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2000 Dauntless center console- Need straps for cooler seat to be held down.

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The cooler hold-downs on our 1999 Dauntless 16 center console were rubber bungee-type cords with hooks on the ends. Bungee cords may serve as a substitute if you are unable to locate the correct cords.

I used strapping from ratchet straps over the seat and then screwed through the cut strap into the plastic of the freezer chest. Works well.

Unscrew the cleats on the deck and replace the bungie cord. Sold by the foot in a local hardward store. C hook to the hole in the center of the handle base.

Seal the cleat screw holes on reassembly with Boat Life and not adhesive.

I faced a similar challenge with my 2003 160 Dauntless, and ,due to the condition of the cooler, I ended up replacing it with a Yeti 45 that fit well in the space. I attached the seat pad in a similar fashion to the original and used simple nylon straps with plastic buckles to anchor it. See attached photos.

Hope this helps.

Todd