mercman Posted August 11, 2012 Report Share Posted August 11, 2012 I have really experienced the need for a rear caasting deck in my boat when fishing with friends.The angler in the rear either stands in the bottom of the boat, or perches precariously on the side benches. So today, i took some measurements, made a quick materials list and headed out find what i needed.It was meant to be.Got to the lumber store, and they had 1 piece of 3/4 inch plywood 48 x 24 inches left in stock Went to the marine store and they had 1 seat post socket, and just enough Princecraft carpet left to do the job. Talk about my lucky day Here is the result. It is solidly installed, but easily removed if i want to reconfigure the seating. Took 3 hours from start to finish. Thanks for looking Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spincast Posted August 11, 2012 Report Share Posted August 11, 2012 nice job there Paul. Now you can give someone something to sit on when you kick 'em out of the bow gotta love it when a plan comes together Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pikeslayer Posted August 11, 2012 Report Share Posted August 11, 2012 Nice work Paul! Looks like somethin I need for the Sylvan. You think you could build one for sept? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike the Pike Posted August 11, 2012 Report Share Posted August 11, 2012 so who sits in the bow now me or you lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ketchenany Posted August 11, 2012 Report Share Posted August 11, 2012 Nice work. If you have no guest you can always remove the seat and mount the BBQ. A Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Live2fish85 Posted August 11, 2012 Report Share Posted August 11, 2012 Nice Work Paul. Thats a good setup. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spanky80 Posted August 11, 2012 Report Share Posted August 11, 2012 Nice job! Looks factory! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mercman Posted August 11, 2012 Author Report Share Posted August 11, 2012 so who sits in the bow now me or you lol Heads or Tails ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cowanjo Posted August 11, 2012 Report Share Posted August 11, 2012 Good work Paul - very good idea I see this being a project for me as well. I am sure the guys who fish with me at the back would applaud Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I'mHooked Posted August 11, 2012 Report Share Posted August 11, 2012 Good work Paul - very good idea I see this being a project for me as well. I am sure the guys who fish with me at the back would applaud Looks good Paul. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leecher Posted August 12, 2012 Report Share Posted August 12, 2012 Great job Paul Got to love it when a plan comes together Now you need to get that section slimed Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hooked! Posted August 12, 2012 Report Share Posted August 12, 2012 looks great! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Billy Bob Posted August 12, 2012 Report Share Posted August 12, 2012 Looks good Paul, and a boat we could use next month..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
motv8tr Posted August 13, 2012 Report Share Posted August 13, 2012 looks like a comfortable spot to fish from good job. Maureen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mike rousseau Posted August 13, 2012 Report Share Posted August 13, 2012 Nice facelift for the water wheels Paul.... That'll come in real handy... I've considered doing a similar set up to extend the front casting deck... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UglyBug Posted August 14, 2012 Report Share Posted August 14, 2012 Buy a real boat Paul and they already have the deck build for you... Nice work, another family talent. Rememebr dad use to say you want something done right do it yourself, followed by a getter done! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mike rousseau Posted August 14, 2012 Report Share Posted August 14, 2012 Buy a real boat Paul and they already have the deck build for you... Nice work, another family talent. Rememebr dad use to say you want something done right do it yourself, followed by a getter done! Not all of us want a 20 foot casting deck for a boat...Lol But some days it would be nice... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skeeter Posted August 14, 2012 Report Share Posted August 14, 2012 Looks good Paul, and a boat we could use next month..... X2 Buy a real boat Paul and they already have the deck build for you... Throw him from the boat. :sarcasm: I agree , really nice job Paul!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toad Hunter Posted August 15, 2012 Report Share Posted August 15, 2012 Looks good, plan on doing the same sort of thing for my tinny (only mount the deck in the front) in the late fall when I take the ol girl out for the winter. I also plan to hinge it somehow for PFD storage etc. Always nice to see people with as crazy thoughts as myself Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Handlebarz Posted August 15, 2012 Report Share Posted August 15, 2012 Great job paul im sure it will be put to good use Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mercman Posted August 15, 2012 Author Report Share Posted August 15, 2012 Looks good, plan on doing the same sort of thing for my tinny (only mount the deck in the front) in the late fall when I take the ol girl out for the winter. I also plan to hinge it somehow for PFD storage etc. Always nice to see people with as crazy thoughts as myself Its mounted for now, but i am already planning on hingeing mine too. Just waiting for that "EURIKA" moment, when i know exactly how i want to do it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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