1975 Fisher Marine Bateau 1438 Mod -**NEW PICS OCT 16**

[jonmac3569]

Ran the wiring from the back of the boat (light, bilge) to the front through a painted pvc pipe. Then planned out where I was going to mount the radio, speakers and switch panel.

 

[jonmac3569]

Worked on the wiring a little more today, still have a lot to do.

 

[jonmac3569]

Went on vacation for a week and now going out of town for work. Once I get back I should be able to finish the boat up pretty soon.

 

[jonmac3569]

Got the bilge pump through hull fitting installed. Also finished up the carpeting and got the front light socket in. Only things left are to mount the rear seat and finish the wiring. Hopefully I can finish it up soon and start spending some time on the water.

 

[jonmac3569]

Finished up the wiring today and cleaned up the wiring for the bilge pump and stern light.

 

[DanMC]

=D> Exemplary work all the way,i congratulate you.
Dan

 

[Brine]

=D> Exemplary work all the way,i congratulate you.
Dan

X2

Nice work =D>

 

[jonmac3569]

Thanks for the replies!

Got the slider / swivel bracket attached to the back seat and installed. Finished up the wiring to the accessories and the wiring to the trolling motor. (added circuit breaker and quick disconnect). Also you can see under the back seat I added clips to hold my lights.

Boat is essentially done. I plan on adding a fish finder and maybe an anchor mate type setup when I get a chance and maybe paint the outboard. I have a couple small things to do to the trailer but that is about it. I will post some better pics when I get a chance.

 

[jonmac3569]

Added an antenna for the radio today, put it on the same side as the trowling motor to keep it out of the way, made a huge difference in respect to the reception. It is a very soft flexible antenna so it will move 90 deg and not break. Also got the spare mounted on the trailer.

 

[jonmac3569]

Boat is finished. I may tackle the motor at some point and repaint it. I will also probably add a fishfinder pretty soon but that will be a very easy job. Mainly just looking forward to getting on the water some before winter.

 

[fool4fish1226]

Looks great. Where did you get the paddle holder. I have the same paddles and want a hangers like yours

 

[jonmac3569]

Looks great. Where did you get the paddle holder. I have the same paddles and want a hangers like yours

Thanks, I actually made it out of a spice bottle "holder". It was longer and had 6 or 8 clips. I just cut one of them off. I am not sure how long it will hold up but it is working well so far.

 

[joshfish]

how stable is your boat when your standing on the front deck?

 

[jonmac3569]

how stable is your boat when your standing on the front deck?

Too me it is very comfortable, I was worried about it a little when I started but it turned out to be more stable than I had thought it would be. I fished the other day off the front deck with jet skis blowing by me and never felt like I was going to take a swim. But if you are used to moving around in a wide boat it would take some adjustment. The first couple times I moved around the front seat to the bow I was very careful, now I don't even think about it. Definately no issues once I am either seated or standing in front of the seat, just when navigating around it. I will mostly fish alone so if you had someone clumsy banging around in the back at the wrong time it might get tricky.

 

[fool4fish1226]

Looks great. Where did you get the paddle holder. I have the same paddles and want a hangers like yours

Thanks, I actually made it out of a spice bottle "holder". It was longer and had 6 or 8 clips. I just cut one of them off. I am not sure how long it will hold up but it is working well so far.

Thanks for the response

 

[jasper60103]

Very nice build. I really like the rod storage. Would you mind sharing where you got those from?

 

[jonmac3569]

Very nice build. I really like the rod storage. Would you mind sharing where you got those from?

I got the holders from Academny Sports. They were around $10 I think. They are made to where you could bolt or screw the base on but I rivited them to the aluminum sidewall. The part that holds the rods will also slide out of the base and you could take all the rods out at once.

I was going to add a link but I could not find them on their website.

 

[Jonboat Jerry]

Very nice build. I really like the rod storage. Would you mind sharing where you got those from?

I got the holders from Academny Sports. They were around $10 I think. They are made to where you could bolt or screw the base on but I rivited them to the aluminum sidewall. The part that holds the rods will also slide out of the base and you could take all the rods out at once.
I was going to add a link but I could not find them on their website.

Nice work JonMac! Here's that link
KollerCraft Outdoor Buddies Rod Rack n Go
https://www.academy.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/Product_10151_10051_12800_-1?ICID=CRT:0145-01420-7203

 

[Ictalurus]

=D> =D> =D>

Well done sir, fantastic looking boat! If I could make just one suggestion, I would be concerned how you mounted your tie downs on the gusset. It may be putting a twisting stress on all the wrong places, consider relocating your stern anchor points. Great looking boat, I love the on board radio.

 

[jasper60103]

Very nice build. I really like the rod storage. Would you mind sharing where you got those from?

I got the holders from Academny Sports. They were around $10 I think. They are made to where you could bolt or screw the base on but I rivited them to the aluminum sidewall. The part that holds the rods will also slide out of the base and you could take all the rods out at once.
I was going to add a link but I could not find them on their website.

Nice work JonMac! Here's that link
KollerCraft Outdoor Buddies Rod Rack n Go
https://www.academy.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/Product_10151_10051_12800_-1?ICID=CRT:0145-01420-7203

Awesome. Thanks !