Do it Yourself Side Console

[esoxlee]

Anyone ever build their own boat console? I'm in the process of converting my 14'aluminum and 2001 30hp merc with electric start from tiller to steering. I know that outboards with electric start are originally intended for steering and mercury should make steering, throttle and shift connection kits. The boat already has built up carpeted floors, live-well, storage compartments and swivel seats. What I don't have is the side console. Thinking of making one out of wood and then coating it with metallic paint so it blends in nicely with the boat..

 

[Laddies]

Re: Do it Yourself Side Console

The side consoles are available for a lot of acc. dealers and some manufactures and are not to expencive, you might want to check around---Bob

 

[DHPMARINE]

Re: Do it Yourself Side Console

mercury makes what you need,but because it is not cheap,I would go a step further in your console investment.<br /><br />fabricate what you need out of cardboard,and when it is right,have a sheet metal shop do it up in aluminum.<br /><br />DHP

 

[JB]

Re: Do it Yourself Side Console

Moving to Boat Overhaul.

 

[MarkCz]

Re: Do it Yourself Side Console

Ebay often has metal side consoles for sale