Seajay Creek Masta 3.98 Boat For Australia's Top End Fishing & Hunting (2025)

Project 3.98 Creek Masta Build

Every hunter needs an off-season project, and mine has been fitting out my SeaJay Creek Masta 3.98. It’s not just a tinny—it’s the heartbeat of my Fish & Hunt 2025 project, the little boat that’s going to see me chasing metre-plus barramundi in the Top End, sneaking into hidden creeks, and exploring remote estuaries off the beaten track.

The fitting-out process has been a little slower than I first imagined—mainly because other projects keep stealing my weekends—but it’s moving along nicely, and the end is finally in sight. Here’s where it’s at.

The new 30 HP Electric start with hydraulic lift 4Stroke Mercury has been fitted, and can not wait to get it on the water!

Electrical & Power Setup

Getting the electrics right has been my biggest focus, and I’ve now got a tidy dual-battery system in place:

• Century N70 cranking battery – dedicated to the outboard starter and main boat functions.

• 4 Rod Holders

• 2 Gopro Camera Mounts and Pole

• iTechworld 120X lithium – set up purely for the Minn Kota electric motor.

• Minn Kota Terrova 55 Lb 60 inch 12 Volt with spot lock

• 12V 40A fast charger with solar capability – means I can top up batteries at camp, or even go fully solar if I’m off-grid for a week chasing barra.

The wiring is still a work in progress, but I’m close to completion. Every connection has been done with heat-shrink terminals and tidy cable runs—I want this boat to handle rough water without any electrical headaches.

Electronics & Navigation For The Seajay 3.98 Creek Masta

I’ve installed the Garmin 10 Echo Map Unltra 2 105SV sounder/plotter, which is a game-changer for locating hidden snags and drop-offs where big barra like to lurk. Night navigation is also sorted with LED nav lights, and I’ve added a fire extinguisher and bracket as part of my safety setup.

Next on the list is finalising the switch panel and fuse setup in my Seajay 3.98 Creek Masta for the bilge pump, nav lights, and accessories. If all goes to plan, the boat should be fully operational in the next five days.

The Seajay Creek Masta 3.98 Project Is Taking Shape

Why This Project Matters

Fitting out our snew eajay creek masta 3.98 barra and hunting boat is more than just bolting on gadgets—it’s about building a hunting and fishing platform that suits your style. For me, that means a boat I can:

• Launch solo into small creeks and billabongs.

• Fish quietly with the Minn Kota without spooking barra.

• Handle remote trips where self-reliance is everything.

When the build is finished, the SeaJay will be ready for the road and the water, towed behind my Hilux Rugged X, heading for those northern rivers and estuaries where big fish—and bigger stories—are waiting.