My 40 came with 4 cleats. Would like to add two more.

Dec 25, 2000
5,945
Hunter Passage 42 Shelter Bay, WA
did you use stainless cleats, or aluminum
Our SS cleats mount directly on the aluminum toe rail with no gasket, or other material. Been on there for many years and no sign or evidence of any kind of corrosion between the surfaces.
 
Jul 16, 2018
125
Hunter 40 Boston
I was pondering using liquid electrical tape as a paint job where the parts contact. The rubber is also a good idea. Tho' now that I think about the bolts themselves, which would be stainless, it seems like some concessions are generally made without too much issue. I don't know how bad galvanic reactions really are.
 

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SBO Weather and Forecasting Forum Jim & John
Oct 22, 2014
23,390
CAL 35 Cruiser #21 moored EVERETT WA
Regarding Stainless and Aluminum, I have stainless screws securing items to my aluminum mast. Usually with a dab of lanocote to reduce galling or corrosion.