Thread subject: Whaler Central - Boston Whaler Boat Information and Photos :: 130 sport underseat storage

Posted by mvc on 04/23/07 - 9:36 AM
#1

I have a 2005 130 sport. I am looking for a storage unit to fit under the seat. I don't care if it is removable and it is anchored with straps (like the gas tank) or if I have to get someone to install a built-in unit.
Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

Posted by Royboy on 04/23/07 - 4:12 PM
#2

I built underseat storage for tackle in my 130 Sport. I used Starboard (seafoam color) and stainless steel fasteners. Since the system was custom fit, I was able to screw it to the underside of the seat only so no holes needed to be drilled in the deck.

Images at:

http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v40...uff018.jpg

http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v40...uff020.jpg

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Edited by Joe Kriz on 04/23/07 - 4:20 PM

Posted by Joe Kriz on 04/23/07 - 4:31 PM
#3

Royboy,

Nice job on the storage and tackle drawers.
Good looking 130 Sport.

Edited by Joe Kriz on 04/24/07 - 9:45 AM

Posted by Slamdancer on 04/23/07 - 9:02 PM
#4

I am thinking of netting under the front seat to hold PFD's. I am not as concerned with dry storage as storage to keep things from flying out.

Posted by jaemrich on 04/24/07 - 9:26 AM
#5

Royboy-
Nice work with the storage. how did you mount the rod holders on the cooler?
did you use any adhesive on the starboard tackle box or is it just screwed together?
Thanks

Posted by RGT on 04/25/07 - 7:02 AM
#6

I just use a zippered gear bag. Spare prop, prop wrench, tools ect. Fits nice and snug under the rear seat between the center support and battery.

Posted by Royboy on 04/25/07 - 8:18 AM
#7

I secured the rod holers to my coolers with 3M 5200 and through bolted them with stailess steel screws, nuts, and fender washers. I cut the screws flush with the nuts so I wouldn't be snagging anything on them. The fender washers were probably overkill, but I had them on hand and they do spread out the load extremely well.

On the tackle drawers I used screws only, although I did put some adhesive (3M 4200) on the screws to keep them from backing out.

Roy