1988 MirroCraft "Deep Fisherman II" (New pics 6/9/13)

[thewalleyehunter]

This is a photoshop that I did to show how I am going to build the sides. I am going to reframe the inside of the half bench so rods can fit through/behind it. The bench will still be utilized, just with a smaller storage area. I though about removing the bench and just putting the locker straight down, but I like this better. I also like the look of having the front storage lower than the front casting deck, instead of the same height.

 

[thewalleyehunter]

This one shows the area I will be opening up.

 

[thewalleyehunter]

Down view looking into bench.

 

[thewalleyehunter]

Worked on the front casting deck last night and spent some time today clearing out the rear, so I can start on the casting deck. The old wiring back there sucked.....electrical tape everywhere and so much extra wire that wasn't needed. Looks much better now

 

[thewalleyehunter]

I finished up the front casting deck framing. Even though I went back and forth about it, I ended up using the ladder. I also used an aluminum ladder stabilizer bar that was laying around as well. It came in handy when I needed an extra 1 1/2" up front. Not wanting to waste good aluminum, I made use of the ends that were cut off to give the deck some extra support......and that worked out pretty nice. Still have to make a battery tray to mount the battery box, but it fits in nicely.

 

[thewalleyehunter]

Here's a few more pics.....one with the wiring mess, and one now with a piece of ladder laying across to show how I'll use it....I have a longer piece that will be used instead of course. I'm thinking about putting both fuel tanks like they are and making a spot for the battery under the bench. If I do that, I will relocate the foam I remove up front. And lastly, how she's catching tools instead of fish. :LOL2:

 

[jvanhees]

You are getting every inch out of that ladder...Nice!

 

[thewalleyehunter]

You are getting every inch out of that ladder...Nice!

No doubt, I figure I better use what I can.

 

[wihil]

Looks great!

One suggestion for you on the rod locker - instead of removing that section that's up against the hull for the pass through, maybe get some thin wall PVC pipe and make tube/channels for the individual rods - that'll keep them from getting guides screwed up and keep the tangles to a minimum.

Figure out the size you need, then use a knock out or hole saw to put them through.

(You're gonna like the E7 HDI too if you get one! 8) )

 

[thewalleyehunter]

Looks great!

One suggestion for you on the rod locker - instead of removing that section that's up against the hull for the pass through, maybe get some thin wall PVC pipe and make tube/channels for the individual rods - that'll keep them from getting guides screwed up and keep the tangles to a minimum.

Figure out the size you need, then use a knock out or hole saw to put them through.

(You're gonna like the E7 HDI too if you get one! 8) )

Thats a great suggestion, thanks! Any idea which size pvc would be good to use?

 

[walleyejoe]

I like this boat before you even started .Can't wait to see the finished product :beer:

 

[thewalleyehunter]

No new updates I just ordered 60 feet of aluminum angle from onlinemetals so hopefully by this weekend I can get back to it!

 

[thewalleyehunter]

No new updates I just ordered 60 feet of aluminum angle from onlinemetals so hopefully by this weekend I can get back to it!

......and I'm still waiting. tracking # says it should be here tomorrow. I'm not too impressed with how long it's taken so far. I think if I need anything else, I'm going to try speedymetals, they are in my neck of the woods, so I can just take a little drive and go get what I need.......wish I knew that sooner.

 

[thewalleyehunter]

Well got my aluminum a few weeks ago and have been working on it as time permits. Getting closer though! Have my fishing trip at the end of the month, so hoping to have it in the water by next weekend for her trial run. I'm looking at doing it in stages so I can get out on the water soon. 8) I'm going to save the lockers for "stage 2". Right now, I have to finish the rear deck framing and then deck and carpet it. After that, I will finish up the main floor and get to wiring everything up.

I will have the rear deck done by this weekend and the rest by next Saturday (my goal at least).

 

[wihoulihan]

Looking good. N nice looking with the carpet

 

[bigwave]

Looks real good......I like the way you utilized the front deck area.....is that chair going to be on a pedestal?

 

[thewalleyehunter]

Looks real good......I like the way you utilized the front deck area.....is that chair going to be on a pedestal?

Thanks! I am going to pick up a couple of those post extensions soon.

 

[thewalleyehunter]

Looking good. N nice looking with the carpet

Thanks. It's actually pretty nice for what I paid for it......Menards on special $0.58 sq/ft. I paid around $70 for 6'x20' piece.

 

[thewalleyehunter]

Got some more stuff done yesterday, although it doesn't feel like much......this damn sinus infection has me moving slow as heck! I have to get some more screws for the hatch handles and I'm going to pick up one of those Minn Kota quick release brackets as well so I can bolt the trolling motor down. I also want to replace the thru hull that's below the waterline for the livewell fill. The fitting that was in before isn't approved for below waterline, so now I have to find a replacement that is........ :x

 

[fool4fish1226]

Sweat looking rig - nice work :beer: