King of DIY

[86 inches]

I gotta just say, having looked at more of Bill's threads, this guy is the King! I'm just amazed at some of the things he does. I know there are alot of very clever guys here on BBC and I salute you all. I would mention more names but the list is long. Thanks for sharing. And Bill? Dang! Keep 'em coming. Do you prefer 'King' or 'GOAT'?

[Bill Reynolds]

I gotta just say, having looked at more of Bill's threads, this guy is the King! I'm just amazed at some of the things he does. I know there are alot of very clever guys here on BBC and I salute you all. I would mention more names but the list is long. Thanks for sharing. And Bill? Dang! Keep 'em coming. Do you prefer 'King' or 'GOAT'?

Thanks 86, Since I retired I have to keep busy and I enjoy doing projects when not fishing. I try to focus on build methods that do not require machining and analog electrical components that are plug and play. This forum is a treasure for inquisitive minds because there are a lot of really talented guys willing to share their knowledge.
In that vein, I appreciate Al for providing a website where we can share and learn in an environment that is free of political drama.

[TomP.]

Have to agree with 86 built your first FF mount could of never done it on my own finding the different parts and right size.

[billnorman1]

Bill stores, and will share, the instructions for building the lift assist kit for trolling motors CHEAPLY. It also takes a lot of the slop out of the frame.

[Dmy-rt188p]

My impression of Bill is that he is methodical and does his homework before starting any project. That being said, I feel like I lucked out in buying the same RT188P as him. I do not plan to upgrade mine as much as Bill, but I sure like following his projects. Keep up the good work and thank you.

[Mechanic Bob]

No Doubt, Bill is the Man.
Very sound advice.

[toddgot5fish]

I’ve got one for ya Bill, if you’re interested. After adding a FF sonar on my ghost, the lift assist just isn’t as much help. I don’t see anyone making a booster for the Lowrance ghost, but it looks like you could add a second shock ?? I’ll trust even your opinion on whether it would work or not lol.

[Bill Reynolds]

I don’t have a Ghost so don’t have any experience but are you saying you can add another lift cylinder alongside the existing one?
If so that seems to be the answer.

I noticed in another post that a Ghost owner was complaining about failure rate on the lift strut. He is on his third one at a cost of $129 each. That’s 4 times the cost of a MK lift strut.
If you get lucky and the strut is a commercial standard, you can search this website by size and find the same physical strut with higher gas pressure.
https://www.liftsupportsdepot.com/custom-search/

I will investigate as time permits but not having any parts to start from will be challenging.