Shappell Bay Runner

[jbird68]

Who has the Shappell Bay runner?


I just bought one and am looking for ideas to add conveniences.


I've used it a couple times and realize it needs rod holders and coat hooks.


I've already installed LED strip lights and in the process of building a storage shelf underneath the electronics shelf.
I am also planning on making a removeable shelf to go above the electronic shelf to put my Eagle Claw Rod Case on.


Any and all ideas are welcome.


Oh, I already have a Smitty Sled built for it also.


Thanks, 

[fishinator]

I haven't done much to mine except I bolted a small piece of angle to my heater and put studs on my electronic shelf. I secure the heater with wing nuts. Stops it from falling and burning things when I move around.
  For rod holders I screwed 3" pieces of 1 1/2" pvc to the front of the shelf.
 

[Mac47]

This is my Shappell Bay Runner with Modifications

1) Auger Mount used 8" Folding Shelf Brackets and All Rite Products Pack Rack
2) Velcro attached to the door and outside using Gorilla Glue
3) Removed the front shelf and used it as a backrest for the bench.  Seat fold-able brackets
4) Center Console with 12v Rocker Switch Panel for lighting
5) Flooring Rubber added to protect the plastic floor also a front entry mat 2x3
6) Corner Tiedowns
7) Interior and Exterior lighting
8) Added 2 additional poles for extra support with hooks
9) Added an insulated top that attaches by Velcro
10) Rod holders

[jbird68]

Mac47,
Thanks for the post. I think I've watched your video a few times already. Got some good idea and I have started on a few of them.

[800stealth]

Not sure if you've seen my mod thread or not... It's an older thread from back when photobucket was much better, but all the stuff for the most part is there...
https://www.iceshanty.com/ice_fishing/index.php?topic=288977.0

[Mac47]

More details on the Front Shelf Construction with Electronics included:  12V 15A Heavy Duty Male to Male Cigarette Plug, 12V Rocker Switch Panel for RV Marine Car Truck, Shangyuan Marine Boat Lights, Yitamotor Bar Light 14inch 72w and LED 12inch Flex Light Gorilla Taped. 

[jbird68]

Here are my Shappell Bay Runner BR1000i modifications.