'84 Ranger 373v

This last January I traded two 10' Huckabee Dippin Sticks for this....

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After many hours of sweat equity and a total of about $850 ($500 for the used motor with a good lower unit), I'm about to be able to venture about in a rig that has modern electronics, a Herculiner floor and an overall satisfaction of being able to customize to my taste without worrying about much of anything. The rod holders are mainly for transport only and I plan to make some PVC holders to store rods upright when on the water. I didn't want rods/reels laying on the rough flooring getting scuffed with every little bump in the road. Thanks to Tom for a couple of electrical questions whilst pulling out my last tuft of hair.

The result of my sweat....

https://youtu.be/34EonqSp9uA

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Reaper .... I wouldn't let the guy that sold it to you, see it. He might beat you to death with those Huckabee rods :bash :Rofl

Seriously though, brother .... that "mess" turned into one fine looking fishing machine !! :HandsClapping GOOD FOR YOU !!

... cp :kewl

Click on the video link. I have a theme song.

I've done a few aluminum boat projects in the past. Had fun doing it. May try a fiberglass next.

Good job.

Man that looks great! You done a heck of a job bringin life back to her!

I bet you will get your money's worth out of it! Great job!

Really nice work!

Excellent job there reaper!

U Done Good , have had my 1985 Ranger 350 since 1985 garage kept and still Love it .RR

Great job Craig!