18' Polar Kraft Conversion

[c-ramey]

I FINALLY finished the cap for the transom! I used pieces I cut from the 2 float pods that I removed. This was made using 3 pieces of 24" x 4". Each piece was hand bent for a 2" U. I clamped the pieces on the boat trailer and folded 1" 90 degrees. Worked pretty well!

 

[c-ramey]

Here's the finished product!

 

[c-ramey]

I'm getting ready to start buying supplies for the flooring and storage. I know I'm going to use 3/4 marine plywood for the floor. Should I use 3/4 or 1/2 for everything else? (rear deck, front deck, side storage)

 

[c-ramey]

This weekend was a big weekend for our boat. We have all the aluminum L installed and have cut the flooring. We've also installed the 2x3's that will be enclosed with plywood.

 

[c-ramey]

I wanted to say thanks to Alvie, Michael, and 'Pin' for helping out this weekend. These guys spent a lot of their weekend in the garage when the weather was really nice. Thanks again.

 

[fool4fish1226]

Coming along nicely =D>

 

[c-ramey]

Got the deck cut! The pictures show it just in place. The past few weeks, we also sealed the flooring with spar. Thats why the floor is a different color.

 

[JonBoatfever]

Lookin good!

 

[c-ramey]

I haven't updated my boat on here for some time. We've been hard at work getting it finished up.

Here's the full video on youtube.

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Here are the latest pictures. We've gotten pretty much done with most things. I have only installed the back seats.

Don't pay attention to how messy my shed is. It serves its purpose...shelter the boat and keep the beer cold.

 

[lets fish salt]

nice turn on the mod ! =D> hope soon to be able to start mine ! #-o got it back in amess :roll: ,long one !but still hopping ! lets fish they say !good job 1"lets fishsalt"

 

[fool4fish1226]

Turned out real nice, have you had it out on the water yet

 

[c-ramey]

Not yet!

I had a bit of work that I did on the trailer too.....including new paint, carpet, and bearing buddies. As soon as the weather breaks, I'll get it out on the trailer and weld up some side bunks. Then she should be good to go.

Opening day on Powerton Lake near Pekin, Il is 2/15. I've got the itch and the only medicine that will help is getting it out!

 

[c-ramey]

I did get out to Powerton Lake.....man that place smells. I didn't take my boat though. I met up with a friend and a couple of buddies. We didn't catch anything until about 3:30 p.m. and then we caught 3 small blue's.

 

[c-ramey]

My debut for my boat is this coming Friday. I got her out of the garage today and started putting all the necessities in. She's ready.

 

[fool4fish1226]

Looks great good luck with the fish

 

[JustinNC]

One of my favorites! Simple but oh so effective looking!

 

[base_v5]

I like this type of design, very similar to what I am going to do with mine. Open floorplan, plenty of room to move around.

I imagine that boat is solid. Nice work on the transom, looks like it will hold up for years.

 

[c-ramey]

It better hold up!

Thanks for the compliments! This forum is the best thing since sliced bread thats for sure.

 

[KevinWI]

Nice job....lot's of work.

 

[c-ramey]

I have decided it's time for another.....what shall I do. This time, I'll be a little more prepared.