Cabin Fever

If you're anything like me, you have a healthy case of cabin fever working right now. Make good use of this time to get your tackle organized, boat squared away, and stock up on tackle (Bass Pro Shops Spring Classic begins 2/26).

My Tracker PT175 needed some attention this off season. Here's a quick list of what I was facing:
1) Trolling motor panel at the bow needs to be replaced including trolling motor plug.
2) Need new batteries.
3) Need some minor carpet repair on the front deck (thanks to fishing with knobby soled shoes last season - not recommended!)
4) Advance throttle button on the throttle lever needs to be replaced.
5) My windshield keeps coming loose

...and my solutions so far:
1) I'm making a custom bow panel that will house a new trolling motor plug, a 12V outlet (for fishing lights etc), a battery gauge, and a tilt/trim switch. I'll post pictures when done.
2) I've done some extensive research on marine batteries. I will post all my findings and advice here tomorrow
3, 4, & 5) Not completed yet. Advice welcome on repairing small sections of carpet without replacing the whole darn boat carpet

Check back tomorrow for a complete marine battery breakdown

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