I have a big bass boat and a 10ft Pelican Predator I fish out of. During the spring I use the little Pelican more than the big boat. Get yourself a trolling motor and battery and it will make crappie fishing much easier. My favorite lake for small boat crappie fishing is Lavon. The secret is finding places close enough to launch small boats from. Goodluck on the refurb job.

Reggie

Looks sweet so far. Keep the pictures coming cant wait to see it all done.

Hey Jerm, looking good. I did an 8' my self a couple of years ago. It was in bad repair. Here's a pic and a slideshow for you to check out. Pretty much did what you did. I Rhino lined the inside (canned version). Made the boat kinda heavy, but still no leaks. Got the decals from a lady here on the forum.

http://s141.photobucket.com/albums/r64/lakeforkfisherman/Speedy/?albumview=slideshow

Looks good!

Looks great! Great boat for doing anything you want...Good luck!

Wait ...You forgot to add the screen door.........

Dang... I knew I forgot something. My bro and me took it out to do some scouting on Joe Pool. She worked like a champ with no leaks.

Good Deal.....