Boat Deck Modification 14ft Aluminum Boat
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- Опубликовано: 19 сен 2024
- This is a video showing how I built a front deck on my 14ft sea nymph aluminum boat. It has made a world of difference while on the water and exponentially increased my storage space. Enjoy watching and please subscribe and comment below. Thanks!
looks great, probably would've sealed that ply before covering it with carpet though
Honestly one of the best Jon boat setups I've seen!
Jonah Kahm thanks! It fishes well too.
Pro tip: Use a counter sink or pre drill your holes to not split your 2x2.
I just got an old 14 foot Appleby Vee hull and I wanted you to know I got a ton of great ideas from your video! Thanks so much for sharing! The previous owner cobbled together a floor but he used plain 2 X 4's and plywood. The flooring and frame are already waterlogged and swelling. I am going to strip it down to the bare hull and redo it using redwood for framing and medium density overlay plywood for the floor. The plan is to waterproof all the wood with either oil based enamel or redwood stain. I like your hatches and rod rack and hope to incorporate them both in my boat. Thank you also for mentioning how you had to redo the hatches to allow for carpeting. Not everyone man's up to there mistakes. You did and told how you fixed the problem. And it looks great!
Thanks again for your ideas and video!
Thanks! Glad it helped. Sounds like a fun project you have going!
I have the same boat and I am changing my deck as well because of rot! I toyed with the idea of a front deck also but since I take it out off shore in the Atlantic I think it is probably better I stay low! But you did a great job! I like the carpet.
You sir are a genius, i passed on a 20' aluminum because it didnt have a deck, now i realize that i was dumb to do that lol
Great video! Love the job you did and the added radio idea... The pike, some of our favorite eating now that we know how to fillet them and have no more bones. Great flavor.
Nice Build. You've already got a flat bottom which makes your build quite easy. Most Deep V's don't have that. I would guess that I'll have to build that up first and then do the upper deck build.
With 2 X 2s, you HAVE TO pre-drill or you'll split the wood every time. One trick with cardboard, just do half a side a time. When done with both sides, tape them together when you're done. Its less hassle. With your hatches with your 3/4" cut, you also had to compensate for the hinges. Nonetheless, EXCELLENT job sir!
That looks real slick man! I just bought a 14ft as well. Now I have some great ideas. Thanks for posting 👍
nice setup. I'm gonna get a 2013 tracker guide v14 this comin weekend and will eventually do some sort of front castin deck as well. these little aluminum rigs are so customizable its great. I have had Boston Whalers, really nice ones but i'm goin back to a simple tin boat with a 9.9.
I have the same exact boat, thank you very much for this video! Helps me a lot
great video! wish i could do something like this to my boat! i always (somehow) mess up measurements when building projects happens! haha looks great though
Thanks! I'm sure you could pull it off. Just take your time with it. Measure twice cut once ;)
the boat you have is the one I will get soon great job
Really nice job! I am getting ready to do the same with my 14' Alumicraft. The only thing that I am considering is using 2x2 but pre-drilling the holes to avoid splitting. Also, I want to water proof the plywood with something? Anyways, how thick of plywood did you use for your deck?
Oh yeah, you just convinced be to put a stereo in also. Thanks for sharing this with us!
Very nice work..time hit lake in style
Very nice job
Nice job .
nice job!
Bill Spahr thanks!
Sweet boat dude
Thanks, man!
What length is the bow trolling motor?
looks nice , but i have ask will the boat even plan off on the water ? or do you just idle to where you are going with that much weight ?
totally gets off plane. Cruses at around 25 mph with just me in the boat. 15-18 with a second person.
I have a question. I have the same boat and I would like to do this also. My question is when standing on the deck is it tippy. Or do you just stand in the middle. When I sit in my boat and lean to the right the whole boat tips to the right
Cool boat man.
its look sharp !
Thanks!!
nice, very nice cuts!
Thanks!
What length is the bow mount trolling motor
nicely done...did you glue the carpet to the decking or just fold over the edges and staple?
I glued and stapled
How are the hinges holding up on the wood? Did you use 1/2 inch wood for the deck?
nice boat , do you know if the western aluminum boat are deeper then the sea nyph or vise versa?
Great job. I'm just about to complete my own project. Can you tell me how you installed the hinges on your hatches? Thanks!
I second this question- I am also curious to what hinges you used and how you were able to HIDE most of the material of the hinge- most all the lid hinges I've seen online are your standard 3" or 4" hinge that shows so much of the metal on TOP of the carpet.
Nice CLEAN boat you have there!
Hey guys, for installing the hinges just lay the lid of the hatch upside down at the edge of the opening oriented the same way it would open. The hinge to the INSIDE edges of the opening and lid. When you close the lid the plates of the hinges are inside the crease of the lid only exposing the round edge of the hinge. Use STAINLESS STEEL or ALUMINUM continuous hinges. I used stainless steel hinges from Lowe's. Hope that helps! Glad you enjoyed the video.
Looks nice. I've got a 1974 - 14 foot Sea Nymph and I was wondering how you did your floor? Thanks.
The floor was installed when i bought it. I just added the deck. thanks
The same thing happen to me when i put in my hatches ( ;
Great Video! I am looking for my first boat, mostly for me (5'10" 200lbs) and my 9 yr old son. Sometimes, my brother will be in there too, 5'8" 275 lbs. Will be fishing mostly small lakes/old strip pits at a private fishing and hunt club, but I also want to take it on a river, Fox River in IL, to get to spots that I have been unable to wade in the past.
Ironically, one of the boats I was looking at was the exact same Sea Nymph FM146 you modded out. I came across your video because I was wondering how to mod a deep V. I was originally looking at Flat Bottom Jons, but the Sea Nymph is in great condition and comes fully loaded at a great price.
My question is, how stable is your boat when you are on the deck and someone in the back? Any different than a 1448 Jon Boat? I was thinking of placing the height of the deck exactly where you placed your to line up with the side box, so NOT all the way to the top like yours. I was just curious how your mod effected the "center of gravity" when you fish from the raised deck.
The boat is super stable! I fish with 1-2 other people in the boat a lot and I feel very comfortable on the front deck. I think it is much more stable than a John boat with a deck.
One more question for you. I see a alot of people use the pvc pipes sticking up on the sides of the trailer, is that to help guide the boat unto the trailer? Any info would be great. Thanks again
Its most helpful while backing up the trailer when the boat is not on the trailer. My trailer is small enough that it disappears behind the truck when I’m backing back down to the ramp. The pipe are really helpful to see the trailer in that situation. Also helps with the boat, but that’s not the main reason. Hope that helps!
@@bluelineangler8450 Oh now that makes perfect sense. What size thickness did you use for your plywood decking? I am leaning on 1/2" because 3/4" seems to be to heavy. What did you use and how is it holding up? Thanks!
@@k.toddweaver6584 yeah, pretty sure it was 1/2. It’s holding up well. I would seal the plywood with something if I did it again. They make marine grade sealers, but even some heavy coats of paint would work. That being said, it’s held up great. No issues, but the wood does soak up some water in heavy rain, etc. I would just seal it with something to make sure if I were you.
Did you treat the wood so the water doesnt rot?
What model is you boat? I just bought a 1990 141fm, looking to do something similar to what you did here. I’m wondering about the stability of the boat when standing up front on that casting deck
Mine is a 1993 146 FM. It’s very stable on the front deck. Really no difference in stability between the main floor and the casting deck.
@@bluelineangler8450 ah gotcha. I think the 146 is a bit deeper than my 141
I'm thinking on getting a deep v boat 14ft...it's going to be holding about three adults. Would 14 be okay?
pre drilling prevents splits..
DrJ 303 , yes it does. But the 2x3's were just all around easier to work with, no doubt.
Do you have pictures of the seating arrangement I like to be able to have two seats and a deck
No seats on the front deck here. Just two seats in the middle of the boat. I stand the whole time I fish in the deck.
F***king awesome job!!!!
What type of wood for 2x3s
What is the weight capacity of your boat? I saw your comment of fishing with three guys.
3/4 treated plywood?
What thickness ply did you use mate?
How long did this take ? I have a 14’ taking the middle bench out. Similar design to yours.
I heard taking out the middle bench compromises the structure of the boat. Did you experience this issue?
About how long did this take to complete?
wingert3000 just a few evenings. I guess I have around 20 hours of work in it. But I was learning along the way.
Hey how did you go about attaching the lids for the compartments? The silver piece that allows it to open. Thanks
Chynna Harrington, they are stainless steel continuous hinges from Lowe's. Just cut to length and then they screw in just like a normal hinge. Make sure they are stainless or aluminum though, or they will rust fast..
If you’re thinking of decking an aluminum boat don’t use wood, pay a little more and use aluminum with rivets. After a while wood will eventually get saturated with water, swell, warp and rot. Aluminum will be lighter and last forever.
While i do agree with this, at the time did not have the ability or the money to build with aluminum. I've had this boat for 8 years now and the Deck is still in great shape! well worth the time and effort. If wood is what you have avilible, i'd still encorage folks to do the build.
did you treat the plywood with anything?
No i didn't. I should have. It's still holding up well after 3 years. But this does worry me...
Do you have the specs you built the deck too by chance?
What’s the beam width of the boat?
Was the weight of 2x4s etc. affect the ride, speed?
Not much. it dropped about 2mph on the top speed
Ok.have you smelled your carpet after fishing for awhile. And does it stink?
No issues there.
@@bluelineangler8450 I can't believe that with all the fish you catch and the blood and everything that the carpet doesn't stink like fish.i am in a boat project myself and considering painting my interior floors with the kilz rubber coat paint nonskid.
How wide is the boat
Why didn’t you seal the wood?
I should have. It's still holding up well but this does worry me...
Can I find someone to do it for me and what would be the cost
What size outboard do you have?
Joe Holland 25 hp merc
video on the back part?
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