Whaler Montauk 170

Posted by tamalpais09 on 12/02/17 - 11:40 AM
#1

Where would you mount this aft bench seat in a Montauk 170?

I found a rear aft bench from a 2004 Boston Whaler Montauk 170 owner who sold it to me. From what I understand from Boston Whaler, 2004 is the only year they made this style bench for the 170, afterwards they made an aft bench seat larger and with a swinging backrest (similar to the console seat).

The 2004 bench seat I have is built with metal supports and has metal plates you mount on the floor. My dilemma is how far towards the stern to mount the plates / bench? If I mount it too far back it impedes the motor tilt. Mounting it too far forward and there's not much foot room. I've posted a picture to give you an idea. Based on the wood diagram it looks like I have enough wood forward and back to mount it in either position.

Edited by tamalpais09 on 12/02/17 - 11:45 AM