Securing fenders

[The Hillbilly Barge]

HAs anyone used the Accon Marine Quick Release Fender Hangers? I've seen them on Barletta and Crest boats.

Quick Release Fender Hangers

FEATURES Part #401-R Marine Grade 316 Stainless Steel Construction Eliminates the need for repetative tying and untying Surface mount, no cut-outs are necessary The hinge snaps into the base and stays attached to the fender when separated. Fastens to deck with two #10 screws Can be used as tie...

www.acconmarine.com

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Yes they're very nice, a couple of my friends have them on their boats but I like the easy fenders better, they're easier to adjust the height of the fender for the variation of different dock Heights

 

[David G]

My neighbor has some that he drilled into the side rails that are absolutely the best I have seen, spring loaded twist knob and just put the rope in and release the knob, if you need to pull it up just pull rope and it will let it slip up then just let it go. Very flush mount, little protrude!

 

[PYC5 Dave]

Our bouys are just ragged and sad-looking. One even developed a hole last summer. It's time to replace them. I checked several suppliers online and found boat fender Max 3006.7384. They are not vinyl, but very soft and flexible and come in a variety of colors.

Sorry do not know of that brand. I have always used Taylor Fenders, they have a warranty against bursting. They can be found used and cheap from boaters that do not like ugly. They will also replace the valves if they leak. You can clean them or cover them with terry cloth covers. Buy the good ones and do not sell them with the boat when you upgrade unless they are the wrong size.

 

[big shooter]

If you don’t want to drill into your rail....

Taylor Made Products 1139, Pontoon Boat Rail Fender Hanger / Adjuster, Pack of 4 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000MJKKKO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_EDFJYMEJXB7X7ZKACFZA

or these. Same as Taylor Made, even say Taylor Made, cheaper

MILITARIA Pontoon Fender Clips, Pontoon Boat Rail Fender Hanger/Adjuster/Clip, 4 Pack https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08L9G64F...abc_PDQKFJMFY7NHS7382BVE?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

Thats what we use. Works great, plus easy to change positions if at a different dock

 

[PYC5 Dave]

If you don’t want to drill into your rail....

Taylor Made Products 1139, Pontoon Boat Rail Fender Hanger / Adjuster, Pack of 4 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000MJKKKO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_EDFJYMEJXB7X7ZKACFZA

or these. Same as Taylor Made, even say Taylor Made, cheaper

MILITARIA Pontoon Fender Clips, Pontoon Boat Rail Fender Hanger/Adjuster/Clip, 4 Pack https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08L9G64F...abc_PDQKFJMFY7NHS7382BVE?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

Love these! Work great. If you do not remove your fenders while underway they may blow off but used properly work great can be put on any place on the rail and are easily adjustable.

 

[KK&Pops]

Guys..the EzFenders look great but I’m wondering if they damage the dock lines at the tightened down contact point?

 

[BigKahuna]

Guys..the EzFenders look great but I’m wondering if they damage the dock lines at the tightened down contact point?

Nope! You don't have to tighten down hard on them like you're going to drill through the line! Just enough to make it snug so it won't move. Great product!

 

[Jack M]

I have used them on my previous 3 Benningtons ,I have them waiting to install on my new Q .I also order their dock lines

 

[KK&Pops]

Thanks! BigKahuna & Jack M.
Very helpful responses.
I’ll be adding them to our Q.

 

[Jack M]

The reason I also bought their dock lines is because even thought it states "up to a 3/8 dock line " I have had some trouble getting other 3/8's through the opening .Its doable ,but I had to put a leader on it .

 

[Timdelta]

Jack did you get the factory ones too, or you just going ezfender? What do you think about factory ones?

 

[Jack M]

No ,I just got the EZ Fender . I prefer my hangers to be attached .The ones Bennington offers look like clip ons. No height adjustment either unless you want to re tie your knot. I like the thumb screws on the EZ Fender .

 

[Jack M]

Bennington Hangers

 

[Timdelta]

Thanks Jack. Your boat shouldn’t be far behind.

 

[Jack M]

Yeah , I hope . We are out right now looking at Mullett lake ,ice is just about out .No clue why I am waiting on a Bimini Frame . From what I have seen they are all the same across model lines.Curved non powered .