PART - 2: Sea Eagle Foldcat 375fc inflatable boat post-modifications and specs.

[@finderlifebound6961]

For everyone asking about the slats. Just get a 8' x 4' piece of plywood and cut the four pieces to fit. They don't have to be mounted, they can just sit there as long as you don't stand on the end it'll be fine. I used beadboard because I only need a deck so my dog isn't walking on the middle vinyl section.

[@TinyBoatNation]

I concur

[@jeffrankin4234]

How to add the extra cross slats ? Thx !

[@Grumpyolegrunt]

Hahaha look at ya now brother! Just murdering it wit TBN builds!!!! You’ve come a long way my boy!!!! You keep making them and we will keep watching! Thanks

[@deanchavis6149]

this is the best mod of this boat I have seen. Looks great

[@zubbs4]

Where did you buy the extra slats?

[@zacharya.mikowski7073]

This is Great! Thanks for the inspiration. I’m calling to order more decking and supports.

[@wvoutdoorman]

thanks for the review. I have been thinking about this boat for a long time

[@ashleyrussell3145]

I just bought this second hand for 400 bucks and it came With some accessories but now seeing yours I wanna upgrade more

[@alexpinheiro4622]

Great information. I got a question for you the raised rod holder with the Berkely rod Holder how did you get it them to fit I have the exact same setup but mine won't fit just wondering did you drill it out to fit ? Thanks in advance.

[@alexpinheiro4622]

By adding extra slats can you still fold it up with out removing them?

[@TinyBoatNation]

No

[@Jaxboardman]

Where did you purchase the extra aluminum slats for the deck?

[@sheaperry7018]

Where did you get planks? Just purchased one uses and love the idea if adding more planks Instead or the wood

[@davidkirkwoodsr3457]

I've got the same boat,absolutely love it,, I really like the mods.youve made,,unfortunately mine is stock,, due to back disc issues I haven't had mine out in 10 yrs..

[@ia6980]

Sad, get urself a regular boat

[@theinnocent714]

Where can i buy extra slats?

[@russellwhite8628]

do you take this down often or keep it on the trailer in the video? I like to keep mine in the jeep I tow behind the motor home. do you find with the extra slates etc cause issues in breaking it down?

[@michaelpoe5548]

I love your video. I'm going to get one of these boats after watching this. I have two questions. How does it do on moving water? And you talk about umbrellas instead of a canopy. How are those set up?

[@roberthill8858]

Hi, just found a used 375fc , going to go see it this week, question, where do I find the HULL number ?

[@markbauman2387]

How did you fasten down the extra slats?

[@gyoung1455]

Hey Mike...great mod video. I have a question -- in regards to the taller (13-14") seat pedestals you're using...did you need to add any additional structural support, or do you use them with the out-of-the-box quick-release mounts provided with the boat? I took my new 375FC out today for her maiden voyage, and can definitely see a benefit to a taller seat. Thanks!

[@rickfeitz6888]

Where did you order the slats board and the stabilizer bars from And how much did it cost Looking to mod my Sea eagle 375fc

[@MrArlenBrazill]

Me too. I can't find the slats anywhere.

[@JDSK1234]

Michael, Great design by the way. Question; Where did you get the extra boards? Sea-eagle does not want to sell them. Jose Del Solar,

[@4ryanthomas]

Good video Mike!! :)

[@ronferrari5114]

Cool Video! Nice modifications to your boat. I have a 375fc and having problems keeping the under mounts hooked on to the slats. I have loosen up the top screws and tried to pull the plastic part back into the clip, but they don't hold. Can you tell me the best way to get to get them back in and secure. Thanks!

[@ericbiedenbach2590]

Michael, I got my Fold Cat 375 and 4 extra slats plus the taller pedestals. My pedestals are adjustable also. I got my pedestals from Amazon.com. You have to make sure you order the Wise brand pedestals to work with the quick release seat mounts. There is another brand of pedestal that is adjustable but it is too small to work with the quick release. I can't wait to take it out soon.

[@ericbiedenbach2590]

Eric Biedenbach I also bought running lights that attach by c-clamp for night fishing.I bought those on Amazon.com also.

[@ericbiedenbach2590]

they are great! They are much better than the ones they send with the boat. You can acutally see overtop the lake instead at water level with the lower ones provided.

[@williambarton496]

hi michael, i have a flat bed trailer carpit covered. the fold cat material slides hard over the carpet. is there a material made that will make the fold cat slide easier?

[@laurensmallrodriguez9079]

where did you order your deck slats from? Can't find on Sea Eagle

[@karensavageau4622]

What size shaft did you purchase when you bought the 4hp mercury?

[@TinyBoatNation]

It was a short shaft

[@karensavageau4622]

@@TinyBoatNation thank you soooo much!

[@mrdrh99]

hey buddy... how fast does that outboard push you?

[@6771100]

Great mods Mike! Can you provide me with the motor mount transom dimensions and the forward mount dimentions where you attached your trolling motor & fish finder? Looks like you doubled up the front mount. What was you thinking there? Thanks! Steve

[@adventureswithfrodo2721]

what did u do to make a wooden floor? is ist fesible to use 12 inch wide boards, if so what kind would your recommend?

[@finderlifebound6961]

Why can't you use four pieces of plywood?

[@ia6980]

Thanks 4 sharing... are these more comfortable than non deck inflatables?

[@TinyBoatNation]

For fishing, yes

[@travisskinner4198]

I've read a few bad stories from people that were unable to get the additional floorboards from Sea Eagle. are those aftermarket, or decking or did you get them from SE?

[@travisskinner4198]

there seems to be lot of people with the same question and no answer. Are you a sea eagle rep? If not provide the info..

[@paulderanek7164]

I recently bought a new Foldcat 375FC; I've only had it on the water once, a few days ago. I fish alone. I discovered that when I, the battery & Minn-Kota 55 are in the boat, the bow is clear of the water. I can't find any longer replacement cables or extensions so I can put the battery in the bow. Do you have any suggestions?

[@paulderanek7164]

I contacted Minn Kota & they said extending the cables was fine, suggested #6 cable. I used jumper cables (4 ga) cut the clips off. Worked great.

[@Greg-n-Simba]

Why didn't you go with solid deck panel's instead of the aluminum slats?

[@TinyBoatNation]

Weight

[@20oldenough]

Michael, a couple of quick questions: 1) I couldn't get a good look in the video, how are you storing the oars? 2) I like the idea of stabilizing the transom mount for more HP, but I'd like to avoid having to use a trailer. This means that I need to keep it easy to break down and stow. Do you think using shorter and thinner, but still inflexible, stabilizer bars that extend to just below the rear seat (on both sides of the pedestal) and are attached underneath with the knurled knobs, to keep the deck as clutter free as possible, might work? This would allow me to break it down in less than a minute of added time. Great Mods!

[@FranciscoGarzaT]

Hi there. Do you remember what shaft length (15" or 20") your outboard had for the Foldcat?

[@FranciscoGarzaT]

@@TinyBoatNation Thanks for getting back to me on this. I really appreciate your time to reply. If you did it again would you still use the short shaft 15" or long 20"?

[@russellwhite8628]

hard to tell how you mounted the oars can you provide some detail thanks

[@ewcamaewcama]

where did u by the higher chair pedistals?

[@kipw.5420]

The weight restriction for this boat states 650 lbs. Just a guess here, but it looked to me like you were carrying more that 650 lbs. Have you had any significant problems with the weight?

[@insta_pmak]

Great video on the mods for the Foldcat. Just wondering, I tried to put a Minn Kota 55 lbs traxxis trolling motor on the bow and reversed the propeller by unscrewing it. When I attempted to use it, I noticed that the motor on the bow doesn't seem to control the foldcat properly. In other words if I turned the bow mount towards the left, you would expect the foldcat to move forward leftwards, but instead all that kept on happening was the foldcat would just spin 360 degrees and I would just end up going in circles as opposed to actually going forwards towards the left or towards the right. I had 2 people on that foldcat at that time. Did you every experience that at all? Just curious.

[@matthewcampbell4947]

I just bought a Foldcat and also put my trolling motor on the bow. The same thing was happening to me. When I would go forward the back of the boat would spin around. I thought it was due to all of the weight being up front and not enough in the back. Let me know if you figured it out.

[@timkropf4648]

I'm guessing it's because the wash from the motor is channeled between the pontoons and doesn't really escape the draft of the pontoons. If you turned in very small increments, maybe you could still steer?

[@DonStarzyk]

Where do you purchase slats

[@curtbennett8402]

I fish about half mile off shore mild waves and wind. Would take it on the ocean? Up to 2 miles out some times. Please give your opinion.

[@finderlifebound6961]

I mean it IS called a Sea Eagle...

[@curtbennett8402]

What state are you living in?

[@finderlifebound6961]

@@curtbennett8402 Florida, why?

[@curtbennett8402]

If you where in California we could fish

[@finderlifebound6961]

@@curtbennett8402 I'm building out a 4x4 GMC right now and the Sea Eagle is going in its bag on the roof rack, therefore I have a boat wherever I go. Gonna be checking out Cali as one of my first stops.

[@adventureswithfrodo2721]

where did you get the extra aluminum slats for the flooor.

[@adventureswithfrodo2721]

@@TinyBoatNation so you have anofher 375fc. Any suggestions what to do if you dont hzvd another 375fc?

[@adventureswithfrodo2721]

@@TinyBoatNation I contacted Sea Eagle and they said the slats would be 85$ but are not available.

[@ureyezonmewitnv696]

Hey bud i love the way your fold cat look i want to do the same to mine did you get a extra set of the assambly bars to hold those slats i already contact sea eagle to see if the still selling the slats also how stron is the glue you use to put the fins reason why i am asking is i got my pontoon for free like 2 years back and the have a hole like probably 2"1/2 the not that bad but i got it for free it look like new a guy the was working with me give to me becuse i am like you i breath fishing i have a 12'jon boat and a 14' and you right about day and night i havent use mine yet because that hole but i want to do the full deck on mine i will appreciated any advices thanks

[@ericbiedenbach2590]

Could you show us in a video how you attached the additional floor boards? I am looking to buy this boat and I'm interested in adding that modification.

[@ericbiedenbach2590]

***** I'm mainly interested in how the added floor boards were attached and the hardware used.

[@ericbiedenbach2590]

Eric BiedenbachAlso where did you get the taller pedestals for your seats?

[@terribleatfishing]

how are the extra slats attached? thank you

[@TinyBoatNation]

I had them from my previous boat

[@BoboAthanassion]

Great video! Thanks! Is there a limit on motor weight I can use on this boat? Also, do you know the weight limit this boat can handle and where is the trolling motor battery and fuel for your outboard stored? I didn't see any batteries or fuel storage setup. I did see a battery box used for misc. stuff. Good idea!. Thanks again.

[@ewcamaewcama]

where did yo buy the additional planks? And how did yo attach

[@ewcamaewcama]

***** cool, ur boat looks amazing

[@CollegeGearDotCom]

How do you do the planks. I read your comments but I don't get it :)

[@CollegeGearDotCom]

cool, thanks for the insight and creativity to this

[@edag8157]

Would 1x4 work as well or 2x4 is the way to go? Concerned about the weight. I’m 6’3 300lbs. Lol

[@markgitomer5404]

@@edag8157the boards on my foldcat are 3/4 inches thick. I was going to cut 4 pieces of 52.5 x 8 (inch) boards out of a 4x8x3/4 piece of plywood. Paint them or seal them somehow. Run 2 aluminum square tubes (if I can find them )under the already installed sea eagle planks. Screw the tubes to the those planks. Than screw or bolt the wood planks to those tubes. I’ll counter sink the bolt/ screw holes. That’s the plan I have in my head anyway. I called local aluminum suppliers and they said you can’t get aluminum as thick as the planks sea eagle uses. I’m also going to put something under the planks to protect the material from abrasion. Jo Ann fabrics sells pliable plastic sheeting in their fabric section

[@roberthill8858]

Where do i get the extra boards for the deck?

[@TinyBoatNation]

You can’t get them. You have to make them.

[@roberthill8858]

@@TinyBoatNation any help in that area ?

[@roberthill8858]

A little clue” like where” do I find the material, is it like 10’ section, how wide 10” , 14”? How thick, 1/2”, 5/8” ? Iam in Indio and can come the Havasu if you make some for me….

[@stevenw76]

Whats the maximum horse power for this boat?

[@TinyBoatNation]

3hp

[@terrybradley8165]

Where did u get the extra slats

[@StevenGodlewski]

@@TinyBoatNation I know this is an older video but thinking about reviving my old foldcat from the shelf its been on for a few years. I saw the oak reply and thought why not use the same composite deck boards as you would use on house. Too much flex?

[@wesleyg4386]

Nice but breathe. You sound like you're on speed. Looks cool what I don't like about it is the small gap between each board just not a fan of it too easy to catch your foot, that's what it looks like especially if you have your kids on there. Are some minor modifications I would do but I actually like it better stock.

[@davetorres1053]

where did you get your parts. Sea Eagle wants a fortune for their parts.

[@ewcamaewcama]

Sorry, i mean the additional slats you put in

[@naturestrail2296]

Where did you get the extra aluminum platform planks?

[@TinyBoatNation]

From a 2nd boat

[@naturestrail2296]

@@TinyBoatNation WOW, that's a little more expensive route than I'd hoped I suppose. Lol. Sure looks nice though

[@mrdrh99]

hey buddy... how fast does that outboard push you?

[@md50md]

How did you add the extra slats, did you glue them?

[@frankiedoor515]

Michael Lopez h

[@dudeacussgaming]

Where do you get the extra panels do you have to buy them from sea eagle?

[@Aviatorbill]

I contacted Sea Eagle and they do not stock them and per previous reply from TBN you will likely have to make them. I will need to get dimensions and go to a local metal supplier. Aluminum not cheaqp at the moment.

[@stevenschaub3380]

Where did you buy the extra slats for the deck?

[@TinyBoatNation]

I didn't. I had them from another boat.

[@edq5505]

@@TinyBoatNation how did you attach the additional slats? I found a used one for cheap that I can get the slats from