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Material Links for your conversion

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by Bugpac » 30 Jan 2010, 23:31
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All links good, enough for tonight. Finish the rest later.

Post up your special materials links and well make a complete list. Ill edit them and add...

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Any idea where I can purchase a port side console? I want to install one on my Alumacraft to give the wife some protection from the wind on those...
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Link for Boat Modifications! Please post yours!

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by Jim » 14 May 2008, 09:25
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V-Boats:
Murphy67's 14ft Alumacraft Semi-V
Murphy67's Alumacraft Classic Deluxe project
wmrmurphy's 1991 16' Lund Rebel Special
Thomadgs's...

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I updated the list. If you have a project that is near completion and want it added to the master list, send me a PM. =D>

Thanks,
Jim
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Jon boat and V boat conversions "Please read before posting"

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by Jim » 27 Jul 2007, 11:26

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Please add your Jon boat conversion in this section. The more Conversions we get, the more resourceful this will become for all new people trying to...

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Friendly reminder Guys and Gals, This section is for modification and conversion threads only , If you have a specific question about a thread posted...

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Project swamp boat: Lowe rover 16

Last post by jrjr12 « 05 Apr 2020, 10:45
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by soggybottom » 04 Mar 2020, 21:49
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So last year I bought a lake house! I’m living the dream, I can walk out my back door and go fishing. Only catch is I live on a bay that’s so choked...

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Sweet setup, nice work and great craftsmanship!
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05 Apr 2020, 10:45
81 Bass Tracker Restoration, Rehab!

Last post by Jinxd12 « 05 Apr 2020, 01:11
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by Jinxd12 » 03 Apr 2020, 18:00

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Just picked up an 81 Bass tracker needs some TLC but that's what I was looking for.

The carpet and wood needed to be replaced and the 40hp mercury...

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No, it was all plywood everything.

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05 Apr 2020, 01:11
1982 14' Mirrorcraft

Bench seat install..

Last post by tucker99 « 04 Apr 2020, 12:31
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by tucker99 » 04 Apr 2020, 09:40

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Gents,
Pics of the boat below. The seats are supported with angle on the sides of hull. Problem is the wood reinforcement in the benches where they...

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Looking for something to cover the bench seats. I was going to come down about 2 on the front and back of the seats. What feels good on the tush?...

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04 Apr 2020, 12:31
1436 on Cedar part 2

Last post by Chrisja77 « 02 Apr 2020, 23:52
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by Yankemandspankem » 23 Mar 2020, 00:57

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After a full season of using my 1436 (and the most successful fishing season I've ever had), the front weld on my Alumacraft 1436 LT blew out. I...

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Maybe it’s my eyes but that framing doesn’t look like 2x4’s. Is it 1x6?

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02 Apr 2020, 23:52
Chris' Crestliner 1436

Last post by Chrisja77 « 01 Apr 2020, 18:42
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by Chrisja77 » 27 Jan 2017, 13:04

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Hey everyone...first off, this is going to be a long project so don't expect much! I've been reading and browsing to figure out the direction I want...

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Well, my downward spiral started when I got a free garmin striker 4 fish finder from work for a safety award...I’ve never used a fish finder before...

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01 Apr 2020, 18:42
1971 Starcraft refit

First tin boat rebuild

Last post by 1Vhull « 01 Apr 2020, 11:04
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by 1Vhull » 11 Dec 2019, 00:44

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Hello all, starting my first tin boat build. Here’s a quick background on me and the boat. I’ve been fishing my entire life and finally have my own...

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Getting the bow supports rebuilt. Only wood I plan on going back in the boat. Using maple, seal up with epoxy.

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01 Apr 2020, 11:04
1983 Lowe Stinger Pro Restore

Last post by WhopperPlopper « 31 Mar 2020, 20:17
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by WhopperPlopper » 25 Mar 2020, 13:05

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Picked up a 1983 Lowe Stinger Pro, running 35hp 'Rude, and functional trailer. I've done a few jon to bass boat conversions where I had to fabricate...

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2 coats of primer and about to put on a third coat of oil based enamel black with hardness.. it’s a smooth looking finish!

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31 Mar 2020, 20:17
Newby taking on Lowe 14' project

Last post by skiguy18 « 31 Mar 2020, 10:36

by skiguy18 » 31 Mar 2020, 10:36

Hi All! Longtime lurker first-time poster here. I am a total newb to boat projects but have decided to tackle a small project. I have a 14' Lowe Sea...

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31 Mar 2020, 10:36
Poorly neglected boat, bringing her back to service

Last post by checkoutmyjunk « 31 Mar 2020, 08:47
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by checkoutmyjunk » 17 Dec 2019, 16:14
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I've got a sickness with projects and deals, when the two align I just can't say no.

I was offered 2 motors, a boat, a trailer, a trolling motor, a...

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I am not happy. This was supposed to be fun.

I assumed that the rat crap in the air box was sucked in the reeds and kept them from closing.
I was...
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31 Mar 2020, 08:47
'87 Bluefin Sportsman 1700 Rebuild - Family Cruiser

'87 Bluefin Sportsman 17' teardown and rebuild

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by kofkorn » 24 Mar 2020, 16:56

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Hi All,

I'm looking at another rebuild. I've been looking for a bowrider for some time now that I can use with the family for tubing and cruising...

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I was able to put a little more time into it this weekend. I managed to pull the floor and all of the foam out. The foam was more waterlogged than...

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Last post by kofkorn
30 Mar 2020, 10:30
14' mirrocraft conversion

Last post by jasper60103 « 30 Mar 2020, 06:23
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by Bobs boat » 29 Mar 2020, 19:28

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First off I would like to thank everyone here for sharing, your posts have not only been informative, but they have also given me a lot of ideas....

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Welcome aboard, Bobs boat.
Looks like you have a fishing partner there.
Get out on the water and enjoy!

jasper

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Last post by jasper60103
30 Mar 2020, 06:23
Starcraft 14’ deep V project

Boy restoration

Last post by 1Vhull « 30 Mar 2020, 02:19
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by Bglass207 » 24 Mar 2020, 00:54

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Hey guys a newbie here, just starting a project on a mid 70’s vintage Starcraft. Typical setup with the 3 benches and no floor. I’m looking to remove...

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Checkout my build thread. Sounds like we have the same boat. I’m using “gluv-it” on the inside to seal it up more. However it would be a good bet to...

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Last post by 1Vhull
30 Mar 2020, 02:19
FLOOR REPAIR

Aluminum boat floor

Last post by DaleH « 29 Mar 2020, 10:21
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by Rookie1719 » 25 Mar 2020, 15:07

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Hey everyone,

Real quick ... I’ve been trying to buy marine grade plywood to replace a floor in my mirrocraft v-hill 14ft.

I’m redoing the whole...

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Forget carpet, that holds moisture and looks like crap not years later. Go marine vinyl, sold my rig after 21-years use and the vinyl still looked...

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29 Mar 2020, 10:21
14 vhull mirrocraft

Last post by lckstckn2smknbrls « 28 Mar 2020, 13:40
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by Rookie1719 » 04 Feb 2020, 21:31

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Hi everyone,

I did some searching around here and see some people have done what I’d like to do. I have a 14 ft mirrocraft about 2 years old. I...

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There is no real advantage to Marine plywood for our use. BCX plywood properly sealed will last a long time. I like using Old timers formula.

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Last post by lckstckn2smknbrls
28 Mar 2020, 13:40
1648 alumacraft build by hardwoodcd

Last post by jasper60103 « 27 Mar 2020, 13:06
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by hardwoodcd » 26 Feb 2017, 14:27
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Hello all! I've been looking around this site for some time now and I've started my build which is going to be fairly involved. A little background...

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That's certainly a step up. Congrats!
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Last post by jasper60103
27 Mar 2020, 13:06
Polar Kraft 1448 build

Last post by Turd Ferguson « 24 Mar 2020, 15:43
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by Fishfried » 16 Dec 2019, 22:34
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Been searching for a small fishing boat. I couldn’t find one I liked so I’m just going to build my own. Got a good Craigslist deal Jon boat. A 2012...

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As far as the aerator pump, it may have to be “primed”. Try turning the pump on and then reversing the boat. That will break the airlock and get...
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Last post by Turd Ferguson
24 Mar 2020, 15:43
Help me identify this 1969 vhull

Last post by schukster « 21 Mar 2020, 18:17
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by WaxTX » 18 Mar 2020, 22:38

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Hi guys

i have looked high and low for information on this boat

I have the title, yes, i know, that's amazing in itself

The title simply says boat...

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I just noticed that this web site has lots of older manufacturers boats. It might be a good reference site.

I'm guessing the Reso you mentioned is...

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Last post by schukster
21 Mar 2020, 18:17
1950's Lone Star Corsair project

Last post by sss « 21 Mar 2020, 00:12
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by sss » 28 May 2019, 00:36
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My older brother gave me this boat 3 days ago. It's a Lone Star Corsair, not sure on the year but they quit making them in '57 according to what I...

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Got a bit done on the floor supports tonight. .063 6061 1” tube, 3/16” rivets. Using 6063 1” angle to build some small brackets for the attachment....
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21 Mar 2020, 00:12
12ft Sears (Starcraft) Aluminum V-hull Project

Last post by Toolmann « 15 Mar 2020, 23:18
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by Toolmann » 15 Mar 2020, 17:21

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Hello all,
My son and I picked up a old 12ft Sears Aluminum V-hull a few months ago as a winter project. We were happy to find this forum, it's been...

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Thanks. 356 Porsche notchback, long term project!

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Last post by Toolmann
15 Mar 2020, 23:18
New guy first boat 12' Starcraft semi V

Last post by dmuncy007 « 14 Mar 2020, 00:38
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by dmuncy007 » 19 Jul 2018, 13:56

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Hey everyone bought this little 12’ what I believe to be a Starcraft not sure what model or year and the trailer for $250 but it didn’t have a title...

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Thanks fellas good times on the little 12 footer

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14 Mar 2020, 00:38
New guy with "new" old boat.

Last post by gsh341 « 12 Mar 2020, 22:05
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by JacobOutdoors » 27 Feb 2020, 15:12

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Hi there!

So I received this boat from my father in law. He was clearing off junk on his property and thought that I would like it as a project,...

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I have a 1959 Alumaline 14' boat and it has a max horsepower rating of 8hp and a max capacity before motor of 600 lbs. With my wife, my daughter,...

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Last post by gsh341
12 Mar 2020, 22:05
FME Paint

Last post by Weldorthemagnificent « 09 Mar 2020, 07:21
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by Dfish1984 » 08 Mar 2020, 21:12

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I couldn’t find a lot of pictures on the Lock stock and Barrel FME paint products. So after talking to them the product shipped fast and was very...

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Looks like a new boat!

Sent from my CLT-L04 using Tapatalk

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Last post by Weldorthemagnificent
09 Mar 2020, 07:21
De-pro'ing a Tracker

Last post by Bmac « 08 Mar 2020, 20:11
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by Bmac » 28 Nov 2014, 12:12
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2012-02-18_16-24-50_133b.jpg 2012-02-18_16-25-22_448.jpg 2012-02-05_13-12-31_825.jpg I know this is the opposite of what most of you are doing,and...

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Wish I could still buy them. Monster quit making them soon after I bought them. Like this style as they don't snag nets.
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08 Mar 2020, 20:11
Rear rod holder rack

Semi-vertical rack

Last post by Calgaryangler « 08 Mar 2020, 17:00

by Calgaryangler » 08 Mar 2020, 17:00

I have searched all day and all I find is key words and a ton of old photobucket links that don’t work. I’m looking for a rack to build across the...

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08 Mar 2020, 17:00
1980's Sea Nymph GLS 19.5

Last post by gsh341 « 07 Mar 2020, 02:31
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by CodeNymph » 12 Feb 2020, 15:37

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Hi All,
I picked up this boat/trailer/motor for $750 two summers ago, and for the most part, it's been a lawn ornament since. I'm fairly handy, but...

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Nice boat.

I have a 1985 Sea Nymph FM161 Fishing Machine I'm working on.

Have you looked at the transom yet? Mine was completely rotten. It fell...

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Last post by gsh341
07 Mar 2020, 02:31
Pinholes in my transom

Last post by nccatfisher « 05 Mar 2020, 15:45
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by gsh341 » 03 Mar 2020, 21:37

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I bought a 1985 Sea Nymph FM161 Fishing Machine. I have the whole thing disassembled and I'm working on rebuilding the transom.

My problem is the...

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If it were me I would just take a plasma cutter and remove it and weld in a new one. But that is what I do. Putting one over it is a PITA and...

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05 Mar 2020, 15:45
Hydroturf

Last post by hipster dufus « 04 Mar 2020, 22:35
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by Prowelder » 27 Feb 2020, 22:08

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I've done a job for this guy every year around tax season. It's taking 3 years but his boat is completed. The 1st year I added the front deck 2nd...

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What dou call that pattern?where u get it?

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04 Mar 2020, 22:35

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