How to Save Money on a Boat Bench Cooler Seat, Carolina Skiff J 14 Renovation

Look it up on Amazon and you'll find Boat bench seats in the neighborhood of $5-600. I did a little renovation with a simple cooler that looks great on the boat, doesn't have a back, but not sure it needs one. If you're looking to get waterproof storage, a battery compartment, or whatever else and want a cooler as a compartment, see what I did to offset the cost.

[@danielmitts39]

Glad to see cooler opening to the rear. Lost a lot of ice having it face the wrong way. Good Fishing!

[@outdoorheretic8232]

Ha ha, I may have learned the hard way

[@wadewhitley1916]

Prime time to be on the water!! Looking forward to a catch, clean, and cook out the new boat!

[@outdoorheretic8232]

Thanks for watching Wade, no the pressure will be on...to catch fish! LOL

[@ricknunez7134]

You know, Just an idea you could get a low voltage computer fan to pull heat out. Connect to battery with a switch to turn off and on. Your idea is amazing I did the same thing because of you. But with the fan :) Thanks for the money saving idea.

[@outdoorheretic8232]

lol, sounds awesome!

[@brownhanna2092]

Great info! I've been scratching my head for months trying to figure out how I could replace the old rotten bench seat in my J16 without spending an arm and a leg. Thanks!

[@outdoorheretic8232]

I had the same thing...the unique thing about the J Series, is they are great boats and super easy to renovate! I wish mine was a J 16, 14 is a bit small, but I may do another one.

[@40s9s3]

Need to caulk around boards again you have holes water can get in but will have a hard time escaping

[@outdoorheretic8232]

Thanks for the input, appreciate the help

[@glennmcleod4751]

GREAT IDEA....

[@JRMSweeps]

my god man