Restoring A DESTROYED Bass Cat From Facebook Marketplace (Ep.3)

Things are finally looking up for the Bass Cat! Its time to get to work!
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[@TightlineTV]

What’s up yall! Drop me some ideas for updates 👇👇👇

[@billwhite7099]

Before you dive into the seadek, I've heard that it leaves gaps in the hatch tracks. So you might want to get a small piece to start with to see if it will match up. I'd like to see a recessed foot control well on the front deck for your trolling motor.

[@silooutdoors5738]

@@billwhite7099 I put seadeck in my boat after the previous owner used textured paint and I do have gaps between the hatches but I don’t regret any of it and I did my whole boat for ab 400 bucks

[@billwhite7099]

@@silooutdoors5738 when I heard that I was wondering could you run trim pieces on the edge, or is there not enough space for that?

[@rhysvandord5910]

plese carpet it, it will make it the cleaniest and nicesest

[@ryanwongfishing2695]

Gunnel led light upgrade are inexpensive and nice.

[@coeymccollum9465]

Before you ever start the motor make sure to run premix. The vro, the fuel pump that mixes the oil & gas are known to fail on motors of that age/Era sending straight gas to the carbs & killing the powered head.

[@TightlineTV]

Going to delete the oil tank Forsure. That’s what everyone has said

[@scottmcgowan3559]

For the cockpit I would use SeaDek and the rest I would use the 24 oz carpet from Bass Cat. The cockpit is the last part to dry and SeaDek will help with that.

[@paintballerj5575]

You have to be careful with putting that heavy of carpet in and old boat like that. Because if it wasn’t spaced out for that thick of carpet, then it will make it very hard to open and close the lids. But I definitely agree with the sea deck in the cockpit and the heaviest carpet that you can install and still be able to open and close the lids

[@OutdoorLimits]

Been waiting for this to drop. Following this series like an addict

[@TightlineTV]

Thanks! Trying to get more vids out faster for yall!

[@garrettday7853]

While you have it open, plan accordingly for additional lights or any other accessories to run wires now! Keep it up man, also seadek it and put some leds for ambient night light

[@jefishingtackle5928]

Man I love these videos. I just got a 90 bass cat with duel consoles. Picked the boat up for basically $500. I am currently about to restore the boat myself. This is giving me useful information to help me along with my build. Keep them coming. Will be waiting for the next one.

[@stevenkirby7478]

What look like dryer vent hoses are for the bilge/bottom while underway.

[@downdirty8543]

I’ve been restoring old bass boats for the last 15-20 years. They are never fun when it comes to rot. I’ve only ever removed one cap and that was on an 89 Ranger that probably should have been burned lol. With lots of sweat equity I managed to resurrect the old girl. Once the foundation of the boat was solid I set my focus on the transom. The boat was completely redone, everything was new including a new 250hp merc and a ghost trolling motor, all new electronics. I remember the day I took it to the lake to test it. It was epic, she ran like a dream, was fast as hell and handled really rough water like a dream. Was it worth it...yes! Did I make a profit....no! Anything to do with a bass boat is expensive. I think I could have saved a ton of time and money and just bought a really nice used boat but I was committed and giving up wasn’t an option. We used that boat for the entire summer that year and I sold it in order to move on to another build. My favorite part is literally breathing new life into something no one ever thought would be functional again. In the end, I can’t think of anything I’d do different aside from very minor things and that boat set into motion a boat restoration building spree that I have truly loved. Keep up the great work, I really like the series. Need any help holler. I’d be happy to assist.

[@Sean9.8]

Hey man I have a old bass cat and I highly recommend leaving one of the gas tanks out unless you are planning on making long runs . Those old boats didn’t leave room for the new battery issues and space that we need now days.also those are just vents for the gas department. P.S. if you go just one tank leave the passenger side in to help distribute the weight if you run alone

[@deoncoetzee6206]

Going through the same issues unfortunately i had to rip out all the ribs and strainers and doing everything new and fresh. Keep up the good work i enjoy your uploads. Cheers from South Africa. 🤙

[@garyhightower8105]

Keep up the good work Bass Cat is a solid boat. You could use some 1/8 inch aluminum angle at the joint up top and bottom for a bit of extra strength also but keep it up n you’ll have a very nice rig my man

[@laddy7166]

Flat out love this series! IMO, Sea Deck in the cockpit and the 24 ounce BCB carpet with padding up front. BCB for the win!

[@bobsworld8145]

I hope you go with carpet. I like the original look and I think that Sea deck will be really Hot in the sun .. I'm excited to see what you go with it's looking great 😊👍

[@theodorereading5785]

Glad to see you saving the old girl Yes it’s a bent tube for the gas Out them back in and use pvc pipe and hard pipe it

[@jeffbrummette6357]

I just like your energy on this restore. Just build it baby build!

[@ChaseJamesTKD]

Absolutley loving this series. So much so that it’s inspired to try and do the same thing. Looking for those deals on Facebook marketplace.

[@TightlineTV]

Find a good one!

[@cooper2220]

So the GF and the boat are both keeper's 😆. Definitely put the sea deck or eva foam in the bottom seating area. In my opinion and I've been doing this same thing for the past 12 years, in order of priority for bass boat fishing it, trailer#1, outboard #2 battery compartment #3. If those are solid your set!

[@d606]

Drill out one of the holes that held battery's down to wood in back by gas tank , more than likely the area of foam under gas tanks will be water logged and need replaced .

[@Ezbandit]

I’m not sure if you’ve gotten into the motor yet, but I’m following along with you. I have the same motor on my old school ebbtide thats giving me troubles. The VRO2 pump specifically of course. Lol

[@russellparker9231]

Awesome results…..keep going!! Sea deck in the cockpit, padded carpet on the decks.

[@basswhisperer4803]

Definitely SeaDeck. Definitely would service the outboard. Minn Kota Ultrex or Garmin Force trolling motor. Garmin's up front with LiveScope. And 1 Garmin and 1 Lowrance at the console. 2 PowerPoles. 36v Amp Outdoors Lithiums and 1 Lithium for the cranking Battery, with a PowerPro Charge or a NoCo Genesis.

[@ShaneJMcNair]

Combination of carpet and Sea Deck. Carpet the deck of the boat, that keeps water spray down when running. The Sea Deck in the cockpit area for faster draining and drying of the cockpit floor. (That's a Rick Pierce recommendation). The vapor vent hoses should extend to the bottom of the boat to remove heavy gas vapors. Some boats have bilge fans connected to each hose to mechanically purge the area with fresh air, as well. Don't paint anything you're only asking for paint flaking problems later. Pressure washing with a industrial cleaner is best for all the dirty hatch areas. Expect a little stain in areas, it's an older boat. Buffing the boat's gel coat with 3M polishing compound will bring back the mirror shine to the exterior gel coat. Hope this is helpful information 🍺🎣

[@MrAcekoomboom]

Hey change out the antisiphon valve on top of the fuel caps. Easy to do it now instead of when they go out and in the boat. They usually break it they are the aluminum ones so just be careful.

[@aidenjackson4927]

you need to replace them they are the exhaust for the fumes make sure one brings in air and one faces opposite to let the fumes out

[@csemrau]

The vents are for a blower to get gas fumes out of compartment. You should have an on/off switch for it on dash.

[@randymiller5200]

Yes that white hose is there to vent the battery compartment of gas fumes and heat.

[@andyluna2476]

Whats up Bud i was wondering if you tackled all the wiring iam also going to start my project on a 1990 nitro all that wiring looks intemidating to me do you have a vid on that thanks

[@adammartin7237]

I like the idea of sea deck in the cockpit, that area gets dirty so it would let you just power wash it out. carpet the rest, can't wait to see how it turns out.

[@NuSkwel]

How’d you remove the hose going to the gas tank? I’m having a hard time getting it out, tight fit

[@ronnysjolund5717]

Bcb carpet on both decks, seadeck or bcbs new material in the cockpit floor and in the compartments!

[@floydgreer5313]

Yes, you need to replace the hose(s) to vent the fuel and battery compartment.

[@TightlineTV]

Heard!

[@jeffjones183]

Finally! I've been waiting for the next episodes of this channel! More I watch, more motivation it gives me on my pantera. I looked into seadek, but went with carpet. Can't wait for more footage...especially from the back end now #team bass cat

[@TightlineTV]

trying to get more vids out sooner! Thanks for sticking around!

[@coreykinnamon2609]

This is by far my favorite series to date on KZbin. Love your channel and I’ve been checking daily for update videos. As far as the stringers you will be just fine. Literally best case scenario here. Seadek is absolutely amazing as well! Me and my dad just did his triton in seadek and it’s so much better than carpet if your wallet can handle the price.

[@joemclainfishing7820]

Did you install yourself? Or have it done somewhere?

[@TightlineTV]

Love to hear that. Thankyou! Leaning towards sea deck!

[@coreykinnamon2609]

@@joemclainfishing7820 we did it ourself. It wasn’t that bad. There are patterns you can use to hide small imperfections.

[@kennethnielsen6473]

Props to you! I have restored a few Lunds that were left to waste. I would leave the tanks out until you get all the wiring sorted Incase you have to lay I there and do splicing or rewiring. I would think once you have a motor that turns over and all you pumps are replaced and rewired you would be able to install the tanks back in. Then work on getting the motor running from the outside of the boat. It would hurt to see if you can get it to turn over and do a compression check on it.

[@TightlineTV]

True, I’m prob going to try and run it before anything.

[@Army_Outdoors_88N]

Is awesome video dude. I would definitely add seadeck and I would add a bunch of LED lighting in and around the boat. That's Something I want to add to mine for low light conditions

[@stryid9305]

I love this series keep them coming

[@TheNorthwestWind]

digging this series so far daddy

[@charliekorabek3846]

Sea deck definitely! No carpet if you can help it! Awesome job on the Stringer and tanks!

[@TightlineTV]

Thankyou!

[@GO_OutDoors]

Yes replace the vent hose's and check the blower motors. You don't want gas fume duild up inside or you can get a BIG BOOM!!

[@TightlineTV]

😅 quality info here hahah

[@coldone25]

Looking at your wiring that would be my biggest worry after fixing the runners

[@bradgunn7689]

Been watching the progress with my 10 year old son! Keep er goin!

[@TightlineTV]

Love to hear that, I’m all in!

[@stacenhartland9777]

Seadek it brother! Looking awesome!

[@robertmccorkle9656]

You are doing great. Keep up the good work.

[@TightlineTV]

Thanks!

[@leebo834]

Go ahead and run wires for trolling motor and bow electronics.

[@whitebass16]

Add sea deck , 2-12" hummingbird solid and a mega 360... then give the boat to me..lol.. I've always wanted a basscat

[@johnhumphreys9732]

The new fuel lines should be ethanol proof!!!! It expensive fuel line but 100% worth it. My old Camaro we replaced the lines in the fuel tank and going to the steel lines 3 times until I found the correct line.

[@noahheninger881]

Sure hope that motor turns and it doesn’t have a scored cylinder otherwise you’ll be up for an expensive re-power after all the work on the hull. Might consider scoping those cylinders if you have the ability….

[@fishaholic122]

I would not put those tanks or tank back in unless all the wiring and and lines an cables r takin care of, luv all the room to work

[@brandonmiller819]

SEADECK!! That would make it look so clean!

[@broudeclark1244]

i want to see some engine work, because i have the same johnson on my 85 skeeter.

[@TightlineTV]

Very soon!

[@whitebass16]

Yes replace the vent hoses

[@jamesstewart2560]

I was going to get a cheap $2000ish bass boat. I think I will just stick to small v hull or flat bottoms. There’s so much that goes into these bass boats. That rot scares me lol. I think I’ll stick to a more simple boat where not much can go wrong.

[@leeadams5941]

Having built several boats, I love Sea Dec, if i ordered a new Bass Cat I would order it with SeaDec and not carpet...flats boat, seadec ....never had stained, water logged carpet again

[@Kale-xn1dn]

Do your monthly mtb’s count as a purchase

[@crappiejoebaits1759]

Seadek all day . I did half of my boat in carpet and the other half in seadek . It looks so good .

[@TightlineTV]

It does look sweet!

[@bradenkey6686]

Do the sea deck in the floor and carpet on the front and back deck like bass cat does!

[@chrisbarber1020]

I like a mixture of both

[@gilmerpuckett4735]

Use carbon core to repair your stringers 10 times stronger than plywood dig rot out of bad one drill holes in existing stringers insert some metal dowels one side to other lay glass back to sides of stringers leave tops open pour carbon core glass the tops back will outlast boat they use it to rebuild transom rebuilt transom on Stratos the carbon core is awesome

[@jeffjacobs2343]

Love these videos feel like I check everyday b4 one drops lol

[@TightlineTV]

Haha hit the notification bell! Going to get more vids out ASAP!

[@kclark1701]

Dude, your wife is a saint! If she's willing to get in there with you and work on that boat and especially those gas tanks.... a saint.

[@TightlineTV]

She’s the best

[@Jcestanley]

I’d seadek the console floor but carpet the rest only cuz it’s an older boat and the carpet should cover more than the seadek will.

[@maddgoatee9708]

I would replace venting tubing. Gas fumes from your tanks can collect in the bilge creating the potential for a powerful and dangerous explosion. I'd like to see AquaTraction flooring and light strips. Your girlfriend did a fantastic job on those gas tanks.

[@TightlineTV]

Good info, thanks!

[@jpfishing5307]

its looking good bro keep at it

[@TightlineTV]

Thanks bro👊🏻

[@jerryscray1789]

that's a wire nightmare I would definately tidy that up

[@richreid7098]

I don't see any comments on those hoses. They are very important. They are vents to remove gas fumes.

[@BIGDIAZHooked]

dope video bro!!! quick question where do you get your music track?

[@TightlineTV]

Thanks bro, I pay monthly for a website that has music for me to use. Called Artlist and epidemic sound

[@WillStorey_]

Those vents aren't necessary but they do help

[@tylerorefice8541]

Sea deck the cockpit but go with carpet for the rest

[@ThePursuit.20]

I want to see sea deck on this boat it would look amazing and want to see light strips put in on this boat to

[@TightlineTV]

What color sea deck ?

[@ThePursuit.20]

What color tints are you going to add I was think a red or blue one depending on what colors your going for other things around the boat I think red would go hard

[@randymiller5200]

I just did what you did with your gas tanks. Take your old gas to the closest land fill or dump site. They have tanks to dump that old gas in.

[@TightlineTV]

Good to know!!

[@randybarger8649]

Could have filled with Sea cast if cut right it’s a great peoduct

[@TightlineTV]

The glass on the side was toast. So not much I coulda done to fill it sadly

[@andrewilliams1518]

Sea deck and paint

[@whitebass16]

Pour the old gas along a fence row Kills grass and weeds for months

[@JoeSmith-pe5qv]

fresh air vents for gas fumes you need them

[@briand8180]

Awesome series being I’m looking for a cheaper bass boat with the likelihood of having to do some TLC to it. Keep it up

[@TightlineTV]

Thanks man! Hope you find yourself a solid boat!

[@stevenkirby7478]

Replace all wiring. Download a Bass Cat wiring legend and then order "tinned" marine wire. Good place is Pacer Group. I've reqired several boats to factory colors and it's no big deal.

[@TightlineTV]

Def thinking about it!

[@deborahcincotta3600]

ID DO SEA DECK FOR SURE SO MUCH EASIER TO KEEP CLEAN FOR SURE

[@bubbadodge07]

Screw see deck. It seems way more expensive than it's worth just get some high grade 24 oz boat carpet

[@chayzonesmith5966]

Carpet!!!! 🤘🤘🤘🤘

[@Dark30Outdoors]

Are you a Hummingbird guy, Lowrance guy or Garmin guy? 5”, 7” or 10” or 12”? I’ve got a HB 7.

[@TightlineTV]

I used hiking birds mostly, but I’m going garmin on this one

[@TheCanttakeme]

I wouldnt recommend carpet if it can be avoided, its a pain in the butt to clean compared to seadeck or other similar products, doesnt retain water like carpet does, and there are much more options for color schemes, different feathers like an infloor ruler, logos, stuff like that that can look really good with seadeck vs carpet. coming from someone that did carpet, I wish I did seadeck and will likely be pulling out my carpet to use seadeck this winter.

[@sabertoothdog20]

Dude when you posting some more content

[@claudequeen6614]

when you get through with that boat that I mean you're doing an excellent job your your girlfriend or wife they she done a great job on them gas tanks looks like brand new tanks again but you got the inside that boat spotless brother they really listening good and I would have done the same thing I would have just cut them strangers out as much as I could cut it to the good hard stuff and I would have scabbed it in and there and then I would have scab down to it also and made it stronger but you're doing excellent job I don't believe I would cook carpet in it carpet or run a boat over the years I would just leave it fiberglass and gel coat it and let it be all fiberglass that's why our boat is but whenever you get done brother I like for you to come over and help me with I got two boats to work on so I'll be glad to get you to help me on them things good luck the brother have a very blessed day and be safe out there 🙏

[@ryanwongfishing2695]

Hit up that Bass Cat Store online. Call if you can't find what you want.

[@vin059]

If that hose doesn’t go to the vent, hook it back up to the clothes dryer…

[@seahawks75]

Nice

[@jimmcculloch5825]

You may have to get rid of the boat, but keep that girl friend!

[@Ray56z]

Good this is the worst and you'll have it solved. Really enjoying the #team Bass Cat series.

[@robertheller8232]

Use sea deck

[@bassinmaine237]

Seadek all the way!

[@JoeSmith-pe5qv]

sea deck

[@onabudgetoutdoors8993]

SeaDek for sure

[@bouldernelsonbigfoot]

You should have trashed those 2 rotten fuel cells, and installed 1 new fuel cell.

[@milesjackson5900]

You could sell that gas and call it “pre Covid gas”.

[@bigbaldfish]

Fun to watch. This has been like someone trying to perform surgery without ever having attended medical school. 🙄🔫

[@TightlineTV]

Seriously tho😂 I’m just sending it

[@wmweekendwarrior1166]

Do the see deck

[@keeganic84]

Definitely black or charcoal carpet. Not seadeck

[@ryanbrown500]

Seadek is awesome but overpriced in my opinion. I used a knock-off EVA foam from Amazon. It’s holding up great and at less than half the price of Seadek when I ordered it. Please don’t use carpet!

[@deborahcincotta3600]

DONT RUSH AND CUT CORNERS DO IT RIGHT AND TAKE YOUR TIME

[@oldladyoutdoors1098]

Sea deck for sure carpet sucks