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    Intex Mariner 4 modifications and Tips

    Re: Intex Mariner 4 modifications and Tips @mrdrh99 I have a 50lb Minn Kota Riptide with a grp 29 Marine Batt from Walmart. Its fine for calm waters, but its the wrong equipment for running on rivers or rougher bodies like a windy Bay / large Lake (I've tried it). You really need flat waters...
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    Intex Mariner 4 modifications and Tips

    Re: Intex Mariner 4 modifications and Tips Loop_Dad, If you are using carpet, and wrap the edges, there is no need for pipe insulation. If you are just using painted plywood (1/2", 5/8", or 3/4"), with no carpet, you can use a machine sander (belt sander is best) to take off the 90degree...
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    Intex Mariner 4 modifications and Tips

    Re: Intex Mariner 4 modifications and Tips After doing some research on the larger (8-10person) zodiac and saturn inflatables, I was asking myself the same question. I like to fish with another person, which makes a simple task of carrying the M4 to the water, but there are times when its only...
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    Intex Mariner 4 modifications and Tips

    Re: Intex Mariner 4 modifications and Tips All valid points. I feel the same way. Although I have an SUV and the boat, floor, motor, battery, and seats all fit while still leaving the back seat open for passengers... I will sometimes use my trailer-hitch-cargo-carrier ($89). Super light and it...
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    Intex Mariner 4 modifications and Tips

    Re: Intex Mariner 4 modifications and Tips I mounted it on the TM. But did not try it out yet. TM mount was recommended by Garmin. Desode's idea to zip-tie to the rear handle is good if you are using different TM's or a gas OB motor. That way the transducer stays with the boat, not the motor...
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    Intex Mariner 4 modifications and Tips

    Re: Intex Mariner 4 modifications and Tips Thanks... its the same as yours but with red seats ;-) I don't know how you feel about the location of the oars. I hate how they sit so high up on the chambers (When not in use). Some other inflatables have holders on the sides, leaving the top...
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    Intex Mariner 4 modifications and Tips

    Re: Intex Mariner 4 modifications and Tips @Q-ban 1) I used Helmsman Satin to seal sides and edges of my 5/8" ply floor. You can use a router with round-over bit or hand belt-sander. Either will take away the splintering ply edges quickly. Belt sander with 80grit will grind the ply edges no...
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    Intex Mariner 4 modifications and Tips

    Re: Intex Mariner 4 modifications and Tips I think you're right. I am going to try that mount location first since the TM is the only motor I have. If I get an outboard, then I'll zip it to the rear boat handle.
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    Intex Mariner 4 modifications and Tips

    Re: Intex Mariner 4 modifications and Tips ok... The factory fold is taking the right and left side and folding it so that the Red Rock-guard strip from each side meets in the center-line (center-line is front-to-back) with no overlap. Then, from each end, take about 16" and start folding...
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    Intex Mariner 4 modifications and Tips

    Re: Intex Mariner 4 modifications and Tips hi da_q-ban_one, Does that connecting PVC arm control movement up/down only? Regarding the M4 ... I would love to see the speed limitation of the M4 solved in a way that is elegant and does not introduce any additional deterrents for assembly. I...
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    Intex Mariner 4 modifications and Tips

    Re: Intex Mariner 4 modifications and Tips @Desode ... did you ever see this anchor configuration? Palmetto Kayak Fishing: Quick release DIY kayak anchor system + bottle opener Its for a Kayak, using a trolly to manage your angle. Clever, and a subset of this design would also work for M4's...
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    Intex Mariner 4 modifications and Tips

    Re: Intex Mariner 4 modifications and Tips Muskies are rare in my area now. When I was a kid you could catch them. Even in the Delaware. I need to take a fishing/camping trip to Canada, with the M4 :). I ended up getting the anchor from K-Mart. I went there to pick up braided line and saw it...
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    Intex Mariner 4 modifications and Tips

    Re: Intex Mariner 4 modifications and Tips I used a spoon lure. Odd... I never catch channel catfish on a lure. In the past, only worms, off the bottom. I didn't keep it. I just don't feel comfortable eating the fresh water fish in this part of PA. I am between NYC and Philadelphia, a bit...
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    Intex Mariner 4 modifications and Tips

    Re: Intex Mariner 4 modifications and Tips @Desode. Thanks for the great details. Great info, and very nice video of the un-boxing. I was looking for a companion tube or boat for the M4 so that I can accommodate other family members when needed. The M4, with my fishing mods, are good for 2 or 3...
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    Intex Mariner 4 modifications and Tips

    Re: Intex Mariner 4 modifications and Tips Ah... Desode, Founding Father of this Thread. Thanks for the reply. 6HP? Do you still make use of the M4 with the 6HP? I saw some older pics of the floor anchored mount. That design does make sense. Do you deploy with both motors or just one at a...
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    Intex Mariner 4 modifications and Tips

    Re: Intex Mariner 4 modifications and Tips One other addition... A minor detail, perhaps nobody even cares but will post it anyway. I picked up a few 8g Anderson PowerPole connectors and used them as quick-connects for the power cable to my RipTide. I made a 1' and 11' cable (for rear and...
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    Intex Mariner 4 modifications and Tips

    Re: Intex Mariner 4 modifications and Tips @ Cyber6 - Went out on a different lake today. This time I used the "10cm" screen printed gauge on the chambers to estimate the pressure. Much better. Flex was reduced and there was little variation in motor shaft pitch between speeds 1-4 and 5. We...
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    Intex Mariner 4 modifications and Tips

    Re: Intex Mariner 4 modifications and Tips This can become very confusing. I would need to try one out. Your Suzuki is a 2hp, which is "supposed" to generate a bit more power than my 50# thrust. Perhaps the info from Minn Kota is not accurate. Maybe the 50# thrust translates into much less...
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    Intex Mariner 4 modifications and Tips

    Re: Intex Mariner 4 modifications and Tips How much does the 15hp Johnson weigh (and gas)? I think the Kota Riptide 50 is probably a bit under 100lb with battery. For those of you with a M4 the specs limit the boat to 3hp gas engine. Kota Riptide 50's max thrust is supposed to produce the...
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    Intex Mariner 4 modifications and Tips

    Re: Intex Mariner 4 modifications and Tips Took M4 on the Delaware River today for the first time. My Riptide 50 was just fine near the bank and on the calmer sections of the river, but stood still trying to move through the wing-dam channel, and some flat rapids. I have come to the conclusion...
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