Jon boat bass boat conversion

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Jon boat bass boat conversion

Log in. Sign up. JavaScript is disabled. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. I started off wanting a small jon boat with a trolling motor for hand carry lakes on Long Island. Top speed is about I was thinking about adding a hydrofoil to assist with planing. It tries to plane off, but that motor just barely has the power with the weight I added. Boats rated for 35HP. I couldn't be happier with how it turned out.

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By 19lowe96 , March 30, in Jonboat Conversion. Build your decks using the seats as supports. Use as little material as possible to keep the weight down. I have not purchased mine yet but I will be getting one soon. You will have to rivet it but it will be much lighter than wood.

Every shorebound bass angler has sat on the banks and looked out in envy at boaters cruising down the river in big, sparkly, bass boats. Fishing can be a very cheap hobby. But boating? These small craft are remarkably less expensive, but hardly ideal for fishing. Chris and Ryan own the southeastern Tiny Boat Nation store, which is the leading supplier of parts, supplies, and advice for anglers looking to turn a humble jon boat into a fully tricked-out bass fishing machine. They do custom builds, and also sell kits that simplify the building process. For starters, these boats are smaller than an average bass boat. The typical jon is a small boat for one angler, and a very small boat if you add a second.

Jon boat bass boat conversion

Converting jon boats into bass boats has really taken off in popularity over the last few years. And for good reason! The possibilities and customization options are endless, but there are some important things to think about before you start. These tips and tricks will give you the help you need to start planning the perfect jon boat to bass boat project. The most important piece of the conversion project is the jon boat itself. Everything you do from start to finish revolves around your base jon boat, so you may as well choose a wide one that affords you the most freedom. A boat with a narrow width will almost always have a number of issues during the conversion process. Second, and more importantly, a narrow hull will be very unstable when a deck is installed. The wider, the better. It simply means that you need to take extra care to choose a hull that can handle the extra construction that comes when you turn it into a heavier rig.

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The past 2 weekends I was able to get the floor of my rear bench in and mount my 2 Bank battery charger. Similar threads Z. I may bring it out to the fish fry in April Thanks for following along. Transom Restoration on 99 Starcraft Superfisherman Watering Hole. I hoped you enjoyed the build, it was something different for the off season if anything. I brazed a few of the holes but decided to use Marine JB weld for the rest. However, if the boat suits a lot of the places you're going to fish, such as outboard or horsepower restricted water, and you plan on keeping the boat for a long time for just that purpose, a personally customized jon conversion can be well suited and a lot of fun to fish from! Looking at a few jon boats by me- seeing several 14 foot models ranging from 50" to 55" beam width from top of rail to other rail in middle of boat - do you suggest I go with minimum of a 60" beam rail to rail measuring across the top or is a 55" beam width model suitable for decking out a jon boat making it into a mini bass boat? If I see him again I will take pics and get you his contact info. Riveted boats will be cheaper than the welded ones, but might be more prone to repair if they are older. They are cheaper and lighter than the AGM batteries.

Jet jon boats known as jet ski jon boat hybrids have become more common on many rivers. These are unique and usually custom-built jon boats which are powered by jet drive.

Fishing out of these rigs is awesome, but they can have problems with choppy water, so you can be a bit limited in where you can get to. Hope yall have years of fun in it. It tries to plane off, but that motor just barely has the power with the weight I added. Sep 11 Chris Haller Slot Fish. I used it on the Delta a couple of times in the back waters. That is exactly what I would want mine to eventualy look like. I went with Duracell 27 Wet Cells. I am taking the trailer to get sandblasted this weekend and then placing the bunks, rollers, winch and jack stand. Started cutting foam blocks to add to the sides and floor for some floation. On any jon boat conversion, keep in mind the original design This is a Marlon 14'x54" Jon boat I did. Wish i still had it. Here's a link to the whole project step-by-step on tinboats.