Pelican Bass Raider 10E: DIY Transom Modification!

[@panhandlepilot9363]

Great mod. I still can’t believe they don’t beef up the transom more from factory. Thanks for actually showing it in action as opposed to in the garage like most do.

[@Burnsronald10]

Just finished doing this modification to my 10e. Honestly is so cool how you used the original handle holes and didn’t have to screw or drill anything into the boat. Had to make a few adjustments and make some holes bigger but in the end it came out amazing. Great work!!!

[@stevencullen7888]

I did this modification to mine after watching your video. Worked amazing. Just want to say thanks.

[@maxcastfishing4357]

STEVEN CULLEN that’s great news-happy it worked for you! It’s my pleasure!

[@bradhuskers]

​@@maxcastfishing4357 is there any way you could ship me the exact materials for this transom support, including the hardware. and I will put it all together on my pelican bass raider. I'll pay you whatever it costs for the materials and the shipping.

[@c3po2324]

I'm thinking about getting one of these boats, and I love this Idea. I will for sure do this. But I will probably go all the way around just so I can add more stuff (because I overdo everything). Thank you for the great Idea.

[@jeremiah9932]

Super helpful! Going to be adding something like on my bass raider to help the flex I get from my 4hp Suzuki

[@maxcastfishing4357]

It will help out a ton! All the best!

[@hashtagjustadad5110]

I always wondered why they suggest no more tan a 30 # motor. Makes sense now. Thanks.

[@maxcastfishing4357]

Hashtag Just a dad yes sir! I don’t know if it’s just the older PBR10E boats that have the transom flex, but mine was too much for comfort.

[@jerryscrappielife]

Awesome work, yet again. You're the oracle of bass raider mods.

[@donniedickerson8077]

Good Job,, A Thought For This , IF, You Were doing this build and Went ahead with a small compartment say a battery box or dry storage it would take all the flex out when the box was decked , a place to mount lights ,or whatever as well , I'm on a build Mission now , I do fish in the river here so the trolling motor needs some help when I'm moving from one location to another, I'm looking at all ideas before I start this project, this has definite possibility ,I know for sure the outboard is a must for me , I Catfish alot , our water systems are free flowing no locks or dams , always a current to be found in them Depends On the water levels and that's all mother nature controlled , anyway ,Good Video gave me a idea or two

[@maxcastfishing4357]

Thanks for the kind words! I’m happy you got some ideas from it; that’s what’s all about! All the best with your build!

[@looney3574]

Man you just keep making some really cool upgrades!!!

[@lonestaroutdoorsman9652]

Awesome idea thanks I've been using a trolling motor

[@raymondwilcox4997]

Nice job on a great idea. I like your setup.

[@maxcastfishing4357]

Thanks for compliment! Fish on!

[@skepticalbill2644]

Countersink was the word you were looking for...lol...great video....😊

[@fishingwithvance]

Looks great! That motor really moves the Raider along. Love it. Have a great fishing season. Fish on!

[@maxcastfishing4357]

Fishing With Vance thanks, brother! I enjoy watching your videos; keep them coming!

[@jwlowe01]

Thanks for your input and if its ok with you I would love to use you designs?

[@maxcastfishing4357]

Jack Lowe yes, absolutely use it! I’ll try to add the measurements to the description ASAP.

[@jwlowe01]

Thank you!

[@nativedesignstudios]

Awesome idea thanks

[@maxcastfishing4357]

nativedesignstudios thanks!

[@stevencullen7888]

i just got a bass raider. first thing i noticed was the amount of flex from the 2.5 motor on the back. going to the store to go buy wood today and do this mod to mine.

[@dgalvan529]

Good stuff Charlie!

[@chucksmith5002]

Going to check mine out the next time i take it out i have a 3.3 mercury on it .

[@danh8751]

I have a 3.5 mercury on a 8'6" sundolphin sportsman. Never noticed a big transom flex

[@stephenehrlich3841]

Good Job Max

[@lemaycd]

it's funny....i just did someting reeeeaaal similar to my bass raider! wish i could share a pic or two! anyways nice work!

[@earlbates6574]

Nice. template still says pending. Had my pelican 8 out yesterday 1st time with a Honda 2.0 and the transom flexed enough to make me not want to use it again. Thanks

[@maxcastfishing4357]

Earl Bates I had the same issue - the transom saver gave me confidence in running the motor at full throttle. I am sorry for the delay on the template. The template is now in the description. It’s not the best, but hopefully it will get you started. All the best!

[@earlbates6574]

@@maxcastfishing4357 Thank you very much!!!!

[@thymekiller]

Very nice

[@kyleigh2643]

Looks great. Maybe I can use my 5 horse motor now but I would rather buy a two and a half or three and a half if I can scrape up the money I guess

[@sparkydv570]

I would add rod locker doors like I seen on another video. He used a couple hinges and put a board over the side rails. I can’t remember the video.

[@sparkydv570]

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[@walkerjw81]

Good, real, DIY. How has it held up? I need some reinforcement for my 10e also. I'm probably going to move my trolling battery to the front to even the weight out. Thinking about affixing a length of 1/4" stock bar across the bows to let the outboard push that too.

[@maxcastfishing4357]

James Walker the transom saver has held up perfect; no issues!

[@walkerjw81]

@@maxcastfishing4357 i made one and it works pretty good! I varied it a bit. Don't know if i can post pics though.

[@ggh8410]

Dude you are making me spend more money on my boat😂

[@maxcastfishing4357]

Gene Hillyer thankfully this mod is very cheap! 3 fence pickets should cover it - I’d say with hardware, screws, and wood it’s under $15. All the best!

[@kamarikai2565]

i guess it's quite randomly asking but do anyone know a good place to stream newly released series online ?

[@kadenkylo4448]

@Kamari Kai I would suggest FlixZone. You can find it by googling =)

[@baylorjacob7792]

@Kaden Kylo definitely, have been watching on flixzone for since march myself :)

[@kamarikai2565]

@Kaden Kylo Thank you, I went there and it seems to work =) Appreciate it !

[@JohnnyCab]

You should check the prop looks like it maybe out of balance

[@maxcastfishing4357]

Thanks for pointing it out! I’m not sure how to balance it though 🤷‍♂️

[@drjaywhitlock]

Would aluminum be lighter and be as strong or is there that much difference in the weight using wood to even worry about it?

[@Mister_Y]

I’m guessing wood is more accessible and easier to work with as well as no welding involved so he used what he could work with.

[@johnfisher6489]

What size is that motor and where did you get it?

[@vinceh5163]

Do you have the motor on boat when you drive to the location, or do you lay it down inside your boat?

[@2957howard]

Please share the measurements I just got this boat and it came with a 5 hp motor and I want to build this for my boat

[@maxcastfishing4357]

Jamie H template is now in the description, hopefully it will help get you started! All the best!

[@2957howard]

@@maxcastfishing4357 thank you God Bless

[@kerrywages9631]

Great job as always....How did you end up attaching the trim piece, glue or screws?

[@Burnsronald10]

I used the original bolts and screw that was on the boat

[@77bruinbear]

I'm gonna do that nice work! I live in Spring and I got a 10e earlier this year when Academy had a half off clearance sale and the boat was marked as clearance. Couldn't pass it up. Still trying to decided on a motor though. Are you still happy with your 2.5 or you wish you had the 3.5? God bless you sir

[@maxcastfishing4357]

Bruha Ha thanks for the kind words! The half off at Academy was a smoking deal - that’s awesome you were able to find one! I am completely happy with the 2.5, but now that I have the transom mod I would love to have the 3.5. God bless you, brother!

[@77bruinbear]

@@maxcastfishing4357 Thanks! I also just picked up a Suzuki 2.5 today for 500 and it looks almost brand new! What a blessing. Now just need to keep putting the pieces together until I have a sweet rig like you! God bless and keep the lines tight!

[@maxcastfishing4357]

Bruha Ha $500 is a great deal for that motor! Mod On!

[@lucky_number_11]

Hello from Tennessee. Curious how much weight do you think this added. Any issues with leaks thru those holes?

[@maxcastfishing4357]

Maybe 10 pounds? The added weight really is insignificant! I’ve had zero issues with leaks! I used the existing holes already in the boat. All the best!

[@avan2620]

When you transport the boat, do you take the outboard off and lay it on its side, or leave it on the transom?

[@maxcastfishing4357]

That's a very good question. I did originally make a motor-toter transom saver for transport, but decided not to use it given the motor is light enough to take on and off. I decided to transport the motor in my vehicle instead of leaving on the boat. All the best!

[@davidrangel9179]

Just curious, but could you also put an angle bracket to the wood floor for support

[@hooked_fish]

Hi good video one question , my pelican bass raider damage the black rubber bumper , how can I fixed it? O where can I find it ? Thanks

[@maxcastfishing4357]

Custom Design PR I’m really not too sure. If the bumper simply came off and just needs to be reattached, I would try using a marine grade sealant. The other option may be to contact Pelican to see if they sell replacements bumpers. All the best!

[@hooked_fish]

@@maxcastfishing4357 thank I'm calling it pelican , thanks

[@kerrywages9631]

Just picked up my first 3.5 hp Merc for my Bass Raider. I have a question re motor transport. Do you typically transport with motor on Bass Raider & trailer (w/ strap tie down) or remove motor while trailering ?

[@johnathonperez2557]

What are the dimensions of the two pieces that need to have the angles cut?

[@maxcastfishing4357]

Hello! There is a template for the transom saver in the description section for this video. All the best!

[@johnathonperez2557]

The angle I used was a 35 degree and it fit fine. So the angle cuts are 35 degrees and 45 degrees.

[@carlgarrison369]

How well do you tho k this would work with a 6hp mercury?

[@darrencrofford7367]

Just curious when you go fishing, do you travel with your motor on the boat, or do you take it off? Also, if you travel with it on the boat do you use a extension transom saver, or do you strap it down with the motor completely down or in a tilted position?

[@maxcastfishing4357]

Darren Crofford this is a very good question. I do not keep the motor on the boat when traveling on the road. This setup tends to bounce pretty easy with road bumps and I think the added weight would damage these plastic boat transoms. With the new transom reinforcement, I have considered leaving the motor on with short trips where I know I won’t go faster than 55mph and the road bumps are minimal, but I’m still just not sure I will. I was working on a transoms saver/motor-toter but haven’t finished it. I too was wondering what would be best; having the shaft straight down or angled. I think it would be better to have the motor tilted up some to place some of the weight over the top of the transom. For now, I think I’ll just take it on and off. I have transported the motor in the floorboard of the boat (centered over the trailer axles) with it strapped down for a 2 hour road trip and it road nice. All the best!

[@darrencrofford7367]

@@maxcastfishing4357 Thanks so much for the info. I just boat a new mercury 4 stroke 3.5 hp and was just curious of how you were traveling with your motor. Thanks again.

[@drfrog777]

I have a yamaha 2.5 that i put in my truck during transit and put on boat at water. Bounces to much while on there. I did notice alot of movement also when in the water. Did you notice the boat planing better with this addon?

[@Fajah69]

I just bought a 4.5 Johnson. Do you think it is safe if I use it on my Bass Raider and just not go full throttle?

[@maxcastfishing4357]

With the 4.5 it should move pretty fast, but I would be worried about that transom flex. If you make the transom mod it should help! All the best!

[@Fajah69]

@@maxcastfishing4357 Holy moly I just tested the 4.5HP it is so fast. I have terrible flex, the aluminum bracket is digging into the plastic. I need this mod and I should be good. Thanks!

[@maxcastfishing4357]

@@Fajah69 I can imagine how that transom looked; but I bet it would be sweet with 4.5 pushing the Raider. Be careful when you turn, as even the 2.5 can give you that sensation of throwing you off the boat. All the best!

[@Fajah69]

@@maxcastfishing4357 thanks again, I did it a little differently but you got credit for the idea kzbin.info/www/bejne/bGSmo4OoqbCsqsU

[@maxcastfishing4357]

@@Fajah69 looks good! Have you tested it with the 4.5 yet?!

[@bradhuskers]

just bought the bass raider. can I run my suzuki 6 hp? or should I strengthen the transom like you did?

[@bass_stache]

How much weight did that add to the boat?

[@JamesWerner-vy6zy]

What's the horsepower on that mercury

[@maxcastfishing4357]

@@JamesWerner-vy6zy 2.5hp

[@joshuawirth1503]

Do you need a boat license for this?

[@alanstansbery]

how does your boat cover work with the no flex build when strapping to the trailer from the back?

[@maxcastfishing4357]

Alan Stansbery it still works just fine! It’s a little tighter, but still works.

[@alanstansbery]

@@maxcastfishing4357 would like to see a video of your boat cover on it, just to see the difference. You could add it into a video of fishing or something!!! By the way I don't live that far from you, I am in Longview, TX maybe we can take our raiders out one day!

[@dingdingding4033]

Where would one order those seats

[@maxcastfishing4357]

The back seat was an extra from my dads nitro boat, the front one is from Academy. All the best!

[@cjlloyd81]

Did you use 1x6 treated for the brace?

[@johnfisher6489]

What size motor is that and where did you get it

[@Mister_Y]

What length shaft is your motor?

[@jwlowe01]

What HP is your motor and what would be the highest hp that would still be ok on this mount. thanks for the video.

[@jwlowe01]

also, what's the most weight for a motor to weigh on these and still be safe?

[@maxcastfishing4357]

This is the 2.5hp Mercury (15 inch shaft). I think the newer Raiders are rated for 3.5hp. I am really not sure how much bigger of a motor this modification would allow. I would certainly fell comfortable at least trying a 5hp with it, but I don't have one or know anyone who does. All the best!

[@dgriffin6074]

@@maxcastfishing4357 I have a Suzuki 2.5 hp which I think weighs only 29 pounds. I leave it on the transom in tilted position when towing the boat. Seems to be OK.

[@maxcastfishing4357]

Daryl Griffin thanks for letting me know this. I’ve gone back and forth whether I should try it or not. Have you traveled at freeway speeds with it (say 70mph)?

[@2957howard]

It still shows pending please share the measurements

[@michaelyolch79]

Pssh! I got a Merc 250 on my Pelican Bass Raider. HAHA!

[@maxcastfishing4357]

Michael Yolch I’d love to see that 😮

[@dgriffin6074]

Have any other Pelican Bass Raider 10e owners had a problem with water accumulation in between the hull layers? When I tilt mine it sounds like quite a bit of water is in there, and it is difficult, with the factory positions of the bow drain plugs to drain the water out. I, literally, have to lift the stern over my head. Any comments re this?

[@maxcastfishing4357]

Daryl Griffin I’ve personally never had this issue.

[@georgefaulk2528]

I have the same issue. In my case water gets into the hull because the bow drain plugs do not seal properly, pop lose when on the water and from the seam of the hull. It's not much water, but is a pain to drain out.

[@kerrywages9631]

@@georgefaulk2528 Installed two drain plugs at the rear. Much easier to drain.

[@ethandiller6354]

How fast does it go with the 2.5 hp motor

[@maxcastfishing4357]

Ethan Diller a brisk 7mph if I position my weight just right in the boat! It’s almost double the fastest speed on the trolling motor. All the best!

[@doug.a.2665]

jeez ..I'm dizzy now

[@slotcarj]

so i see u made this 4 years ago how did it hold up i did the same thing an my boat broke every place i attached the wood just started to breakaway an i did it almost exactly the same way .

[@maxcastfishing4357]

@@slotcarj mine is still holding up great! I fish out of this boat normally at least once a week. No issues with anything breaking. I do keep my boat in garage and out of the elements. All the best!