@SMLab1 I believe the lower deck pedestals were 13", while the front deck pedestal is 11". Like I said, it's hard to remember and the boat is in storage right now.
This boat is soooo nastyyyy!!! I was looking o do about the same thing. Buut im having trouble sizing out the posts for the seats. What are the lengths of the posts your seats sit on? They seem to be the perfect size
hey brother great boat, gotta question tho. im still kind of confused about the rivet. how does the rivet stay in place when your using the setting tool or rounding it with the ball peen? also what the the advantages of this style rivet over a pop rivet? thanks!
@FatSpliffsofWeed You need to use something behind it, like a metal block, or wooden block. It helps to have two people so that when someone is hitting the rivet, a second pair of hands is holding a piece of metal behind the head.
Looks great we did a modification to my grandpa's jon boat and it turned out very similar though we didn't put as much time into the paint and looks as you did because we only use it on his pond and you can't really see the missing paint. Nice job though!
nice job ,im in the process of doing my mates 4 metre quintrex fishabout boat i am welding all the holes up atleast 60 holes plus had to reinforce the transom
next time i will just rivet the holes like you have
@BassGoneWildd For the floor, you just need a base plate. Match up the the size of the post with the seat base that you want to use. Ex: Swivel post with 3/4" post with a 3/4" base hole
@jameshdfliSBDHVbshdv This particular boat goes 15 on GPS with the 15hp motor. You can expect less than 10mph with a 10hp motor; most likely around 8.
that boat is really cool man.... i like how u explained step by step...... im thinking about buying a 14 ft jon boat but i need to no if its sturdy to stand on the platform in front im a bigger guy and im always worried about the boat rocking to much and capsizing...
@bigbassmaster1 It depends on where you get your materials. Some people have scrap metal laying around, or some might have to go to a scrap yard to gather all that they need. Can't answer that because it depends on your resources.
@bigshawn99tJust saying, It might be easier to leave the original rivets in place and just cut out the seat instead,it would save you from doing the rivet work,plus those 1/4"100ct rivets are like 40 bucks at Grainger.I also removed the seat from my boat 10' sears,added 1"of foam with tape for durability,and tarp for the top,it folds in half and is stored away in two sections floor only weighs 3lbs.Also check out my bowmount conversion,Lot of love for that boat.
@MrHukaspukas Rivets are simple, and it would have been much more difficult to just cut the seat out. There would be no use in leaving the old rivets with the old aluminum sheet metal from the seats. We wanted a cleaner install and it didn't take much time at all.
The cost of the rivets were around that range, but we also use rivets for other projects. In our case, it worked perfectly.
Great idea though, I'm certain that might work for other projects! Thanks bigshawn!
@python3124 The boat was purchased over 15 years ago with the motor as a package. If you add in materials and labor, the boat would be equivalent to other aluminum boats on the market.
It really depends on the size of the boat...and it's just too hard to tell because it's entirely custom.
@bassmastermike827 This particular foam is water resistant. Technically, yes....a very minimal amount if it were to be submerged, but nothing like you are thinking. This is why we chose Foamular 150....because of it's anti-sogging properties.
where did you get the marine grade carpet? Cant seem to find it anywhere. Also what did you use as supports for your deck. I am only 15 and im getting a jon boat so i need as much help as i can get haha.
@TylarsVideos No, the boat doesn't have to be a flat bottom. You can convert anything you imagine. I don't fish rivers very often, but it's hard to beat the stability of a flat bottom Jon boat over a "V" hull. Check out tinboats(dot)net for tons of info!
@BassinNW Ok thanks! one more question, i see people putting carpet into their boats but wouldent the water ruin the carpet and eventually lead to mold? I'm only 15 so i dont know much, but i know enough to get to were i need to go! hah and im more than willing to learn!
@TylarsVideos Marine grade carpet is designed for boats, so make sure to use it if you go that route. Also, age doesn't mean a thing...you can do anything you put your mind to!
Nice build guy my only question is why did you rivet every thing instead of TIG welding it all together ? I just bought a 1448 river john and looking for ideas for the deck and stuff rely love the ideas you guys have ... thought about putting a 1000cc jet-ski motor in mine what you think?
@nbiddle1 nbiddle, we used Foamular 150. It is a "pink" building insulation material used for construction on houses, but it's perfect for this kind of job.
The foam only helps keep your boat afloat if you actually take on water, it doesn't do much else. In our case, we used it under the aluminum floor for added support.
To this day, it works great and this particular foam only has 10% water absorption, the lowest that we could find.
@1996TheRocketman To be honest, we haven't added up the receipts. A rough estimate would be around a thousand dollars for materials, but we have since added a Humminbird 570 DI unit as well.
Boats soak up money because it takes a lot to maintain the entire setup - boat, trailer and motor.
@MrPearce11 Primer is Rustoleum Self Etching Primer, and the top coat was Rustoleum Camo Green. We don't keep the boat in the water, so we decided to avoid buying "expensive" marine paint.
@pinosguns Thanks pinosguns, but we fish a lot of small lakes and such. We'll be purchasing a bass boat in the future, but it's hard to beat an aluminum boat when it comes to shallow fishing and/or hard to get to lakes.
Thanks for the comment, we appreciate it. Have a good one!
@acmxrider Sheet metal prices vary depending on your location, but usually you can find the "cheapest" materials at your local scrap yards. Don't buy it new or you'll be sorry that you didn't look around.
It may take some time to find what you need, so start looking before starting your project.
@rperroni2010 Thank you very much! We are currently finishing up the trailer as it turned into a rust bucket over the years. Fun projects and I agree that it means a lot to fish out of something you've really made unique.
@ChadtheFisher It would be too difficult to tell....there are many different materials that a person could use. It also depends on how much you buy the boat and trailer for.
With all the hours put into the project, it would probably be cheaper to just buy a boat that is already manufactured.
@mrcranker1 We actually screwed the floor down to the ribs that run across the boat. You should avoid screwing anything into the bottom of the boat if possible so you don't have the potential of leaking.
That looks like alot of work!!!But it was worth it,the boat looks great and the way yall did it ,it will last forever......nice work...I have a ? does the hurculiner get hot on your feet if you are bare footed?
@coreysblackmon0427 During the hottest days, yes, the Herculiner gets hot. Sandles would be best...but I'm rarely barefoot, so it wasn't important to me.
Great job and video. This is how its done properly. I know aluminum may be much more expensive but the upside is that its lighter and will not rot which I think is much cheaper in the long run. Plus less maintenance. I love the idea about going to a metal scrap yard. Great idea. Nice job. I think I'll get started on mine. Thanks for the motivation.
im just wondering how much it cost you for all of the materials? plus i figured this same thing would work with plywood instead of the aluminum. I really wanna do this but i dont know if id have enough money
@Sandeemos Cost depends on your local economy because aluminum is priced differently depending on your location. The best thing to do is go to a metal yard and find scrap pieces because they are cheaper. You can use wood also, and will be more cost efficient.
The best way to plan your budget is to start taking measurements for the floor, and deck. Head to your lumber yard or metal yard and start pricing your materials.
If you use wood, carpet is a great way to go and is fairly cheap.
what an amazing video! This really deserves more views, I have a 14in jonboat and it looks like crap. I might just take up the project and apply it to the old boat. Great vid and I loved the 4lb bass pop, so sick
@j0j0barz33 Thanks Jon! I'm not too worried about views, but rather helping inspire others to work on their own boat if they so choose. It's a fun project, and to be honest, it's unique and something our family is proud of.
We have a 1976 Johnson 15hp on the back, and it could certainly use a 20hp with all the additional weight, but it gets us around, so that's all that matters :)
Let me know if I can help ya out in any way if you decide to tackle your boat!
@SanDiegofisshin SDF, thanks for the comment! I truly appreciate you taking the time to do that...but I must say that my Dad is the true mastermind. He builds guns, trailers, and all sorts of stuff....so I just have to learn the best I can!
Take care, I subbed to ya, so hopefully I'll see some videos from you!
You And Your Dad Should Definitely Consider Opening A Shop. To Modify Jon Boats. I Would Absolutely Pay To Have My Boat Done Like This. Outstanding Job
That's pretty impressive. You two really did a great job. I was about to do this but I ended deciding to sell my two aluminums and get a fiberglass bass boat. The fiberglass others a lot of things that I'm interested in: bigger engine, more stability, more room and storage, and full livewells. The only thing I don't like about your boat is the flooring. I would have to go carpet but I also live in Alabama where its been close to 100 for the last two months.
@CoosaSpots A fiberglass in the future will be a must, but this boat is towed down miles and miles of dirt roads before hitting pavement. A fiberglass wouldn't last too long without protection.
Glad to hear you got something you are comfortable with! We usually only have two or three weeks of 90+ degree temperatures. The floor can get hot, but then again, I'm never barefoot either.
Thanks for the comment Coosa..take care, and tight lines!
Hey man, i'm thinking of getting a 14 ft jon boat, instead of a 12 ft. The 14 ft is rated to be with a 15 hp motor at MOST. Do you think i could go a bit higher?
@TheEliteFisherMan There is no law against running a larger motor than what the boat is rated for, but the only thing you need to keep in mind is that if you were to cause an accident or get into trouble on the water, you could be cited due to an "overpowered vessel".
I wouldn't go much higher than 25 hp just to stay safe, but you have to pay close attention to the weight of the motor and how much load your boat can handle.
@BassinNW Ok man, thank's. I think i will go with either the 9.9, 15 or 20. just to be safe on the water so i dont get stuck out on the great lakes. Thanks again!
@BassinNW oh wait, then im wondering... can you get 20 hp or 15 hp motors that you can handle with you hand on that stick thing that comes from the motor to control? or does the boat need a steering wheel?
@TheEliteFisherMan Yes, a motor with hand controls is called a "tiller steer". Search around on the internet and see what kind of motor you can come up with.
Is that what you have? 11" posts on the lower deck? How about the raised deck?
SMLab1 22 hours ago
@SMLab1 I believe the lower deck pedestals were 13", while the front deck pedestal is 11". Like I said, it's hard to remember and the boat is in storage right now.
BassinNW 22 hours ago
This boat is soooo nastyyyy!!! I was looking o do about the same thing. Buut im having trouble sizing out the posts for the seats. What are the lengths of the posts your seats sit on? They seem to be the perfect size
SMLab1 23 hours ago
@SMLab1 Just the standard posts you buy at any marine shop...like bass pro, cabelas, etc. I believe the standard is 11" or 12", can't remember.
BassinNW 22 hours ago
how wide is this boat?
sunitiger 2 days ago
@sunitiger Not wide at all, 36" at the bottom and 42" across the top, if I remember correctly.
BassinNW 23 hours ago
did you use rivets to connect the aluminum front deck to the frame under it?
MrStrattonskier 3 days ago
@MrStrattonskier Yes sir!
BassinNW 2 days ago
Good job looks great. Visit my channel and check out my 14ft mod
Dthacker109 3 days ago
@Dthacker109 Will do, thanks!
BassinNW 2 days ago
looks amazing
CrankBaitMaster 4 days ago
dude that was awesome i would of never thought to do anything like that to a little john boat
bspencer069 4 days ago
this is sweet, how long did the proscess take if you were to add up the hours
and where did you get the styrofoam insulation? sweet outcome by the way.
MrStrattonskier 5 days ago
excellent vid. well narrated. great project for a father and son.
DENMONKEY 1 week ago
@DENMONKEY thanks denmonkey. We appreciate your comment.
BassinNW 1 week ago
hey brother great boat, gotta question tho. im still kind of confused about the rivet. how does the rivet stay in place when your using the setting tool or rounding it with the ball peen? also what the the advantages of this style rivet over a pop rivet? thanks!
FatSpliffsofWeed 1 week ago
@FatSpliffsofWeed You need to use something behind it, like a metal block, or wooden block. It helps to have two people so that when someone is hitting the rivet, a second pair of hands is holding a piece of metal behind the head.
BassinNW 1 week ago
Looks great we did a modification to my grandpa's jon boat and it turned out very similar though we didn't put as much time into the paint and looks as you did because we only use it on his pond and you can't really see the missing paint. Nice job though!
BassAssasinz47 2 weeks ago
@BassAssasinz47 Awesome, sounds like you have a very nice boat yourself!
BassinNW 1 week ago
great job!!! new sub!!
scnatureboy69 2 weeks ago
You guys did a tits job on this conversion. Hats off.
bevanlurito 2 weeks ago
nice job ,im in the process of doing my mates 4 metre quintrex fishabout boat i am welding all the holes up atleast 60 holes plus had to reinforce the transom
next time i will just rivet the holes like you have
thanks for uploading the project
xr8dpixel 2 weeks ago
@xr8dpixel Great to hear. Hope we get to see your project?
BassinNW 2 weeks ago
@xr8dpixel
I did the exact same thing your doing, welding, welding, n welding, trust me, takes forever but way better than rivets, rivets eventually leak
rickyy33 1 week ago
Very cool!
jbvap 2 weeks ago
@jbvap Thanks jb
BassinNW 2 weeks ago
what kind of pedestole from bass pro did you get?
BassGoneWildd 2 weeks ago
@BassGoneWildd The Kingpin seat post and the Tourney Special butt seat.
BassinNW 2 weeks ago
@BassGoneWildd what about the swivels for the seat and the floor?
BassGoneWildd 2 weeks ago
@BassGoneWildd They are permanently attached to the floor. We used the Bass Pro Shops Boat Seat Swivel for the seats. Part # 38-534-347-00
BassinNW 2 weeks ago
@BassGoneWildd For the floor, you just need a base plate. Match up the the size of the post with the seat base that you want to use. Ex: Swivel post with 3/4" post with a 3/4" base hole
BassinNW 2 weeks ago
Excellent!!!
AweSomo84 3 weeks ago
I really like Jon Boat conversions its always a fun project.
MEMooreJr 3 weeks ago
one word. AWESOME!
FISHFANATIC95 3 weeks ago
@FISHFANATIC95 thanks fanatic.
BassinNW 3 weeks ago
thats a beast finishing project
ImBetterThenYu 3 weeks ago
@ImBetterThenYu We appreciate it!
BassinNW 3 weeks ago
yessir thats BAD ASS!
GetnMoneyTV 1 month ago
bro, thats pretty nice
GetnMoneyTV 1 month ago
@GetnMoneyTV thanks a lot, still a nice boat to fish out of!
BassinNW 1 month ago
how dose the 15 hp engine work im 14 so when i get my john boat leagaly i have to be under 10 hp how fast will it go?
jameshdfliSBDHVbshdv 1 month ago
@jameshdfliSBDHVbshdv This particular boat goes 15 on GPS with the 15hp motor. You can expect less than 10mph with a 10hp motor; most likely around 8.
BassinNW 1 month ago
keep it goin great job post a vid of you using it and how old is the jon boat good job man
TheFishyman1000 1 month ago
@TheFishyman1000 The boat is a 1980 model. Thanks for the comment.
BassinNW 1 month ago
Did you only have a trolling motor on it?
theperson241 1 month ago
@theperson241 No, we have a 15hp on the back.
BassinNW 1 month ago
Nice.....How much do you calculate the modifications costed you and your Dad? Your Dad must be a hell of a welder also......
cruzint2000 1 month ago
@cruzint2000 We haven't added up the receipts, but at least $1000. My Dad is a great welder and that certainly kept the costs down.
BassinNW 1 month ago
What gauge metal did you use on the inside frame. Anything you would do different if done again? Thanks and awesome job you guys did on the boat!
cocoyboy 1 month ago
@cocoyboy I believe we used 3/16 aluminum angle for the framing.
BassinNW 1 month ago
Nice set up...... think I'm going to go with it.
pheeny69 2 months ago
that boat is really cool man.... i like how u explained step by step...... im thinking about buying a 14 ft jon boat but i need to no if its sturdy to stand on the platform in front im a bigger guy and im always worried about the boat rocking to much and capsizing...
sanddunejunky 2 months ago
Very nice work.all a man needs!
cjdauzat 3 months ago
so how much money did you invest?
YourFriendlyMe 3 months ago
Hows the front of the boat in the water? Is it very stable? I'm thinking of doing the same thing with a 14 foot tracker jon.
47quicker 3 months ago
How are you securing the floor to to the bottom of the boat ? is it sturdy
dr2104 4 months ago
@dr2104 Secured with sheet metal screws and yes, still sturdy even after an entire year!
BassinNW 4 months ago
whats the easiest way to put rivits in
redneckwhitedude 4 months ago
My early 60s Klamath came with Dap33 joints so i use the caulk from a tube.
Has more oil in it. rehydrates the old seal ^_^
should be placed around rivets too.
pyramonitor 4 months ago
hey how much dose it cost to do all of that
bigbassmaster1 4 months ago
@bigbassmaster1 It depends on where you get your materials. Some people have scrap metal laying around, or some might have to go to a scrap yard to gather all that they need. Can't answer that because it depends on your resources.
BassinNW 4 months ago
@BassinNW thanks man that a cool boat too
bigbassmaster1 4 months ago in playlist More videos from BassinNW
hey man you should do a video of your boat going full speed
grillPERSON 4 months ago
My boat sits a little low in the water, would putting styrofoam or something in the bottom make it float higher up?
thanks, Payton
6BassSlayer 4 months ago
@6BassSlayer No, adding foam doesn't help buoyancy, it's only installed to help the boat floats in case of capsizing.
Unfortunately, there's not much you can do, except for removing some weight.
BassinNW 4 months ago
Did this to my John boat.. It looks exacly like that 1.. I got a mercury in the back and a petal in the front it works great
LeGitzZReMiiX 5 months ago
How did you attach the floor panels?
cooldylanperson 6 months ago
@cooldylanperson We screwed the metal sheets into the ribs. If we need to get the floor up, there are four screws in each panel. Quick and easy.
BassinNW 6 months ago
herculiner was a great idea! i bet its super waterproof now!
LiveBreatheOutdoors 7 months ago
very well done
bigshawn99t 7 months ago
@bigshawn99t Thanks bigshawn.
BassinNW 7 months ago
@bigshawn99tJust saying, It might be easier to leave the original rivets in place and just cut out the seat instead,it would save you from doing the rivet work,plus those 1/4"100ct rivets are like 40 bucks at Grainger.I also removed the seat from my boat 10' sears,added 1"of foam with tape for durability,and tarp for the top,it folds in half and is stored away in two sections floor only weighs 3lbs.Also check out my bowmount conversion,Lot of love for that boat.
MrHukaspukas 6 months ago
@MrHukaspukas Rivets are simple, and it would have been much more difficult to just cut the seat out. There would be no use in leaving the old rivets with the old aluminum sheet metal from the seats. We wanted a cleaner install and it didn't take much time at all.
The cost of the rivets were around that range, but we also use rivets for other projects. In our case, it worked perfectly.
Great idea though, I'm certain that might work for other projects! Thanks bigshawn!
BassinNW 6 months ago
amazing job, about how much would that boat cost toatal without the motor?
python3124 7 months ago
@python3124 The boat was purchased over 15 years ago with the motor as a package. If you add in materials and labor, the boat would be equivalent to other aluminum boats on the market.
It really depends on the size of the boat...and it's just too hard to tell because it's entirely custom.
BassinNW 7 months ago
does the foam absorb water????
bassmastermike827 7 months ago
@bassmastermike827 This particular foam is water resistant. Technically, yes....a very minimal amount if it were to be submerged, but nothing like you are thinking. This is why we chose Foamular 150....because of it's anti-sogging properties.
BassinNW 7 months ago
Your boat looks Great! Nice work!
95rman 8 months ago
@95rman thank you!
BassinNW 8 months ago
This is awesome I would of never thought to do this, but this might just be my next project =D
flatsac1 8 months ago
@flatsac1 This is just one way...if you check out tinboats(dot)net, you can see a lot more projects!
BassinNW 8 months ago
cool, nice job but could u have not just bout a small crappie boat ?
TeamKOJO 8 months ago
@TeamKOJO Anyone can buy a boat...we wanted to build it to our specs as a family project.
BassinNW 8 months ago
Very nice job! Makes me wanna do a conversion now. Thanks for posting.
tyte90 8 months ago
@tyte90 You bet, hopefully it inspires you to get creative too. It was fun and we enjoy the boat much more now.
BassinNW 8 months ago
Nice Conversion . I'm Tryna Get A Nice Jon So I Can Do The Same !
TerpsKid5 8 months ago
@TerpsKid5 Thanks a lot! Let us know when you get some videos or photos!
BassinNW 8 months ago
how fast does the 15hp go on the boat? MPH wise
TylarsVideos 8 months ago
@TylarsVideos About 15mph from the GPS reading.
BassinNW 8 months ago
where did you get the marine grade carpet? Cant seem to find it anywhere. Also what did you use as supports for your deck. I am only 15 and im getting a jon boat so i need as much help as i can get haha.
Thanks also awesome vid!
PlandHoopers23 8 months ago
@PlandHoopers23 We didn't use carpet...we used Herculiner, which is a truck bed material.
BassinNW 8 months ago
does the boat have to be a flat bottom? and does a vee bottom style give a smoother ride over a flat bottom while river fishing?
TylarsVideos 8 months ago
@TylarsVideos No, the boat doesn't have to be a flat bottom. You can convert anything you imagine. I don't fish rivers very often, but it's hard to beat the stability of a flat bottom Jon boat over a "V" hull. Check out tinboats(dot)net for tons of info!
BassinNW 8 months ago
@BassinNW Ok thanks! one more question, i see people putting carpet into their boats but wouldent the water ruin the carpet and eventually lead to mold? I'm only 15 so i dont know much, but i know enough to get to were i need to go! hah and im more than willing to learn!
TylarsVideos 8 months ago
@TylarsVideos Marine grade carpet is designed for boats, so make sure to use it if you go that route. Also, age doesn't mean a thing...you can do anything you put your mind to!
BassinNW 8 months ago
Nice build guy my only question is why did you rivet every thing instead of TIG welding it all together ? I just bought a 1448 river john and looking for ideas for the deck and stuff rely love the ideas you guys have ... thought about putting a 1000cc jet-ski motor in mine what you think?
nbiddle1 9 months ago
@nbiddle1 Rivets were much more simple in this case. As far as 1000cc motor, you would have to make sure to enter some jon boat races :)
BassinNW 9 months ago
@BassinNW .....what kinda foam did you use and do u worry it will git water loged over time ?
nbiddle1 9 months ago
@nbiddle1 nbiddle, we used Foamular 150. It is a "pink" building insulation material used for construction on houses, but it's perfect for this kind of job.
The foam only helps keep your boat afloat if you actually take on water, it doesn't do much else. In our case, we used it under the aluminum floor for added support.
To this day, it works great and this particular foam only has 10% water absorption, the lowest that we could find.
BassinNW 9 months ago
Thanks mate
MrPearce11 9 months ago
How much did the entire thing cost exept the boat? Nice vid.
1996TheRocketman 9 months ago
@1996TheRocketman To be honest, we haven't added up the receipts. A rough estimate would be around a thousand dollars for materials, but we have since added a Humminbird 570 DI unit as well.
Boats soak up money because it takes a lot to maintain the entire setup - boat, trailer and motor.
BassinNW 9 months ago
Thats awesome, cant wait to give it a go. What was the name of the primer and paint you used?
MrPearce11 9 months ago
@MrPearce11 Primer is Rustoleum Self Etching Primer, and the top coat was Rustoleum Camo Green. We don't keep the boat in the water, so we decided to avoid buying "expensive" marine paint.
BassinNW 9 months ago
35 likes ...5 thumbs up
stimulater7 9 months ago
thats nice but it seems like alot of work for such a narrow boat but top notch craftsmanship your father takes pride in his wok
pinosguns 10 months ago
@pinosguns Thanks pinosguns, but we fish a lot of small lakes and such. We'll be purchasing a bass boat in the future, but it's hard to beat an aluminum boat when it comes to shallow fishing and/or hard to get to lakes.
Thanks for the comment, we appreciate it. Have a good one!
BassinNW 10 months ago
Hey man I was wondering how fast your 15 hp motor pushes your boat with to people great video
grillPERSON 10 months ago
@grillPERSON I didn't have GPS when we had the 15 on, but I would say around 13mph. We have a 20hp now that pushes the boat 18.4 mph.
Of course, it's GPS, so give or take a mile per hour. Not bad though.
BassinNW 10 months ago
@BassinNW if i did that could i use a normal riveter????
narutouzumakiruels 10 months ago
@narutouzumakiruels You bet..if you have a rivet tool. In our case, we didn't want to spend money on a tool. By all means, go with what's easiest!
BassinNW 10 months ago
@BassinNW thanks
narutouzumakiruels 10 months ago
awesome i want to do that but i need to get the boat first:)
narutouzumakiruels 10 months ago
could you tell me were you got the aluminum shetting for the floor,and cost.i plan to start my own project soon?,thanks for the help
acmxrider 10 months ago
@acmxrider Sheet metal prices vary depending on your location, but usually you can find the "cheapest" materials at your local scrap yards. Don't buy it new or you'll be sorry that you didn't look around.
It may take some time to find what you need, so start looking before starting your project.
BassinNW 10 months ago
Dude, you rock. Awesome job!
jsage5 10 months ago
@jsage5 Thanks a lot for the comment.
BassinNW 10 months ago
Incredible!
KKyle08 11 months ago
@KKyle08 Thanks a lot KKyle!
BassinNW 11 months ago
hey man, great job with the jon boat. i really like what you did with it and considering taking this up as a project next! again fantastic job!
matthewpaul0007 11 months ago
I agree with bassinNW it is a good feeling to have something that you've worked hard on. Nice vid I like your ideas!
1996TheRocketman 11 months ago
@1996TheRocketman Thanks a lot Rocketman!
BassinNW 11 months ago
Wow, came out really nice, and it's a lot more when you build something like that. Great job guys.
rperroni2010 11 months ago
@rperroni2010 Thank you very much! We are currently finishing up the trailer as it turned into a rust bucket over the years. Fun projects and I agree that it means a lot to fish out of something you've really made unique.
BassinNW 11 months ago
Nice..would you make another one,and if you would how much would you sell it for? Please comment/message back
ChadtheFisher 11 months ago
@ChadtheFisher It would be too difficult to tell....there are many different materials that a person could use. It also depends on how much you buy the boat and trailer for.
With all the hours put into the project, it would probably be cheaper to just buy a boat that is already manufactured.
BassinNW 11 months ago
Cool rig man!!
Yggmsa 1 year ago
@Yggmsa Thanks a lot Ygg...we appreciate the comment!
BassinNW 1 year ago
Great job!!
JAFZX1207 1 year ago
@JAFZX1207 Thanks JAF
BassinNW 1 year ago
your very industrioius
cessna151 1 year ago
@cessna151 I appreciate it, but my father is the creative one :)
BassinNW 1 year ago
what did u use to bolt the floor down?
mrcranker1 1 year ago
@mrcranker1 We actually screwed the floor down to the ribs that run across the boat. You should avoid screwing anything into the bottom of the boat if possible so you don't have the potential of leaking.
BassinNW 1 year ago
That looks like alot of work!!!But it was worth it,the boat looks great and the way yall did it ,it will last forever......nice work...I have a ? does the hurculiner get hot on your feet if you are bare footed?
coreysblackmon0427 1 year ago
@coreysblackmon0427 During the hottest days, yes, the Herculiner gets hot. Sandles would be best...but I'm rarely barefoot, so it wasn't important to me.
BassinNW 1 year ago
nice rig
mfreeman451 1 year ago
@mfreeman451 Thanks for commenting on the project MrFreeman
BassinNW 1 year ago
nice dog
jksniper16 1 year ago
@jksniper16 Hey Sniper, thanks.
BassinNW 1 year ago
Real nice boat!
shutupandreel1 1 year ago
@shutupandreel1 Thanks a lot!
BassinNW 1 year ago
nice f cking job.
xerxes8796 1 year ago
@xerxes8796 thanks, I appreciate it!
BassinNW 1 year ago
AWESOME!!!!!!!!
mrcranker1 1 year ago
@mrcranker1 Thanks!
BassinNW 1 year ago
do you recomend putting the trolling motor on the front or the back. (10 ft jon boat)
thanks
bassnager 1 year ago
@bassnager It depends, do you fish from the front of the boat, or the back? That will answer your question.
BassinNW 1 year ago
that thing is the coolest jon boat ive seen i have a 10 ft with a front and rear deck but i need to recarpet them its rotted away
5marcopolo 1 year ago
@5marcopolo Thanks! Can't wait to get her back in the water in March!
BassinNW 1 year ago
Great job and video. This is how its done properly. I know aluminum may be much more expensive but the upside is that its lighter and will not rot which I think is much cheaper in the long run. Plus less maintenance. I love the idea about going to a metal scrap yard. Great idea. Nice job. I think I'll get started on mine. Thanks for the motivation.
texican1005 1 year ago
im just wondering how much it cost you for all of the materials? plus i figured this same thing would work with plywood instead of the aluminum. I really wanna do this but i dont know if id have enough money
Sandeemos 1 year ago
@Sandeemos Cost depends on your local economy because aluminum is priced differently depending on your location. The best thing to do is go to a metal yard and find scrap pieces because they are cheaper. You can use wood also, and will be more cost efficient.
The best way to plan your budget is to start taking measurements for the floor, and deck. Head to your lumber yard or metal yard and start pricing your materials.
If you use wood, carpet is a great way to go and is fairly cheap.
BassinNW 1 year ago
what an amazing video! This really deserves more views, I have a 14in jonboat and it looks like crap. I might just take up the project and apply it to the old boat. Great vid and I loved the 4lb bass pop, so sick
j0j0barz33 1 year ago
@j0j0barz33 Thanks Jon! I'm not too worried about views, but rather helping inspire others to work on their own boat if they so choose. It's a fun project, and to be honest, it's unique and something our family is proud of.
We have a 1976 Johnson 15hp on the back, and it could certainly use a 20hp with all the additional weight, but it gets us around, so that's all that matters :)
Let me know if I can help ya out in any way if you decide to tackle your boat!
BassinNW 1 year ago
holy crap ur amazing
SanDiegofisshin 1 year ago
@SanDiegofisshin SDF, thanks for the comment! I truly appreciate you taking the time to do that...but I must say that my Dad is the true mastermind. He builds guns, trailers, and all sorts of stuff....so I just have to learn the best I can!
Take care, I subbed to ya, so hopefully I'll see some videos from you!
BassinNW 1 year ago
Impresive. This gives ideas for ones own projest.
graymatter1985a 1 year ago
@graymatter1985a Thanks, we hope that it does give you a few new ideas of your own. Good luck!
BassinNW 1 year ago
Nice job, gives us guys some ideas. Thanks for taking your time to help us.
pcool3066 1 year ago
@pcool3066 Thanks PCool, appreciate the feedback.
BassinNW 1 year ago
You And Your Dad Should Definitely Consider Opening A Shop. To Modify Jon Boats. I Would Absolutely Pay To Have My Boat Done Like This. Outstanding Job
yaboy520 1 year ago
@yaboy520 Thanks yaboy, it was a much longer project than expected, but it's great to fish out of. Now, we just need to upgrade the 15hp Johnson.
BassinNW 1 year ago
@LookinboyTV Get yourself an angle grinder, and grind one of the heads down. Then, you can just take a hammer and knock the rivet out.
BassinNW 1 year ago
Outstanding work. Great attention to detail.
olebiker 1 year ago
@olebiker Thanks olebiker, appreciate your comment.
BassinNW 1 year ago
That's pretty impressive. You two really did a great job. I was about to do this but I ended deciding to sell my two aluminums and get a fiberglass bass boat. The fiberglass others a lot of things that I'm interested in: bigger engine, more stability, more room and storage, and full livewells. The only thing I don't like about your boat is the flooring. I would have to go carpet but I also live in Alabama where its been close to 100 for the last two months.
CoosaSpots 1 year ago
@CoosaSpots A fiberglass in the future will be a must, but this boat is towed down miles and miles of dirt roads before hitting pavement. A fiberglass wouldn't last too long without protection.
Glad to hear you got something you are comfortable with! We usually only have two or three weeks of 90+ degree temperatures. The floor can get hot, but then again, I'm never barefoot either.
Thanks for the comment Coosa..take care, and tight lines!
BassinNW 1 year ago
Hey man, i'm thinking of getting a 14 ft jon boat, instead of a 12 ft. The 14 ft is rated to be with a 15 hp motor at MOST. Do you think i could go a bit higher?
TheEliteFisherMan 1 year ago
@TheEliteFisherMan There is no law against running a larger motor than what the boat is rated for, but the only thing you need to keep in mind is that if you were to cause an accident or get into trouble on the water, you could be cited due to an "overpowered vessel".
I wouldn't go much higher than 25 hp just to stay safe, but you have to pay close attention to the weight of the motor and how much load your boat can handle.
BassinNW 1 year ago
@BassinNW Ok man, thank's. I think i will go with either the 9.9, 15 or 20. just to be safe on the water so i dont get stuck out on the great lakes. Thanks again!
TheEliteFisherMan 1 year ago
@BassinNW oh wait, then im wondering... can you get 20 hp or 15 hp motors that you can handle with you hand on that stick thing that comes from the motor to control? or does the boat need a steering wheel?
TheEliteFisherMan 1 year ago
@TheEliteFisherMan Yes, a motor with hand controls is called a "tiller steer". Search around on the internet and see what kind of motor you can come up with.
BassinNW 1 year ago