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I have a 24v trolling motor on my 12'er, and will probably add a few 12v accessories (lights, radio, etc). I already have a 2-bank charger for the two 12v batteries I'll need to have wired in series. I don't have an electric starter to worry about, and I don't want to add a separate battery and...

I'm going to be repainting my aluminum boat exterior and interior (see link in my sig). I'd like to match the colors of my 1954 Mercury Mark 20 motor. From what I've seen Googling around, Dupli-Color DE1650 is a good match to the "Dull Aluminum" color, and Dupli-Color DE1644 is a good match to...

Please forgive my ignorance, I'm pretty new at the boat motor thing. I have 2 motors for my 12 foot tin, a 1954 Mercury Mark 20, and a 1982 Mercury 7.5. From what I've found, I should be using 50:1 for the 1982, but I'm uncertain about the Mark 20. My mechanic said 32:1. I found a doc on the web...

After looking through literally every build on the Link for Boat Modifications, I'm ready to start my build. Earlier this summer, after browsing the boat section of the local Craigslist, I spotted a boat with a unique look that was in my price range and should meet my needs. Checked it out and...

I want to add a seat to the front of my tin boat. I want the seat to mount to the front bench, and have the ability to swivel. During trailering I want to be able to fold the seat down, or remove it all together. When motoring, I'd prefer the ability to have the seat lock (no swivel). Finally...

My Lowe 1448T finally arrived after ordering it new from my local fishing shop. Ironically it was delayed due to the floods we had in June. As the name suggests, it's 14' long with a 48" bottom, 70" beam, and the tall transom. Also includes a livewell in the middle seat. I also got a used...