INSTALL MARINE VINYL FLOORING | HOW TO

[@rookiehooksetslt3352]

Best boat flooring video on KZbin.Lots of tips and details.👍🎣

[@ReelLifeFisherman]

Thanks I really appreciate it! Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@Krackerzthebulldog]

I watched the video. I have a 2002 North River Mariner. I fish the ocean and there are spots on my deck where the vinyl is gone. Must have hit the floor instead of the salmon. Anyway, I just want to take out the back deck and replace that part of the flooring. Can I do re cover the old flooring or should I do it differently? It is a big job... and it's almost fishing season and I am on my own doing this. Should have tackled this project sooner- Thank you. Pamlyn Millsap Eureka CA-

[@ReelLifeFisherman]

You should always pull all the old stuff off and clean the glue off and put the new on.. if you don’t have to take much off to pull the deck off and if the deck isn’t too big of a piece.. it shouldn’t be that hard.. let me know if you have any questions about anything.. thanks for watching the video.. sorry I just found your comment..

[@coffeedollsvp]

Appreciate sharing this video..A true Craftsman!

[@reeceadams384]

I know that I always say good video but you just make good videos keep it up

[@ReelLifeFisherman]

reece adams thanks I really appreciate you watching and commenting! Hope everything is going good for you right now during these weird times ..

[@theycallmejonny5]

This videos crazy because I literally just bought a 2000 Fischer Avenger and want to tear out the carpet and add vinyl. I had no idea the tutorial I’d find on KZbin would basically be on the exact boat I just bought🤣. Awesome video man. What are the odds?

[@ReelLifeFisherman]

That’s awesome! Glad you liked the video hope it helps you out! Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@jasoncano7960]

so happy with all the work you have done to my boat. super happy with the out come and the boat looks brand new. Been out the last 2 days on striper and yes, moving the trolling motor fixed the problem and makes all the difference.. Not only is it more responsive on turning but for some reason I seem to get more time out my battery..? Thank you again sir as I highly recommend you for any boat work!

[@ReelLifeFisherman]

Thanks bro I appreciate it! And the trolling motor flip makes sense especially on a boat your size.. I would even try it on mine but I can’t or my windshield wouldn’t open all the way.. glad you liked the video.. can’t wait to knock out the next project!

[@jasoncano7960]

@@ReelLifeFisherman I'll see ya on a few weeks buddy.. off striper fishing for my bday! Don't work to hard today sir!

[@theycallmejonny5]

It’s been a few years. Still got the boat?

[@ThePiscatorian360]

Great video! What does the roll of vinyl run? What does the 3M spray glue run? I need to redo my floor, at least the middle section anyway!

[@ReelLifeFisherman]

The Piscatorian thanks man! it all depends where you get it.. but you order it by the foot just make sure the roll is wide enough.. and the 3m glues holds and sticks fast .. thanks for watching !

[@danielkapp9468]

Just noticing that vinyl seems kinda on the thin side, about how is that like 1mm in thick? How has it been holding up do you know?

[@ReelLifeFisherman]

Yeah I wasn’t a fan of the vinyl he got at all.. it didn’t have any backing material on it and didn’t want to stick down as well.. as far as I know it holding up . I haven’t heard anything from him in a long time. Thanks for watching and commenting I appreciate it!

[@DavidJ-kc4cz]

Great video. My son and I just started taking our 16.5 ft aluminum fishing boat apart. It has a single console on the right side. Want to remove old carpet and replace with vinyl. I have a couple questions. You mentioned the Nautolex not having a backing. Would the Marideck 34 mil vinyl with the backing work better for gluing down? I didn't buy my vinyl yet. Also, I heard some adhesives can eat the vinyl backing. Wonder if the 3M stuff is safe for backing. I noticed you put some foam weather strip along the edge of the front deck board. What's that for? Thanks again for the info!

[@ReelLifeFisherman]

We use the 3m for small vinyl repairs at my shop.. what glue they send us from the tracker factory I’m not sure .. it’s in a pint with no markings.. but we pour it into the hvlp spray gun and it sprays just like the 3M.. but definitely get vinyl with backing.. I didn’t realize this vinyl had none.. the foam around the bow was to take up the room and any unevenness in the cut hidden buy the carpet.. it is not always necessary .. thanks for watching ..let me know if you have any questions.. and good luck with your project!

[@MW-cj9hc]

Great video. I played it at 1.5 speed and watched it in about 10 minutes. I have the same floor plan on my boat. My question is how slippery is vinyl when it gets wet?

[@ReelLifeFisherman]

It does get kinda slippery when wet.. that is a drawback of vinyl.. thanks for watching!

[@ericgarcia3104]

I was just gifted a 1986 16' Tara. I ripped the carpet out and the plywood has been replaced once but was just a layer scabbed onto the old one. I plan on tearing it out and replacing it with CDX. My question is what should I used to seal the plywood with before I put the vinyl down? I've been reading that epoxy is best? Also I read to only do one side and to do both sides...? Any info is appreciated, brand new to boats and came into the game with one heck of a project lol. Thanks and great vid!

[@ReelLifeFisherman]

Thanks glad you liked the video! I would only use marine grade plywood it’s all we use.. and it’s rated for the marine environment.. and you won’t have to epoxy anything.. it would be the right way to do it.. let me know if you have any questions.. the wood is more expensive.. but it’s always better to do it right the first time.. thanks for watching and commenting..

[@davidvanhook1208]

What a great job. I am in the process of ripping out all of my carpet. I noticed that all my decking is nut and bolted down. The vinyl goes down first and then you bolt and nut after correct? Also, thanks for your advice on using the 3M glue for everything. Do you spray both things (i.e. deck and vinyl) or do you spray one only? Lastly, for a 16 foot boat....how many 3M cans would you buy? How many yards of vinyl did you buy for that boat? Thanks in advance!!!

[@ReelLifeFisherman]

Hey thanks! Yeah if your deck is bolted down you will have to do it that way.. depending on how much vinyl you’re doing.. I would say about 5 cans to start.. only need to spray the deck side with the glue.. and for his boat with the sides and seat box and stuff .. we ordered 30’ at the width of the roll.. better to have too much just in case there is a mistake.. or need it for repairs down the road.. we had plenty left over though.. thanks for watching.. and let me know if you have any questions anytime..

[@KG_Fisherman]

Great job! I wish you would have done this 5 years ago before I sold my Fisher 16. I was thinking about doing the same thing.

[@ReelLifeFisherman]

Thanks! I appreciate it! Glad you liked the video and thanks for watching.. and commenting..

[@ReelLifeFisherman]

And hopefully you have or will get a new boat soon and some of my other videos will help you in the future.. sorry i was 5 years late to the KZbin thing.. lol thanks again and tight lines!

[@swkynard]

very impressive skills and craftsmanship. hate carpet in boats

[@ReelLifeFisherman]

Thanks! Appreciate that! Yeah it can get nasty quick if you’re not careful.. thanks for watching

[@stevebugmanduncan4145]

What is the link to order the Vinyl flooring thanks for the video I’m ready to do mine

[@ReelLifeFisherman]

I wouldn’t use this same vinyl.. when my buddy ordered it I didn’t realize it didn’t have any backing material.. and it makes it hard to stick down.. they do have better stuff on amazon.. just make sure to get the stuff with backing..

[@Arcturian1111]

Nice job. I'm using regular 3/4 inch plywood decking, should I seal the plywood first, or will this vinyl protect the wood. I'm mostly using my boat in saltwater.

[@ReelLifeFisherman]

Well you want to make sure you get marine grade plywood.. then it’s already treated and will withstand all the moisture much better. The vinyl will protect it some but it will still get moisture. Thanks for watching and commenting I appreciate it!

[@bugz742]

How much was the cost of everything

[@ReelLifeFisherman]

I wanna say about $300 for everything.. thanks for watching

[@garym5631]

Nice Job I like all your videos. I guess we might as well all work on our boats. Sounds like fish & Game could close fishing season.

[@ReelLifeFisherman]

Thanks I appreciate that! I really hope they don’t I haven’t gone out in forever.. mostly my fault for being too busy before all this.. and I’ve been staying at home because that is what they have been saying to do.. but I’m about over that now! Lol..They have called me back in to work but no customers are allowed in the shop.. so I guess I’m glad I’m not at home all day anymore! thanks for watching the channel and hopefully things go back to normal! Sooner rather than later! Tight lines 🎣

[@shelleymccarthy5919]

Do you have a how to install a wash down to an aluminum boat?

[@ReelLifeFisherman]

Shelley McCarthy funny you ask ! I will here very soon! I’m doing one in two weeks on this same boat for my friend.. but if you have any questions about it before I get the video up.. let me know.. thanks for watching

[@liutasaephan7916]

Just curious if you would do any side jobs?

[@ReelLifeFisherman]

I do from time to time.. I try to do more of them when the weather is nice like the spring and fall.. but I’ve been thinking more and more about starting my own shop lately.. so maybe one day soon I just might..

[@liutasaephan7916]

Reel Life Fisherman you should I see your work online and it looks great!! All the shops I called to get a Fishfinder Installed are at least 2 -3 weeks minimum to months out

[@ConnectedFishing]

Maybe I should drop off my boat and pick it up later lol

[@ReelLifeFisherman]

Connected Fishing lol ! If you want to do that.. we can absolutely do that! Or if you’re not worried about the me working on it at your place we can do that too! They did call me back into the shop as of yesterday.. so I’m back to work again.. just no customers are allowed in the shop and the store is still closed..

[@ericsierra7225]

Freakin' awesome job, I kid you not it looks Great. Can you school me on the Vinyl product itself, what and where to get? I want to do my floor on my 18 ftr. Thanks in advance

[@ReelLifeFisherman]

Eric Sierra thanks man I appreciate it! It can be a lot of work but worth it! You can find it on amazon for pretty cheap.. you buy it by the foot and the with of the roll itself.. loved this vinyl the only thing is the stuff I’m used to using at work had a felt backing.. thanks for watching let me know if you have any questions

[@ericsierra7225]

@@ReelLifeFisherman Thanks I am on amazon now, so much crap to choose from lol

[@DSzajta]

@@ericsierra7225 www.defender.com/ sells it by the yard so it works out much cheaper than amazon! That's where I plan to order from.

[@markmullins2904]

Great Music.

[@ReelLifeFisherman]

Thanks.. it’s hard to pick music that goes with the work flow for these videos..

[@aastone47]

Do you think the consol can be just lifted to slide the vinyl underneath on the flooring for a 2018 Tracker 170?? Wanting to remove the carpet and install vinyl! Hate the carpet! Trying to make it easy!!

[@tkboylan3223]

You did a fantastic job....... You gave me some great ideas and where to locate some materials for my boat. Ty

[@ReelLifeFisherman]

Awesome! Glad it helped! Thanks for watching and commenting I appreciate it!

[@rdgurule]

Very cool video and information. That canned YT music is just the worst. 🙄😑. I know it's not your fault

[@jamespruitt6718]

I have vinyl flooring on my Suntracker pontoon, but it seems like it gets pretty slippery whenever wet. I thought about running strips of that Eva foam in the main walk areas, but not sure. Would you have any ideas or suggestions?

[@Zvertnie]

Great job! I’m on the verge of buying a used Tracker V-16 Laker, needs all vinyl replaced...good tutorial here, thanks. 👍

[@ReelLifeFisherman]

Those are a good all around boats! I’d actually like to have one myself.. a friend of mine has one.. I had a super guide v16 sc before I bought my thunder jet and I wished I would have bought the laker instead.. they are the same hull pretty much.. well if have any questions about it don’t hesitate to ask.. thanks for watching

[@SOPhenix-np6cl]

Nice video bud. Hope all is well on your end with this lockdown. You might have to go out there when this is over and get ourself an elusive sturgeon.

[@ReelLifeFisherman]

Scott Oleson thank you! All is good they just opened my shop back up .. but no customers are allowed in.. drop offs and pick ups only.. but at least I’m back at work.. hopefully they get this thing under control soon and we can go back to fishing and life as normal soon! It is sturgeon time! And time I start hitting the bay for halibut too! Thanks for watching and commenting.. I appreciate it! Tight lines 🎣

[@birdd99]

Great job ! Thank you for all those details and tips. Very good tutorial !

[@ReelLifeFisherman]

Thanks I appreciate it! Glad it helped.. let me know if you have any questions.. thanks for watching

[@elsancho1375]

Ur a savage bro. I have a few soft spots in my north river. Would u be interested in re doing the floor on it. Have2 replace the plywood in a few spots.

[@ReelLifeFisherman]

Are you in the Sacramento area? If so absolutely we can work something out.. thanks for watching the channel and commenting I appreciate it!

[@elsancho1375]

Reel Life Fisherman I live in Davis. Was thinking of doing it after sturgeon season. Thinking sometime around dec-feb. I don’t have anywhere to do it. Do u have a shop. It isn’t as intricate as the job in your video. It’s mainly rectangle pieces. The ones up by the front are oval on one side. My boat is a commander with an inboard engine so 2 pcs have an inside corner.

[@ReelLifeFisherman]

I’m a full time tech at bass pro in rocklin and we have been so busy the last few years we don’t take a lot of these kind of projects in.. but I do side work at my house a lot to make some extra cash and make some videos from time to time for KZbin.. I can do it in my driveway out of my garage.. later in the year when it’s not so hot would be perfect or next year before it gets hot perfect.. I try not to do so many jobs in the summer anyway..

[@elsancho1375]

Reel Life Fisherman right on. Let’s hook up later in the year I can come by so U can look at it and u can tell me what to order. Striper fishing is pretty good right now on the West Bank trolling btw. Deep diver. Been doing really good last couple of weeks.

[@ReelLifeFisherman]

Awesome man! Thanks! I should try and get out fishing! It’s been months since I had my boat out! Just got back from Oregon fishing vacation .. working on those videos now..

[@TimHazeltine]

Thanks very informative I currently have a sylvan offshore I am looking to redo all vinyl flooring thanks so much

[@jo9087]

Nice work Jason! Very informative. I love your videos! Hope all is well.

[@ReelLifeFisherman]

Jason Oleson thanks! I really appreciate you watching the channel! They actually just called me back into the shop this week.. guess we’re essential now ! 🤣 lol hopefully everything can go back to some kind of normal soon! Hope you stay well through all this!

[@nomad7412]

Nice job Jason.I might of added a beading to close those gaps maybe.All extra time and money though.Oddly enough, I used the same materials for making speaker cabinets for the band years ago. as you can imagine the cabinets have to withstand rugged usage. Well done my friend and try not to go stir crazy, I've got a feeling we will be tied to our homes for a lot longer than many of us believe. Stay safe and healthy my friend.

[@ReelLifeFisherman]

Nomad thanks I appreciate you watching and commenting! I really hope they get this under control soon.. and i hope it doesn’t get any worse.. they have had me comeback to work.. but no customers are allowed in the shop.. and the bass pro shops part is still closed.. we are just staying put at home and barely leave the house for supplies if absolutely necessary.. hope you stay safe and healthy! This has been one crazy year.. especially for you with the fires on top of everything! Hopefully they don’t put a full ban on fishing.. I have not been out in a long time! but it looks like they just might.. they have most boat ramps closed already..

[@Wisskey8t9]

NICE VIDEO...THANK YOU! where did you buy your Vinyl Flooring?

[@ReelLifeFisherman]

Thanks! I ordered it on Amazon.. you want stuff the the felt backing . It will stick much better

[@kirkjohnson8259]

Nice job. My son and I are in the process of doing our 18’ fishing boat in vinyl right now. It is a 2009. Some of the the flooring was in bad shape so I recreated all the floor boards. We finished the doors last night. Hoping to start the vinyl on all the plywood flooring tonight. I cut plywood shims for all the gaps where the doors and pieces don’t fit because of the carpet size differences. I found you because I wanted to see how to best apply the glue. I purchase something similar to what you used. It seems like a watered down Elmer’s glue. Doing some test pieces right now. Not too happy. Might have to switch and get a case of 3m spray adhesive. I used a brush on contact cement on the doors. Thanks for sharing.

[@kirkjohnson8259]

Definitely going to not used the fake Elmer’s glue. Going to go purchase a bunch of 3m spray adhesive. Thanks for the tip.

[@ReelLifeFisherman]

Yeah the glue we use from the factory is more like the 3M .. I would definitely use that.. I have a spot to fix on my buddies boat now it came up on the front deck.. and I will just be using the 3M .. I work at a boat shop and do vinyl and carpet jobs from time to time.. but we sublet a lot of the work out due to how time consuming it can be ! Thanks for watching and glad you found the video helpful..

[@Evols1]

I'm in the middle of adding a casting deck with storage cabinets and am at the point where I'm getting ready to cut vinyl. Great tip on the inside corner triangles. I couldn't figure it out and many videos don't show you that part. Thanks!

[@ReelLifeFisherman]

Awesome glad it helped! Thanks for watching and the great feedback I appreciate it!

[@chicles4512]

it’s one thing I’m not happy you forget a sausages lol

[@ReelLifeFisherman]

Catch & Cook 🤣🤣🤣 I’m sure I had some as snacks on lunch break.. thanks for watching

[@feegureeetout]

The thinner woven vinyl is crap. Wrap with carpet, loose lay thick woven vinyl and add trim to large, flat areas.

[@americanhawk2718]

Jason , you did a great job, I enjoyed the video.

[@ReelLifeFisherman]

Thanks I appreciate it! It’s a awesome upgrade and update to older boats.. it is definitely a bigger job .. so it’s something a lot of shops don’t like to do.. or if so.. they will definitely charge you for it! Thanks for watching and commenting

[@rubenancheta7996]

you wanna work on my boat? i need a new floor . Just had to ask

[@neiljohnson337]

Great video I have a 2002 Star Craft Starfire 190 LE that is completely carpeted including the gunwale. I plan to use vinyl on the floors and interior sides. Any suggestions regarding the top of the gunwale?

[@ReelLifeFisherman]

I might think about some diamond plate or possibly some seadek.. you could Bed liner spray the diamond plate also they have many different colors..if you didn’t want it shiny.. let me know if you have any questions. Thanks for watching the channel

[@ikstrucking3289]

What vinyl liner mil thickness do you recommend, one you would do for yourself? And how is the Nautolex, would you use it? Thanks for your kind reply!

[@ReelLifeFisherman]

Nautolex is a good Material and I imagine their adhesive is too.. with vinyl flooring just make sure it has the backing material.. it helps the glue stick and hold.. the vinyl in this video had none. Didn’t realize that when we picked it out on Amazon.. the thicker the vinyl the longer it will last.. but the harder it is too work with.. thanks for watching the video! Let me know if you have any questions ..

[@ikstrucking3289]

I am going to pick one from allvinylfabrics.com it has felt backing Ordered two samples, 34 mil and 80 mil to see what to go with. Planning to replace the plywood. Thinking of getting toughest sealer home depot or lowes has, and apply extra coats on the plywood. At the same time it has to be something that will work with adhesive. I have plain plywood, and laminated again st water rot plywood May be just using laminated is all I need. Lamination is on one side of the plywood though. Might still use sealer on the other side to stave off rotting. That lamination is quite thick, makes that plywood real heavy, that's where the minus is. My boat is Crestliner fish hawk, so the center piece of plywood fir sure is to be laminated that one piece rots the most The funny thing is... I am from Sacramento too! Lol

[@ReelLifeFisherman]

I would only use marine grade plywood.. it isn’t cheap but what wood is anymore! Lol that’s awesome! I’m sure we will run into each other sometime! I work in the shop at bass pro in rocklin! Stop in and say hi sometime!

[@jasonroberge6336]

I appreciate the video. Great job. Nice down to earth content.

[@ThePiscatorian360]

Hey Jason, your video inspired me to fix a section of vinyl flooring in my boat. We will have to get together this year to make some content!

[@ReelLifeFisherman]

Awesome! It turned out great! Absolutely you will have to let me know when your back in town!

[@ThePiscatorian360]

@@ReelLifeFisherman Yeah man, due to the covid we canceled our May plans for Cali but we are going to shoot for August! Hopefully we can fish together then!

[@timjarrold6418]

I get that this is 3 yrs old but do you recall where you bought the vinyl? and what the brand of the vinyl is? Thanks for that tip about how the lids "shrink" without carpet...and the triangles on the inside corner cuts.

[@ReelLifeFisherman]

The guy ordered it on Amazon. But like I mentioned in the video make sure it has backing it helps it stick much better. Thanks for watching and commenting I appreciate it! Glad the video was helpful.

[@michaelfederlin7825]

About to attempt doing this tomorrow, i originally bought dap weldwood contact cement to adhere all the vinyl to all of my decking and compartment pieces, but after I watched your video I think I will buy some of the 3m 90 spray adhesive for the lips of the aluminum compartment lids and more intricate parts. Or, do you think I would be better off just using the 3m 90 spray adhesive for all of it, or is there a different product you would recommend for all of the large flat surfaces? Also do you have any tips on cutting circles with the vinyl?

[@ReelLifeFisherman]

I would recommend testing out a small section with the glue and see .. then 3m will most likely be better on the aluminum.. cutting circles is one thing wrapping them without the edge looking messy is hard.. just make a lot of relief cuts and cut off any over lapping ones in the back side .. thanks for watching and me know if you have any questions..

[@hectormdardon267]

A very clean and good job, congratulations friend. Ready to go fishing. 👍

[@ReelLifeFisherman]

Hector M Dardon thanks man! I appreciate it.. and thanks for watching!

[@fishinwithnate6319]

Ok so I bought a Jon boat with this stuff glued to it and i want to remove it and it’s not easy does anyone have tips for removing this stuff I’ve tried a torch a scraper hammer and some other hand tools does anyone have any better ideas to remove it

[@WolvCustoms]

What kind of glue you use on the floor

[@WolvCustoms]

Never mind watched it till the end lol thank ya

[@ReelLifeFisherman]

Yeah I would just use that 3M 90 high strength spray glue.. thanks for watching

[@mojoriden]

I have to do this same job and replace the decking. Thanks for showing me how!

[@ReelLifeFisherman]

Just make sure to get vinyl with some backing it will stick and hold much better.. and use some good adhesive glue.. thanks for watching and let me know if you have any questions..

[@bobbrown2039]

@@ReelLifeFisherman Great video. In one of your comments you posted the link to the vinyl that you bought on Amazon. So in hindsight, you would have chosen a different vinyl with a felt backing? Thanks again.

[@stoweman34]

Is the glue up similar to Formica in that you need to spray glue on the surface as well as the vinyl backing?

[@ReelLifeFisherman]

It’s not necessary to spray both sides you just need a good layer on the boat decking and lay the vinyl down and smooth it out pressing down as you go.. thanks for watching

[@dougwalton4487]

I am just starting my Lund pro v project and i am going with the nautolex. The only thing i wonder about is on the deck sheets their are a lot of screws holding it down all of them are flat head to keep a flush surface for the carpet. if i put the vinyl on the decks and then install them i have a lot of exposed screws. thinking about laying it down on the main decks after installing the wood so no screws are visible. Any thought or suggestions about the screws?

[@ReelLifeFisherman]

All vinyl boats have exposed screws .. I wouldn’t hide them under the vinyl in case you have pull it up again for any reason.. you can use oval head screws and they sink in a bit and sit flush.. if you don’t like the pan heads.. thanks for watching let me know if you have any questions about it..

[@Mazzey0006]

Have you looked at all into the durabak basically like a bedliner instead of carpet or vynl? Any thoughts on doing something like this instead of what you did in this video?

[@ReelLifeFisherman]

In a boat like mine I would definitely do something like that! Maybe not in this guys boat.. thanks for watching and commenting I appreciate it..

[@rsadek7]

So what you're saying is, vinyl is better than carpet. I like how that looks. Also looks grippy and easy to clean. It's gonna save your flooring and decking from rotting out. Good job. Nice video👍🏻

[@ReelLifeFisherman]

Thank you glad you liked the video! So they both have their advantages.. vinyl is easier to clean, stays looking new way longer.. but can be slippery when wet without the right footwear.. and feel much hotter to your barefoot.. not that you should be barefoot on a fishing boat really.. lol. Carpet makes compartment lids fit better and is softer to walk on etc.. it really depends on the style of boat and fishing you do.. some boats it’s better to do carpet on the front and rear decks and vinyl on the floor.. thanks again for watching!

[@fidelclaudio7335]

I don’t see where you bought the vinyl material great video looking to do the same for my bass tracker

[@ReelLifeFisherman]

I believe he ordered the vinyl on Amazon. But I didn’t care for it. You need to be sure you get some with backing underneath so it will stick down much better. Thanks for watching and commenting.

[@marquisepettigrew3548]

Question I see you did this video a year ago how is your Buddy enjoying the vinyl floor you installed would you recommend vinyl flooring on a bass boat thinking about doing it to mine are there any cons I need to be aware of

[@ReelLifeFisherman]

He likes it still.. but in a bass boat it can be slippery so if it gets wet your footing isn’t that good.. also it’s not a cushion under your foot like carpet.. and can get hot in the sun.. personally on a bass boat I would stick with carpet honestly.. the only advantage of vinyl in a bass boat is it cleans easier and would last longer.. but not worth it in my opinion.. thanks for watching the channel.. and commenting.. let me know if you have any questions..

[@mikecooke4602]

tip - use olfa knife blades instead of the ones they sell you for the scraper !!!!!! They are way sharper

[@ReelLifeFisherman]

Awesome thank you! I will have to check them out next time! Always looking for something better! Thanks for watching and commenting

[@Carlosboatingadventures20007]

I got the same boat and thinking of doing the same thing. Thank you so much for making this video.

[@ReelLifeFisherman]

Awesome! It’s worth the effort if you have the time! Thanks for watching! And let me know if you have any questions..

[@wagontrack]

Well done... going to do pull my old carpet and put down Vinyl

[@mikecooke4602]

where do you order your vinyl ?

[@ReelLifeFisherman]

Amazon. Thanks for watching

[@seasons1974]

Great thorough video. I label everything, and take a photo or short video of everything as I take it off so I know what goes where later. Thank you

[@ReelLifeFisherman]

Yeah it’s always nice when you’re putting everything back together! Glad you liked the video and thanks for watching and commenting!

[@TheKanawa]

Really nice looking job. Where did you get the vinyl? Lots of offers outhere but I dont want to pay too much or get a crappy product. Thanks!

[@ReelLifeFisherman]

Thanks! So you can get it on amazon.. but like I’ve told other people in the comments.. make sure you get vinyl with backing material.. it helps stick and hold better then the vinyl with out it.. thanks for watching and commenting..

[@JeffAlkire35]

Great work! Are you for hire? I'm in the 916.

[@bankshot3589]

Very helpful my man! I just bought my first boat and am restoring its carpet and flooring amongst other things. It’s a 93 Cajun 1800 XTP 18ft And I’ve been in the early stages of gutting the floor and carpets. I’m leaning towards the vinyl color just like yours and following up with carpet on the side walls.i will be tuning in for your next video! Cheers!

[@Pianosa77]

This was exactly what I needed to see before starting my own project. Plus nice camerawork!

[@ReelLifeFisherman]

Awesome! Glad the video was helpful! That’s why we make the videos so guys can see what they are in for beforehand. Then decide if it’s worth paying someone or doing it yourself! I’ll pass the kudos on to my brother in law who does my camera work and editing! Thanks for watching and commenting I appreciate it!

[@318android3]

Great video! Use the same method of scraping off w that harbor freight scraper on a glass boat? Also, do you try to re use same holes when reassembling lids and deck and consoles etc?

[@ReelLifeFisherman]

Thanks! I’m glad you like the video! I would imagine it would be fine to do on a glass boat also.. I have never done a glass boat floor.. some of the older ones had carpet on a plywood deck laid on stringers .. most glass boats I deal with are all glass .. or use snap in flooring.. if it’s glass under your carpet you can use acetone or paint stripper to loosen the glue and. Scrape it off.. I will try to re - use the same holes unless they are stripped out.. thanksfor watching .. let me know if you have any questions

[@eddiegapasangra6859]

Nice job.. 👍👍

[@ReelLifeFisherman]

Thank you I appreciate it! Thanks for watching the video!

[@hantran6164]

Where u buy vinyl flooring ??????thanks your video

[@ReelLifeFisherman]

You can order it on amazon.. just search marine vinyl flooring.. make sure you get some with backing on the vinyl it will glue down better.. thanks for watching

[@ethanouellette6490]

what adhesive you use for attaching vinyl to the Aluminum?

[@ReelLifeFisherman]

I use the 3m high strength 90 in the green can.. thanks for watching!

[@romancitobarcibal9948]

2 things goin for you, fishing and handyman ! Luv them both ! Keep it up !

[@ReelLifeFisherman]

Thanks I appreciate it! Thanks for watching the channel glad you like it!

[@gregedwards3954]

Well done. Thank you for this video, it wills same me $1000.'s!

[@ReelLifeFisherman]

Awesome! Glad it helps! Always good to save some money! Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@KC-pi3gm]

Very nice job. It is a very manual task, but every time that you look at your boat you will appreciate it more. I have a Larson with rotted out wood, need to do the same and do vinyl. Its a good october job!

[@ReelLifeFisherman]

Yes definitely want to do it inside or in a cooler time of year.. and worth it to save money for sure.. thanks for watching and commenting

[@Fishingaddict503]

What brand of vinyl did you use in this video?

[@MrJderoche]

Seriously will pay you to come do my boat now….

[@monarchmark1967]

Nice work. I've been wanting to do this to my '05 Fisher for years. thanks for the info and the inspiration.

[@ReelLifeFisherman]

Mark Moore thanks! Glad you liked the video! It takes some time.. but it makes a huge difference!! Thanks for watching.. let me know if you have any questions..

[@patriot2864]

Great job! Is that Florin Road In South Sacramento? Looks so familiar. Anyways you’ve inspired me to redo my 1997 Fisher Hawk 170

[@ReelLifeFisherman]

Awesome! It’s a lot of work but well worth it! I live in Citrus Heights area actually.. thanks for watching!

[@patriot2864]

@@ReelLifeFisherman The oleanders at roadside are so Sacramento. I’m in Rancho Cordova now. Great videos bro! Tight lines to ya.

[@jamieeckert1538]

Great job. I have a 88 Lund tyee I’m thinking about doing this to. Little different but mostly the same. I was really worried about counsels

[@ReelLifeFisherman]

Thanks glad you liked it! It’s not all that bad.. just takes time..

[@Zman-Outdoors]

My Tracker Pro Guide v16 needs this done. I can't stand carpet! This is exactly what I was looking at doing, great video! I'm glad I watched because I was thinking about doing just the main floor, but now realize it needs to be done correctly like how you did it. Thanks!

[@ReelLifeFisherman]

Awesome glad you liked the video and found it helpful! Thanks for watching and commenting.. let me know if you have any questions

[@larryharris1163]

Hey, good job Bud! I've done a couple of boat floors before also. An FYI, one thing I learned is when screwing stainless screws back in, be careful not to over tighten them they're very brittle and they can and will snap off on ya. Thnx for the vid. Jason!

[@Kaptajn1eye]

Awesome job. Well done Sir 👍

[@ReelLifeFisherman]

Johnny Andreasen thanks I appreciate it! Thanks for watching..

[@parkrealestate1927]

Excellent Video Brother... I have owned a Lund for a number of years and the carpet is to the point of where it falls apart in your hand, at least what is still on the boat, I've been trying for several years to figure out what I'm going to do? Thanks to you I know have a plan.... and Thank you for going into such detail of cutting, gluing , wrapping the vinal. You are the Man....

[@MBicknell]

The music wasnt annoying at all

[@justincook4001]

Looks like shit should of just replaced the carpet hell people are giving carpet away for free all the time

[@ReelLifeFisherman]

Thanks for your input. But the guy didn’t want carpet.. I’m not against carpet at all. but it’s more for bass fishing boats than how this guy and most real fishermen use their boats. Hard to clean blood and guts and slime out of carpet. But hey thanks for commenting!

[@zsdollhaus]

Nice work! How did your glue hold up? Do you have any recommendations for glue to use on a fibreglass bottom boat? Much appreciated.

[@bobaquino996]

Enjoyed watching your work. I just got a 17 foot Princecraft and need to pull all the carpet out and probably replace the wood decking as well since it has some water damage. I noticed you didn't remove all the carpet but left it on the top sides of the boat. Was there a reason for this? I think it would have looked better if it was all changed over. But I did get some good tips on cutting the vinyl and do appreciate your work. Thanks.

[@milanpainting]

Where I can buy or order this vinyl please,

[@ReelLifeFisherman]

You can order it in amazon.. just make sure you get some with backing material.. it helps the glue hold it better.. the stuff my buddy ordered didn’t have that .. I didn’t realize that when we picked it out.. thanks for watching..

[@adama4882]

What kind of carpet did you put Can you tell me name of manufacture or link to buy online Thanks Great Video!

[@rodneil5409]

What brand of marine vinyl did you use and where did you buy it. Thanks

[@ReelLifeFisherman]

The boat owner ordered this on Amazon . I’m not sure what brand it was.. but I do know you want to order some with backing material. It will stick down much better than this kind did .

[@mikeburch6941]

I don't say this to KZbin "DIY" videos very often, but nice work.

[@Setthehuk]

Great video and thank you for sharing. I’ve got a Fisher boat as well with the same gray carpet that needs replacement. Do you know how much vinyl material to do the job you did. I assume it’s measured in yds.

[@micheldesrosiers7209]

Very interesting Thank's

[@Diamondthefisherman]

Great video. Thanks. Is there anyway to repair a tear in the vinyl floor?

[@lakesideinc]

when it said vinyl flooring ,, I was thinking of something smooth or like the flooring you had all your tools spread out on ,,,, that I would like to see,,, but I have see what regular vinyl flooring like that does in the sun ,,, it don't last long at all and I've even seen it look like it was burnt with a torch all just from the sun ,,, I wish they would make a vinyl like kitchen flooring patterns ,,, that would be awesome to have a stone or tiled look on a deck of a boat ..lol

[@TandATravel]

Great video, I just got a boat and in restoring it. Great info!

[@ReelLifeFisherman]

Thanks I appreciate it! Glad the video helped! Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@eltaino2009]

What color and where did you order vinyl from?

[@ReelLifeFisherman]

You can get it on amazon but I would make sure to buy the vinyl with backing material on it.. this is a tan and white color pattern..

[@darrylb4048]

Good job! Idea! You could have closed up those gaps in the hatch's by applying a spacer of aluminum or wood to the hatch before applying the vinyl. Victoria, BC Ciao

[@bswanger1]

Love the video but the music drives me crazy

[@ReelLifeFisherman]

Thanks glad you liked the video.. music is hard to pick to please everyone and flow with the pace of the video.. and not put people to sleep.. but I’ve heard about the music on this video before.. I appreciate the feedback without being rude about it.. and I’m figuring out things as I go.. thanks for watching and hope you like the channel .. let me know if you have any questions ..

[@thomasgenders1756]

Only thing you didn't do was use stainless finish washers on all your deck surface screws. Other than that nice job !

[@mikenelson5058]

scared to take off the consoles. def worth doing it yourself in the garage with the cool breeze coming thru. shop price would be thru the roof!!