The weather is getting better so it is time to get this thing done so I can hit the lake.
I got my little 2HP Evinrude Mate painted and got some new decals for it.
I also got my back cubbies in and got the middle of the boat sorted with some spots to put some storage, pole holders, and a flat...
I had mine sprayed with actual Rhino-Liner on the outside. If you can find a place that does pickup beds, you could try talking them into a light coat for around $100.
https://www.tinboats.net/forum/viewtopic.php?f=21&t=17882&hilit=thinks+it+is+big
As for the rhino-lining slowing the boat down, I haven't got it out on the water yet due to the weather. However, I don't think it will be a real issue for me. And if you decide to do it, just know that they can actually put the liner on smooth. They don't have to texture.
To be honest, it's a little wobbly. I'm not worried that I will tip, but it is still unnerving to some people. I saw a thread on making outriggers. I am entertaining that idea to stable it up a bit. Any thoughts?
Hey all.
This would be my first post here. I bought an old 12' boat with trailer last year for $500. I started pondering on making the boat better. Most of the ideas I came up with came from this website so I thought it only fitting that I post the work here.
I started out with a simple idea of...