I use a piano wire ,circle on each end of the wire. on the pipe end I added a rubber grommet. I added a square wooden block under the top inside of my engine bay. I then cut a slot under the wooden block . big enough for a snap-tie. I also made a mount out of aluminum angle. I used the wire all season last year. my pipe is still on the hull. I did smash many times 2 set of sponsons later. I am a better driver , next year I hope.