jaimeastin Posted January 2, 2020 Posted January 2, 2020 I guess I will finally start the deck extension. I will frame with aluminum, wood top, and build a bigger livewell. I will make it fully functional. Still thinking what to do with rod locker. 1 Quote
Bolar Posted January 3, 2020 Posted January 3, 2020 11 hours ago, jaimeastin said: I guess I will finally start the deck extension. I will frame with aluminum, wood top, and build a bigger livewell. I will make it fully functional. Still thinking what to do with rod locker. Nice Are you going to video your progress? Quote
jaimeastin Posted January 3, 2020 Posted January 3, 2020 5 hours ago, Bolar said: Nice Are you going to video your progress? Yes sir. Just trying to finalize a few details. Like the front storage... Maybe I will move two batteries up there and let the rear have more storage. The rods... I am thinking of hollowing out the tubes to make a mini rod locker. I do not want to get rid of too much leg space for me and passenger... but I am thinking that if extend the deck, to put another seat post up front. This way, someone can fish up on the bow with me... or at least in that space. Finally, how permenant… Do I want to make it something removing or permanent? Still drawing things out. But I should start the project soon. 2 Quote
SeriousBlack Posted January 3, 2020 Posted January 3, 2020 5 hours ago, jaimeastin said: Yes sir. Just trying to finalize a few details. Like the front storage... Maybe I will move two batteries up there and let the rear have more storage. The rods... I am thinking of hollowing out the tubes to make a mini rod locker. I do not want to get rid of too much leg space for me and passenger... but I am thinking that if extend the deck, to put another seat post up front. This way, someone can fish up on the bow with me... or at least in that space. Finally, how permenant… Do I want to make it something removing or permanent? Still drawing things out. But I should start the project soon. Awesome! Can't wait to see it! Quote
Bolar Posted January 4, 2020 Posted January 4, 2020 17 hours ago, jaimeastin said: Yes sir. Just trying to finalize a few details. Like the front storage... Maybe I will move two batteries up there and let the rear have more storage. The rods... I am thinking of hollowing out the tubes to make a mini rod locker. I do not want to get rid of too much leg space for me and passenger... but I am thinking that if extend the deck, to put another seat post up front. This way, someone can fish up on the bow with me... or at least in that space. Finally, how permenant… Do I want to make it something removing or permanent? Still drawing things out. But I should start the project soon. I don't know about getting someone else up front. I've fished three before and that was barely enough room with one on the back, one on the front and the third at the lower deck. I was up front, and to think back on it I'm amazed someone didn't get hooked that day. 1 Quote
jaimeastin Posted January 5, 2020 Posted January 5, 2020 On 1/4/2020 at 3:02 AM, Bolar said: I don't know about getting someone else up front. I've fished three before and that was barely enough room with one on the back, one on the front and the third at the lower deck. I was up front, and to think back on it I'm amazed someone didn't get hooked that day. I'm just thinking of making it easier for my wife and I both to jig for Crappie and bream. No line casting, just drop, jig, and pull up fish. For bass fishing and the like, will keep it the same. I might just take the livescope off of the trolling motor... Hmmm. Quote
jaimeastin Posted January 5, 2020 Posted January 5, 2020 Well... I was adding gas to my tank and I did not pour my tank over to make sure there was no water in the spout. I got maybe an ounce or so of water in the gas tank now... What do you all think will happen with this type of issued? I plan on using some type of water remover and of contemplate even just dumping that tank of gas and getting new gas... I did fish in the boat yesterday but didn't drive it much at all and was on the trolling motor. Quote
Super User J Francho Posted January 6, 2020 Super User Posted January 6, 2020 Probably not worth it keeping it, even for a lawnmower. or snowblower I bet a service station could dispose of it for you. I mean, it's not that much right, maybe $40 worth? 1 Quote
Bolar Posted January 6, 2020 Posted January 6, 2020 17 hours ago, jaimeastin said: Well... I was adding gas to my tank and I did not pour my tank over to make sure there was no water in the spout. I got maybe an ounce or so of water in the gas tank now... What do you all think will happen with this type of issued? I plan on using some type of water remover and of contemplate even just dumping that tank of gas and getting new gas... I did fish in the boat yesterday but didn't drive it much at all and was on the trolling motor. If you know your going out and can burn a tank of gas I would use it up. Bouncing of the boat should keep the water, an ounce, mixed up with the gas and should burn fine. If your like me and maybe burn two tanks a season then you might want to dispose of it. If the tank pick-up sucks up the bubble of water at the bottom, you might get into trouble once it gets to your engine. 1 Quote
jaimeastin Posted January 6, 2020 Posted January 6, 2020 5 hours ago, Bolar said: If you know your going out and can burn a tank of gas I would use it up. Bouncing of the boat should keep the water, an ounce, mixed up with the gas and should burn fine. If your like me and maybe burn two tanks a season then you might want to dispose of it. If the tank pick-up sucks up the bubble of water at the bottom, you might get into trouble once it gets to your engine. I ran it twice after I saw what happened... I will try to get rid of the gas. It is really just a little, but I don't want the engine having issues. Makes me want to open it up... I guess I will have to take it in for service one day just so we can make sure all is fine. it was really just a little, couldn't have been an ounce. 9 hours ago, J Francho said: Probably not worth it keeping it, even for a lawnmower. or snowblower I bet a service station could dispose of it for you. I mean, it's not that much right, maybe $40 worth? Yeah, I added 3 gallons. The tank is only 6 gallons. 1 Quote
jaimeastin Posted January 6, 2020 Posted January 6, 2020 Silly question... Do the 40HP outboards have a water separator? is that standard on all boats? Ignorant about this... I guess and scared too I might just buy a new tank until I can find a place to dump the gas. I will check with gas stations, but this is CA. I will probably have to find recycle location. I done want to salvage any gas, but want to clean the lines as best I can. I might even change the oil after all other work. Quote
Mw Michaelis Posted January 7, 2020 Posted January 7, 2020 water and fuel separator is the first thing I put on a boat. and to answer your question no it does not have one from the factory. 1 Quote
Super User J Francho Posted January 7, 2020 Super User Posted January 7, 2020 Water separator is usually an aftermarket option. I had one on my Xpress. I changed the filter every year. I think it was around $40-. 1 Quote
ratman Posted January 9, 2020 Posted January 9, 2020 Is there really a need to change the wiring for trolling motor if Iam changing to80lb 24 volt terrova?stock is 8 gauge Quote
jaimeastin Posted January 9, 2020 Posted January 9, 2020 15 hours ago, ratman said: Is there really a need to change the wiring for trolling motor if Iam changing to80lb 24 volt terrova?stock is 8 gauge I did not change my wiring when I went to a 65LBS 24v motor. I did a lot of research and was going to run new wire, but ultimately didn't. I did use a new male/female plug. The marinco that you insert and twist to lock. no issues with plug or wiring. I check things over now and then. If I move the batteries up front when I do my extended deck, then I will give it new wire. On 1/6/2020 at 7:56 PM, Mw Michaelis said: water and fuel separator is the first thing I put on a boat. and to answer your question no it does not have one from the factory. can you show me a picture of the install and what filter you used? I am looking at them... but do not know which one to get yet. Still researching. Will call my dealer later, but I want to install it myself. 1 1 Quote
Super User J Francho Posted January 9, 2020 Super User Posted January 9, 2020 If it helps, my filter was installed in the splashwell. 1 Quote
jaimeastin Posted January 10, 2020 Posted January 10, 2020 10 hours ago, J Francho said: If it helps, my filter was installed in the splashwell. Thanks. I purchased two of them online and they will be here tomorrow. I will see which one I want to install. Appears very easy and I will put mine in the splashwell too. I can't wait to get it one so I can take the boat out again. 2 Quote
Mw Michaelis Posted January 11, 2020 Posted January 11, 2020 Picture from my old boat I have bronchitis so I am not going outside lol. 1 Quote
jaimeastin Posted January 11, 2020 Posted January 11, 2020 Just finished my water separator addition. Very easy and inexpensive job... Wish I had did this day one 3 Quote
Bolar Posted January 11, 2020 Posted January 11, 2020 46 minutes ago, jaimeastin said: Just finished my water separator addition. Very easy and inexpensive job... Wish I had did this day one Just some self tappers holding it on? Quote
jaimeastin Posted January 11, 2020 Posted January 11, 2020 11 hours ago, Bolar said: Just some self tappers holding it on? I used 1" 1/4" 20 thread bolts. I tapped the holes to the bolts. I was going to use self tapers, but I didn't have any in the size I wanted to use. Love that filter has a drain. So, I can see if water is infact getting in later. I siphoned the old gas out. 1 Quote
ratman Posted January 11, 2020 Posted January 11, 2020 anyone know the size of the nuts under the bow that hold stock trolling motor Quote
jaimeastin Posted January 12, 2020 Posted January 12, 2020 5 hours ago, ratman said: anyone know the size of the nuts under the bow that hold stock trolling motor Yeah... 7/16 nut size. 1 Quote
tander Posted January 12, 2020 Posted January 12, 2020 On 1/10/2020 at 10:07 PM, jaimeastin said: Just finished my water separator addition. Very easy and inexpensive job... Wish I had did this day one What brand is that, I like the drain on the bottom. Did you order off the net or pick up local, where? Quote
jaimeastin Posted January 12, 2020 Posted January 12, 2020 On 1/12/2020 at 4:17 AM, tander said: What brand is that, I like the drain on the bottom. Did you order off the net or pick up local, where? Purchased on Amazon. $40. This kit came with the pugs and the nipples/barbs. Additionally, I purchase 3 hose clamps and a 3 foot gas line from the auto store. Will post a video later today. I thought I out a link in post Moeller Clear Site Water Separating Fuel Filter System for outboard Motors (3/8" NPT, Composite) https://amzn.to/36TY03M 2 Quote
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