Alumacraft Waterfowler 15 Build

[hercload]

Picked up this boat from an old fisherman who wanted something else. $500 for the hull with trolling motor. No motor, more to come....

 

[hercload]

Picked up this boat from an old fisherman who wanted something else. $500 for the hull with trolling motor. No motor, more to come....

Boat didn't have a trailer, found one locally on Craigslist. $350

$850 into the rig so far.

 

[hercload]

Been shopping for a motor, new motors are ridiculous! Found a '75 Johnson 25 sitting in a guy's shed, hadn't run in 7 years. Motor was very, very clean. Have it at the mechanic now, waiting on a verdict.

Pic with motor hung.

 

[hercload]

$175 for the motor. $1025 in the rig so far.

 

[derekdiruz]

Those are the deals I die for. I love duck boats. just as much as I love duck hunting. I'm currently rebuilding my 14ft boat from a bass style boat to more of a duck friendly boat (all aluminum instead of wood). Don't use it other than transport, but still needs to take abuse from decoys and harsh weather. Good luck with your build!

 

[dwbiggs]

Got one myself.

 

[hercload]

I'm starting to order some parts for the boat to get started in the spring. Does anyone know a source for a LED replacement for these stock lights?

 

[user 21876]

Maybe this

Marine Interior 12v Led Black Courtesy Light for Boat, Caravan & Rv- Five Oceans BC-2313

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00FH7ZEOS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_3GhyybMFEH1W7

 

[awcarlisle01]

You did great finding that boat at that price. Most people where I live post a boat of that size and type in the $2,500 and up range! What's nice about your boat is you have options to do whatever you want and it look OEM from the dealer. Good luck!