BassHunter Modifications

Capt. BassinLou · August 21, 2021, 02:36:37 PM

We're here working out of FD's workshop making several modifications to the BassHunter. So far we have the Scotty anchor mount done.

Next up is the Light Armor Light Base

Following that will be the Scotty transducer mount for the Fish Finder.

Stay tuned!!

Donald Garner · August 21, 2021, 03:06:40 PM

She's looking good there buddy. Tks for sharing the pictures with us.

Capt. BassinLou · August 21, 2021, 03:11:35 PM

FD is showcasing is attention to details.

Capt. BassinLou · August 21, 2021, 03:23:48 PM

Transducer mount is up next

Capt. BassinLou · August 21, 2021, 03:42:42 PM

Coming along. That mount isn't going ANYWHERE!!

Capt. BassinLou · August 21, 2021, 03:49:11 PM

Done for now.

Capt. BassinLou · August 21, 2021, 04:08:37 PM

15 lb anchor, and that mount doesn't even budge. I'm down sizing to a 10lb anchor.

Capt. BassinLou · August 21, 2021, 04:15:23 PM

Nice sleeve for the Yolo-tec light mount.

big g · August 21, 2021, 05:51:30 PM

Nice job guys. Looks like it's got the personal touch!

Capt. BassinLou · August 21, 2021, 05:55:21 PM

Quote from: big g on August 21, 2021, 05:51:30 PM
Nice job guys. Looks like it's got the personal touch!

Thanks George, all the credit goes to FD, and his creative skills. I was a good assistant.

big g · August 21, 2021, 06:00:25 PM

Quote from: Capt. BassinLou on August 21, 2021, 05:55:21 PM
Quote from: big g on August 21, 2021, 05:51:30 PM
Nice job guys. Looks like it's got the personal touch!
Thanks George, all the credit goes to FD, and his creative skills. I was a good assistant.

Always good to have friends in high places! Lol

Capt. BassinLou · August 21, 2021, 06:01:01 PM

Quote from: big g on August 21, 2021, 06:00:25 PM
Quote from: Capt. BassinLou on August 21, 2021, 05:55:21 PM
Quote from: big g on August 21, 2021, 05:51:30 PM
Nice job guys. Looks like it's got the personal touch!
Thanks George, all the credit goes to FD, and his creative skills. I was a good assistant.

Always good to have friends in high places! Lol

Capt. BassinLou · August 22, 2021, 04:00:56 PM

Last two items needed to complete the job will be a lithium TM battery and couple of components for the fish finder and the job will be complete!! The BassHunter, aka "USS Bathtub" is ready to take out charters!! Anyone interested and learning about the "Marshlands" Adventure Package look there ----> ARTI-FISH-IAL Entertainment Guide Svc

Capt. BassinLou · August 23, 2021, 01:56:45 PM

This Helix 5 is a great addition to the modification process.

Bassinkorea · August 23, 2021, 05:07:15 PM

Nice work there Lou and FD

Capt. BassinLou · August 26, 2021, 08:48:02 AM

Yolo-tec break in on the Basshunter tomorrow!!

FishaHallic · August 26, 2021, 06:06:57 PM

Looking good Lou, do it once and do it right and you won't have to do it again.

Smallie_Stalker · August 26, 2021, 06:45:10 PM

. USS Bathtub

Looking good Lou. You and Lee make a great team on and off the water!

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Capt. BassinLou · August 27, 2021, 04:18:16 AM

Quote from: Smallie_Stalker on August 26, 2021, 06:45:10 PM
. USS Bathtub

Looking good Lou. You and Lee make a great team on and off the water!

Sent from my One Plus 9 Pro 5G using Tapatalk

Yeah, that FD guy can be a funny guy sometimes.

Thanks Jim.

Capt. BassinLou · August 27, 2021, 04:19:31 AM

Quote from: FishaHallic on August 26, 2021, 06:06:57 PM
Looking good Lou, do it once and do it right and you won't have to do it again.

Thank you Dave. FD does great, clean work. I may hire him again. Maybe...

topdsm0138 · August 27, 2021, 05:00:36 AM

Coming along there nicely.

Capt. BassinLou · August 27, 2021, 11:54:40 AM

Quote from: topdsm0138 on August 27, 2021, 05:00:36 AM
Coming along there nicely.

Thanks!!

Capt. BassinLou · August 27, 2021, 11:55:35 AM

A major piece of this basshunter modification arrived today!! A 12 volt GyLL lithium TM battery.

I can't believe how light this battery is!!

Capt. BassinLou · September 06, 2021, 08:20:54 AM

Modifications update. So far I have been using 3 out of the 4 modifications. The Anchor mount, Yolo-tec mount, and Lithium battery upgrade. The only mod I have not used yet is the FF, transducer mount. I have not ordered the transducer.

Below are my observations of each modification:

- Anchor mount: Love it!! Easy to use, multiple mount positions, and the mount is removable, which is plus for me.

- Lithium battery: the 100ah GyLL lithium battery works great and the weight difference on the boat is huge!!

- Yolo-tec mount: Great having the ability of running an action camera all day off the TM battery. The thing I need to be careful with is being mindful of the power stick when its fully extended, and mounted with the camera. Meaning, due to the weight of the action camera on a long extended lever, excessive movement can be stressful on the mount itself, and I may run the risk of stripping the screws off the boat. 2 ways I can control for this is by not extended the power stick to its tallest setting, and carefully following the powerstick's dismounting instructions.

I'm very happy with the modifications, they are very practical and make my fishing experience a lot more enjoyable. Despite its a few more things I need to carry and be mindful of when I'm loading and unloading the boat, I don't mind it one bit.