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In this video, we'll show you how to make a DIY tool for connecting the larger mushroom fasteners on JetDock floating dock blocks. If you saw our previous video on crafting a tool for nut and bolt connections, you know we're all about practical and cost-effective solutions. Now, let's tackle the mushroom connectors! Materials Needed: We'll walk you through the simple materials required for this project: a piece of 3/4" pipe (18-24 inches long), two 5/16" clothesline hooks, a drill, and an angle grinder with a metal cutting wheel.

How to easily make and work with Fiberglass Honeycomb Panels This short how-to video details how to make lightweight sturdy fiberglass honeycomb panels. Dan Berg from www.DIYeasycrafts.com demonstrates how to laminate the panels as well as how to finish the exposed ends. These panels are lightweight, strong and will not become saturated with water or delaminate over time. Perfect for boating projects. We used fiberglass mesh for one side and biaxal, which is a combination of mesh and woven cloth combined with resin from totalboat to laminate the panels

How to make a Wind Screen Grab Bar for a Carolina Skiff J16 We purchased a Carolina Skiff J16 as a project boat. After doing some fiberglass repairs and modifications as well as making a lexan windshield we decided to built a wind screen grab bar out of 7/8 aluminum tubing. The grab bar is important because on these little skiffs something to hold onto is needed on even calm days. I used a pipe bender and standard hand railing fittings to create this grab bar.

Do you own a JetDock floating dock system and need a tool for connecting the nut and bolt fasteners? Buying the official tool from JetDock can be expensive, but we've got a budget-friendly solution! In this video, we'll show you how to make your own tool using simple materials and basic tools.

How to make a floating boat ramp for a Carolina Skiff We purchased a Carolina Skiff J16 as a project boat. After doing some fiberglass repairs and modifications we designed and built a small floating boat ramp so the boat could easily be winched out of the water. Utilizing pressure treated wood, and black dock floats we created a tapered platform, then used trailer bunk rollers and a trailer winch. This DIY boat lift design worked nicely for our J16 Carolina skiff but the concepts could be easily adapted for other types of small boats.

DIY How to make a Push Pole Shallow Water Stick Anchor for small boats and skiffs First off let me give credit to my friend Joe S. He made one of these stick anchors for his skiff. I was so impressed that I made a couple for myself. I used a 10' x 3/4" fiberglass pole an aluminum tip, 3/4 irrigation T, Marine Tex epoxy, hockey tape and fiberglass resin to make this Push Pole shallow water stick anchor. Easy DIY project. Great for holding position while skinny water fishing and duck hunting.

How to make a bow platform for a Carolina Skiff out of strong lightweight honeycomb panels This short how-to video details how to make lightweight sturdy honeycomb bow platform for a Carolina Skiff J16. Dan Berg from www.DIYeasycrafts.com gives an overview of how he laminated the panels , used a cardboard template and then added support and attached the new structure to the hull. The end result is a bow casting platform that is strong, lightweight and will not become saturated or delaminate over time. We used fiberglass mesh for one side and biaxal, which is a combination of mesh and woven cloth combined with resin from totalboat to laminate the panels

How to make a DIY Lexan windshield for a Carolina Skiff J16 We purchased a Carolina Skiff J16 as a project boat. After a bunch a small fiberglass repairs including making a honeycomb panel bow deck, bilge pump well, and rolling on fresh gelcoat I decided to make a windshield or wind screen. I purchased a sheet of 1/4 thick tinted lexan 18"x24" and some rubber grommets. We cut out a cardboard template and then cut and bent the lexan to shape. Check out this short how to video which details everything you need to know in order to build your own skiff windshield.

How to easily attach JET DOCK cubes to an existing wood floating dock We purchased some used Jet Dock cubes for a Carolina Skiff J16 project boat. The goal was to have an easy drive on floating dock so the Carolina Skiff could stay on it year round. For out J16 we used 10 cubes in length and five wide. We used thee half thick cubes as the ramp and bordered it with full cubes as a funnel to guide the boat into correct orientation. JETDOCK recommends using multiple spring lines to attach their floating docks to wood dock but we wanted something a little more rigid. Once finished we used 1 1/2 galvanized pipe and standard dock rings to attach it to an existing floating dock.

Learn how to easily make a sturdy bulkhead ladder using pressure-treated 2x6 boards! In this step-by-step tutorial, we’ll show you how to complete this simple DIY project with just a circular saw, Screw gun and 3-inch stainless screws. No special tools required, making it perfect for beginners and experienced DIYers alike.

Join Capt. Dan Berg from DIYeasycrafts.com as he demonstrates the easy process of repairing or replacing canvas snaps using a Canvas Snap repair kit. These essential hardware pieces, commonly found on canvas boat covers, may wear out over time. Inside the snap kit, discover a small anvil, peening shaft, and an assortment of male and female snaps. Watch as Capt. Dan guides you through the steps: placing the stud side onto the anvil, positioning the canvas, attaching the female side, and using the peening bar with a few hammer strikes. Don't let worn-out snaps spoil your day on the water! Visit www.diyeasycrafts.com for more helpful DIY tips and tricks.

How to make a Bilge Pump Well for a Carolina Skiff J16 Many Carolina Skiffs do not have a bilge well. In fact most have two scuppers which are located at or below the waterline. This lets an inch or water constantly on the deck. The solution is to install a bilge well, plug up the scuppers and let an automatic bilge pump pump the deck dry. This short how-to video details how to cut out and fiberglass a bilge pump well for a Carolina Skiff J16. Dan Berg from www.DIYeasycrafts.com gives an overview of how he cut through the deck and coated the box or well with fiberglass. He also installed plastic wood to screw down the bilge pump into and a top screen to prevent debris from clogging up the bilge.

Easy DIY PVC Boat Deicer.  I made this inexpensive makeshift boat/dock deicer by modifying a water pump. Used PVC and a few connections to direct the waterflow upward and almost parallel to the so the unit would de ice a larger area.

Carolina Skiff J16 Test Ride and Speed Trial We purchased a Carolina Skiff J16 as a project boat. After a bunch a small fiberglass repairs including making a honeycomb panel bow deck, bilge pump well, windshield, and rolling on fresh gelcoat we are finally ready for sea trials. Dan Berg from www.DIYeasycrafts.com gives an overview of what went into the project then powered by a 50hp Suzuki outboard demos the boat in action.

JET DOCK Drive on floating dock for a Carolina Skiff We purchased some used Jet Dock cubes for a Carolina Skiff J16 project boat. The goal was to have an easy drive on floating dock so the Carolina Skiff could stay on it year round. For out J16 we used 10 cubes in length and five wide. We used thee half thick cubes as the ramp and bordered it with full cubes as a funnel to guide the boat into correct orientation.

How to easily fix drilled holes in fiberglass This short how-to video details how to fix small holes in fiberglass. Dan Berg from www.DIYeasycrafts.com gives an overview of the seven easy step process and then demonstrated how he repaired dozens on holes on our Carolina Skiff project boat.

How to easily roll Gelcoat on a boat We purchased a Carolina Skiff J16 as a project boat. After a bunch a small fiberglass repairs we wanted to change the color and apply gelcoat. Dan Berg from www.DIYeasycrafts.com gives an overview of how easy this three step process is. We used gelcoat with wax waited for a non windy day. First step was to lightly sand with 80 grit then wipe down the hull with acetone. We rolled on three thin coats without waiting for the gelcoat to dry.

DIY Duck Hunting Boat Gunnel Skirt - Camouflage Your Boat Like a Pro! Join Capt. Dan Berg from DIYeasycrafts.com in this exciting DIY project where he enhances the camouflage on his versatile 16ft Carolina skiff, used for fishing, clamming, crabbing, and duck hunting! Unlike dedicated duck hunting boats, Dan's skiff isn't painted drab green, making it stand out in the wild. One issue he faced with his existing foldable duck blind was that the exposed gunnel was bright white and easily spotted from a distance. In this step-by-step tutorial, Dan demonstrates how he tackled this problem by using a painter's plastic tarp, burlap, wire ties, and fiberglass resin. He expertly creates a form-fitting gunnel skirt that doesn't flutter in the wind and can be seamlessly camouflaged with spray paint. This DIY project not only improves the boat's stealth but also adds a professional touch to your waterfowl hunting setup. Don't miss this innovative solution for better concealment during duck hunting trips.

 CAROLINA SKIFF BOAT PROJECTS. Welcome to our Carolina Skiff Project Boat page! DIY Easy Crafts is proud to offer a range of DIY projects specifically designed for Carolina Skiff boat owners. From simple repairs to custom upgrades, we have everything you need to enhance your boating experience.

Each project comes with its own step-by-step how-to video that makes the process easy and fun. Our hacks are designed to help you improve your boat's functionality and style, and our projects are easy to make and require minimal supplies.

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How to make a Removable Duck Blind for a Carolina Skiff with EMT Conduit PVC and Maker Pipe connections In this short how to video. Dan Berg from DIYeasycrafts.com shows how he made a lightweight foldable duck blind that is easily removable from the boat. He used EMT conduit PVC pipe and fittings from makerpipe.com. We used flush mounted fishing rod holders mounted on the skiff and then designed a blind so the uprights would drop into each rod holder. Dan also shows how hinged the foldable panels and how he reinforced the pvc connections so they will hold up to years of used.

Easiest way to remove bottom paint from a fiberglass boat This short how-to video details how to easily remove bottom paint from a fiberglass boat. Dan Berg from www.DIYeasycrafts.com demonstrates how totalboat's total strip paint remover was used to remove 20 years worth of bottom paint from a Carolina Skiff. This product exceeded our expectations and eliminated hours of sanding. Total Strip is applied with a large brush and then can be left to work for up to 24 hours. Its then scrapped off with a 4 inch putty knife. Afterwards a light sanding with 80 grit easily removes and remaining bottom paint.

In this DIY tutorial, we show you how to install grommets and eyelets using a grommet kit. Whether you're working on canvas boat covers, tarps, or leather projects, this process is straightforward and effective. Grommet kits includes a small anvil, a hole cutting tool, and a peening tool, as well as an assortment of grommets making it simple for anyone to achieve professional results. Follow these easy steps: use the cutting tool to punch a hole through your material, place the grommet anvil underneath the material, position the side that identifies as the male grommet half on top of the anvil, insert the male through the punched hole and finish by placing the female or washer over the top and hammering to secure it. For more DIY tutorials, visit our website: www.DIYeasycrafts.com. Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more crafting tips and tricks!