Theoretically, the deck should be stronger, since you have removed 1/4" thick polyester resin soaked fiberglass and replaced it with 1/4" aluminum.....at least mine was stronger when done. It also makes for an easy access panel for running cables.

Didn't see any made out of aluminum that thick. What brand did u get?

R&R Design....
They are made to fit MinnKota really well.
They have one on eBay right now for $599 but-it-now.

I just bought and installed one from bass pro. It looks good and was easy to install. 92 bass cat pantrea 2

I ordered mine off of eBay. It's aluminum. One of the best mods I've done.

couldn't agree more. hardest part is talking yourself into making that cut in the deck. not sure if metal, plastic or fiberglass makes any difference as far as deck strength goes. we filled the cavity with expanding foam and carved out the pocket for the tray. that way the tray sits on a solid foundation and doesn't rely on the lip of the tray to hang it from the deck. it's rock solid. been in now for several years without a problem. also tied the drain into the piping that runs from the bow to the rear of the boat. fiberglassed the pocket to waterproof it before i set the tray in

Looks nice

My deck still feels the same after the install.It definitely doesn't feel soft.When I installed,I didn't have to cut thru a brace under the deck.If you don't have to cut thru a brace under the deck you shouldn't weaken the deck any.

I have the r&r design as well. It was the best value by far and fit my ultrex well.

Anyone know if there is a local place around conroe that has the r&r?

i online ordered mine --
wanna trade ? i help you install --you prove to me theres catchable fish in conroe

My RR design didn't weaken my deck one bit. Absolutely love it. Take this guy up on his offer^^^

lol I don't know about Conroe I havnt fished Conroe since Dec. But it should be getting good. I got tired of getting skunked every time.