Securing Clam Center Console/Mod question

[acarroline]

I have a Clam Explorer (like X2, Scheels exclusive) and have a few questions on modifications.  I am looking to add some versatility without adding a ton of weight, and want these feature to be able to come off easily for transport.

So far I have used a few eye bolts to secure rod holders for each seat.  Low rent, nice feature. Remove rod holders and eye bolts are on but not in the way.

 

I would like to do the following, and am looking for ideas:

1. Secure the Clam center console between the seats.  This is a great tool, but slides around and isn't very sturdy.  Thinking about a few screws in the front directly in the lip, but that is more permanent than I may want.  A few clamps up front in that area? Velcro?

2. Looking to secure a ice scoop/dipper in between the seats up front.  I'm thinking about just cutting a hole in the "lip" of the shack and allowing the handle end of the scoop to rest in there.  Could cut a few more small slits in the lip (about 2 inches long, 1/2 inch wide) along that lip for the common slip on bucket rod holders and use those to secure extra rods/scoops,etc.

 

Thoughts?

 

Edited January 22, 2016 by acarroline
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