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Neil Dettwiler
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Registrace 21. 03. 2011
Intex Mariner 4 Custom Bass Boat Solo Fishing - mistakes were made!
On 7/26/2020, I finally take my Intex Mariner 4 out for a morning of fishing, after having not used it for 20 months. In order to make the boat transportable in my sedan, I cut the one-piece wood floor in two, and this was the boat's first use since. I was able to move the boat by myself thanks to my new wheeled solution.
My unfamiliarity with my old boat was evident as I made a few mistakes during the preparation for the trip, which caused me to not be able to use my fishfinder, and to use my trolling motor in an unusual way.
What started out as a calm, windless morning quickly changed as the wind picked up and made fishing along the banks challenging.
My unfamiliarity with my old boat was evident as I made a few mistakes during the preparation for the trip, which caused me to not be able to use my fishfinder, and to use my trolling motor in an unusual way.
What started out as a calm, windless morning quickly changed as the wind picked up and made fishing along the banks challenging.
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Ned Rig Bass Fishing from Inflatable Pontoon - 19 fish caught on same lure! Plus 1 bonus 20th fish!
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On an early Friday morning in June 2020, I hit the east end of our neighborhood lake, next to the golf course. A great spot for bigger bass is next to and under the golf cart bridge used by the golfers, but this spot is directly in play for one of the golf holes; tee shots go right over this spot. But if you get there early enough, before the golfers make their way through the course to get to ...
Testing Floating Camera Mount
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I learned how to make this floating camera mount via CZcams channel Fishin N Stuff. Make sure you check out Keith's channel, because it has more great ideas like this. This is some footage from my first time using the mount, on a fairly calm night on the lake.
Our neighborhood pond was drained, but does it still have fish in it?
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In April 2020, the pond near our neighborhood clubhouse, tennis courts, and pool was drained and dredged to remove silt and sediment from the bottom. Two months later, on a windy day, I tried to see if any fish remained. I had been told that the pond was completely drained, and I would be wasting my time fishing there. Using the wind as an aid, I cast across the pond into the shadows near the t...
Inflatable Pontoon Bass Fishing: 19 Fish on 1 Lure
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Went out for a few hours on a beautiful Saturday morning in June, and caught 19 fish, all on the same lure - a Z-Man Turbo Crawz in Green Pumpkin, Texas-rigged with a 1/16 ounce bullet weight. I also lost a few fish that were able to throw the lure while I messed with the camera. Also, I finally got to test a DIY pontoon dolly that I made, so I can assemble and configure my boat in the parking ...
Inflatable pontoon fishing - one dozen largemouth on a Tuesday after work
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Had perfect weather for after-work fishing, and was on the water by 5:15pm or so. Caught four largemouth bass right away, fishing a Ned Rig using a Z-Man TRD Crawz on a 1/16oz mushroom head jig. Continued catching bass on that setup until one swallowed the hook and I had to cut the line in order to make the hook removal easier. Not wanting to spend time re-tying a new fluorocarbon leader to my ...
14" bass caught on $15 spinning combo
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This is for the folks considering the spinning combo deal I posted on slickdeals.net. On this evening, the bail spring in my 5'6" Daiwa Samurai X Spinning Combo broke, and I had to use my back-up combo - my daughter's 6'0" Daiwa Lady Samurai X Spinning Combo. I caught this 14" largemouth bass on that combo, using a Strike King Rage Tail Craw soft plastic lure. You can see how the medium light p...
Windy morning, post-storm, will the bass bite today?
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After a stormy night, I waited for the weather to clear and got out for 3 hours of bass fishing on a Saturday morning. Had to quit just before noon to get home and watch the championship parade for the St. Louis Blues, 2019 Stanley Cup Champions! The weather was ominous-looking at first, but the clouds cleared not long after I was on the water. Caught 14 bass today. That's 49 fish on the year s...
DIY Transducer Mount for Inflatable Pontoon Boat
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The plate for my DIY transducer mount snapped while I was demonstrating it on a boat ramp after fishing one afternoon, so I needed to repair it. In this video, I give a close-up look at the inexpensive DIY way to use a cutting board, a piece of PVC pipe, and some nuts & bolts to make a transducer mount for the side of an inflatable pontoon. I like how this version stays out of my way (away from...
June 2019 - Pre-tournament fishing
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Took the day off work, and went out for 4 hours in the early morning to fish and scout locations for a fishing contest the next day. Caught 19 largemouth bass and one bluegill. Next day, went out and won the contest - 5 best bass weighed 8.6 pounds.
DIY Pulse Width Modulator PWM (Digital Maximizer) for Trolling Motor Control
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This is a description of how I made a PWM speed controller for my trolling motor. I use this on my Fishcat Streamer XL-IR pontoon boat, and on my Intex Mariner 4 boat. I love the precise speed control it gives me, especially for trolling at a certain speed, or for keeping myself positioned near a bank while fishing. The greatest benefit for me is how this device enables my hands-free steering o...
Intex Mariner 4 Bass Boat Modifications
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Showing some enhancements made to my Mariner 4. Facebook photo album, with helpful captions on each photo: media/set/?set=oa.1201059723376363&type=3
Another July night full of largemouth bass
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Had another good night of fishing on the evening of July 11, 2018. The first fish shown measured over 16". The last two fish were caught simultaneously on a double fluke rig. The larger of the two was measured over 17".
Good Night for Largemouth Bass
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July 2nd, 2018 - these were my first four fish of the night. Two were caught trolling, and the other two working a shoreline.
Cinco de Mayo 2018 LMB Catch
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Caught an even dozen LMB on May 5th, 2018. This one was the best of the bunch. Caught on a Z-Man TRD on a mushroom jig head (Ned rig).
Personal Pontoon Hands-Free Steering: Success!
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Personal Pontoon Hands-Free Steering: Success!
Personal Best Largemouth Bass 2.17.2017
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Personal Best Largemouth Bass 2.17.2017
First week of Fall 2016 - Largemouth bass bite on Z-Man Finesse WormZ
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First week of Fall 2016 - Largemouth bass bite on Z-Man Finesse WormZ
Costco collapsible storage crate for personal pontoon gear
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Costco collapsible storage crate for personal pontoon gear
Custom rear storage tray for Outcast Fishcat Streamer XL-IR personal pontoon boat
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Custom rear storage tray for Outcast Fishcat Streamer XL-IR personal pontoon boat
PVC-based customizations to my Outcast Fishcat Streamer XL-IR inflatable pontoon boat
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PVC-based customizations to my Outcast Fishcat Streamer XL-IR inflatable pontoon boat
Custom mount for Humminbird Fishin Buddy fish finder
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Custom mount for Humminbird Fishin Buddy fish finder
How I transport my inflatable pontoon boat
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How I transport my inflatable pontoon boat
Thanks for sharing looking at new inflatables trying to decide what mods to make
Thinking about getting a trolley motor for my Fish cat 10 foot pontoon boat what do you recommend how fast does your boat go ? Will a 55 Thrust Go Way faster than a 30 ? Thank you
My first was a 30lb thrust, and it was plenty for an 8' pontoon. I "upgraded" to a 34lb thrust so I could get the 36" shaft length. Speed is of no importance to me. I like the lower power motors because they are less draining on the battery, and they weigh less. And they are less expensive. 55lb thrust on an inflatable pontoon is overkill. Think smaller and lighter. Maybe see if you can borrow a trolling motor and see how well it pushes your 10 footer.
De que medida la y el tubo de pvc para instalarle el riel para accesorios
1" PVC pipe for the rails
interesting choice of material, how did it work out?
Very well, thanks!
Hey, can you remember the thickness of your plywood floor please in mm? Looks like you didn't use the slatted floor is that right? Thanks.
Correct, I did not use the slatted floor. I used 1/2" plywood.
El tubo de pvc qué está encima donde esta el riel de montaje de portacañas y accesorios de que medida es la tabla ancho y largo y grosor
El piso de madera si le entra agua se hincha la madera
Los acoples para el riel de accesorios
El tubo de pvc de que medida tambien los coples y t
Qué medida es la tabla del piso y la que está abajo en pulgadas
Great ideas thx
How heavy is you boat without all the gear? What brand is it?
Outcast Fishcat Streamer XL-IR. 63 pounds.
La tabla que esta encima de la lancha medidas en pulgadas
How thick was your ply wood? Thanks :)
Buenas noches la tabla que esta encima de la lancha medidas en pulgadas
How thick did you go with your plywood? Ever think of just wielding your pvc rod holders directly on the boat ?
1/2" plywood. I like having things modular, easier to disassemble and transport.
@@ndettwiler Thank you..Thought about carpet but just sealing up the ply or paint is probably a lot cleaner then fish guts on the carpet,where I fish there are bears.I just modified my transom on my Mariner for launching wheels.Next is the floor.
@@truewealth50 I did wind up painting my floor gray. I passed on the carpet idea, as if it gets wet that would not help the wood to dry.
bana çok şey öğrettin teşekkür ederim botun boyu kaç metre ve zemini tahtamı?
10'9" Yes, I made a plywood floor, which you see me install in this video.
Harika iş çıkarmışsın tebrik ederim aynısını yapmaya çalışacağım çok güzel
when you assembled the trolling motor you put the head on backwards the prop goes opposite the handle lol!
That was done on purpose, when I used the TM with my inflatable pontoon boat. I prefer it backwards when used on that boat. Forgot to switch it back around for this trip, and didn't have a screwdriver to fix it in the field.
I can't tell in the video, are you using the included floor also with the slats? Love the video! Definitely want to copy just about everything you've done to mine now
No, I made the plywood floor to use instead of the included floor.
Hello Nice work. Please is there an explanatory video for the assembly of the rod holders? How they are secured so as not to let go THANKS
See assembly in this video: czcams.com/video/UHebA3n80AY/video.htmlsi=ZWe-OwVXF2_z0AWD
@@ndettwiler Hello, thank you for your feedback. But I'm looking for the manufacturing method for rod holders. THANKS
@@omarelgardaoui2551 this gives the general idea: czcams.com/video/xfJNRjIhkjo/video.htmlsi=LZ282HETdyx4X66d
I wanted a link to where to buy the boat items, such as the rod holder, there is nothing here on Brasil
I made the rod holders from PVC pipe fittings. Hope that helps.
I'm Brazilian, I'll use you as a reference, your ideas are very good, your boat is spectacular
How wide was the wood floor?
33.75 inches
@@ndettwiler I'm inspired and now i have a big box sitting in my living room. Just bought the wood for it today. Ordered some seats also :)
Hey Neil, did you ever work out the kinks on that steering or just give up ? I had the same problems you were having
Yes: czcams.com/video/pw7dFIta-4s/video.html
Snug the motor down pointing straight ahead. Leave the oars in the water (acts as a rudder) Lightly push on the oars in the direction you want to go.
Love it , everything it says it was and more , very stable , easy to handle
How long did your mariner boat lasted ?
It's hanging from the ceiling in the garage, slightly under inflated. I haven't been using it, unfortunately. So I can't really speak to its longevity.
@@ndettwiler I bought one thai year and it seems fragile … wonder How long will it last ..
Awesome use lf pvc and t slots
Any problem with leaks on that raft?
No water leaks. My original boat had a pinhole leak (air leak) right out of the box, but Intex replaced it under warranty.
what sized pvc pipe did you use for the rail system?
The rails that clip into the oar holders is 1 inch PVC pipe.
Your build has really got me wanting one of these over a Kayak. Solo I would probably prefer a Yak but this allows for a fishin buddy. I wonder if my cooler would fit under the slider. That pvc frame/bungie cord setup is solid
how do you protect the plywood with? can you provide the link of the paint or sealer you are using?
Thompson's WaterSeal TH.024101-16 Multi-Surface Waterproofer, Clear, 1 Gallon a.co/d/0I3IwMV
@@ndettwiler Thanks a lot
is this 1/2 inch or 3/4 inch plywood?
1/2 inch
Screws are built inverted by the official instructions! I don’t no much but at least I know that you are not a trustworthy CZcamsr cause you are unsafe and you don’t follow instruction cause you think you know better than original company instructions!
All the screws are built inverted!
Amazing ideas!!
Good day to you! I am a grandpa rider on HONDA motorcycle from Japan. Enjoying camping ,touring and upload video. Your boat fishing video is so nice! Awesome! Full supported ! Have a nice day my friend!
Very ingenious and inspiring! Thank you!
Smart idea with the H channel! Thanks
I had to cut the board in half to fit in my car will it lose stability? or what’s your thought I haven’t used it yet but I did when it was a full board so I know I’ll feel the difference soon kinda pissed I did it
I had to cut mine too. See my other video on my Mariner 4 - during the assembly process, I show how I used a strip of H channel to join the boards together to add some rigidity.
Many good ideas, thanks from an Excursion 5 owner.
Can you please give me the name and the link to buy the chair?
Can you please give me the name and the link to buy the chair?
Great ideas incorporating the PVC Railing system! I appreciate the content. My boy and I will be using some of these mods as well as incorporating our own mods. Thanks for the ideas and content Neil. "TightLines"
Awesome setup!
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Great vid. Did you use any sort of stabilizer between the two sections of floor?
Yes, I cover this at the @3:00 mark of the video.
@@ndettwiler I must be dense...thank you so much that is a life saver. Seen a couple of your videos, particularly found the mistakes were made video amusing. I would do something like that myself with the trolling motor.
Funny way of using the motor.
Explanation is in the video.
Forgot to ask you but did you notice any difference by inflating the keel?
Inflating the keel in this boat is a must. It helps provide the necessary structure for the hard floor, and helps the boat track straight. I once initially forgot to inflate it, and wondered why the boat was so sluggish in the water. Instantly cured that problem by remembering to inflate it.
@@ndettwilerOk thanks for your reply. Has it got a V shape type keel at the front. What I mean by that is its not a flat bottom inflatable like some Intex boats are?
@@markweatherall7437 images.app.goo.gl/2hJZGEKSWfAUirKj7