A couple bait tank battery questions - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

Dave k · 08-22-2011, 08:19 PM

Thanks for the quick response.

I saw some used ones, but I like to tinker with/build things which is why I'm choosing to do my own. Plus I've already got a bunch of the parts handy so it's not going to cost me a ton.

As for the switch location, I guess since I only need to turn it on once and off once, i can probably get back there to flip it. Another option would be to mount the battery box on the side of the crate. The one thing I'd like to avoid is mounting anything to the yak. I like the idea of this being fully transportable and not permanent.

Thanks again.

GregAndrew · 08-22-2011, 09:07 PM

I would mount the battery box right to the tank if possible, with the switch on the box. Much more compact and transportable that way. You might want to consider a 500 gph pump if you are going to use a 6v and plan on carrying much bait. Sardines don't fare so well when the O2 levels fall a little or the water heats up much.

Dave k · 08-23-2011, 10:28 AM

Right on, thanks guys. I think I've got it all figured out now.

08-22-2011, 08:19 PM	#1
Dave k Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Posts: 110	Thanks for the quick response. I saw some used ones, but I like to tinker with/build things which is why I'm choosing to do my own. Plus I've already got a bunch of the parts handy so it's not going to cost me a ton. As for the switch location, I guess since I only need to turn it on once and off once, i can probably get back there to flip it. Another option would be to mount the battery box on the side of the crate. The one thing I'd like to avoid is mounting anything to the yak. I like the idea of this being fully transportable and not permanent. Thanks again.

08-22-2011, 09:07 PM	#2
GregAndrew Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Posts: 2,384	I would mount the battery box right to the tank if possible, with the switch on the box. Much more compact and transportable that way. You might want to consider a 500 gph pump if you are going to use a 6v and plan on carrying much bait. Sardines don't fare so well when the O2 levels fall a little or the water heats up much.

08-23-2011, 10:28 AM	#3
Dave k Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Posts: 110	Right on, thanks guys. I think I've got it all figured out now.