Author Topic: Rover 1 Mods (Read 21104 times)

Greg2ha · « **on:** Jan 04, 2011, 09:44 PM »

Here are some of the mods i have done to my Flip-over....

Greg2ha · « **Reply #1 on:** Jan 04, 2011, 09:49 PM »

continue......

Greg2ha · « **Reply #2 on:** Jan 04, 2011, 09:52 PM »

Underseat storage
upgraded carpet (If anyone owns one you'll understand why)

Fold down seat(friend of mine is getting me a boat seat)
still waiting on LED's to come in mail

shwung79 · « **Reply #3 on:** Jan 04, 2011, 10:42 PM »

Greg2ha · « **Reply #4 on:** Jan 05, 2011, 04:40 AM »

Thanks. I ran out of time over the summer and never got to do any mods so that's why they are just now being done. I
already have started my list of to do's for this summer knowing that it will be nice to have everything finished in time for
the ice fishing season.

P Meyette · « **Reply #5 on:** Jan 05, 2011, 06:23 AM »

nice looking way to go

JesseG · « **Reply #6 on:** Jan 05, 2011, 06:26 AM »

Sweet Idea!

scavengerj · « **Reply #7 on:** Jan 05, 2011, 06:34 AM »

Nice mods! I like the storage idea. May want to figure out a way to keep it from slipping out if you have any rough drags down hills or through woods...just a thought.

With the seat, you may want to check how much weight it will be adding. I know some of the boat seats are a bit heavy. More then likely you'll be pleased with it though. One other thing you might want to consider, even if you end up keeping the old seat, is to add a swivel base to it.

Greg2ha · « **Reply #8 on:** Jan 05, 2011, 03:11 PM »

Quote from: scavengerj on Jan 05, 2011, 06:34 AM

Nice mods! I like the storage idea. May want to figure out a way to keep it from slipping out if you have any rough drags down hills or through woods...just a thought.

With the seat, you may want to check how much weight it will be adding. I know some of the boat seats are a bit heavy. More then likely you'll be pleased with it though. One other thing you might want to consider, even if you end up keeping the old seat, is to add a swivel base to it.

I thought the same thing about both too. The tackle tray has already slid out once moving it around in the garage.Not
sure but I'm thinking about a velcro strap in front. The seat I have is ok but I know the one my friends going to get me
will be bigger and more stout. I'm happy with it though for the little time I have in it.
Greg

willie1280 · « **Reply #9 on:** Jan 05, 2011, 09:35 PM »

To prevent slide out, how about a mini bungee cord? That way instead of having to remove it like a velcro strap, just pull it over and pull tackle out.... just an idea.

Greg2ha · « **Reply #10 on:** Jan 06, 2011, 04:42 AM »

Oh, that's a good idea.Stretch it across the front from rod to rod! Good idea!

scavengerj · « **Reply #11 on:** Jan 06, 2011, 05:27 AM »

Definitely a slick storage idea Greg. A bungee was the first thing that came to my mind also. Although your idea of the velcro might even be better. Play with both, minimal investment, and see which you prefer.

No doubt you'll luv the new seat!

Fishurman63 · « **Reply #12 on:** Jan 06, 2011, 06:58 AM »

WOW Greg what a great idea! Patent it my friend make a couple easy million bucks on this idea seriously! I was thinking along the lines of velcro straps.

openingact · « **Reply #13 on:** Jan 06, 2011, 10:13 AM »

I'm definitely going to try and make something like the tackle rack for my Wild1. Great Idea!

zman · « **Reply #14 on:** Jan 06, 2011, 01:30 PM »

Thanks for sharing, nice job on the pics.

Greg2ha · « **Reply #15 on:** Jan 06, 2011, 03:00 PM »

I wasn't sure how many people have the bench seat in their flip-overs compared to the 2 tubes that the chairs slide across. I also thought about completely removing the bench seat and making a sliding seat but I like having the sturdy
platform.

Greg2ha · « **Reply #16 on:** Jan 15, 2011, 03:15 PM »

Here is the light strip installed

Greg2ha · « **Reply #17 on:** Jan 15, 2011, 03:18 PM »

Hey I forgot to get some velcro, where's a good place to buy sticky back velcro? I thought maybe craft store or even Walmart.

Greg2ha · « **Reply #18 on:** Jan 30, 2011, 04:06 PM »

Finally got some velcro to finish project. I found what I needed at Menards. It measures 3/4 x 18" one of each media. My
only concern is that over time pulling on the tabs will loosen the tabs on the tackle box. With this in mind I will hot clue it
to box if it pulls away. My other thought was to run small bolt and double flat washers through the middle of it. If all this
fails I will result to good old fashion bungee cord across front.
Greg

Greg2ha · « **Reply #19 on:** May 22, 2011, 08:22 PM »

Finished most of my mods only little stuff left. Here is a pic of the runners I installed this evening. I could not find
these anywhere but ended up finding them at Franks Great Outdoors. $29.99 They installed fairly easy but if you
have a second set of hands around it helps with the tightening process.

surflizard · « **Reply #20 on:** May 23, 2011, 06:48 AM »

Sharp looking Mods Greg, I like the way you hid the wire in the frame tube !

P.S. We only have 184 more days till ice up !!

Greg2ha · « **Reply #21 on:** May 23, 2011, 04:13 PM »

Never soon enough! I got some strange looks from the neighbor when I had the shanty out in garage working on
it! I have a "to do" list and a "to buy" list. I have some of both lists complete so I guess that will save me time in
the Fall when I get my stuff out. Thanks again!

Greg

craigthor · « **Reply #22 on:** May 23, 2011, 05:44 PM »

Quote from: Greg2ha on May 23, 2011, 04:13 PM

Never soon enough! I got some strange looks from the neighbor when I had the shanty out in garage working on
it! I have a "to do" list and a "to buy" list. I have some of both lists complete so I guess that will save me time in
the Fall when I get my stuff out. Thanks again!
Greg

Not considered getting it out if you never put it away.

I've got my flip over in the room so I can tinker around with it here and there.

Craig

surflizard · « **Reply #23 on:** May 23, 2011, 06:02 PM »

I will set mine up for the neighbors, I like to keep em guessing ! I usually serenade em with the old Eskimo concerto in Wide Open B Flat at the same time !

Greg2ha · « **Reply #24 on:** May 23, 2011, 06:23 PM »

Let 'er rip Surflizard! What size hole you blast through with that unit? Looks like 8-10" range. I am currently
using my auger gas in my leaf blower.

surflizard · « **Reply #25 on:** May 23, 2011, 06:51 PM »

Thats the old 10" Shark, 1984 I believe ! I switched over to the amsoil Saber last year and between the new oil mix and Seafoam, All my small engines have "NEVER" run as good as they do now, I'm sold on that combo !!

craigthor · « **Reply #26 on:** May 23, 2011, 06:58 PM »

Quote from: surflizard on May 23, 2011, 06:51 PM

Thats the old 10" Shark, 1984 I believe ! I switched over to the amsoil Saber last year and between the new oil mix and Seafoam, All my small engines have "NEVER" run as good as they do now, I'm sold on that combo !!

What ratio of seafoam and amsoil are you running to your gas? I'm running 80:1 amsoil in my tanaka/ nils combo right now.

Craig

Greg2ha · « **Reply #27 on:** May 23, 2011, 07:07 PM »

What a beast! :clap:I have a 7" Lazer-Mag Express so when I saw yours I knew it was probably 8-10". My hand
auger is a 5" Lazer which usually works the early ice and the 7" takes care of the heavy stuff. You could pull
a hog through a 10" hole.

Raquettedacker · « **Reply #28 on:** May 23, 2011, 07:11 PM »

Great job on the mods...

surflizard · « **Reply #29 on:** May 23, 2011, 07:27 PM »

Quote from: craigthor on May 23, 2011, 06:58 PM

What ratio of seafoam and amsoil are you running to your gas? I'm running 80:1 amsoil in my tanaka/ nils combo right now.
Craig

about the same, 2 pillow packs to 11/2 gallons and 3 oz of Seafoam, I love it !

Quote from: Greg2ha on May 23, 2011, 07:07 PM

What a beast! :clap:I have a 7" Lazer-Mag Express so when I saw yours I knew it was probably 8-10". My hand
auger is a 5" Lazer which usually works the early ice and the 7" takes care of the heavy stuff. You could pull
a hog through a 10" hole.

I traded a 3 hour dock repair for the old girl, Best trade that I've ever made !

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