Dear Harris, Portabote has not enough rigit hull design and any attempt of side towing will lead to "swirl" hull deforming. Also seats are very sensible to...
Thank you for that info. I guess I'll tow my pack boat by tying off at the motor mount with lots of line between the PB and the boat being towed. Harris ... ...
Hi Harris, If you try to pull water skiers or a 30' (10m) cruiser, you will probably void the warranty. However, if you want to tie an ordinary 10'/12'...
if you have the wood transom you can add cleats to it, I have a cleat on either side also put one on the bowcap, reinforced underneath with a piece of wood ......
Does any one have any ideas of how to transport my 12 foot bote, when I am towing my fifth wheel RV? The trailer frame is built of aluminium, and cannot handle...
I have the same problem with my PB. I've found 2 possible ways. 1) if you have over 12 ft inside when when the slideout is closed, carrying it inside is one...
I am installing a bilge pump because I will spend a lot of time on the Columbia River and large lakes. Unfortunately we don't always know when it's going to...
Have you considered mounting it on the cab of your vehicle? ( I assume you have a truck ) The back rests on your cab and the front of the boat over your hood....
... http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/Displayitem.taf?itemnumber=39168 Front mount a receiver and do a few mods to the above and you'll have a front...
Hi Harris, I fully charged Lead Acid battery, the type you have in a car, a motorcycle, or ATV would have a voltage around 13.5 volts. As the battery was used...
The only thing I would add is discharging a lead acid battery more than half its capacity will shorten its life. In your example if you are looking to draw...
Thanks Don, I think I've got it now. Since my Nisson 6 hp will be my trolling motor and my Fishin Buddy fish finder is portable, the battery will only be used...
I also have a fifth wheel am this is how I am doing it with my 12 foot PB. I got a thule roof rack with the 897 hullavator. Still waiting for the Hullavator...
I use an AGM deep cycle and charge it with a sears automatic charger that has an AGM setting. I believe that is what Don is refering to as the lead acid...
Richard: I'm not sure what you mean by the trailer frame not being able to handle the weight. We are talking about less than 100 pounds so I'm confused...
I've had my 12' Portabote for about 6 years now. I originally bought it because I always wanted a sailboat. Anyway, it has been sitting out in my back yard...
Hi I had a piece of galvanized ductwork made for my 14 footer (6"X 30" X 15') made, closed on one end. Then mounted it under my 5th wheel so the bote slides...
I searched through the archives and I didn't see a lot of posts on sailing. I have the older sailing kit and noticed that they don't list any information...
Hi again, Go to http://www.porta-bote.com Scroll down the topics area to the "Instruction Box". Click on sail "cat rig". That has complete instructions. It...
Hi Curtis, The foam needs to have Armorall or similar plastic protectant applied to help prevent deterioration. First gently scrape off the oxidation that has...
Curtis, If you would like to replace the foam instead of trying to salvage it, here is a link to an online company where you can buy the same foam. ...
... sail "cat ... want ... otherwise ... first. ... Thanks! I found the link. But, it doesn't have a good picture of how the lines are rigged. I lost all...
Hi, You don't have to attach the mainline to a seat or to the wood transom. With the cat rig I used to just hold the line in my hand as there was very little...
Check message 4799. Dan Brockett took quite a few pictures of how he fabricated an inexpensive undercarriage mount for a fifth wheel. He did a better job...
... I remember specifically in the original installation instructions that they said to install one of the pulleys in the edge of the center seat. The reason...
I transport my 10ft PB INSIDE my camper trailer. I wouldn't be able to do it with a 12 footer but you may want to try it. If your 5th wheel is like many I've...
I notice the PB now has Plastic seats. When did this happen? This sure would take the hassle out of having to paint and vanish them! And I'm assuming they...
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