On The Spot (Condos)

[TacoBender]

I've been asked to post a pic of the ones I build. Contact me if needed.

[fishordie]

Looks like a great crappie home. What depth will you drop it in? Catch um up

[TacoBender]

Depth dependes on the lake but I always put the on top of the drop.

[bttmline]

Are those steel plates on there and how is it connected to the block??

[TacoBender]

No those are pieces of plastic you can use any type of plastic. I drill a 1/2in. hole in the block then bend the rebar 90deg at about 4in. Then run the rebar through the block and add pipe.

[Lynda Jean]

HI TacoBender - the structure looks great and I am going to try and duplicate it. I am curious why your use the plastic sheets/plates though?

Is it to stop in some way, the piping from turning and thus, all aligning in the same direction?

I am sure there is great reason for it, but I am missing it.

Appreciate your help.

Thank you

[hogdawg]

I would guess it is for support of the other pipe. It would be more stable laying on the flat plate than laying on the round pipe.

[TacoBender]

Sorry I'm late to respond, yes it's to keep the pipe from turning and keep them aligned. The piece of pipe inbetween is for spacing so they're not all bunched together and allows the fish a place to hide under. The concrete block on the bottom has enough weight to keep these very stable and to stand upright. The plastic (plate) is screwed to both pieces of pipe, you can use any type of plastic. This type can be put together very easilly in the boat so you don't draw too much attention. Call me if I need to explain it's easier that way.

[dedawg1149]

nice condo

[onestumptomany]

I took a guide trip with TacoBender today on lake Pat Cleburne in Texas. We fished all day on these PVC condos and never lost a jig. We also had a livewell full of fish as his condos sure did hold fish. I recommend Scott as a very professional guide and instructor, besides being a nice guy.