Modifying a Leaning post

How To modify a Center console Leaning post into a useable seat , this DIY is very affordable and doable, most areas have a weld shop near by and this is a simple fix . in my personal opinion SeaArks are one of the best boats on the market for all around fishing , the options available are pretty extensive and I wanted a CC but one of the few thing on a SeaArk I like is the Leaning post . if you feel the same way this could help you .
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[@WildBillFlysRC]

What a sweet boat! i really like that mod. I wonder what will happen when the people at SeaArk see this. :-)

[@FishinNStuff]

Hopefully they will make a more comfortable leaning post lol , they're captains chairs and really all they're seats are awesome I just dont care for the leaning posts they have but beyond that they make a great fishing boat

[@FishinNStuff]

Hey just to let you know the CEO at Seaark contacted me and he's showing this video too his engineers so they can improve they're leaning post , that's cool huh he's a super nice guy with a great boat , I'm glad I didn't upset em lol

[@Sportsman101]

Excellent idea, your mod looks way more comfortable! 👍

[@FishinNStuff]

Thank you brother it is more comfortable , or it works better for me I'll put it like that , I appreciate it buddy

[@tommwarneke396]

Love a leaning post, makes smaller boats and aluminums ride bigger. Nice job.

[@glennscatfishing]

Always thinking, glad you figured out a way to make it comfortable to you. Nice job and that’s a fantastic looking boat.

[@FishinNStuff]

Thank you buddy I really like it , even more now lol

[@MrMichaelDodd]

Awesome! I thought I was crazy. I searched the internet for the same product. I was certain I couldn't be the only one who wanted this simple yet important idea. Was about to give up and I found you and this mod. Thank you.

[@FishinNStuff]

I love it now man

[@carnufiasfishing8444]

All your DIY video's are awesome brother. Love to watch & always learn something new. 👊🎣😎

[@FishinNStuff]

Thank you brother , I try and always bring something new to every video , well I try too lol . I appreciate you always watching too more than you realize, it encourages me to try harder everytime

[@vincentdonnellythemadfishe5158]

Its all about the comforts. Very high tec stuff. Your videos are getting better and better every time very professional. Now a boat with a bar bottles of Jameson beers fridge cooker frying pan and a hammock that would be perfect. Loved the music.

[@FishinNStuff]

Haha you right man a beer fridge , a hammock, a grill and maybe a TV lol . I appreciate you always commenting brother , you always make my day and inspire me, thank you Sir

[@mikecha1957]

Congratulations on the new Saeark Keith that is an awsome mod

[@FishinNStuff]

Thank you Mike , I need a more roomy boat , I appreciate it brother

[@petergibbens5778]

I did this same modification to my Leaning post. It’s great, but you need a experienced welder to do it. Great video. Thanks for the idea!

[@FishinNStuff]

Yes Sir you do need some one that can tig weld stainless steel , I love it . Very comfortable . I appreciate you watching brother .

[@mauricecason5369]

Awesome looking boat great video 👍👍👍👍

[@FishinNStuff]

Thank you Mr Carson , I appreciate it brother I really do like it

[@CHUNKYCATSFISHING]

Beautiful boat and very cool modification great video my friend

[@FishinNStuff]

Thank you brother

[@trophyhunter8615]

Congrats on boat buddy. Hope you have a blast with it!

[@FishinNStuff]

Thank you brother I'm planning on doing just that lol

[@countrycookingwithtwerking969]

Great job. That's what I would have to do also as short as my legs are. Thanks for sharing.

[@FishinNStuff]

Thank you Pops I appreciate that , you got to be comfortable too catch big catfish lol

[@kentuckycatmanoutdooradven4643]

Awesome boat buddy and great DIY

[@FishinNStuff]

Thank you brother I appreciate it . I really like it . I needed something bigger to keep up with you boys in next year's tournament haha

[@gregbryant9673]

Great looking rig and video. Want to see some slime in that new Boat. Congrats.

[@FishinNStuff]

Me too brother , I've got to get some rod holder bases , all ive got accomplished so far is breaking it in . Thanks for watching buddy

[@ThoughtIwasFishin]

Thanks, great boat and love your channel! I got a Tracker 1654 w/25merc OB. Was seriously considering upgrading to a Tracker 1860CC with 90/65 jet for mostly river runs. But you are so right, Tracker dumbs their boats down to just a plain piece of tin so the price makes you think it's a deal! I do love my 1654 though.

[@FishinNStuff]

I loved my Tracker so I'm not knocking them at all . But when I started looking hard I realized I could get more for the same price plus you can save money getting a Suzuki motor which out last Mercury's every time and they are cheaper I love my new boat . But to each his own . I'm not a single minded guy I love something about every boat out there lol

[@rinkrat55]

Great mod. Sweet boat too.

[@AnthonyAngler]

i made your bait board yesterday also great ideas brother

[@stillinyaisstillinur3300]

Always enjoy your vids

[@FishinNStuff]

Thank very much , I appreciate that and I appreciate you taking the time to say it , its inspiring

[@fishin-impossible2992]

Congrats on the new boat, now get it Slimy. Great video Keith.

[@FishinNStuff]

Thank you brother I'm so ready to get some slim in it but I dont have any rod holder bases yet , I've been busy breaking it in and changing props , trying to get her right

[@fishin-impossible2992]

@@FishinNStuff take your time and rig it where it suits your style of fishing. Youll get it . Cant wait to see the videos of her coming together

[@lugnutzz75]

Mortifying. Love it.

[@FishinNStuff]

Haha that is funny the dang auto correct on my phone changed it lol sorry bout that lol

[@vinniesdayoff3968]

That's a lovely boat Keith, I wish you good luck with it. Good idea with the leaning post too. The boat company should have a look at your ideas and make their boat better

[@FishinNStuff]

They might , then again maybe im just old and don't want to stand up all day lol . I appreciate Vinnie I wish I could take you fishing some time man

[@vinniesdayoff3968]

@@FishinNStuff Thank you Keith, you are a gentleman. I got precious little fishing this year. It was very windy over here. Small craft warnings any day I was free to go ☹️

[@ScotWalt858]

Nicely done!!

[@FishinNStuff]

Thank you Sir

[@kyredneckoutdoors]

That David Buff is a smart man.

[@FishinNStuff]

Yes he is

[@WhiskertimeFishing]

Nice boat brother! Great idea on the leaning post too.

[@FishinNStuff]

Thank you brother , I appreciate it , how the road been treating you buddy

[@WhiskertimeFishing]

Not too bad. Been having to run hard lately to make up for the wife not working. She broke her ankle bout 2 months ago but she went back to work yesterday. Hopefully now I can get back to making videos again, lol.

[@leonardcantrell5662]

I already like it and I hadn't tried it yet. Thanks, as long as you like it. I like my Bill Dance seats, but Latimar don't like em.LOL

[@FishinNStuff]

Never heard of a Bill Dance seat I'll have too look those up

[@11bravo79]

Been waiting to see this boat!

[@FishinNStuff]

Me too 3 months haha , I'm glad it finally got here and I appreciate you watching brother and taking the time to comment cause its encouraging brother, ol and thank you for your service Sir

[@11bravo79]

Fishin N Stuff I’m thinking of getting a new Grizzly 1860 with a 90 horse, unfortunately the Seaark is a little out of my budget. I just wish the Grizzly had more storage.

[@davids7476]

Nice boat, looking forward to the full reveal and walk through. Wondering what your thoughts are on the tunnel hull design. I like the float pods too if you ever decide to take a swim I hear they make reentry a bit easier, don't know just heard it but hope you include your thoughts on the walk through and reveal.

[@FishinNStuff]

Thank you Sir , I did add the ladder just for that reason, really as a safety to get back in , just incase . I'l do a review on it after I can use it some right now im breaking it in and trying ti get the prop right , haven't even been able to fish yet 😕 I appreciate you commenting brother that makes my day

[@joebuck66]

Great video and information my friend

[@FishinNStuff]

Thank you buddy , and thanks for commenting too

[@CruzesLouisianaOutdoors]

Very cool!

[@FishinNStuff]

Thank you Sir, and thank you for watching

[@aaronlegath1220]

Looking to see what connector you found? I am measuring 1-1/8" OD of my lean post tube. I cant seem to find and of those connector types in that size. I have a SeaArk BX220 I want to do this to, the live well gets in the way.

[@CatfishWeekly]

Nice job!

[@FishinNStuff]

Thank you Sir , means a lot coming from somebody that's been on as many boats as you brother

[@user-vb1lh2ws7d]

멋지네요 Very nice video

[@oklahomaoutlawfishin9026]

Awesome video

[@FishinNStuff]

Thank you brother I appreciate it, thank you for commenting man

[@oklahomaoutlawfishin9026]

Not a problem man I find your videos very instructional on how to do things. I really enjoy them

[@NASPELTZ]

thats sick man

[@FishinNStuff]

Thank you brother , I appreciate it . It's a nice boat now after I get everything done we got to see if it'll catch fish lol

[@christianphillips1969]

Good video man. Im jealous of your boat! It sure is purdy lol

[@FishinNStuff]

Thank you Sir I really like it , and I appreciate it brother. Can't wait to get some rod holder bases on it and dirty it up some

[@georgezink8256]

Leanin post , I’m lookin up one of them thangs, ta put on my G3 , cause I’m lazy to, we must be like 89th. Cousins. But sounds lika good idea

[@jeffkerr4249]

Good Video.

[@FishinNStuff]

Thank you Sir I appreciate it

[@richardanderson4916]

What a great boat!! You are so creative! You should have gone to engineering school

[@FishinNStuff]

Thank you Sir

[@williambaker2441]

Yep I had same problem with mine except I built mine out of aluminum with a back rest that flip forward and backwards depending what kind of fishing I’m doing and I had it powder coated. I have about 75 bucks in mine material was all leftover from other jobs

[@FishinNStuff]

You my like of man , you should start a DIY channel brother I'd like to see it , you couldn't Email me a picture of it could you

[@williambaker2441]

Fishin N Stuff send me an email and I’ll get you a picture

[@patrickperdue5219]

Great job looks good! Could you tell me by any chance where I can get a leaning post like this? I cannot get in touch with SeaArk to see if I can order one. I have a CArolina Skiff with bench seat that is too low. A leaning post like this would be great to attach to my seat deck would be great if you know how I could get one of these. Thanks in advance.

[@FishinNStuff]

You can call a Seaark dealer they should be able to order one

[@catfishinwithcrow685]

Hey Keith you can also use a pipe cutter to make your cuts

[@FishinNStuff]

I guess so as long as it'll cut stainless steel

[@josequervo9786]

I think I would have hinged it. No welding needed and it gives the option of putting a box under the seat for a box or two. Just flip it up and there is the box of whatever. Great place to hide a first aid kit or mount the extinguisher.

[@FishinNStuff]

That's a good 💡 idea

[@peedeefishing]

I like that boat buddie.

[@FishinNStuff]

Thank you PeeDee I needed more room , I really like it . I appreciate brother

[@tommwarneke396]

How for off the floor is the top of your seat? I’m adding a leaning post to my Triton Aluminum and sanding what height to work towards? Thanks, Tomm in central Florida

[@FishinNStuff]

Hey Tommy it's about 29 inch from the floor but I stacked books on my back deck and got the height too where I liked it then measured it . We all are built different so I would make it too fit you brother

[@rhinohd]

Congrats on the New boat Kieth! I never understood the "lean only" seats on a lot of center consoles. Have you happened to see how the Mako 19 CPX has a backrest that swings front to back? Pretty cool idea for cat fishing off the back. Great Video yet again! Happy Fishing!

[@FishinNStuff]

Yes Sir those cooler leaning post are cool SeaArk carry a those mu boat just wasnt long enough for one of them , thank for watching brother I appreciate it man

[@rhinohd]

@@FishinNStuff Here in Chicago there is a huge boat show in February. I can't wait to see what everyone has to offer! What are you feelings on fiberglass boats? I know my aluminum Lund 1600 Fury takes a beating. I am constantly into log jams getting snagged gear out. I even hit a channel maker buoy running 23MPH at 3am in the morning last night. It's beacon light was out! It was so foggy and so dark didn't see me hit it and I didn't see it after I got past it. Nothing but a couple of scratches. Thanks for listening again!

[@angleralliance267]

@@FishinNStuff Kieth this is my new account ;)

[@mariaedwards4220]

Graet Boat good videos

[@FishinNStuff]

Thank you brother

[@JohnBraman413]

how do you install the console? what consoles would you recommend? never had an aluminum boat and looking at a grizzly 1754 jon boat now.

[@FishinNStuff]

If you mean a center console. The Grizzly 1860 has one . I loved my Grizzly boat . I just needed something bigger

[@SK_CrappieCatching]

Sweet looking ride....... Cool modification on the learning post..... What Low unit is that?

[@FishinNStuff]

Thank you brother, I really like it. That is a Elite 12 , I really liked the Hummingbird mega but I wanted a touch screen , I thought about the lives but they are high and if I do get one I think it would be better suited for up on the trolling motor si I can point it at stuff lol

[@SK_CrappieCatching]

@@FishinNStuff No doubt about the price of those LS units..... I'll keep using SI, 2D and DI before I pay the price they want for those things...... Are you gonna be doing some fishn soon?

[@michaelrogers4285]

Sharp boat Keith, and even better now with your improvement to the leaning post. That would work a lot better for most of the people that owns those boats ! You didn’t have any problems with Dorian did you ? Take care, Awesome DIY as usual my friend 👍

[@FishinNStuff]

No Sir it's cool I think he misunderstood me lol , I appreciate buddy I really like the New boat it's awesome . Bit like I said I like the leaning post/ seat now lol but SeaArk makes a great boat. I appreciate you taking the time to comment, I love feed back , you have a good week my friend

[@michaelrogers4285]

Fishin N Stuff , You have a great week too

[@jenky1044]

Very nice job. What's that short black light bar looking thing that goes across your boat (behind the seat a bit).??

[@FishinNStuff]

That's a trolling rack for your rods , it shows it better on this video kzbin.info/www/bejne/rGeVeKGmnNFph5I

[@jenky1044]

@@FishinNStuff Oh cool. Thank you for answering my question and for the link. Love your boat. I'm gonna try to get a 16' or 17' mod v in the spring.

[@FishinNStuff]

I did have a 1754 Tracker and loved it . Don't get stuck on brands . I've found out shopping for boats , that they really are all pretty close in price . But one dealership will put a smaller motor or a smaller livewell or something different on their boat and ppl will think it's a better deal while in reality. I get what your paying for . Everything cost money even camo and stuff like that . You can always order a boat the easy you want it like I did

[@jenky1044]

@@FishinNStuff Yes I agree. They hide money or add money with options and accessories, just like car dealers do.

[@kipwright148]

Bet SeaArk starts offering a sit or lean seat now. They oughta 💰 ya...

[@FishinNStuff]

Your right they should think about it , it wouldn't be hard for them to buy shorter ones but it's a easy fix if they dont

[@Bigsmegma44]

Great mod. Why didn’t you consider making it telescopic or adjustable? Also subscribed to catch up on your past and future videos!!!

[@FishinNStuff]

Thank you brother for subscribing , I was just v trying to find the right height for me . I actually stacked stuff on the deck to find the high , i was mostly worried sit the live well lid hitting it but it worked out good

[@richardanderson4916]

Can you fit a recliner on there? LOL! Just kidding, great job as usual

[@FishinNStuff]

Lol

[@johndismang]

Just got my SeaArk last week. Got the BX 220. I HATE the leaning post so this video came just in time. Also don't like they put the livewell and bait well both on 1 pump. No recirc on the bait well at all. An idea for your videos would be to keep the compartments drier because they get very wet inside. Keep up the good work and love the vids

[@FishinNStuff]

Thank you Sir I appreciate, I love my New SeaArk and I wish they didn't fill up together just like you but I can deal with that . But I knew before i even bought the boat I didn't want to stand up all day long

[@johndismang]

@@FishinNStuff yeah I was gonna have mine cut down as well. I'm gonna add a fill and recirc pump to the bait well separately. I will use it just as much as the livewell.

[@FishinNStuff]

I was thinking of a DIY oxygen system for my bait well what you think ? It's what a lot of ppl are going too

[@bowfin6329]

They put oxygen on the procats from the factory don't they

[@FishinNStuff]

They do use oxygen in the Procat line of boats

[@enduringpatriot]

Nice mod - if you can't be comfortable, why buy one unless you can make it comfortable, DIY, BABY... DIY!

[@FishinNStuff]

Yep DIY lol , they're leaning post may be uncomfortable, but SeaArk make the most customizable, toughest boats on the market, me buying it when I did like the leaning post says a lot about how good of a boat they make lol . Thank you Sir for watching

[@mr.diyhowtopaintingwelding4479]

I'm adding a swingback cooler seat on mine

[@FishinNStuff]

Those are cool , especially for trolling you can sit facing your rod rack . I appreciate you commenting brother

[@JustinsFishinFetish]

Thats an awesome mod for us stumpy guys! How do you like the center console? I'm in the air about them.

[@FishinNStuff]

I like it . The open back boasts like the Procat type design are what's popular now , but I would say just add many ppl use center consoles . It's the original fishing boat . They are nice because even on the open back boasts there's places on the boat you can't utilize just like my old side console, every boat has a purpose, and I like em all . I fish for a lot of different species so I think the CC will work good for me

[@offgridwhitetails8768]

Where are you located brother. Can’t understand why you only have 19k subscribers. Great channel.

[@FishinNStuff]

Im in Kings mountain NC , I appreciate that I'm growing, that's all that matter lol I appreciate you watching and commenting brother

[@carolemcconnell4651]

Want david to build boat trailer steps.he is awesome builder...

[@TNRVG]

How large is that livewell? Big enough for big cats?

[@TNRVG]

I should have waited to comment. It looks pretty big!

[@FishinNStuff]

Its 40 gallons , I wouldn't be afraid to put 2 60lbers in it and maybe another , haven't got to try it yet but the boat it 8' wide pretty much , well 96" and it runs from side to side . Its bigger than the camera makes it look lol . My buddy has the 60 gallon livewell his is twice as wide but mines longer

[@casualcarolinafishing5835]

I'd be pretty Mortified if I'd spent all that money for something I wasn't happy with too. Glad you Mortified that thing instead. 😜😂👍💯

[@FishinNStuff]

That dang auto correct lol , my wife was rushing me and I thought everything was right but it happens lol , I love the new boat just needed the perfect seat for it

[@casualcarolinafishing5835]

@@FishinNStuff 😂

[@mariaedwards4220]

gra Td

[@myadventureoutdoors]

When do I get to go fishing in your new boat?

[@FishinNStuff]

When ever your ready

[@angelcintron2122]

Hi. Can you please make a console for a 12 foot 32 inches wide Jonboat. Thanks.

[@FishinNStuff]

I'll have to give that some thought , but I ain't gonna say no lol

[@mattmorden3784]

What do those SeaArk leaning posts cost?

[@FishinNStuff]

They are 2 or 300 I can't remember the exact price

[@georgeshotrodbarn2113]

BUT, BUT, BUT, nice boat puff

[@FishinNStuff]

Thank you George , I appreciate it brother. I like it a lot just needed to get that seat straight lol

[@AAbreu004]

Your a bad dude!

[@ronniemonday]

Why didn't you just cut the length off the bottom end and re attach mounting brackets?

[@ronniemonday]

Never mind, I looked at it again😁

[@FishinNStuff]

@@ronniemonday I left that one up too my buddy , he's a really good fabricator and he has the tig welder haha . Check out the steps he built on my boat trailer steps video i made

[@hulkhuggett]

I'm having the same issue with my Lund 2070 cc. Now all you need to do is show us how to put a dang (swinging) backrest on it. ...it makes me wonder if anyone test drives these things after they build 'em. 🤦

[@andrew4806]

My grizzly 2072 needs that bad, stand up and steer kills my back and sitting down on the pad I cannot see over the bow fishing platform.

[@andrew4806]

Got a contact at seaark that I could buy the leaning/ sitting post?

[@mr.diyhowtopaintingwelding4479]

Iboats.com

[@FishinNStuff]

I'm sure if you have a SeaArk dealer near you they could order one , I agree a leaning post would be great on your boat I really like my 1754 and looked at the 1860s but SeaArk has more options, and the 1860s are like of plain next too the 2072

[@georgezink8256]

Did ua think ta put a spring loaded one ? To eject those unlikeable, guest like me . Lols ya can usem fer chumm when shark festen

[@FishinNStuff]

No but that's a great video idea lol

[@user-bc1th8iq9e]

Too bad they don't make it at sea ark

[@donthornton1957]

Make great boat better can't go wrong

[@FishinNStuff]

Yep that's what we got to do Haha thank you for watching brother, I appreciate it my friend

[@akbuilder7626]

Xpress boats are the same way. Not sure who is designing them but he needs to retire.

[@FishinNStuff]

Lol well someone from SeaArk contacted me about this video and hopefully they'll be improving them . Maybe someone should send a copy to Express too lol

[@FishinNStuff]

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