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Steve fly guy 04-11-2012 09:17 PM

Trick out pontoon boats
 
I recently bought an inflatable pontoon boat and was wondering what some of you seasoned anglers have done for customization.
pics welcomed...

Steve fly guy 04-11-2012 10:08 PM

I bought the OUTCAST Discovery, I have a 40 lbs minn kota and anchor rope. I thought about adding a swivel for the seat to better reach the trolling motor... but i will wait to see how the maiden voyage goes. I noticed the inconvience of the oar positions when not in use, I will look in to the $ store fix.

I have a Hummingbird 140c tube style fish finder and saw those " buddy straps" to strap it in. Worth while investment as it is great for ice fishing.

Great stuff to start with, thanks

bobalong 04-11-2012 11:03 PM

I mounted a sonar on a Ram system, Scotty anchor lock on the back and a couple of rod holders. Also put a swivel base on the seat.

goldscud 04-12-2012 12:28 PM

Lots of great ideas here:

http://www.badger.rchomepage.com/pontoon_boat.html

badger 04-12-2012 01:44 PM

I also have a Scadden frameless Renegade pontoon boat.

http://badger.rchomepage.com/renegade.html

Steve fly guy 04-12-2012 02:00 PM

Great stuff, it really helps to have a pic.

horsetrader 04-12-2012 03:27 PM

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Originally Posted by badger (Post 1390189)
I also have a Scadden frameless Renegade pontoon boat.

http://badger.rchomepage.com/renegade.html

I had pontoons but carrying two was a b....... went to float tubes but have a buggered up rotator cup so float tubes sit to low to cast with out damage but this unit looks ideal can I ask where you got your and a rough idea of price Thanks.

tallieho 04-12-2012 06:25 PM

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Originally Posted by badger (Post 1390189)
I also have a Scadden frameless Renegade pontoon boat.

http://badger.rchomepage.com/renegade.html

i have the same unit.they sent me there stripping basket along with the purchase.i got it direct from NF[no charge].it really isn't very functional[very big,cumbersome] one other factor that i considered was carrying cap.800lbs..no pontoon boat can carry that weight...i have seen alot of people pimp out there rigs t/mtrs.12volt batt's,finder's anchor,s etc.then they wunder why they are sluggish,.one thing that no one seems to add is a thether line,from you to the boat..seen a fair no. of guys lose there boats in the fast water,when there landing/handling a fish....take care out there...

fishunter 04-12-2012 09:22 PM

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I got it from whole sale sports for $800 . it has removable side bags a big fish and tool holder. 9 footer .I wouldn't want togo any smaller than that.
http://www.outdoorsmenforum.ca/attac...1&d=1334287062

Outcast 1100 04-13-2012 09:33 AM

lets see where to start, PAC800 outcast, upgraded seat to low back style you find on regular boats, seat swivel, humminbird dsi mounted on ram mount, the sonar i mounted underneath the seat so you can bring it up out of the water with ease and it up out of the way when not in use or in travel. scotty fly rod holder with a 90 degree attatchment,and with attatchments on both sides on the frame. minn kota 30lb thrust motor with weed stopper blade, rigged up a home made steering rod to the motor with a on off switch so you never need to reach back accept to shift gears, works sublime for trolling backwards and it looks so freakin awesome people ask me where i bought it from and its el cheapo to make. made a aluminum battery holder which goes right behind the seat leaving the back deck open for gear storage. and the last thing is a 12lb river anchor attatched to 50 feet of rope which is stored by wrapping it around two cleats that are attatched to the back deck. can take pics if you want to see.

JedFisher 04-13-2012 11:48 AM

Trick out pontoon
 
Awesome thread. I'd love to see the pics of the homemade steering wheel. You should get a patent. What type of battery are you guys using? Do I really need a car battery for a couple hours worth of power.

fishunter 04-13-2012 12:13 PM

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Originally Posted by JedFisher (Post 1391682)
Awesome thread. I'd love to see the pics of the homemade steering wheel. You should get a patent. What type of battery are you guys using? Do I really need a car battery for a couple hours worth of power.

A 12 volt deep cycle battery.

Steve fly guy 04-13-2012 12:29 PM

you can choise either 6v or 12v, advantages of 12v is that it will last longer and should push the toon around all day. I have heard of people getting wheel chair batteries, i haven't been there but check out " battery world," there are 3 locations in Edmonton. but definitly get a marine battery...

Outcast 1100 04-13-2012 02:20 PM

i will take a couple photos after work tonight and post it for you to see.

Outcast 1100 04-13-2012 08:09 PM

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Steve fly guy 04-13-2012 08:25 PM

SWEEEEEEEEEET float Outcast 1100!!! that's like the Rambo Edition for Trout, I like the steering outfit. Thanks for the pics, its nice to see what MY pontoon could aspire too, haha!

fishunter 04-13-2012 08:46 PM

I like the steering mackinisum. Gonna do that to mine too. cool thanks for posting the pics. :bad_boys_20:


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