Thanks for your comments. I did a lot of research on the Internet before I built it, but even then, there were a number of problems I had to resolve myself. Only time will tell if I got everything right.
Another interesting, practical video. It has kick started my imagination, whether I'll ever find room in our flat to make anything as ambitious I don't know.
Thanks for your comments William. A Seat Box project doesn't have to be this ambitious. I did another video on a less complicated Box last year. Here's the link: ruclips.net/video/BraTW_6K0fE/видео.html Hope it helps.
Thanks Adie. The beauty of this project is that it is adjustable to whatever suits the person making it. I have had one of my viewers make the box and use 3D Printed parts, which prompted me to buy a 3D Printer. I have now changed a lot of the accessories to 3D Printed versions myself.
Brilliant ive been looking for a footplate for my system box so easy i'll make one instead, also it has 20mm square legs which ive enough metal to make them 25mm round legs, but i'll cheat and pinch the legs of my diawa box as its too big and heavy for me know
Hi Den, i envy people like you who can do DIY stuff, me i'm absolutely useless at it. It is though another great video for those that are that way inclined to use your expertise as it were to build their own. Thank you.
Hi Den, great seat box and I would like to make one but can't find any 38mm x 25mm box with a 2mm wall thickness. Where did you get yours from please. Thanks
Hi. Thanks for your comments. I live in Australia these days, so we probably have slightly different sizes to the UK. The sizes aren't critical, so may I suggest you get something as close as possible.
Another great vid. I have being mulling over why you need a plate on the bottom of the foot plate as all the pressure is on the bolt at the rear and then legs at the front? Plus it would allow a quicker return time when folding?
Hi Phillip. Thanks for your comments. I could have had additional bars across the footplate instead of a flat plate, but as with all things, it was just my personal preference. Not sure what you mean by a quicker return time though?
@@FishingwithDen if the plate on the bottom was not there it could be lifted without the need to pull then lift. I know it is only a minor thing but I just have a bad habit of looking at ways to make things quicker. I am not always right mind? ;)
@@Offcut55 Hi Phillip. I see what you are getting at now. In fact the existing Footplate could easily be built without the need to slide the mechanism in. It's just a question of hinging it at the pivot point. This was one of the points I researched in some depth on the Internet. There are some cheap universal Footplates out there that do exactly that, but it seems there is a danger of the thing folding up when you stand on it. The sliding mechanism is designed to provide a locked base to the complete unit to prevent that. That is why other boxes with the folding footplate use the sliding mechanism too. I too am not always right mind! Lol. Tight Lines.
Hi Mark. I always used to use 1.6mm on my previous boxes. I only bought the 2mm this time because that was what was available. Having said that, a lot depends on how much you weigh, so I can't guarantee that it will work and 2mm will be substantially stronger, but 1.6mm would have been what I would have tried if it had been available. Worst Case, you might get a failure of the main crossmembers, that would have a cost implication, but if you test it early on, at least you could then buy a thicker length for the main loadbearing members. Sorry I couldn't be of more help mate.
Hi Den I enjoy watching your videos. Can I share with you how I make a cage feeder from ladies hair curlers, add the lead strip down the side add your thin wire or string. You have your feeder. I can send you a photo if you like. Mike
Hi Den. In the vidio you point out the alloy tubes ect. You mention 6 x outer legs and 6 inner legs!!! I can only see 6 legs in total on the frame. Am I misunderstanding. Please put me right. Thanks.
If you go to 2:45 in the video, you will see the 6 outer and 6 inner legs Jim. From 21:10, it shows you how to build the Inner Legs. I hope that clarifies things.
@@FishingwithDen Thanks Den. My mistake was I did not realize that the inner leg actually slides inside the outer leg. Got my Irish head around it now. Thanks for the reply
I got everything from a local Aluminium Supplier. The best thing for you is to search online a supplier in your area. Some of them will even have a pricelist on their website.
Hi Den. I like building things myself. Great self satisfaction. Is there any was you could send me a copy of your drawing so I could print off for myself. Thank you.
I did a quick reckoning Graham. It came to about £175 if you had to buy everything. However, I had some items in my garage so it was less than that for me. An interesting point to note is that you have to buy the aluminium in 6.5 metre sections where I am, so if you built 2 boxes, the cost of the second box would be very much lower. In my case, I am going to use the spare aluminium to make side trays, a Pole Spray Bar, an adjustable Rod Rest, Keepnet Holders and a Trolley/Platform system for longer walks. These will all be almost free, so the project becomes less costly. I will be posting up videos on these items over the coming weeks.
Personal preference Gerald. I like them at the back. Anyone who likes them at the front can have them that way if they prefer. This type of design can also be easily altered to make them side opening trays if you wish.
Hi den, I’m currently speaking to a local aluminium seller and I’m looking to buy all of the material at once and I don’t believe all of the listed items in the description are what I would need, could you please provide me with a list of everything If possible, in particular the footplate, I understand if not, thanks, callum.
Hi Callum. From your question above, I'm assuming you are only talking about the aluminium parts? There's not much I can think of for the aluminium frame other than some 3mm flat bar which I used to create the threaded parts which hold the outer legs together. There was also a 19mm x 19mm x 1.6mm square tube which separated the legs, but this was just from a piece I had left over from another project. The footplate was 1.6mm aluminium which I bought as an offcut from a very obliging seller. I assume you are talking to a proper supplier rather than buying from a DIY store, otherwise it will get very expensive. Having said that, if you just need a small piece of aluminium, the DIY store is a convenient place to go. I don't have a complete list of every item I used to make the box and accessories, but if you watch the videos, it will become clear what you need to buy. Unfortunately, I didn't have a complete shopping list from day one, but then a lot of what I decided to use only happened as I went along.
Fishing with Den Thankyou for the quick reply! Yes the supplier is a friend of mine, he was just going to cut the ally and send it over to save me the time so your measurements are really helpful, I have since watched the video and drawn up each piece with the correct dimensions it’s just the footplate I was struggling with but it was easy enough once I watched it a few times! I’ll keep In touch if I have any more questions! Thanks again
Thanks Elo. That's very kind of you, but I won't need them as I only do this as a hobby. If others want to make their own boxes based upon my ideas, that great, but I have no intention of making this into anything more. Hopefully, there is enough information in the video to enable others to build something for themselves.
Very nicely done Den, thank you for sharing!
To me it looks very proffesional. Very ingenius done.
Thanks for your comments. I did a lot of research on the Internet before I built it, but even then, there were a number of problems I had to resolve myself. Only time will tell if I got everything right.
Very handy. You'll have to take it for a test drive in an upcoming video.
That will happen soon John. I just have to build all the accessories and attachments first.
Another interesting, practical video. It has kick started my imagination, whether I'll ever find room in our flat to make anything as ambitious I don't know.
Thanks for your comments William. A Seat Box project doesn't have to be this ambitious. I did another video on a less complicated Box last year. Here's the link: ruclips.net/video/BraTW_6K0fE/видео.html Hope it helps.
The 25mil legs are key all accessories will fit nice one
As i'm watching - a suggestion for the foot pads - use a coach bolt upwards so rounded end is in contact with ground not a nut!
Thanks Adie. The beauty of this project is that it is adjustable to whatever suits the person making it. I have had one of my viewers make the box and use 3D Printed parts, which prompted me to buy a 3D Printer. I have now changed a lot of the accessories to 3D Printed versions myself.
Brilliant ive been looking for a footplate for my system box so easy i'll make one instead, also it has 20mm square legs which ive enough metal to make them 25mm round legs, but i'll cheat and pinch the legs of my diawa box as its too big and heavy for me know
and i can use all my 25mm attachments
Hi Den, i envy people like you who can do DIY stuff, me i'm absolutely useless at it. It is though another great video for those that are that way inclined to use your expertise as it were to build their own. Thank you.
Thanks for your comments Larry.
Very neat work. And done well and simply. Respect.What are the external dimensions of the Seat Box? Length, width and height?
Thanks Ralf. Your comments are much appreciated.
New subscriber here
Thanks Adie. Welcome aboard.😃👍
Hi Den, great seat box and I would like to make one but can't find any 38mm x 25mm box with a 2mm wall thickness. Where did you get yours from please. Thanks
Hi. Thanks for your comments. I live in Australia these days, so we probably have slightly different sizes to the UK. The sizes aren't critical, so may I suggest you get something as close as possible.
Another great vid. I have being mulling over why you need a plate on the bottom of the foot plate as all the pressure is on the bolt at the rear and then legs at the front? Plus it would allow a quicker return time when folding?
Hi Phillip. Thanks for your comments. I could have had additional bars across the footplate instead of a flat plate, but as with all things, it was just my personal preference. Not sure what you mean by a quicker return time though?
@@FishingwithDen if the plate on the bottom was not there it could be lifted without the need to pull then lift. I know it is only a minor thing but I just have a bad habit of looking at ways to make things quicker. I am not always right mind? ;)
@@Offcut55 Hi Phillip. I see what you are getting at now. In fact the existing Footplate could easily be built without the need to slide the mechanism in. It's just a question of hinging it at the pivot point. This was one of the points I researched in some depth on the Internet. There are some cheap universal Footplates out there that do exactly that, but it seems there is a danger of the thing folding up when you stand on it. The sliding mechanism is designed to provide a locked base to the complete unit to prevent that. That is why other boxes with the folding footplate use the sliding mechanism too. I too am not always right mind! Lol. Tight Lines.
Hi Den how long is the slots in the foot plate grate job I am going to make one for my son and me
Mine is approximately 100mm long Brett.
@@FishingwithDen thanks
Hi Den, I am planning on making your box myself, just wondering if you knew how many came in the pack of threaded inserts? As it doesn't say, thanks
Are you talking about the Rivnuts here Tom? If so, I think there may have been around 10, but I couldn't be sure.
Hey Den. I am struggling to get 2mm 38 x 25. Do you think 1.6mm would do?
Hi Mark. I always used to use 1.6mm on my previous boxes. I only bought the 2mm this time because that was what was available. Having said that, a lot depends on how much you weigh, so I can't guarantee that it will work and 2mm will be substantially stronger, but 1.6mm would have been what I would have tried if it had been available.
Worst Case, you might get a failure of the main crossmembers, that would have a cost implication, but if you test it early on, at least you could then buy a thicker length for the main loadbearing members. Sorry I couldn't be of more help mate.
@@FishingwithDen Thanks Den. I will give it a go.
Hi Den I enjoy watching your videos. Can I share with you how I make a cage feeder from ladies hair curlers, add the lead strip down the side add your thin wire or string. You have your feeder. I can send you a photo if you like. Mike
No worries Mike. My email address is fishingwithden@yahoo.com
Hi Den. In the vidio you point out the alloy tubes ect. You mention 6 x outer legs and 6 inner legs!!! I can only see 6 legs in total on the frame. Am I misunderstanding. Please put me right. Thanks.
If you go to 2:45 in the video, you will see the 6 outer and 6 inner legs Jim. From 21:10, it shows you how to build the Inner Legs. I hope that clarifies things.
@@FishingwithDen Thanks Den. My mistake was I did not realize that the inner leg actually slides inside the outer leg. Got my Irish head around it now. Thanks for the reply
Where did you get the Crossmember tube?
I got everything from a local Aluminium Supplier. The best thing for you is to search online a supplier in your area. Some of them will even have a pricelist on their website.
Hi Den. I like building things myself. Great self satisfaction. Is there any was you could send me a copy of your drawing so I could print off for myself. Thank you.
Sorry Jim. Once I had made the box I threw the drawing away.
How much would this cost you to do it yourself.
I did a quick reckoning Graham. It came to about £175 if you had to buy everything. However, I had some items in my garage so it was less than that for me. An interesting point to note is that you have to buy the aluminium in 6.5 metre sections where I am, so if you built 2 boxes, the cost of the second box would be very much lower.
In my case, I am going to use the spare aluminium to make side trays, a Pole Spray Bar, an adjustable Rod Rest, Keepnet Holders and a Trolley/Platform system for longer walks. These will all be almost free, so the project becomes less costly. I will be posting up videos on these items over the coming weeks.
@@FishingwithDen thanks
High how come your front draws are not in front on the same side as your foot plate or have I got that wrong lol
Personal preference Gerald. I like them at the back. Anyone who likes them at the front can have them that way if they prefer. This type of design can also be easily altered to make them side opening trays if you wish.
Hi den, I’m currently speaking to a local aluminium seller and I’m looking to buy all of the material at once and I don’t believe all of the listed items in the description are what I would need, could you please provide me with a list of everything If possible, in particular the footplate, I understand if not, thanks, callum.
Hi Callum. From your question above, I'm assuming you are only talking about the aluminium parts? There's not much I can think of for the aluminium frame other than some 3mm flat bar which I used to create the threaded parts which hold the outer legs together. There was also a 19mm x 19mm x 1.6mm square tube which separated the legs, but this was just from a piece I had left over from another project. The footplate was 1.6mm aluminium which I bought as an offcut from a very obliging seller.
I assume you are talking to a proper supplier rather than buying from a DIY store, otherwise it will get very expensive. Having said that, if you just need a small piece of aluminium, the DIY store is a convenient place to go.
I don't have a complete list of every item I used to make the box and accessories, but if you watch the videos, it will become clear what you need to buy. Unfortunately, I didn't have a complete shopping list from day one, but then a lot of what I decided to use only happened as I went along.
Fishing with Den Thankyou for the quick reply! Yes the supplier is a friend of mine, he was just going to cut the ally and send it over to save me the time so your measurements are really helpful, I have since watched the video and drawn up each piece with the correct dimensions it’s just the footplate I was struggling with but it was easy enough once I watched it a few times! I’ll keep In touch if I have any more questions! Thanks again
Just wondering, what country do u fish in??
New South Wales in Australia Harvey. I moved here 4 years ago.
Whats the freshwater fishing like there den?
Could you make me one den?
Den, i am an professional drafts man and i Know how to make technical drawrings if you want i can make the drawings for you...😁
Thanks Elo. That's very kind of you, but I won't need them as I only do this as a hobby. If others want to make their own boxes based upon my ideas, that great, but I have no intention of making this into anything more. Hopefully, there is enough information in the video to enable others to build something for themselves.
@@FishingwithDen i Will if I get the time in winter I could make the drawings and make them 'open source' to help others
@@FishingwithDen great video you made Den...