I'm using the little 20 qt. rectangular Igloo with rod holders attached it with stainless hardware nuts and bolts thru to the inside of the cooler.

I use short lengths of 550 para cord on SS clips and attach to the little black female receivers located on the top surface of the hull either side and slightly forward. Then I take 1 bungee attached around the rod holders and pull / stretch it to the rear and attach to the fasteners on both sides behind the cooler. This will keep your cooler firmly in place while in transit.

Keep your lid opening to the front, that way you can reach back to store your catch, or retrieve a drink without having to turn around.

 

I have a buddy who has one rigged up in his yak. He's a member but he lives in Atlanta. I'll see if I can get him to get on here and post up his rig. It's a sweet livewell...

 

Just my thoughts.....build your own.

You can make one with better insulation and have it fit your individual needs. I sell the Engle livewell coolers here and I still recommend making your own. I just think it'll perform better. I always make mine with the fairly inexpensive Igloo marine coolers and get at least a couple seasons out of them.

 

I won it in a raffle*** but I agree with you for sure....

By the way guys its a 13qt.^

Its really goin to be a rod holder and something I can keep a few drinks cold with in the hot summer months

 

I modifed the strap. Home Depot has the triangle and clip. I cut and sewed the factory strap. I used 30lb braid to stitch it up. Ancor to kayak with turnbuckle and eye pads. Not coming out of the yak. Period.

 

Sweet setup bro... definitely liking that*

 

No the hardware does not penetrate the interior. The rod holders are for holding only. Not to be fished from.

 

Mine is the 30QT

 

Very clean setup!!