A fisherman is recognized from afar by his charabanc
The importance of a fishing box, or as it is also called - a charabanc, is difficult to overestimate. It is especially necessary for ice fishing. This piece of winter equipment is also used as a summer fishing box.
Just like in winter, in the warm season it provides the fisherman with maximum convenience and comfort. Charaban is a multifunctional thing. It will easily fit all the gear, especially since there is very little of it for winter fishing.
In the box you can put complementary foods, a thermos of tea and lunch, replacement gloves and warm mittens. Another important function of this item is to use it as a comfortable chair.
Canister box
This craft is very popular on the Internet. Many fishermen resorted to it, and most of them were satisfied with their brainchild, noting that such a box is convenient, practical, and cheap.
The tools you will need are a sharp utility knife, and the materials you will need are a plastic oil canister (it is recommended to take a 20-liter container), aluminum corners and hinges (preferably window hinges). To ensure that the box closes tightly and is reliable during transportation, it is worth installing metal plates with eyes on the lid through which a padlock is threaded.
Both a car belt and a nylon belt from a sports bag can be used as a belt. The first option is recommended because it is denser, more durable and less subject to wear.
Particular attention is paid to the top of the lid. For greater convenience, it is recommended to make a soft substrate, which is covered with dense material on top. Many craftsmen use a tourist rug for this.
The canister must be cut, initially measuring the height. If you plan to fish while sitting, then the height should be such that your legs do not become numb even after sitting for a long time.
It is recommended to strengthen the cut edges of the canister with aluminum corners. This will help:
- cover rough edges that could cause you to cut yourself;
- increase structural rigidity;
- create a reliable support for installing hinges.
Small bolts are suitable as fasteners. Pay attention to the inside of the drawer. Vertical partitions can be made from plastic sheets. They also play the role of additional stiffening ribs, making the box stronger and better able to withstand a person’s weight. If desired, this craft can be modified and improved by adding additional drawers, compartments, etc.
An exclusive version of the box as a source of pride
You can buy an industrial-made charabanc. In any fishing store they are presented in a wide range.
But avid fishermen try not to make such purchases, considering it the lot of beginners. After all, a homemade fishing box for fishing assumes that it will take into account all the preferences and habits of the owner.
For example, the vertical or horizontal arrangement of the departments, the width of the lid that acts as a seat, and the material from which it is made.
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Even such a moment as the height of the compartment for your favorite thermos should also be taken into account!
That is why among the many fishermen on the ice it is difficult to find someone with the same boxes. An exclusive version of the charabanc is a source of pride for every fisherman!
Step-by-step assembly instructions
Assembly of the box begins when all the necessary parts are prepared.
- They start by assembling the frame. For greater quality and strength, you can use glue and nails, although you can get by with just one thing. This is done as follows: the boards are coated with glue, after which they are nailed down. The nails act as a press, which will allow you to obtain a high-quality adhesive connection. After the frame is assembled, begin attaching the lid. The design of the cover should be thought out at the stage of designing and drawing drawings.
- The lid can be removable or hinged. In any case, you will have to make sure that the lid fits tightly. It can be upholstered on the inside with fabric. In order for the lid to stay firmly on the box, you need to come up with a special latch that, when closed, could pull the lid tightly to the frame.
- Some fishermen use a box instead of a chair, so the top of the lid is upholstered with durable material (leather) along with insulation.
After this, they begin to divide the inside of the box into a compartment for fish and tackle. The following option is possible: the tackle compartment is equipped on the lid. It turns out, as it were, one box in another, like a nesting doll.
DIY winter fishing box.
Finally, they begin to decorate the box. Since it is made of wood, it must be coated with a water-repellent varnish, otherwise the wood will instantly absorb moisture. In addition, wood also absorbs odors. If you don't cover it with varnish, the box will always smell like fish.
In this regard, it should be said that both the outside and the inside of the box will have to be varnished. At the same time, you need to make sure that there are no gaps. The product is coated at least 2 times. The varnish chosen is not smelly, otherwise the fish will always give off the aroma of the varnish surface.
Key points to consider
Before you make a fishing box with your own hands, you need to think carefully about what basic requirements it must meet. In particular, the choice of material for its manufacture depends on this.
Among the prerequisites are light weight, waterproofness, resistance to external influences (plastic is not suitable, since in the cold it easily cracks from the slightest blow).
The main materials used for the manufacture of charabancs are wooden blocks, thin easily bendable metal sheets, and penoplex.
To take into account all the nuances as much as possible, it is recommended to first make simple drawings of the fishing box.
Selection of material
A fishing box can be made from any available material, including wooden planks. The main thing is that it is durable and light. Not everyone can make it out of metal, and you will need more serious tools.
The type of wood does not play a special role, but no one will make a box from oak, since the resulting product, although durable, will be quite heavy. The box will be heavy if it is made from chipboard. In addition, it is difficult to drive nails into chipboard. The most suitable material is pine. But here it is very important to choose such boards that there are no knots. It is also difficult to hammer nails into places where there are knots.
Alternative options
Homemade boxes for winter fishing are often made from old freezers from non-working refrigerators, from metal and plastic canisters, cutting them off in the right place.
In this matter, the scope for imagination is very wide. For many, the process of making a charabanc is simply fascinating and interesting. For such people, making it with your own hands is not just a pleasant experience, but also saves money on the family budget. And this is exactly the case when business is combined with pleasure!
Drawing of a universal box
To speed up the manufacturing process and avoid possible errors, it is recommended to initially draw up drawings of the future box. This can be done on simple notebook paper, or on a computer using a graphics program - for example, standard Paint.
The diagram of the future box should be drawn to scale. It should depict the model in three dimensions: from above, from the front and from the end side. The drawing should show all the main dimensions of the box - both external and internal compartments. When drawing up a plan, it will be possible to foresee all potential problems and difficulties, and find ways to solve them in advance.
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Battery case
Also convert the old battery into a fishing box. Here, as in the case of the freezer, some minor modifications will be required. To make the box spacious enough, you need to take a large battery from a truck. You will need to carefully drain the remaining electrolyte from the battery by unscrewing the caps, and then ventilate it from acid vapors.
Next, the upper part of the battery is evenly cut off with a grinder, the lead plates are removed, and the inside is thoroughly washed with a soda solution. Straps and a lid are attached to the resulting box, and if necessary, the internal partitions of the compartments are removed. The result is a fairly durable and compact charabanc, quite suitable for winter fishing for perch or roach.
