Author Topic: Frabill Flip-Over Shanty Mod (Read 32077 times)

SexiVexi28 · « **on:** Jan 23, 2015, 10:07 AM »

So, I took the plunge this year and overhauled my Frabill Trekker Flip-over Shanty. I basically made a wood frame, wrapped everything in aluminum, added a plywood top with marine carpet, seat/lids, magnet tray (for hooks, jigs, etc.), and cup-holders. I also installed waterproof LED's with a remote dimmer switch (SUPER CHEAP on ebay, around $6 total.) connected with an extra 12v battery I had laying around. I also added a Hyfax runner kit with a front and rear hitch assembly for towing multiple shanties.

I know you're asking, yes, its freakin heavy. The whole thing added 60lbs to my sled. This is not a problem towing behind a 4 wheeler or on bare ice, but it's definitely not the best for long walks or in the snow. It's a one piece, stand alone design, so it can be easily removed and dropped back place quickly.

Greg2ha · « **Reply #1 on:** Jan 23, 2015, 10:09 AM »

Awesome setup!

Gillhunter97 · « **Reply #2 on:** Jan 23, 2015, 10:12 AM »

Thats freaking awesome man!

AyrshireBoy · « **Reply #3 on:** Jan 23, 2015, 10:25 AM »

now that is impressive!!! good job!

ryoder · « **Reply #4 on:** Jan 23, 2015, 10:40 AM »

WOW! Great work man!

shake · « **Reply #5 on:** Jan 23, 2015, 10:56 AM »

wow....that is legit. Nice job!

Jigmup · « **Reply #6 on:** Jan 23, 2015, 11:15 AM »

dude...that's tight!

gaw · « **Reply #7 on:** Jan 23, 2015, 11:16 AM »

THAT IS A CADILLAC!

FishON!! · « **Reply #8 on:** Jan 23, 2015, 11:32 AM »

Best Shanty Ever! Now go buy that 4-wheeler we need......

Curt · « **Reply #9 on:** Jan 23, 2015, 12:29 PM »

That's slick. Nice work man.

jschragg · « **Reply #10 on:** Jan 23, 2015, 12:34 PM »

How much more weight did that add? howd you attach your carpet?

TType86 · « **Reply #11 on:** Jan 23, 2015, 02:50 PM »

Very nice! I wanted to make mine this nice, but needed to keep the weight down for my style of fishing so I used fiberglass. It does not look near as nice as this though.

SexiVexi28 · « **Reply #12 on:** Jan 23, 2015, 02:53 PM »

Hey jschragg, it ended up around 60 lbs. Just stapled the carpet to the plywood.

hardwater diehard · « **Reply #13 on:** Jan 23, 2015, 02:54 PM »

That is Squared Away ...my hat is off to you

water_walker · « **Reply #14 on:** Jan 23, 2015, 02:59 PM »

That thing is sweet! Nice job

Eye_Crosser86 · « **Reply #15 on:** Jan 23, 2015, 03:35 PM »

Wowwww, you thought of every available option on that thing, good job

wallin · « **Reply #16 on:** Jan 23, 2015, 05:07 PM »

Thats pretty sweet, congrats nice job.
If you get a chance the new seats are much lighter and could cut some of your weight down later.
Nice job.

Fishking83 · « **Reply #17 on:** Jan 23, 2015, 06:25 PM »

Looks awesome, enjoy pulling that on smooth ice as long as you can. Been smooth sailing walking on ice this year with almost no snow, last year I was walking through 15+" everywhere.

Broken_Lines · « **Reply #18 on:** Jan 23, 2015, 08:14 PM »

Very nice, looks like you'll fish in comfort all day in that thing.

river_scum · « **Reply #19 on:** Jan 24, 2015, 06:33 AM »

very nice job, love it!

DannyBoy74 · « **Reply #20 on:** Jan 24, 2015, 09:52 AM »

Today on Ice Shack Makeover SexiVexi28 proceeds to blow other mods out of the water with his tricked out shack. In all seriousness, that is some great handy work. Nice job.

camshaft962 · « **Reply #21 on:** Jan 25, 2015, 04:03 PM »

The looks of that makes me want to start a project on mine! Looks awesome bud

Da_Roc · « **Reply #22 on:** Jan 25, 2015, 05:07 PM »

Hi Gang!
Looks to heavy to haul. nice craftsmanship fun ideas for an ice shack.
Tight lines
Da-Roc

RoeBoat · « **Reply #23 on:** Jan 25, 2015, 05:23 PM »

You did an excellent job, great workmanship!

matzilla · « **Reply #24 on:** Feb 09, 2015, 08:10 PM »

That's some excellent fit and finish work man, very nice!

high_flags · « **Reply #25 on:** Feb 09, 2015, 08:18 PM »

Nice workmanship ........... ENJOY!!!

wax_worm · « **Reply #26 on:** Feb 09, 2015, 08:25 PM »

Awesome work.....I would be afraid to use it as it looks too nice.

hoosierdad · « **Reply #27 on:** Feb 09, 2015, 09:49 PM »

very nice

PoleCat · « **Reply #28 on:** Feb 10, 2015, 07:21 AM »

Looks nice, job well done.

Luckyowen98 · « **Reply #29 on:** Dec 05, 2017, 10:28 AM »

How can I view the pics? It's not letting me view them.

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Author Topic: Frabill Flip-Over Shanty Mod (Read 32077 times)