Good work. You can still make that latch waterproof by making a wall in the channel on either side of the latch. This way any water in the channel will go to the lower spot (drain hole) instead of coming into the storage compartment.
Great job, I'm loving the videos. One thing to think about, everyone isn't one facebook or instagram. Anything that you put on those platforms, should be on here for those of us that follow you here.
Could you remove the hinge on the hatch and cut the vinyl off from behind the hinge on both sides? It may give enough clearance for a smoother opening. Either way, fantastic work!
My hachs frame sets on top of my carpet i cut 1/4 of the carpet out around the ruff opening so i could seal the frame to the deck used lexel sealant carpet wraped on the lids tho wasnt enough room to do the frame used 18oz carpet wich i shaved with clippers so lid would close
May be too late but use some of your silicone and run a bead around the relief you cut. After it dries build up the bead till it is as high as the original lip. Like a berm. If you ever read this please message me. I have questions.
Got same type hatches on my xpress i sealed mine when i put them in my boat all aluminum no wood in it any were just recarpeted it pluss deck extension all aluminum i ordered 5 hatchs for $75 off of a cajun bass boat just needed 2 of them but they were type i needed and cheap
Dumb question but what router bit did you use for the seat pedestal install? Going to attempt a new front casting deck in the next few weeks. Your videos have been so helpful.
Hi, great work... i am starting on my boat in a few weeks. Question, are you concerned that the seat pedistool may not have enough support since it is countersunk? That is a very thin layer of board that is actually supporting whoever is sitting on that seat.
Hi there I know it’s been a while since you put this video out but I hope you can tell me what I should use to adhere my non felt back marine vinyl to my marine plywood deck I can find marine adhesive glue for felt back vinyl but not for regular marine vinyl. What did you use and is it still holding strong ? Thanks
I wouldnt recommend what i used, it took forever to dry but most vinyl companies had their own adhesive i would start there… nautolex is the brand vinyl i used and at the time their adhesive was backorder so i chose something else i talked about it in one of the videos
question. I have a 2016 bass tracker 170 pro. It has the vinyl from the factory but I reallllly want to carpet it. How bad do you think our know it is, to remove that vinyl that currently in it? I feel like carpeting it would be a little worse that typical carpet jobs because I wouldn't have the old carpet to use as a stencil to trace and cut the new carpet.
You may run into clearance issues with compartments and panels, carpet is alot thicker than vinyl so it would depend on your gaps on everything from the factory. Other than that wouldnt be too difficult to change it over to carpet.
Buddy, your wood is too thin under the seat post! 3/8" ? Another layer of 1/2" underneath cut to fit between the aluminum stringers or an aluminum plate between & flush with the stringers would be better for big guys like us. (Actually I'm much bigger lol)
You did an awesome job on that boat.....it looks brand new!!!!
I was watching your EP12. Where you cut the Water trap. You can use a silicone or JB Weld puddy. To detour water.
Good work. You can still make that latch waterproof by making a wall in the channel on either side of the latch. This way any water in the channel will go to the lower spot (drain hole) instead of coming into the storage compartment.
Great job, I'm loving the videos. One thing to think about, everyone isn't one facebook or instagram. Anything that you put on those platforms, should be on here for those of us that follow you here.
I’ve been loving this series buddy. You are extremely gifted at this man!
Cant go wrong with those type hatchs
I think you could go to work for Tracker! Very impressive.
Nice job on boat. The crappie should be hitting here soon.👍
You have some great ideas. I appreciate you sharing your mistakes. Your workmanship is a little rough but you push thru and get it done.
Silicone lip around the hatch hardware. Looking good bud.
Wow I didn't think it would have gone this fast for you to complete it but man what an awesome job. Congrats man. 👍
Not completely done yet should have few more videos of finishing touches!
Great work!
That looks great!! I have a 95 pro 16 and am thinking about building a back deck similar to yours
Tig weld around that clearance area to make a damn.
Could you remove the hinge on the hatch and cut the vinyl off from behind the hinge on both sides? It may give enough clearance for a smoother opening. Either way, fantastic work!
My hachs frame sets on top of my carpet i cut 1/4 of the carpet out around the ruff opening so i could seal the frame to the deck used lexel sealant carpet wraped on the lids tho wasnt enough room to do the frame used 18oz carpet wich i shaved with clippers so lid would close
May be too late but use some of your silicone and run a bead around the relief you cut. After it dries build up the bead till it is as high as the original lip. Like a berm. If you ever read this please message me. I have questions.
Got same type hatches on my xpress i sealed mine when i put them in my boat all aluminum no wood in it any were just recarpeted it pluss deck extension all aluminum i ordered 5 hatchs for $75 off of a cajun bass boat just needed 2 of them but they were type i needed and cheap
I noticed your Iowa DNR sticker on the boat, what part of the State are you located? Great project btw!
Waterloo area
Your flood hatch not completely useless. Just take clear silicone and create a bead around about a 1/4: tall so the water does not go down the hole.
Another great video. Not going to lie though, I'm kind of bummed this series of videos is finishing up. I have really enjoyed every video.
Your good 👍
Dumb question but what router bit did you use for the seat pedestal install? Going to attempt a new front casting deck in the next few weeks. Your videos have been so helpful.
Just a half inch straight bit
What is the product name and color of the vinyl you used? Thank you.
Loving your build it looks fantastic what was the vinyl you used on the floor
Shark color from nautolex
Do you remember the cost and size of the hatch lid for the front deck
It was roughly $150 i sized it to fit between the support rails
Hi, great work... i am starting on my boat in a few weeks. Question, are you concerned that the seat pedistool may not have enough support since it is countersunk? That is a very thin layer of board that is actually supporting whoever is sitting on that seat.
There are aluminum cross supports right next to it, boat has been done for 2 years ive sat on it quite a bit with no issues
@@PUTEMDOWNProductions great hows the vinyl holding up? I am going with wine color vinyl for mine.
Still looks new
Hello , I like your videos . What type plywood you use for front deck. ? I m thinking about replacing mine ! Keep up the videos !! Thanks
AC2 3/4”
All the vinyl in your boat is the Shark color from nautolex or just the new front deck?
All of it
@@PUTEMDOWNProductions I was thinking the Storm Gray but after seeing the Shark I am sold!
Hello I was curious on what mil thickness the vinyl you used on this project thanks Dylan
It is nautolex they do not provide a thickness on the site that i can see
Could have spun the latch 180degrees the locking arm would have still been long enough to secure the lid and also gave you the clearance you needed
Tried that, it was hitting on the main body of the latch, just cut the hole too close to the edge darnit
Where did you get the bracket for front anchor lights? I have the same lights and want to put them on my boat when I get.
Amazon camera tripod quick release mounts
Thanks.
Hi there I know it’s been a while since you put this video out but I hope you can tell me what I should use to adhere my non felt back marine vinyl to my marine plywood deck I can find marine adhesive glue for felt back vinyl but not for regular marine vinyl. What did you use and is it still holding strong ? Thanks
I wouldnt recommend what i used, it took forever to dry but most vinyl companies had their own adhesive i would start there… nautolex is the brand vinyl i used and at the time their adhesive was backorder so i chose something else i talked about it in one of the videos
question. I have a 2016 bass tracker 170 pro. It has the vinyl from the factory but I reallllly want to carpet it. How bad do you think our know it is, to remove that vinyl that currently in it? I feel like carpeting it would be a little worse that typical carpet jobs because I wouldn't have the old carpet to use as a stencil to trace and cut the new carpet.
You may run into clearance issues with compartments and panels, carpet is alot thicker than vinyl so it would depend on your gaps on everything from the factory. Other than that wouldnt be too difficult to change it over to carpet.
You should just have flipped the hatch opener around.
Did you have room left on the front deck for a recessed foot tray?
Yes there is plenty of room
@@PUTEMDOWNProductions great, thank you.
Where did you get the hatch from I apologize if you already answered this question.
Fish on fabrications
where did you get your aluminum hatches made?
Fish on fabrications
how much material cost you
For everything? I never added it up
Buddy, your wood is too thin under the seat post! 3/8" ? Another layer of 1/2" underneath cut to fit between the aluminum stringers or an aluminum plate between & flush with the stringers would be better for big guys like us. (Actually I'm much bigger lol)
Its 5/8” plywood so far plenty strong
What flooring is that you layed on and where did you buy?
Vinyl from defendermarine.com