Livebait tank ideas for tinny

[Wazzup01]

I am trying to think of what would be the best way to put a live bait tank into a Stacer Bass 400. Anyone got any ideas on the best way to go without losing any floorspace? Post some pics if you have any.

Thanks
Wazza

[dogsbody]

Wazzup Wazza I used a rectangular storage bin for my first boat. It sat behind the seat at the stern and plumbed it up to fill to a point where the outlet hose was located. And put hinges on the lid to stop spashing.

Dave.

[Lucky_Phill]

http://www.ausfish.com.au/vforum/sho...live+bait+tank



or you can read the following:-

DIY Live Bait Tank
Live Bait Tank for a Small Tinnie

During my time fishing I have always tried to use the best possible bait, and this was ‘ live ‘. I have tried Aerators in the past, and while they do a good job they are not the best. So it was decided to “ plumb” a live bait tank into Skanky Hoe.

The budget was unknown, but an allowance of $200 will see a very good unit in place as opposed to having one welded in.

I have utilized the experience of Agnes Jack in adopting certain procedures. This was a self draining tank that picks the water up from the bottom of the tank. Reason being, that is where the “ ammonia “ settles, killing off the other fish in the tank. A further drain plug and tap is fitted to drain tank once the trip is over. With the amount of water that will “ pass through “ the tank, I can keep it FULL of livies for as long as I want. Another tip passed onto me, was to keep all metals away from the water supply.

I used h/duty poly components that increased the cost, but I want this to last. I have used a 19mm inlet hose that will be connected to the 360gph Rule bilge pump that sits on top of an Alloy water pickup. ( stainless steel was ruled out on two parts, cost $45plus and electrolysis ) I know you can use methods and products to stop this, but I am not taking the risk and alloy is cheaper.

The self draining hose is Pool cleaner hose and 35mm. This gives a decent flow out as there is a difference in pickup between running the pump and utilizing the water pickup at speed. That is where the tap on the inlet comes into play, to regulate the intake of water.

Apart from the items for the tank you’ll need :-

hacksaw, texta, drill and bits, file, sandpaper, silicone, screwdriver, Saddles, Cable ties, knife, vacuum cleaner, cold drink and about 4 hours.

I laid out all pieces ( except for the water pickup, as it has not arrived yet ) and looked at the plans. I started to cut hose to length making sure that I only joined the hose to an elbow or tail when I was sure it was the right length and ready to be attached. I assembled the ‘ intake ‘ completely. It is advisable to add silicone to the pool hose fittings as it does not seal 100%.

The following photos are a step by step guide to what I have done.

[Lucky_Phill]

pics are here

Phill

[Lucky_Phill]

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[finga]

If anybody wants/needs any 50l barrels like Phil has used I have some for $10 each with lid.

[Lucky_Phill]

Now ya tell me !! , that one I used is a 25ltr, but 50 would be much better.

I now consider that mounting the tank at the front a better option. it really only means extra piping to the back for pickup and overflow. I could go one further and put those pipes / hoses under the floor boards.

BTW, is there anything you DON"T have , Scott ?

Phill

[finga]

Now ya tell me !! , that one I used is a 25ltr, but 50 would be much better.

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BTW, is there anything you DON"T have , Scott ?

Phill

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[dogsbody]

I can see a few "Fingas fish dongers" coming up for sale soon.

Dave.