I recently bought this 1648 Bass Tracker that I would like to convert to a duck hunting rig.
This is the first boat I have owned and obviously the first project like this for me so I have lots of rookie questions.
I started by removing the rotted wood in the decking.
The foam in the middle looks good, but I assume I should replace the foam between the livewells and in the rear compartment. Any source for replacement foam?
What are the thoughts on material for replacing the floor? I like the idea of maintenance free (?) aluminum, but cost will be a factor. If I went with aluminum I am assuming one piece per area is probably better than piecing a floor together.
After reading dicussions on here it sounds like treated plywood is not a good option. Marine plywood is expensive but definitely less than aluminum.
I will probably keep the carpet that is attched to any aluminum- it seems to be in good shape. I was thinking Hydroturf for the flooring areas- any comments on Hydroturf vs. carpet?
This site was recommended to me by someone on another forum; there seems to be a wealth of onfo here. Thanks in advance for any comments and suggestions. I am certain I will have many more questions.
This is the first boat I have owned and obviously the first project like this for me so I have lots of rookie questions.
I started by removing the rotted wood in the decking.
The foam in the middle looks good, but I assume I should replace the foam between the livewells and in the rear compartment. Any source for replacement foam?
What are the thoughts on material for replacing the floor? I like the idea of maintenance free (?) aluminum, but cost will be a factor. If I went with aluminum I am assuming one piece per area is probably better than piecing a floor together.
After reading dicussions on here it sounds like treated plywood is not a good option. Marine plywood is expensive but definitely less than aluminum.
I will probably keep the carpet that is attched to any aluminum- it seems to be in good shape. I was thinking Hydroturf for the flooring areas- any comments on Hydroturf vs. carpet?
This site was recommended to me by someone on another forum; there seems to be a wealth of onfo here. Thanks in advance for any comments and suggestions. I am certain I will have many more questions.