On 8/26/2016 at 0:01 PM, Canam13 said:

Tommy,

mind if I ask where you purchased the holders from and what brand/model? I want to install front & back in my BR also, nice job!

I forget the make but I got them at Dicks for $14.95. Over in the kayak section. I also made an extra gasket out of 1/4" thick rubber I picked up at the hardware store. So it would conform to the boats curvature a little better. Used marine sealant on the whole thing. 

What a great thread - read it from start to finish, and now cannot wait to make some modifications to my Bass Raider 10E.

Picked it up used (brand new  - sat in guy's garage collecting dust) with sealed trolling motor, life vests, paddle, and a few other assorted goodies for $500.00 Only hassle I had was getting it registered with the State of Nebraska. Ugh!

Now that is behind me, already have made a couple of trips and caught some nice ones.  Looking forward to some fall fishing. 

Really heavy

I finally finished my trailer for my 10e and I love not having to load and unload my boat by hand now. just back in and unload like a big boat and load the same way. I also put my upgraded boat seats on it also caught the bass boat seats on sale not long ago and got 2 of the nice real thick padded seats on it now also.

On ‎9‎/‎4‎/‎2016 at 8:51 PM, jeffo21 said:

I finally finished my trailer for my 10e and I love not having to load and unload my boat by hand now. just back in and unload like a big boat and load the same way. I also put my upgraded boat seats on it also caught the bass boat seats on sale not long ago and got 2 of the nice real thick padded seats on it now also.

I too have a trailer but find it very difficult to load onto the trailer like the big boys without an outboard.  I have my trolling motor mounted on the bow.  Only took me a once of forgetting to raise it as I rolled up on the trailer.  Now I find myself just beaching it near the ramp and pulling it up on the trailer with a rope.  Curious to know your loading procedure. 

 

I back in and run it up on the bunk boards and then winch it the rest of the way. it's easier for me with the motor on back.

Just got this, i got a question for you guys. What tackle storage bags/ boxes/ systems do you use for these small boats? 

1 hour ago, d-camarena said:

Just got this, i got a question for you guys. What tackle storage bags/ boxes/ systems do you use for these small boats? 

I've got the Basshound 9.4 and I just bring my soft side tackle bag that holds 6 totes and set it in the middle between the 2 seats. I can lay 3 to 4 rods on each side. And I can stand and cast/flip/pitch and run the trolling motor.

12 hours ago, Advantage said:

I've got the Basshound 9.4 and I just bring my soft side tackle bag that holds 6 totes and set it in the middle between the 2 seats. I can lay 3 to 4 rods on each side. And I can stand and cast/flip/pitch and run the trolling motor.

Thats a nice set up you have there. I have a old 1980's 8' basshunter and I use the same type bag/plano's as advantage,... mine takes 4 plano's and holds the essentials IE: pliers, sunglasses,scents, lineclippers etc.,.. But my boat I can take one of the seats away, and I put the bag under the seat i use.,..Seems like this tackle solution is just right

On Tuesday, May 03, 2011 at 8:21 AM, Midnight Splash2 said:

Hey BigDog

Get yourself one of these batteries to run your fish finder separate. This battery is so small it fits in the compartments on the top rail of the boat. I promise you it will keep your fish finder charged for WEEKS before you have to recharge it. You will also be able to get more time off your trolling motor without having the fish finder hooked to the same battery. This was a great buy for my Bass Raider.

http://store.humminbird.com/products/322329?product_id=1bc69a6425bfe786d569f9e9b9fef16e

Midnight, I couldn't find the battery your talking about, could you send a pic ?

Hey, I'm new this site. I just bought a Pelican 10E and was wanting to set it up with rod holders, fish finder, transducer, oar holders,  and looking for ideas on where to mount the these items. I am a visual person and would welcome advise and any pictures you might have of your setup !!

I would highly recommend that you review the previous 97 pages as there are some awesome pictures and descriptions of how to accomplish the modifications that you mentioned.  A  lot of additional ideas and comments that will be a big help to you.

14 hours ago, etex said:

I would highly recommend that you review the previous 97 pages as there are some awesome pictures and descriptions of how to accomplish the modifications that you mentioned.  A  lot of additional ideas and comments that will be a big help to you.

I second this. While there are a lot of posts to read, there are some outstanding ideas. Now that I have had my 10E for a month now, I plan on going back through all the posts again. Enjoy!

Bought A Shorelander jet ski trailer, 55 lb TM, and New padded camo seats fo my 10' pelican. I'm ready to hit the water soon, Lots of mods to do, but its been fun. I had a 30 lb motor but felt it wasn't powerful enough.

you will like the 55 TM Gary. I had a 36lb TM on mine and upgraded to a Minn Kota 50 and really like the way it moves my raider now.

 

since you guys have different boats than mine, Im wondering if you are now using both motors. I use 2 on my boat as I have the room for 2 batteries and can reach both motors from my single seat, as I can put the seat anywhere. With that said,.. its a godsend using 2 motors. If you can, try it.

Mod's I made to my 8' Sun Dolphin.  Has made it much more enjoyable to fish out of.  

have a Bass Baby with built in wheels , so I can launch it easily by myself .

 

 

21 hours ago, scaleface said:

have a Bass Baby with built in wheels , so I can launch it easily by myself .

 

 

sweet little rig Scaleface!

Hey y'all... Couple more additions to the BR.  Will put up pics ASAP but I just had to say this if you're on the fence....fishing without a rudder is **** show.  Burned half my battery just keeping the boat in place.  Went out today and I forgot it thinking I would just make do and I will never make that mistake again.  Light intermittent wind made it even worse.  Ya I know Spain...balance and distribute weight evenly blah blah blah....no.  Rudder means I can fish alone without a hassle!

 

Hey guys...Here are a couple more pics of the progress.  Installed the Garmin Striker 4DV and wired through the hull like the trolling motor.  I didnt like how the TM wires were always in the way so I mounted the FF wire from the outside of the boat...don't foresee any problems there.  Bought a tripod adapter mounting kit off amazon for 7 bucks and epoxied (sp?) the female end to my waterproof bluetooth speaker so it can be taken off for charging and transport.  Added another mount to the back just because.  Waterproof bag for the iphone.  Im trying a pull out drawer under my seat with plano boxes in it because my tackle backpack was too cumbersome.  Jury is still out.  Glued a couple magnets around the boat for tools/forceps.  Hung a few carabiners from the seat for nips and a fish rag.  Mounted the transducer on the TM which is up front with me .  Still workin on it but I love it so far.  

I am still debating just adding seat risers or mounting a pedestal seat....any insights.  Thanks!

On 9/28/2016 at 7:32 PM, nimbus2065 said:

Mod's I made to my 8' Sun Dolphin.  Has made it much more enjoyable to fish out of.  

Hey Nimbus...how does that gardening stake hold up?  Doesnt it get bent?

On 10/5/2016 at 8:55 PM, Vicdougle said:

Hey Nimbus...how does that gardening stake hold up?  Doesnt it get bent?

Its not as bad as you'd think. I usually only use it in 3' or less anything more yes it does bend but other then that its good I have a metal ring wrapped in electrical tape around it tied to the para cord seems to help with the flex as it floats up and down it.

On 10/5/2016 at 0:31 AM, Vicdougle said:

Hey guys...Here are a couple more pics of the progress.  Installed the Garmin Striker 4DV and wired through the hull like the trolling motor.  I didnt like how the TM wires were always in the way so I mounted the FF wire from the outside of the boat...don't foresee any problems there.  Bought a tripod adapter mounting kit off amazon for 7 bucks and epoxied (sp?) the female end to my waterproof bluetooth speaker so it can be taken off for charging and transport.  Added another mount to the back just because.  Waterproof bag for the iphone.  Im trying a pull out drawer under my seat with plano boxes in it because my tackle backpack was too cumbersome.  Jury is still out.  Glued a couple magnets around the boat for tools/forceps.  Hung a few carabiners from the seat for nips and a fish rag.  Mounted the transducer on the TM which is up front with me .  Still workin on it but I love it so far.  

I am still debating just adding seat risers or mounting a pedestal seat....any insights.  Thanks!

Awesome setup.  What kind of blue tooth speaker is that?  Go with the seat riser I had a pedestal seat mounted and didn't like it when my brother went out with me

On ‎9‎/‎8‎/‎2016 at 6:39 PM, d-camarena said:

Just got this, i got a question for you guys. What tackle storage bags/ boxes/ systems do you use for these small boats? 

I have the same setup only in green.  I wish I had the outboard like you though.  How does it run? As far as tackle bags, I just have a backpack with some plastic trays I take with me.  Usually 4 rods max for me.  Been meaning to add some rod straps to one of the sides to at least keep the rods off the ground.  You will love that bass hound!  I too can stand and flip easily with a partner standing as well.  Enjoy