5HP Outboard on a Kayak!

[@JayceBroda]

Marty, you have reached a whole new level when it comes to creating content people care about. That was not just a masterful build, but a masterfully told story.

[@Coloradohyperlite]

True artist with tools and with the camera. Thanks for another great video Marty!

[@jasonalred6012]

Don’t let fwc catch you without registration.

[@richardmyhan8755]

@@jasonalred6012 Cuz the Gangsters want their cut!

[@jasonalred6012]

@NPC #34254334 Response: if it has a motor in Florida you do have to register.

[@ThurstonHowell3rd]

Jason Alred yep, feds have their hands in just about everything. I have to deal with Customs regularly with my job and the stories I could tell....

[@dickflinghammer58]

@@richardmyhan8755 It's actually much worse. When you register a vehicle or vessel, you literally hand ownership to the Queen of England. I thought it was a joke till I looked up my shit. There was my van, all my motorcycles (except track bikes never for the street) and my Gheenoe. Everything is a lie but people.

[@DV77737]

All those power tools and never a shoe worn. Amazing! Nice build sir

[@tomharrell1954]

Darren V. Florida boy!

[@mobilegas8220]

Florida mans getting the job done

[@rerun3283]

Safety is for wimps.

[@dickflinghammer58]

I work alone on full remodels. My boot of choice are flip-flops. Florida will do that.

[@crest2471]

Just how it should be

[@flyintime6320]

Inspiring to watch you living the dream! I'm hooked on your devotion to diy. This is only the 2nd video I've watched, beside your outstanding Pelican 12x3. Totally stoked!

[@johnvanhorn9680]

Great Build, reminds me of myself outfitting a 15' Scot Canoe Kevlar squareback with a 6 hp Evinrude plus the 3 gallon tank. Made a cooler seat to adjust the trim by sliding back and forth to find the sweet spot. Also made a tiller extension with a internal button extension to kill the button on the end of handle. That was in 1986 when I was 36 years old. Forward 34 years just got another Kevlar squareback canoe and power it with a much tamer 3.5 Mercury which will hit 12 mph with me and my little grandma up front. Little boats with small motors will take you to some very magical spots. Always wear your jacket and kill switch please.

[@aplong0202]

I've been a follower since you first started this channel. And I'm still amazed at the things you put together. What an inventive mind. Congratulations on all your success.

[@BiancoInstruments]

Great video. I especially like the fast forward parts it keeps the video interesting throughout the entire build.

[@Calamiti999Fine]

Man, I’ll bet that Pelican management gets a kick out of seeing you turn the Catch 120 into a mini skiff....clever idea Marty.

[@rickparker3119]

I just rewatched this for probably the 4th time. I finally built mine using an ascend fs12 kayak. It is so much fun and better than paddling to the fishing spots. Thankyou for your awesome videos!

[@ghostrider-ml1ho]

I can't believe some people actually got thumbs down this was an awesome original build

[@ScottLiberty1110]

POS Libtards more than likely :)

[@TarmanTheChampion]

Theyre just jealous

[@bucstart]

I agree. Most likely unhappy, grouchy and simply folks that absolutely nothing will please.

[@joejones4039]

@@ScottLiberty1110 look, another asshole that wants to make everything political. The thumbs down were for the lengthy intro and not seeing the motor run. But sure. Keep pushing your political bullshit everywhere

[@frankgallagher1165]

@@ScottLiberty1110 Why would you bring politics into this..??

[@EmmaSantiago]

That dude is serious! What a talented rigger. Great concept! Very informative, inspiring . Lots of smiles watching this presentation.

[@bettycocker2226]

whoa

[@DiamondPilotDan]

the footage quality and editing of this video is genuinely worldclass

[@Adam-ff3me]

IS F@UCKEN NOT

[@thetruebrit85]

@Luke Colwell It's bloody beltin actually.😁🤸🍾

[@jorcktheoutcast8007]

@Luke Colwell need a Tampax?

[@DiamondPilotDan]

@Luke Colwell why are you two speds even having this argument lmao

[@lifefavorites]

Some serious: camera handling, video editing, imagination, designing, tools handling. Subbed+liked

[@lifefavorites]

@Luke Colwell ok

[@jamielarot8226]

You are an amazing Kayak builder, designer, and visioner. I am very impressed with your skills, talents, and abilities. Anything is possible if you put your mind to it and not only that, you have all the tools and materials to complete the job. You made it look so easy when you put everything together and the tools you have really made the job done faster in less time and effort.

[@DaYammie]

Very well done and you respect the safety aspects of your build. Love your innovative ideas and we can all learn from this.

[@cosp_ride3095]

So much visible effort to making this video, and an obvious respect for the things that helped him make it. What a genuine guy, earned yourself a sub. Keep up the amazing content!

[@rickkenyon6275]

Wow, you're the "McGyver" of kayaks!! Appreciate the ingenuity and love the creative ways you fine tune these yaks.

[@DavidHarrisGRI]

Looks like a blast! Marty plus an unlimited supply of Starboard is a dangerous thing!

[@CorbinAce]

I respect a guy that can eye ball, free hand cut, and drill, and it all goes together not to mention card board blue prints. Amazing stuff! I wasted so much time learning Machine Shop. LOL Great job I enjoyed it a bunch.

[@Christof60]

Fantastic build! And I must say, the way you film and edit your videos makes them a pleasure to watch. I usually just scroll through long videos, but not yours. Keep up the great work!

[@marknc9616]

14:17 The other boater says, "I just crossed the wake of a ... Kayak??"

[@lastcasttexan4834]

🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@smileycamel5635]

You never fail to amaze...great job...I learn a lot from seeing how you engineer things...thanks

[@Jcscoob]

Just a thought.... Pedal steering, and squeeze throttle. Great build, thanks for sharing 👍

[@BamaRockstar85]

It looks incredible man. Hard work very detailed and STURDY AS HELL LOL. When I think of something being professionally built, this is what I picture. Boat and kayak manufacturer's can't touch the job you just did. AWESOME MAN 👍

[@gamerbombstudios2668]

hes the definition of a smart hold my beer florida man, crazy ideas that involve slapping a motor onto anything that floats but he uses actual science and makes an industrial level of quality build

[@thebeardedgorilla8596]

Dude you are a damn genius! No half ass here, this was a legit build. Awesome video....

[@gordonbishop6830]

Cool! My first boat was a 17 ft fibreglass canoe with a 1948 6hp Johnson Seahorse on a side mount. Scary as heck on the St.Lawrence but bugs in my teeth smiling. Cheers

[@johanesmuylargo]

The Jimmy DiResta of Kayak mods. I like it!

[@johanesmuylargo]

@Tyler Studstill - different guy. There are a few of us out there. :)

[@ArunasPauliukonis]

superb job, I tried this with no success, one thing I suggest through my trials, is outrigger stabilizing pontoons in case of wave action from disrespectful boaters

[@patricklach925]

Your attention to detail and craftsmanship are amazing

[@emfournet]

The cinematography on this is SO GOOD

[@kirkallen83]

A+ for Craftsmanship, A+ for Creativity!

[@fesp7728]

Nice job Marty. How about some foot steering controls and throttle??

[@TrumpsGold]

Just started watching your channel. Amazing stuff, Marty! I look forward to watching more of your content from past to present. I love your creativity!

[@blayne1647]

I just saw this. My man you are a genius. Truly. With this you earned my respect. And I subbed. Truly ballsy to have 5hp on a small craft. Awesome

[@ppx4243]

Cool video, I've wanted to hang a motor of the back of my kayak for a while, this is the best conversion video I've seen, makes the job look a lot easier.

[@mihailmihaylov8567]

PPX websites for

[@Rattlerjake1]

Why would you buy a kayak and want to put a motor on it? Why not just buy a flat back canoe or a jonboat?

[@rmac2786]

Rattlerjake1 because my yak runs in 6 inches of water, and my long tail runs in 7. I’ve been places no boat has even dreamed of.

[@Mooreapproved]

You're a kayak modding Rock Star! I particularly liked the comment below about you being the "Diresta of kayak mods". I definitely agree! A pleasure to watch as always. : )

[@philais]

A+ Cinematography! Haha! I have that Costco pool table too! You're driving like a Cambodian needle boat boss! Now lets work on getting it up to 25mph!

[@gilbertrobles1374]

@@philais aaand a steering wheel

[@namvet1968]

Your skills are remarkable. 14 to 16 mph in a kayak is flying! Well done.

[@hankritter4935]

Who else wishes this guy was your brother so you could hang out with him all the time😂😂

[@Snagglepuss1952]

Me too!

[@alburns7278]

me lol

[@dangle0921]

🙋‍♂️

[@haw5268]

Me

[@wyliefiutak4155]

GreenMountainKid28 KZbin comments might not be the place to find comfort.

[@doncook5221]

Very cool project. Lost track of you for a couple of years but two days ago I was watching a guy evaluate some kayaks and he mentioned your name. Was really happy to relocate you again. Keep it up.

[@RH-qk5lt]

That opens up a TON of new fishing areas to explore!

[@memphistigers777]

14-16 mph can cross some serious water quick

[@dylanzrim1011]

Key west kayak fishing did it to a hobie

[@RH-qk5lt]

@@dylanzrim1011 yeah, he mounted his to his outrigger though. No where near as much effort or ingenuity as what Marty did. But still effective. That guy does some crazy stuff with that sea kayak, Off shore big time! Fishing. He's one of many I subscribe to.

[@michaelanderson1859]

Just make sure your kayak is rated for that much hp or your gonna have problems when checked by Coast guard, Marine Patrol, Sheriffs etc. Also in most states have yo be registered.

[@ItalianE313]

Love it!! U make it look so easy and just so simple to add things on lol

[@TheMyeloman]

Tune in next week when Marty upcycles an old paraglider motor onto a kayak, creating the world's first airboat-yak!

[@snowmonkey4863]

Are you trying to get the man killed? STOP!

[@anthonyvespia6662]

Lol, hit send by accident. Love watching you. I'm about to purchase my kayak for summer 2021, and will have some type of motor. Not a fisherman, but love being out in the water. You inspire so many people. God bless my friend. Love your "boat home" dog's, glad thing's have worked out for you. Be safe!🙏

[@ncwarrior62]

Still amazed that kayak did not flex more. But hey your Zoefinger engineering held up great. It was a pleasure meeting you few weeks back in Morehead City it’s one thing to watch the videos but to see first hand how you built it was just cool! Hope you get back to regular postings but hey all your videos are good stuff. Take Care Brother Gene Lewis

[@ncwarrior62]

Dang spell correct! Zoffinger Engineering!

[@earlinggarrison2526]

The shots from the circlular saw POV - effing genius!

[@MasterK9Trainer]

While your video project isn't a how to, it's still interesting to see that adding a motor can be done with a little elbow grease and creativity.

[@GoodOlBoy1976]

WOW That is the fastest Yak I have ever seen. You come up with some crazy stuff.

[@sisleymichael]

I am a kayak bass fisher. My head just exploded seeing the 5hp motor on there. Wonderful. Just fun. You keep doing you.

[@TheTowerMacMaolain]

Nice work I just bought a Saturn "Kaboat" and that looks like just the motor I want. Looking forward to a sweet spring and summer and wish the same for you and all come by this way.

[@craighall8762]

I did stuff like that in my teens, boy do I miss those days. Keep living man, you rock

[@PCRyder]

MARTY "BECAUSE I CAN" ZOFFINGER DOES IT AGAIN

[@SWhite-hp5xq]

Next... pls do a 15hp or 25hp 👍🏽 You could add a couple of short outriggers down back for stability and ballast 👌🏼

[@1001Guitarplayer]

I had no problem imagining that would operate well with the kayak being that long. Nicely done.

[@naxellband]

Dude that came out awesome!!! very genius. I'm about to buy my 1st kayak and I'd love to do exactly the same.

[@WayneTheBoatGuy]

When you were building it I was thinking “why does the seat need to move” and then later you explained why you did all the special things you did. That’s awesome.

[@D9VO]

Amazing! I'm hoping to strap a small outboard on a pair of old paddle boards. Your sliding chair is a genius solution to the problem of how to set the trim! You've got a new subscriber :-D

[@RobbsHomemadeLife]

I once told a boss all the best jobs I ever had were ones I could do barefoot. Another perfect example,LOL. 14-16 mph has to feel like 30 when you sit so low , you did a great job especially with the sliding seat.

[@toddmulligan2609]

Hey kids! It’s still a really good idea to wear closed toed shoes when using a circular saw!!

[@anthonyvespia6662]

We love ya marty. So glad someone noticed your skills, big heart. Love to visit someday. You're a great guy. Learning so much from you. Is that the same kayak you usually take out in the ocean and other trips. Figured it was sentimental. Just bought my pelican, and 4hp outboard motor. It's my 1st. Hopefully one day, my dream is to restore just a 21 ft cuddy or open bow. But I'll always keep my kayak!! God bless Marty be safe out there..🙏👋👍

[@adriennebracken8938]

very cool ! Your a real Artisan, Thanks for all your hard work and sharing with us.

[@Lonely_Waffle]

I clicked on this thinking it’d be a motor slapped on a kayak but no. It was way more then that

[@Ken-rk3by]

Ya those are glorified paddle boards.

[@bipedalhominid6815]

Than

[@cameronsmith5968]

@@bipedalhominid6815 To fair there were a lot of things that happened, then a motor was slapped on at 10:56...

[@getmeoutofsanfrancisco9917]

The transom itself was pretty impressive

[@SM-wv7iu]

Great! My son and I were just planning this idea this morning. 👍

[@iain1969]

I'm 5 minutes into my first zoffinger video. I'm partly amused, partly intrigued and (I think) addicted!

[@alfredoverno9674]

same thing happened to me, literally stumbled onto this video. marty grabs your attention and holds it , not unlike a cold beer. cheers.

[@hermonmunster2698]

Another great build! I was reading in the comments that you should try a RC jet drive !!!!! That would be something!Thank you for sharing this with us!

[@Mwellmac]

Can only imagine how many items in that shop are now just project material.. you sir are top notch.

[@WeekendPirate]

If I put as much effort into my life as Marty does into each project I’d be a lot better off right now...

[@guyh.4553]

Ha ha ha ha ha ha! Me to!

[@ryanhuff3353]

Amen

[@Mzajac21]

Guy H. But hole

[@nickgray6412]

lol!!! good times..

[@nimbuslayer5142]

Hey Zoffinger, great job on this build. Hand crafting is always a huge plus. Maybe check out the larger selection of RC 12 and 24 volt Jetboat drives. They should be small enough to fit within the kayaks hull, how many is up to you.

[@frankdavis3486]

Well, aside from the extraordinary imagination and frabrication skills Marty, the video kept me in stitches. Amazing editing, filming and well, Bill Dance got nutin on you.

[@whiskeyechoechodelta9290]

Amazing footage, really appreciate how much work goes into your videos

[@jonpimpin99]

Always enjoy your videos, that’s why I have now subscribed! I also love messing around in workshops!

[@CMDRFlyAuburn]

This was so much fun to watch. The smile when you realized it was going to work was priceless. Where can I get one? 😁

[@greshond3]

Man Marty, it is a pure pleasure watching your videos. I wish you were able to make video every day, but I will take what ever you have available. Take care Marty, good health, and much happiness. P.S. love your dogs.

[@declandecoursey4048]

Another great video Marty, love the content

[@johnchan6191]

Wow, gr8 build of the outboard motor. Awesome speed 4 a kayak in open h2o. & Y put a speed limit sign in the h2o, there's cops w/ a radar gun 2 clock yur speed. Thx 4 sharing on Utube.

[@portvert2301]

I’ve watched you since I was very young and now I’m 18 and I’m proud to say I’ve learned so much from you

[@kayakfishingtourspanama6360]

Dude you are awesome! and very entertaining. Do you have your patents ready? A question - how did it affect the kayak's stability when you switched the motor off? The outboard has some weight quite high up. I'm wondering about fishing when there are boat wakes from the side, offshore (or big lake) windchop, and the ability to stand up.

[@bradg8682]

I was gunna fast forward to the test drive but watched the whole thing.pretty sweet

[@williamgrayson3979]

I know so good

[@liamholman5740]

Me too

[@richardanderson5109]

@@williamgrayson3979 I love that crazy little laugh he inserts like a cartoon,LOL !!!!!!! ♿ 🇺🇸

[@retnav92]

Cool build. Do you have a paddle stowed inside the fwd hatch.....just in case the motor craps out?

[@elm6765]

Yea.... and to turn around in a bind.. ??

[@davids7476]

Great video man! Glad it worked out. Your film crew and editors are awesome as well. The best part is how you thanked everyone in the end, truly humble and grateful. I believe you will continue to be blessed. New Sub Thumbs up.

[@8089kyle]

I just recently discovered Marty. Between the slow paced videos and the elevator music i find this very relaxing. Seeing a kayak go up on plane.... hilarious

[@gunsaccessories8853]

That looks like a blast! Good stuff as always.

[@jaypapke4940]

I wanna come work for you.. Love your ingenuity. And imagination.. Sweet conversions..

[@donaldmccombs5566]

I am retired so I work for free.......and beer.

[@22shoffer]

It's like watching Tony Stark build a new weapon.

[@alfredoverno9674]

texas, thats what i was thinking.

[@TheJJohnsonExperience]

New sub. Watching you work with the plastic on your kayak and others was inspiring to get back to tinkering on mine. The way you patched the holes up was eye opening.

[@martinjohnson9316]

i love an inventive mind together with construction ability. Great video. Thankyou for posting.

[@nathanbutler8240]

I have a plan of taking 2 pelican catch 120s and building a frame of schedule 40 screw pipe with a 5-10hp in the middle would love to see you build one before i go threw and possible ruin mine lol

[@jovie311]

Dude you came from humble beginnings man. I remember one of your first videos about the kayak with pontoon arm's 🤣

[@johnaverick7468]

Boy I wish I was still in the 150 lbs range so I could run such small craft .

[@timgage3288]

Agree with Hank on that one. That's some awesome stuff you got going on. Well done!

[@hammerman8919]

What a satisfying video watching the build in Fast forward, I loved it !!

[@KayakDIY]

4:48 *had me in tears laughing* 😂 Marty you are awesome

[@jaypapke4940]

I put a 15hp outboard on a 8' dingy.. Man it scooted.. Took a lot of reinforcements on transom, but it did about 23mph.. Fun in the sun...

[@TylerLL2112]

Jesus! I have a walker bay 8’ dingy and that thing is terrifying. Even with a 45lb thrust trolling motor I feel like I could get into trouble. Feels easy to tip IMO. a 5hp would be scary a 9.9 would be insane and a 15 is a deathwish on the water. You are one crazy somebody haha. Take care!

[@Josh-fy2sv]

Imagine if humans worked that fast in real life we’d be living on mars already

[@dahlendol3581]

lahokc59 So you’re saying we never been on the moon?

[@Josh-fy2sv]

lahokc59 the moon is not a suitable planet to live on. NASA people believe that mars is a planet that hosts water and a similar planet to earth

[@Josh-fy2sv]

lahokc59 that is why nasa is looking for other plants human life can live on bud because they’re some of the smartest people and they know that the human race does not have that much time left to live on earth the ozone layer is going to be what kills us all is my prediction

[@CorbinAce]

I guess they ran out of ideas of how to screw up this planet. They need another in reserve. They better hurry or they'l be to late

[@Josh-fy2sv]

lahokc59 chill out

[@anhl5091]

AWESOME build! Such creativity that went into this as well! KUDOS!

[@notinservice3724]

many years ago Vancouver had a bath tub race, this looks like more fun ! thanks for showing

[@honestreviews9831]

Bet if you added some way of adjusting the trim of the engine you could plane your kayak

[@Daveinet]

It was planing. The hull speed on a Kayak is about 5 knots. He was far exceeding that.

[@topdawg611]

Definitely on plane

[@SojournItaly]

New channel name - “Fun & Foolish Things” …haha love the channel friend!

[@pogonick55]

6:51 had me laughing out loud. Too funny, you got my sub!

[@curtbennett8402]

Very nice! How do you like the Coleman motor?

[@diylife1688]

absolutely excellent work mate . Thanks from Australia