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Nebraska => Ice Fishing Nebraska => Topic started by: GrabLifeByTheGills on Jul 29, 2014, 04:17 PM
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Let's see your ice shack mods
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Let's see yours ;) I know you've been doing a lot of work this off season. You got some real sweet ideas brother!
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I'll get some photos tomorrow if i remember. Got a hell of a setup I'm working on that will keep everything contained to one rig so i don't have to load and unload a bunch of crap between fish catching!
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Great mods. I also added a bunch of film led that was left over from a job. I also added some reflectix for insulation and otter pole holders.
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I built pole holders to clamp onto the frame of the hut. It just uses a 1" PVC 'T' screwed to a spring clamp. They worked great!
Also built a light setup that clips onto the top hoop of the frame, using broom handle clamps from the hardware store. For lights I used a pair of white LED driving lights, and a pair of blue ones that I found in my tool box, both on separate switches. The white ones are bright as hell, and the blue ones are almost like a black light. any things white florescent colored glows very bright. This worked great at night with orange rod tips, it kept the light down, but was bright enough to see the rod.
For storage I pulled the cargo net out of the truck of a used car, and hung it at the back of the hut. Works great for storing hat, gloves, coat, etc, and keeping it dry.
Not really a mod, but I had a warranty issue with out new Clam Yukon, and they replaced the cover with a thermal top cover for no extra charge. I haven't put it on yet though.
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I need some suggestions on how to mount my batteries for my lights they're just sliding around my shack now
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I need some suggestions on how to mount my batteries for my lights they're just sliding around my shack now
Honestly the easiest thing is the Clam battery bracket. I gave in and bought it after some of my failed attempts to make a good one. It's like $12 or something cheap.
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I built pole holders to clamp onto the frame of the hut. It just uses a 1" PVC 'T' screwed to a spring clamp. They worked great!
Also built a light setup that clips onto the top hoop of the frame, using broom handle clamps from the hardware store. For lights I used a pair of white LED driving lights, and a pair of blue ones that I found in my tool box, both on separate switches. The white ones are bright as hell, and the blue ones are almost like a black light. any things white florescent colored glows very bright. This worked great at night with orange rod tips, it kept the light down, but was bright enough to see the rod.
For storage I pulled the cargo net out of the truck of a used car, and hung it at the back of the hut. Works great for storing hat, gloves, coat, etc, and keeping it dry.
Not really a mod, but I had a warranty issue with out new Clam Yukon, and they replaced the cover with a thermal top cover for no extra charge. I haven't put it on yet though.
we built these for fishing the wall in port huron for salmon ,steel head,walleyes etc etc any how i may have to get some some c-clamps and build some for ice fishing in my portable. the jaws of the c-clamps have angle iron welded to them and i would have to have a lock able swivel made some way to swivel the tube. its just a idea here is a picture of the rod holders i made in action... these in the picture are a tad big for ice fishing but if i down sized them it would be awesome.. to like a 4 or 5 inch c-clamp instead of a 10 inch c-clamp. by the way great idea on the rod holder as you ycan see it got me thinking!
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I need some suggestions on how to mount my batteries for my lights they're just sliding around my shack now
Put mine in a plastic ammo box . Could use a C bracket(attached to the ammo box ) and have it hang from the front lip of your shelter
http://www.mechandelec.co.uk/_images/_images/l/1993-lbc200_200mm_haley_cable_tray_ceiling_brackets_1pack.jpg
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I need some suggestions on how to mount my batteries for my lights they're just sliding around my shack now
fiberglass project?? ask around and search around i am sure you can find fiber glass lid projects for the sled base on here... if you got a question on what i am talking about just ask..
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Put mine in a plastic ammo box . Could use a C bracket(attached to the ammo box ) and have it hang from the front lip of your shelter
http://www.mechandelec.co.uk/_images/_images/l/1993-lbc200_200mm_haley_cable_tray_ceiling_brackets_1pack.jpg
My dad took it a step further, and wired the battery to the box, including a 12v outlet, master switch, and a 3 LED lamp.
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I need some suggestions on how to mount my batteries for my lights they're just sliding around my shack now
how many batteries we talking? you could fab up a clam style battery bracket from some sheet goods if you got any ideas on what you want i have been wanting to by a pan brake for a long time the kind with removable fingers. you could custom make one for like 3 bats to 100 bats if that what you like to use or and could fit. the question i have is can you get the sheet goods to make it. i know lowes ,home depot and tractor supply company, carry diamond plate which could be fun to play with? then make a frabill recon max top out of card board to your specks of course then hardener it up with fiber glass resin and hardener mixture and apply fiber glass mat etc.. etc.. some people vacuum bag their fiber glass some don't i think vacuum bagging works the best. trying to find a eskimo wide one inferno this year or even a shappell bay runner. the fun part is going to be customizing it to what i want to do to them. i own a frabill recon i got to wait on doing cause i noticed it was a tad small and the skirt leaked a lot, breezy if you will when windy but that one is spoken for if i buy a new one lol's ...
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Okcableguy needs to chime in here. He's done a ton of work to his clam. Center console with cup holders and switches, lights all over the place. The thing must weigh 400lb by now. We're coming up with a way to attach our two huts back to back to share heat and pass schnapps back and forth easily.
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Clam makes a tunnel to conect 2 shacks
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It's called a trap link
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if you can not find a trap link that works mite want to try to contact a canvass repair or a canvas seamstress in your area. this is one in town that does canvas cover and will custom make you something.
as for the fiber glassing work i think he was the one i seen who did it ? not sure who ever it was did a great job on there sled! made me think about doing mine....
here is a link to a local canvas seamstress.
http://www.bevscanvascovers.com/
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Added a tool holder and swing out rod holder to my Fraybill Commando. Also the corner now works as a cup holder. a 12 oz can fits in the corner.
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Took a piece of plastic rain gutter (Menards has them free on rebate this week) and attached it to the side of my commando. Makes a nice rod caddy.
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I like both those ideas WWII ...I got to add the Frabill rod holder to my sled ...along with this bait shelf ..https://www.redrockstore.com/index.php/ice-fishing-accessories/mags-sidebaiter ... I use a planter window box for rods ...but like your gutter idea better
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The trap link is only for the old style huts where the entire back unzipped... Done a ton of homework on that one and its not made for our little doors they put on the new huts. SUCKS TOO! We've thought about doing a fabric boot but finding a way to attach that to the hut without removing the tent to get something sewn in is impossible!!
I know I need to get my pictures up here already. I build a double battery tray out of the cage from a portable halogen work light. little foam between them to keep them nice and snug and then screwed to the bottom side of my center console. Wires then run to my switch panel that operate the overhead lights and the foot lights for either side individually. I installed a 12v cigarette light plugin with 2 USB ports for charging phones and bluetooth speaker. Installed LED boat lighting to the side of the sled that points at your feet, then I ran 1 - 12" LED strip over your head on each side and 1 - 12" LED strip down the vertical pole pointed forward. Its just enough to see what you are doing but not so bright that you go blind. The switch panel allows you to on/off the overhead on either side and on/off the foot light on either side.
Behind the seats I ran a 2x4 long ways and then mounted a carpeted piece of plywood to the back plastic. on the bottom side of the lid i attached small pieces of velcro to hold my rods to the lid so they are safe and won't get broken. This also makes for nice (hate to say this word) "off season" storage as well. It sits flush with the top of the back plastic so there is plenty of room below it to still put my small shovel, hole scoop, sonar, and camera. There are 2 led strips back there on a switch as well to light up the rod holding area.
Last year I attached 2 pieces of 3' metal square tubing up under the lip of the hut pointed opposite of the rope end. Then I built 2 L shaped brackets with cradles on top and hold them in with quick pins. This serves as my auger rack so you don't have to get oil/gas on your seats or try to carry it and pull your sled around. This year i'm adding a cross bar to that so i can hang my 20# propane tank from it for my heater instead of having it roll around the inside of the hut.
I switched out the Clam Ass Numbing Seats with some nice fold down boat seats that mounted right to the swivel base like it was meant to be. I still need to attach a few clothes pins to some velcro strips to hang gloves over head where the heat rolls up from the heater so gloves stay toasty instead of in a storage pocket on a back or side wall where they just stay cold...
I'm sure I'm missing a few things but can't remember right now. As for weight, i've only added 5' of 2x4 and a 14" x 5' and 24" x 14" pieces of plywood and a few led lights and 2 small 12v 7ah batteries. everything else was there last year and i pulled it ok.
Oh yeah, I took an old tool belt apart and kept the belt and suspenders, then i tied a rope to the belt in the middle and tied that to the Yukon rope of the hut. I can pull the hut with my body now instead of pulling your arm out of the socket by dragging it by hand. by doing this i was able to get about 750# of human and 300# of gear attached to it like a train and drug everyone across the ice for a bit. LOVE THE HARNESS!!!
I'll get some pictures up soon as I finish all the wiring so everything lights up nice for photos....
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if you can not find a trap link that works mite want to try to contact a canvass repair or a canvas seamstress in your area. this is one in town that does canvas cover and will custom make you something.
as for the fiber glassing work i think he was the one i seen who did it ? not sure who ever it was did a great job on there sled! made me think about doing mine....
here is a link to a local canvas seamstress.
http://www.bevscanvascovers.com/
sorry buddy but i'm not taking my hut to Michigan to have someone sew on it LOL thanks for the link and the help though... Nebraska and Michigan are a ways apart though...
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sorry buddy but i'm not taking my hut to Michigan to have someone sew on it LOL thanks for the link and the help though... Nebraska and Michigan are a ways apart though...
that was just a example lol's i am sure some one in Nebraska does sew lol's.
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here are some of my on going mods i have been doing to a recon non dlx version "no door"i only paid about $120-130 it new about 6-8 years ago. has been so long i forgot any how here is the seat mod i am in the progress of finishing and the battery bank mite be 24 volt or i will go with smaller vex bats not sure yet but it does have the room for the two deep cycle as you can see in the pictures if need but will hate pulling them..
i will be most likely not using the deep cycle but running 6-8 vex bats mite be possible too. any how right in font of the seat will be switches for the over head lights, the fish finder, "it will be like the sonic ice hopper fish finder", the aerator, and maybe exterior lights ? then i got to wire it all etc ...
the heater i use is a sport cat 1500 btu catalytic heater i don't want to use my north star lantern in it cause it sucks all available oxygen out of air and puts co in which is not good to use in a one man. this is ware i will be buying some three watt spot flood light led lights. any how enjoy the picture hope i can do some progress this week just like every one else no time....
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I like the idea of a decent seat since MY ASS ;D is going to spend a good portion of the day in it ! :P Happy Trails! :)
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Fish-Kabob
http://www.ebay.com/itm/UPG-6-Pack-CSB-Battery-Of-America-GP1272-Replacement-Battery-12V-7Ah-/380925177391?pt=US_Rechargeable_Batteries&hash=item58b0e8ee2f
that's $15/battery shipped!!! you can't go wrong there! i got 2 shipped for $28. Ebay is God's gift to buying crap for other things and making them work in an ice hut for cheap!
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thanks for that link sir it is book marked here is another one i will be running one maybe tow of these in the shack too.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/1X-Light-Bar-4-18W-Flood-Spot-Motorcycle-LED-Work-ATV-Off-Road-Fog-Driving-Cree-/331174763174?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&hash=item4d1b8ddaa6&vxp=mtr
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Totally not worth it for that price. Look up "CREE LED 12V" you will crap yourself with a Cree led. Order a small one ahead and hook it up before you order to big of one. Cree led is the way to go when it comes to lighting like that. More bang for buck and same buck price. 10:1 brighter and can be ordered much much smaller!! You'll thank me, I guarantee it.
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Totally not worth it for that price. Look up "CREE LED 12V" you will **** yourself with a Cree led. Order a small one ahead and hook it up before you order to big of one. Cree led is the way to go when it comes to lighting like that. More bang for buck and same buck price. 10:1 brighter and can be ordered much much smaller!! You'll thank me, I guarantee it.
that is what i order is cree led's thanks for the advice was thinking the same thing was going to order a 5000 lumens one but went with a small one of about 1260 lumens. glad i did not order the 90 watt one now after seeing this video of two in action... there almost as bright as a hids just falls shorter also glad i did not get the 5 watt cree's too. i ended out with the 3 watt cree leds for 18 watts total. here is a video of them on a car and i got one were they drop them off buildings, run them over with cars, etc but this will give a light comparison what i wanted to know.
here is the one they drop them off buildings..
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Yes sir, just great lights!
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here is one i just thought of is a fly shack ice fly patch mine is 15 x15 inches square i got it at bigpapasportfishing.co mn it is a spoon devided for great lakes trolling spoons i am sure you can make your own or buy one pre-made if you like. any ways enjoy the photos..
here is a shot of it hanging in front of me. from the cross bar of the shanty.
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here is a shot of it on the side below the window of the shanty hanging form to cross bars. full of lures of course..
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here is what it look like not so close up by the way it has the two Velcro straps for attachment i am sure you could do the work for the button snaps attachments.
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link to big papa sportfishing .com
http://www.bigpapasportfishing.com/
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Ok, pictures would have been to much so instead I did a YouTube video...
Let me know if you got any questions...
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Okcableguy are you worried about the wiering being exposed under the center part or is it inclosed on the sides? I'm running one swith for 2 lights but picked up a multi switch and some adhesive led lights today just need some free time to install it all. Nice vid btw
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no sides, didn't want any more weight than needed and it would make for a complete PITA to clean out if it had sections... even the back 2x4 is mounted flush with the top so the bottom is still open.
I have the wires kept short and stapled where possible to prevent anything from catching. Once I'm completely done i'm planning to secure them with more staples and zipties as needed just haven't got there yet because we all know how that works when you make things neat as you go... you always wind up tearing it apart to tap in one more wire or something you forgot...
Only thing i wish i had done different but couldn't bring myself to do it on a rig less than a year old would be to drill holes in the tubes to run the wire down the inside so you don't have to worry about it being in the way when its all folded down. Just couldn't do that on this one.
One more mod I have coming is the hitch for the 3 wheeler to pull it when possible.
Glad you liked the video.
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I enjoyed your video, OK C.G. and the way that you lit up your flipover. You are definately the "Master of light"! @) Thanks.
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i did run my wireing inside the tubing on the bows had to drill 2 holes the first one was pinching the wires when folded down
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I've made some cheap little pole holders out of 1.5" pvc to mount on the lip of my sled. It's pretty simple and cheap to do with a pvc bushing, a bolt, some washers and a 45* or 90* pvc elbow. There's a guy that is selling the materials bunched together as 'ice rod holders' for around $20 on ebay. I found a center console floating in one of the lakes around me after ice out that I think I'm going to make a box to put it on and put some batteries/ rod holders/ etc on. Should be nice! Okcableguy does have a sweet rack made for his auger though ;p
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I enjoyed your video, OK C.G. and the way that you lit up your flipover. You are definately the "Master of light"! @) Thanks.
MASTER OF LIGHT............... you sir are not the first to speak of such great words LOL
Honestly, I'M A LIGHT FREAK!!! If you ever need help or looking for a good deal, let me know, I'd be glad to help however I possibly can!!
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Thanks, OK C.G. I may contact you about some lighting projects that I have. Happy trails ! :)
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Just rewired my lighting for my shack today figured out a better way than what I had so check out the YouTube vid
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with all of the zipper noises in the dark :o, I thought for a minute that we were watching a scene in the movie BLAZING SADDLES......... ;) Nice lighting though ! ;D
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Ill post some mods Ive made for sled, atv, trailer set up. But my best by far is painting the inside WHITE! Brightens everything up. Faster we can get on the ice and set up, the more fish to lie about! ;D
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What paint did you use since most paints have a hardening finish that would Crack when the material is folded...
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I believe its Krylon Fusion, made just for plastics. Cleaned well first with alcohol. Still scrapes and scratches from seats, misc. But less than $10 mod.
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But if you might be doing some sight-fishing, don't you want the inside as dark as possible?
Daryl B.
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But if you might be doing some sight-fishing, don't you want the inside as dark as possible?
Daryl B.
Believe he is referring to the interior of the sled ...clam has/had a sled either light gray or white ...seems like a neat and bright idea.
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I am also considering painting my sled white too wasn't sure about paint to use tho
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http://www.rustoleum.com/product-catalog/consumer-brands/specialty/paint-for-plastic-spray/
If I was to paint mine I'd consider the above
even better more colors
http://www.krylon.com/products/fusion-for-plastic/
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Yes sir, just great lights!
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So how long will the lights run on a small battery?
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been trying to get some snow camo for my shanties? any one know were to get a snow camo tarp? for like hunting in snow for goose hunting?
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On a side note for you guys adding batteries. You can buy the small 12 volt batteries like what flashers use at TSC. They are in the electric fence aisle and are same size with same tabs. Mount in your sled, put battery tender on between outings. These LED light now days dont use much powa. Save yourself a trip and or $ from buying at specialty shop. And my sled is a Calm flipover, so the floor doesn't really affect my vision if I were to look away from my flasher. If your are to paint though, do in the sun or warm garage. Not once its -10. ;D
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On a side note for you guys adding batteries. You can buy the small 12 volt batteries like what flashers use at TSC. They are in the electric fence aisle and are same size with same tabs. Mount in your sled, put battery tender on between outings. These LED light now days dont use much powa. Save yourself a trip and or $ from buying at specialty shop.
Thanks for the heads up! I need to grab 1 or 2 here soon. Do you remember what you paid?
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I believe around $20 a couple years ago. BPS has cheaper if your there, but if in the sticks an easy find. http://www.basspro.com/RedHead-Rechargeable-Batteries/product/49382/?cmCat=CROSSSELL_THUMBNAIL
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Finally got my power box wired up and clam light stick installed in my Nanook (with a lot of help from my good buddy GrabLifeByTheGills). I am planning on adding a second 12v battery to the box, another cigarette lighter port, and a couple more LEDs inside the sled, but it turned out way better than I had envisioned.
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I'm still waiting on my Otter rod holders and Engel bait cooler, but should be close to being ready for the ice!
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Looks good grizzlyhackle
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I haven't had in-field experience yet, but so far these Otter rod holders look like they are worth the price. They will keep my rods off of the ice, the arms adjust to any position, and hopefully they will be able to save a rod from going down the hole if left unattended for a short period of time...
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grizzly hackle is that a setter type dog ? kinda looks like a puppy English setter? i got a English setter and a Llewellin Setter the English setter we got form the humane society glad she did not get put down she is a wonderful dog full of life now still timed as can be but a good spark in my life the other is a Llewellin Setter we got from a breeder for hunting pheasant. any how we got another dog too from the humane society that is a cocker/poodle mix which is my sisters dog. any how was just curious about that pup any ways the rod holder look awesome been thinking of how to mount some in my one man for a while now..
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I haven't had in-field experience yet, but so far these Otter rod holders look like they are worth the price. They will keep my rods off of the ice, the arms adjust to any position, and hopefully they will be able to save a rod from going down the hole if left unattended for a short period of time...
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I may have to get the welder out ans build a couple of those
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Hey grizz those look nice who helped mount them for ya lol looks good bro
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grizzly hackle is that a setter type dog ? kinda looks like a puppy English setter? i got a English setter and a Llewellin Setter the English setter we got form the humane society glad she did not get put down she is a wonderful dog full of life now still timed as can be but a good spark in my life the other is a Llewellin Setter we got from a breeder for hunting pheasant. any how we got another dog too from the humane society that is a cocker/poodle mix which is my sisters dog. any how was just curious about that pup any ways the rod holder look awesome been thinking of how to mount some in my one man for a while now..
Haha I didn't realize she was in the pic - she is a Springer, I have 2 females. I have always wanted a setter though if I was going to get a pointer. Very glad your dog didnt have to get put down, one of the worst pains I have ever felt.
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I may have to get the welder out ans build a couple of those
Man, I wish I knew how to weld!
Hey grizz those look nice who helped mount them for ya lol looks good bro
You know my ice brother ;)
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setter are good dog so are spaniels like the springers we use to have cocker spaniels when i was a kid that got put down cause of old age/ health. that was the reason we pick up the English setter so she did not get put down she was on her last legs when they found here living out side owner neglect.lost a eye some were down the way? weather it was from living in the woods or some one shot her with a bb gun or the net the dog catcher uses etc.. etc... we don't know how she lost the eye. then the county worker for the humane society said she would never be a normal dog again or act like a normal dog. boy were they wrong she is very affectionate to me and the rest of my family great dog none the less... that why they call them mans best friend and vise versa... by the way your dogs look well cared for and loved thanks for sharing the photo....
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When I was a kid my Dad always had English Setters for pets, field trials, and hunting. They were the some of the best and gentlest dogs we've ever had, you didn't even need a leash with them because they'd walk right next to you and if you stopped they'd sit right next to you and wait for you to start walking. They were the best, when I wasn't outside with them they'd lay on the floor and watch tv with me and more times than not be my pillow.
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I built a battery box with digital volt meter, USB's, and 12v posts to attach leads to. Added LED tape to both by Kodiac and Explorer. Great light. Two otter rod holders in each. Reflectix in both but might reduce to ceiling only. When folded up it takes 2/3 the sled space. Looks and works great.
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If I can come across an old 8 foot bed liner I would like to make a floor for my clam summit shelter, I picked up a fan light combo last year after the ice season was over hope it works to help with the condensation that we get once in a while
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Version 1.0
(http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj85/jthod/IMAG0787_zps3aa0afb1.jpg)
Needs a little refining, going to make another with a couple updates.
For those that have built storage lockers into their huts, under seat storage, rod lock boxes, etc...how much weight did it add?
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Version 1.0
For those that have built storage lockers into their huts, under seat storage, rod lock boxes, etc...how much weight did it add?
version 1.0 look awesome none the less as for under seat storage try fiber glass some one a while ago took and laid out in card board. they used tape to hold it to gather till they took the liquid resin or fiber glass resin found at wally worlds every ware then use the fiber glass stranded chop mat to thicken it up after the first layer dries then just carpet it when done if you search you will find the exact thread awesome idea if you ask me! and so is version 1.0!
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Version 1.0
(http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj85/jthod/IMAG0787_zps3aa0afb1.jpg)
Needs a little refining, going to make another with a couple updates.
Lookin' super good man!!
For those that have built storage lockers into their huts, under seat storage, rod lock boxes, etc...how much weight did it add?
http://www.iceshanty.com/ice_fishing/index.php?topic=244095.0
I think the guy said it weighed 9-10 lbs when finished
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Lookin' super good man!!
http://www.iceshanty.com/ice_fishing/index.php?topic=244095.0
I think the guy said it weighed 9-10 lbs when finished
thank you sir i am glad you found it that is a awesome idea for sure!
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I love tricking out my ice sleds! Got a new otter cottage ordered so looking forward to some fabrication time on it. My fav rod holders are otters but liking the looks of jthods design! Very nice! I'll post some pics after I get it tricked out
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Version 1.0
(http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj85/jthod/IMAG0787_zps3aa0afb1.jpg)
Needs a little refining, going to make another with a couple updates.
For those that have built storage lockers into their huts, under seat storage, rod lock boxes, etc...how much weight did it add?
Look great. Nice addition.
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Visualizing with cardboard:
(http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj85/jthod/IMAG0791_zpsca81c4da.jpg)
Started framing. Will do some weigh reducing when I get the frame together, shaving a bit off that 2x4 mainly.
(http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj85/jthod/IMAG0793_zpsa4109c53.jpg)
The two panels the seats attach to hinge open towad the center of the hut, and the center will hinge toward the rear. The center will hold the battery, switches, and cup holders. Under seat storage should hold all the cooking gear and heater/stove on one side, leaving the other for rope, anchors, auger gas, etc.
The back will either be single or double doors the open toward the front, and will be big enough the hold the rod cases, and everything else.
I plan on getting some outdoor carpet to cover everything this weekend
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Started carpeting tonight.
(http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj85/jthod/IMAG0803_zps5415f7f1.jpg)
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looking good jthod im thinking about doing something similar to my quickflip 2. im also upgrading the tub on mine to a otter sport the original tub has took quite the beating. looking forward to seeing it finished.
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Started carpeting tonight.
(http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj85/jthod/IMAG0803_zps5415f7f1.jpg)
that is a awesome set up is it meant to slide back and forth? or is it steady mounted? thinking of doing the same to mine .. that's why i asked? just trying to think about it ahead of time. of why it was meant to slide under seat storage?etc... etc.. by the way awesome job on it so far...
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Jthod will the seats be in the way when you open up the doors underneath them? Looks great any thing to make your time on the ice more enjoyable. I found out that I have a few holes in the bottem of my sled anyone got any suggestions on how to fix it without buying a new tub? Thinking maybe white flex seal then adding hyfax to it.
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The seats are mounted to the original swivels, and are held to lids with a aluminum rail that they slide in.
All the way slid apart:
(http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj85/jthod/IMAG0811_zps0eb8102e.jpg)
Slid together:
(http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj85/jthod/IMAG0810_zpsf44a7343.jpg)
Folded down into a bench, room for three:
(http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj85/jthod/IMAG0809_zps3b3123e2.jpg)
Carpet finished on one door:
(http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj85/jthod/IMAG0812_zps095e5d87.jpg)
One concern I have is the hight of the seats. They are about 2" lower they were originally. I wanted them lower, but it may be a bit too low. Should be an easy fix if they are anyways.
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Jthod will the seats be in the way when you open up the doors underneath them? Looks great any thing to make your time on the ice more enjoyable. I found out that I have a few holes in the bottem of my sled anyone got any suggestions on how to fix it without buying a new tub? Thinking maybe white flex seal then adding hyfax to it.
sem paint systems and i think 3m make a plastic bumper repair kit it sold in a calk tube that mixes together threw mixing tips all you do is rough up the area then squeeze it on the area let harden up and sand smooth if you want to sand it smooth the thicker you leave it the better off it will be.. i think the calk gun the tube of caulk and the tip are around $100 but is the best repair you could ever do... if you know any one in a high school or college auto body shop they should be able to do it for you cheap... i found the stuff sold at tcpglobal.com so search around also painter supply here in michigan has it too... there maybe different places around you ?? or plastic welding?? i will see if tcp has it i will post it for you..
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This is the stuff. I am sure there is other brand and cheaper so look around. If your in college or high school there should be a automotive department that can help you out? this is the list of stuff you need to do it if your still in high school or at college the auto motive service class should be able to help you out...
http://www.tcpglobal.com/MMM-4240_2.html?sc=114&category=1932005#.VDzNn2ddWSo
http://www.tcpglobal.com/MMM-8571.html#.VDzOuWddWSo
http://www.tcpglobal.com/MMM-8193.html#.VDzO_WddWSo
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The seats are mounted to the original swivels, and are held to lids with a aluminum rail that they slide in.
All the way slid apart:
(http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj85/jthod/IMAG0811_zps0eb8102e.jpg)
Slid together:
(http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj85/jthod/IMAG0810_zpsf44a7343.jpg)
Folded down into a bench, room for three:
(http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj85/jthod/IMAG0809_zps3b3123e2.jpg)
Carpet finished on one door:
(http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj85/jthod/IMAG0812_zps095e5d87.jpg)
One concern I have is the hight of the seats. They are about 2" lower they were originally. I wanted them lower, but it may be a bit too low. Should be an easy fix if they are anyways.
Great mods. The seat to bench is a great idea.
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My dad likes napping, and I like to cook for everyone, so making the most of the space was important.
Got it mostly done tonight. Have lights, cup holders, and a few other things to do yet.
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(http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj85/jthod/IMAG0815_zps2b4d9817.jpg)
(http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj85/jthod/IMAG0816_zps158cd7b0.jpg)
(http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj85/jthod/IMAG0820_zpse5f71c5d.jpg)
(http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj85/jthod/IMAG0821_zps724e2fb2.jpg)
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looks good glad to see the finished product. id say you will enjoy it much better with being organized
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Fabrication nation bro! Turned out awesome jthod, looks very clean and professional!
I am always trying to do a better job at organizing....but once the bite turns on, it seems like crap is all over the place and not there when I need it
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Thanks for all the thumbs up, I'm really pleased with how it came out. now I just need some ice!
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I need some suggestions on how to mount my batteries for my lights they're just sliding around my shack now
Com'on art. Just get the battery tray. Only way to go , got one in both huts
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I figured it out used a ammo can and mounted my switches to the box I'm ready to hit the hard water
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Building>buying.
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Where did you buy the switch panel from?
Finally got my power box wired up and clam light stick installed in my Nanook (with a lot of help from my good buddy GrabLifeByTheGills). I am planning on adding a second 12v battery to the box, another cigarette lighter port, and a couple more LEDs inside the sled, but it turned out way better than I had envisioned.
(http://i1310.photobucket.com/albums/s644/trevor464/powerbox_zps1b5ef1ba.jpg) (http://s1310.photobucket.com/user/trevor464/media/powerbox_zps1b5ef1ba.jpg.html)
(http://i1310.photobucket.com/albums/s644/trevor464/shantylight_zps1958e897.jpg) (http://s1310.photobucket.com/user/trevor464/media/shantylight_zps1958e897.jpg.html)
I'm still waiting on my Otter rod holders and Engel bait cooler, but should be close to being ready for the ice!
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There are a lot cheaper routes, but I got mine from Cabelas:
http://www.cabelas.com/product/Blue-Sea-Systems-Waterproof-Switch-Panel/1874309.uts?Ntk=AllProducts&searchPath=%2Fcatalog%2Fsearch.cmd%3Fform_state%3DsearchForm%26N%3D0%26fsch%3Dtrue%26Ntk%3DAllProducts%26Ntt%3Dswitches%26WTz_l%3DHeader%253BSearch-All%2BProducts%26x%3D0%26y%3D0&Ntt=switches&WTz_l=Header%3BSearch-All+Products
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Getting close on the center compartment. I'm going to stop where I'm at until I get the lights and I can configure the wiring and switches into the smaller removable lid.
(http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj85/jthod/IMAG0856_zps25453d19.jpg) (http://s270.photobucket.com/user/jthod/media/IMAG0856_zps25453d19.jpg.html)
(http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj85/jthod/IMAG0855_zps0ea4fba9.jpg) (http://s270.photobucket.com/user/jthod/media/IMAG0855_zps0ea4fba9.jpg.html)
(http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj85/jthod/IMAG0857_zps42df8cca.jpg) (http://s270.photobucket.com/user/jthod/media/IMAG0857_zps42df8cca.jpg.html)
I don't know that I will always have three batteries, but they are the same as my Vex and my MarCum Camera, so it will be nice to have at least one spare.
I ordered 2 36" white LED strips and 2 36" UV blacklight strips, along with a few flush mount lighted LED switches.
links:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/231234288662?_trksid=p2060778.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT
http://www.ebay.com/itm/281454899158?_trksid=p2060778.m2749.l2649&var=580493146193&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT
http://www.ebay.com/itm/271590898082?_trksid=p2060778.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT
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Joe, how much weight have you added to your hut? Looks great and I can't wait to fish out of it.
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Jthod what did you use for your seat slides? How did you attach the frame to the sled? Wonder if you used screws that the tub would support and not wear bigger hole.
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Got my otter cottage, first mod done....rubber mat.(http://i637.photobucket.com/albums/uu96/rynolueck/Mobile%20Uploads/Cgosms_2014-10-2406-04-53_zpsytq942ej.jpg) (http://s637.photobucket.com/user/rynolueck/media/Mobile%20Uploads/Cgosms_2014-10-2406-04-53_zpsytq942ej.jpg.html)
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mike, I added about 15-20 lbs.
Jthod what did you use for your seat slides? How did you attach the frame to the sled? Wonder if you used screws that the tub would support and not wear bigger hole.
The slides are made from a chunk of aluminum I found at the scrap yard. It had a nice groove on it that the swivel base that bolts to the seal slides in tightly but smoothly.
The frame is not attached to the sled. It just sits on the lip that is 4-5" from the top of the tub, then there is a support in the center piece between the seats that sits on the floor of the tub.
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(http://i62.tinypic.com/2rnfmsz.jpg)
(http://i57.tinypic.com/8ywb9u.jpg)
Glad I'm not the only one who can't wait for ice. My son and I picked up a couple of Nanook Thermals and since we fish out of different shacks we decided to use the extra seat brackets and make sliding consoles out of them. With some old PVC pipe and a few cutting boards I managed to gain some organization for just a few bucks and some time. Plus it added very little weight to the sled as well. Praying for some early ice now to try em out!
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Nice console. I cant wait for ice ether. :thumbsup: :icefish: :icefish:
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Thanks for the info and great mods guys. Can't wait for the ice.
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Got to work on the lights.
2-36" White LED strips
1-36" UV LED strip
UV light only:
(http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj85/jthod/IMAG0928_zps3df3cf5c.jpg) (http://s270.photobucket.com/user/jthod/media/IMAG0928_zps3df3cf5c.jpg.html)
Tickle stick with just the UV light on. I painted the tip on all my rods white, then put a coat of florescent green so they are very visible, without putting a lot of light down the hole, or casting shadows.
(http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj85/jthod/IMAG0867_zps6402cacd.jpg) (http://s270.photobucket.com/user/jthod/media/IMAG0867_zps6402cacd.jpg.html)
The small lighted ring in the bottom of the pic is the switch. It lights up when the switch is on.
Both white LED's on:
(http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj85/jthod/IMAG0927_zps14b5dbab.jpg) (http://s270.photobucket.com/user/jthod/media/IMAG0927_zps14b5dbab.jpg.html)
Switch panel:
(http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj85/jthod/IMAG0926_zpsa57364f8.jpg) (http://s270.photobucket.com/user/jthod/media/IMAG0926_zpsa57364f8.jpg.html)
(http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj85/jthod/IMAG0925_zps23dd1238.jpg) (http://s270.photobucket.com/user/jthod/media/IMAG0925_zps23dd1238.jpg.html)
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(http://i72.photobucket.com/albums/i175/dckallhoff/fb2fc5c9-9303-4694-a6c6-fb32a4ec5226_zpsb98cf123.jpg) (http://s72.photobucket.com/user/dckallhoff/media/fb2fc5c9-9303-4694-a6c6-fb32a4ec5226_zpsb98cf123.jpg.html)
Added a tool holder and swing out rod holder to my Fraybill Commando. Also the corner now works as a cup holder. a 12 oz can fits in the corner.
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(http://i72.photobucket.com/albums/i175/dckallhoff/fb2fc5c9-9303-4694-a6c6-fb32a4ec5226_zpsb98cf123.jpg) (http://s72.photobucket.com/user/dckallhoff/media/fb2fc5c9-9303-4694-a6c6-fb32a4ec5226_zpsb98cf123.jpg.html)
Added a tool holder and swing out rod holder to my Fraybill Commando. Also the corner now works as a cup holder. a 12 oz can fits in the corner.
sir u don't mind me asking we're u got ur tool holders. Thanks
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Looks to me like he went out to the shop got out the welder and custom made them.
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I need some suggestions on how to mount my batteries for my lights they're just sliding around my shack now
if you are still in need or want another idea. I went the route of buying an ammo box and making the power box type setup that many guys do. This way I can add a phone charger to keep my ipad charged when using the Marcum PanCam. Just another idea for you.