1970 SeaKing 12 Ft V Hull Bass Deck Renovation

[kovaxination]

This is my first renovation. I learned a lot from this forum before finally putting my plan into action. I used as much found material as possible including an old metal shelving unit as the framing for the front deck and a wooden frame from a bed for the support on the back deck. All in all very happy with the reno and ready to hit the water!

 

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Here is the original interior floor before sand and repaint.

 

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Here is the interior after sand, prime and paint.

 

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Because the seats had been previously removed, I needed a way to make the front deck secure without attaching anything to the hull. I used the frame from an old shelving unit, attached with nuts and bolts and riveted to the base cross beams of the floor.

 

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Added the front deck as well as support for the back deck using a reclaimed bed frame that was actually pretty light.

 

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Both decks and the platform for the bow mount.

 

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And now some carpet.

 

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All the carpet on. New seats added. Rod holders riveted to the sides and two hatch doors to access under storage! Ready to hit the water!

 

[cj_tiz]

I dig it. Looking to do something similar with an old 13.8 Semi V I got.

 

[kovaxination]

I dig it. Looking to do something similar with an old 13.8 Semi V I got.

Thanks! I am a rookie here but let me know if there is anything I can pass along info wise to help!

 

[cj_tiz]

Did you add any foam after you removed the seats? That's one thing I plan on doing as I will be fishing the intercostal here in Florida. Hate to loose it incase I swamp it.

 

[Slough Runner]

I like how you used what you had to get it done. The finished product looks great. The use of the bed frame works for sure. Enjoy the fishing! I'm a long ways out on my build right now and wish I was on the water with it...check it out if your looking for more ideas.

 

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Did you add any foam after you removed the seats? That's one thing I plan on doing as I will be fishing the intercostal here in Florida. Hate to loose it incase I swamp it.

Actually the seats were long gone before I ever got the boat so I am not sure if they had foam in them prior. I did line the floor in the front storage with the silverboard foam insulation. I have heard of people using that in the boat. I think the main thing is to find something that wont soak up a ton of water over time.