Custom Bait tank - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

fongman · 03-31-2010, 01:19 PM

I liked the idea of using the stackable vittles vault, but they were too big. Instead, I decided on the larger version of the OEX "ultimate" container. http://www.petguys.com/-769397142300.html
It is rated to hold 30 lbs compared to 15 lbs for the smaller one. At 14 x 14 x 13 tall, it fits perfectly in my Hobie Adventure. The larger size makes it suitable as a livewell or a dry box.

It is self-priming and will not drain when the power is shut off. The fitting attached to the pump was manufactured from a 1/2" pvc male threaded elbow. The pump is connected to a one-way valve (from OEX). To disconnect the pump assembly, a male/female hose connection was added.

The intake is mounted low to oxygenate the bottom of the tank. The fitting was made from a 1/2" female threaded pvc elbow. The outflow is taken from the top.

By angling the outflow tube downwards, the tank will drain itself. I may have to add a drain plug since there isn't enough suction to get all of the water out.

The tank can be used as a livewell by changing the water level height tube. It is stored inside of the tank, using the eyelet bolt and a plastic conduit hanger. On the opposite side, I have storage for the hose-threaded plug which replaces the pump when the tank is used as a dry box.

sandydiego · 03-31-2010, 01:47 PM

I like the way you painted your outriggers orange to match your boat....

fongman · 03-31-2010, 02:28 PM

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Originally Posted by sandydiego

I like the way you painted your outriggers orange to match your boat....

Hopefully, a couple coats of polyurethane will keep them looking purty!

sandydiego · 03-31-2010, 04:18 PM

FYI - Wet sanding them with 2000 will help the poly bond with the pvc pipe.

sandydiego · 03-31-2010, 04:19 PM

I'll know you you are if I see you on the water. That's fur sure.

Aquahunter · 03-31-2010, 07:00 PM

I finally got around to do most of the stuffs for my first custom bait tank. First thing was I went to Petsmart to get the tank. Then went to West Marine to get tournament rod holders, and some hardwares. Finally, I stopped by the OEX at Kearny Mesa and got 6 volt battery set up, handle, and some eyelids. I bolted almost everything right there, removed some items from the old bucket bait tank, and I had OEX to do the rivets for me and had advices along the way. I slapped on the OEX sticker and some other sticker on it showing my first pride and joy for the new hotel for greenbacks! I'm thinking of going tomorrow to try it out. Here's the pictures as promised!

03-31-2010, 01:19 PM	#1
fongman Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Posts: 116	I liked the idea of using the stackable vittles vault, but they were too big. Instead, I decided on the larger version of the OEX "ultimate" container. http://www.petguys.com/-769397142300.html It is rated to hold 30 lbs compared to 15 lbs for the smaller one. At 14 x 14 x 13 tall, it fits perfectly in my Hobie Adventure. The larger size makes it suitable as a livewell or a dry box. It is self-priming and will not drain when the power is shut off. The fitting attached to the pump was manufactured from a 1/2" pvc male threaded elbow. The pump is connected to a one-way valve (from OEX). To disconnect the pump assembly, a male/female hose connection was added. The intake is mounted low to oxygenate the bottom of the tank. The fitting was made from a 1/2" female threaded pvc elbow. The outflow is taken from the top. By angling the outflow tube downwards, the tank will drain itself. I may have to add a drain plug since there isn't enough suction to get all of the water out. The tank can be used as a livewell by changing the water level height tube. It is stored inside of the tank, using the eyelet bolt and a plastic conduit hanger. On the opposite side, I have storage for the hose-threaded plug which replaces the pump when the tank is used as a dry box.

03-31-2010, 01:47 PM	#2
sandydiego Rum Pirate Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Wilds of Mira Mesa Posts: 388	I like the way you painted your outriggers orange to match your boat....

03-31-2010, 04:18 PM	#4
sandydiego Rum Pirate Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Wilds of Mira Mesa Posts: 388	FYI - Wet sanding them with 2000 will help the poly bond with the pvc pipe.

03-31-2010, 04:19 PM	#5
sandydiego Rum Pirate Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Wilds of Mira Mesa Posts: 388	I'll know you you are if I see you on the water. That's fur sure.