Recent content by d3vino

I took my boat a few times now since I've decked it. I don't think the front desk is stable enough to stand on. It works fine to kneel on or sit directly on it. Not a big deal since I primarily built it to store small gear under it and for that it works great. The frame is strong and would...

I've been thinking about something similar. I wonder if using bimini-type material laced to the frame instead of the plastic top would be an option. I got my thinkin' cap on right now. It'd be cool to see what you come up with. I'll post again once I got something "planned" out. Good luck!

I have a cheapo BassPro trolling motor that does a decent job. I'm setting it up this week. Installing a grommet to run the trolling motor cable through it cleanly. Thanks for the compliments! I really like this old 18hp Johnson. I'm thinking of buying an old 10 or 12 footer v-hull to...

I received the storage hatch I ordered from BassPro. They were really fast and the hatch is really sturdy. Anyway, I strengthened up some of the frame joints as suggested. I decided to leave the kickboard off that I planned on installing. It felt cramped for the forward passenger. I...

Thanks! I appreciate the comments. I'll add more rivets this week. My fingers are full of aluminum shavings. :) Today I wanted to move forward with the deck itself. I used 3/4" for the top decking and 1/2" for the vertical piece. Used the same water sealer and adhesive I used for the...

Spring is getting closer! :D Time to get the boat ready with the front storage deck I have been delaying on installing. I wanted to go the aluminum route for the light weight and strength. Here we go.... I bought four 6 foot pieces of 1/8" thick 1 1/4" angled aluminum (pricy at ~ $20...

@Johny25: Thanks! I love these old OMC motors....so easy to work on and reliable....and they're cool too. :) @ Gramps50: I was motoring along at George Winter Park (Fenton, MO)....all of the silver carp were jumping all over the place. In the pic, it was about 8 foot deep. There are some...

Just a couple of pics on the trailer and on the river....

I just replaced the motor with a 1957 Johnson 18 HP motor that I found on Craigslist. It runs great! I also replaced the bearings and tires&wheels from etrailer.com....very good prices compared to Wally world and local trailer shops. 4.8x12 tires for $53 each. I thinks that's ok. I am...

Great looking boat!

Ok....been too busy with work and the weather has been rainy and cool. So, I decided to install some seats from BPS. I wish I could remember which one of the TinBoat mods I saw this in.....but decided to use the toggle bolts for the extra strength. I goofed on the first hole....I forgot I had...

Here is mine: https://www.tinboats.net/forum/viewtopic.php?f=21&t=25038

Thanks! I'm looking forward to some decent weather this week. I hope to put my boat in the water tomorrow or some time early this week. I'm looking to find a 1950's 15hp motor.....The 7.5 runs nice.....but the extra HP will be nice with the added plywood weight...I'll see how she runs this...

I cut out some 1/2 inch plywood for the bench seats...and performed the same steps I used for the flooring... My console bar isn't as cool as back4more's yet :) I need to get some seats...but the carpet will be way cooler than hot aluminum in the summer. I'm not settled on what to do...

I likes back4more's simple design....and have started to setup my tin in a similar way....it's a work in progress....