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Jon and V Boat Conversions & Modifications
Ready to begin my build. Looking for a bit of advice.
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<blockquote data-quote="Foster0724" data-source="post: 449744" data-attributes="member: 22859"><p>I am ready to begin building out my 16 foot Polar Kraft. Here is my starting platform.</p><p>[ATTACH=full]96976[/ATTACH]</p><p>[ATTACH=full]96977[/ATTACH]</p><p>[ATTACH=full]96979[/ATTACH]</p><p></p><p>My plan is to:</p><p>1. Extend the front deck back 1 rib.</p><p>2. Cut out center section of center bench and have a seat/storage compartment on either side.</p><p>3. Add a deck to the rear bench</p><p>4. Add a floor.</p><p></p><p>I have already picked up a Minn Kota Maxxum 55 lb 42" 12v bow mount trolling motor. I am hoping the shaft is long enough. I have time to return it still if I need longer.</p><p></p><p>My questions are:</p><p>1. Should I do the decks or the floor first?</p><p>2. Should I remove the front deck and re-frame with support for a pedestal seat? I know I need to build the very front up for the trolling motor.</p><p>3. Should I use lumber or aluminum angle for the framing?</p><p></p><p>Any and all tips and advice is welcome.</p><p></p><p>Thank you</p><p>Shane</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Foster0724, post: 449744, member: 22859"] I am ready to begin building out my 16 foot Polar Kraft. Here is my starting platform. [ATTACH type="full" alt="boat1.JPG"]96976._xfImport[/ATTACH] [ATTACH type="full" alt="boat2.JPG"]96977._xfImport[/ATTACH] [ATTACH type="full" alt="boat3.JPG"]96979._xfImport[/ATTACH] My plan is to: 1. Extend the front deck back 1 rib. 2. Cut out center section of center bench and have a seat/storage compartment on either side. 3. Add a deck to the rear bench 4. Add a floor. I have already picked up a Minn Kota Maxxum 55 lb 42" 12v bow mount trolling motor. I am hoping the shaft is long enough. I have time to return it still if I need longer. My questions are: 1. Should I do the decks or the floor first? 2. Should I remove the front deck and re-frame with support for a pedestal seat? I know I need to build the very front up for the trolling motor. 3. Should I use lumber or aluminum angle for the framing? Any and all tips and advice is welcome. Thank you Shane [/QUOTE]
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