Building a Pontoon Boat from the Ground Up - Episode 5

[@erichegel4109]

Love seeing a pontoon update! I only have the pontoon I have now because of the inspiration your videos gave me to buy a beater and rebuild it myself. It's the only way I could have afforded such a toy. My family loves our weekends on the lake enjoying the beach. Almost three years of family memories out on the water that wouldn't exist without your videos. Thank you so much!

[@JustCrew]

No one can say you don't have style. Looks fantastic.

[@jefferyholland]

Any video with puppies gets a thumbs up from me. 👍

[@FarmerFpv]

Same here, I see puppies I'm glued to the screen. I love puppies. I love dogs. Especially senior dogs. They are the cutest and the coolest!

[@jameswallace26]

When you get into wiring you may want to look into a Switchpro set up. It is a solid state system. No additional relays or fuses needed. You can operate everything from you phone also, to include starting the engine. Programmable switches and much more. Plus it's a clean and compact system.

[@scottleggejr]

$2k 🥵 I have it on an OHV but you also get keyless security. I'd be curious about wiring in the Deadman switch. I LOVE it, but pricey

[@jameswallace26]

You can also have more than one key pad placed around the boat

[@jameswallace26]

I would probably use one of the trigger wires programmed to kill ignition when it loses 12v. Just a quick suggestion.

[@stefoutdoors]

Great vid mate! Been following for a long while! Keep going love it!

[@patrickgreen2361]

I’m a known builder, tinkerer, ie Magyver. You sir are an inspiration. I’m consistently blown away by your creativity, ingenuity.

[@roussell]

I appreciate the design info on the center console/bar. My wife wants me to build a Florida tacky tiki but I like modern so this is a nice blend.

[@rustyfan89]

I love the lighting in the pontoons!

[@billpar]

I love all the puppies so precious

[@andrewstaszak2652]

It's been so long I forgot about this project. Glad to see an update on it.

[@properfunny]

Not happy that I just finally found out this episode was out. Glad to see this project back!

[@daniellamarand7619]

I guess u don't mind the frequent visitation from the Poe-poe that a boat with a bar must elicit. I was a boater for 30yrs in Michigan and gave it up, got tired of dealing with John Law. Have fun out there and be safe.

[@es0terra]

Nice work Zach! I noticed your Lakeland tshirt- my old stomping grounds- Lake Hollingsworth. Keep up the good work my friend.

[@Dennys854]

Been searching seeing when the build would update. Possibly you could rout out your logo into the bar top and fill with colored resin then seal. Another thought was to make the door panel fully removable including the top brace, then put the bar on with hinge on the control side and lift pistons (like a truck cover or hatchback) so you can remove the front panel and elevate the bar for better interior access. Just thinking out loud, can't wait to try and do this build myself, finances willing. Looks wonderful!

[@davidhillman3410]

I’m so glad to see you back on this project! The lighting is amazing!

[@birdmandavej]

I’d use a torch on the raw wood to give it that cool burnt look and then do a coating over that. It’s looking great!

[@ndafarachaitezvi1139]

Awesome and outstanding as always.Thanks for sharing and taking us along

[@morgy8705]

What type of puppies?!? Adorable! Love what you’re doing with the boat!

[@ultimaterebuilds7127]

Aussiedoodles

[@lelandlove5472]

Idea for bar logo. Burn into the side's of the wood with a black light reactive paint outline that will glow with a black light under table top. Same logo branded into the top as well. Love your vids keep them up.

[@htownblue11]

This is gonna be slick once completed man. Great progress.

[@williamhammerstrom9860]

Love the background music on this on Zach! Great video I love the lights too.

[@GregorySandilands]

I can’t wait for your uploads. I love seeing what projects you have. I am starting to do some my self. Keep it up mate.

[@makotanko2994]

Awesome cuts and design on bar! Give the logo on the bar the name of the boat this time! Awesome looking puppies, would love one, but too far away. I will search for your panels on FB in my area!

[@huskyrog]

Found your right corner fencing for your pontoon boat look on Greenville, South Carolina marketplace and I found it there

[@ganderson7298able]

Super great video and great inspiration again! Keep it up! Plus the puppies man how can you not watch!

[@cgreen1081]

This is going to be another amazing build! Keep it up!

[@GoneRiding2025]

My Sun Tracker wants this Steering Helm too 👍👍👍 # 25:25

[@marcusablpn]

You should do a tiny home platoon. Check 2 boxes at once

[@MrSooners12345]

Love the rebuild! I have an idea for your next project… pontoon houseboat/camper!!! It would be awesome !!

[@TenheadLife]

For the bar couldn’t you use some recycled pontoon fencing to build the frame and use the skin of that to wrap it? Super lightweight, waterproof, and you can paint or wrap it in anything you like.

[@andrewberesford4777]

Love the build. Could of used some of the space under the bar for fridge and beer storage

[@jerryscott6924]

You should paint the wave and palm tree scene that's on your garage wall on the sides of the bar.

[@justinhaley2317]

Happy to see an update on the Tri toon as you were asking for help on fencing it magically popped up in market place 😅 so I messaged you on Instagram

[@markdyson9190]

Glad to see you back!

[@brodiekorman4999]

Love the bar design! I think wait until the lights and foot stools are in before adding the side logo. May look too busy.

[@Zjedi]

Maybe build the bar with marine grade wood. It might last longer.

[@cadmonkey928]

needs a light up neon glass tube style logo on the side or a smaller light up logo on the front face.

[@dadsquatch79]

Use the Govee Neon Rope 2 for it. Looks awesome, easy to maneuver to whatever shape you want.

[@justinwienand9351]

Dude. Great video. Looking forward to seeing the rest..

[@BigBrownie96]

looks amazing , good job

[@homegrown6289]

Have you ever build one that has a potty, when I drink I go. It makes sense if you’re going to be out on the water for a long time you’ll need shade fishing holes for poles and a place to relieve yourself.

[@antoniothomas3862]

I've definitely been waiting for this build. Thx

[@andrewjohnson6146]

It looks awesome it would be interesting if you added a logo to it and possibly finished it because you’d be sitting at the bar and seeing some cool logo would add a cool touch maybe

[@metalman065]

Turning out really nice. It will be awesome when you're done. Everything I build is trial and error. Good luck with finding all the railing you're looking for. I like the longer videos, but that's me, I'm finding myself watching over an hour videos from other creators, but your time and situations are different, that's ok, I still very much enjoy watching your videos. You do things like I do, you just do it and figure it out along the way.

[@anthonywagner3273]

I love your bar design but one thing that concerns me is that you need the helm and captain chair up at a height where you can clearly see your path and surroundings. The way it looks, your vision may be blocked with the captain chair at the level it looks like you plan to mount it. Just thinking ahead about how it will be to drive when your friends are on board.

[@richierich2353]

Awesome puppers Zack. They’re Too cute

[@IOERROR622]

Any chance you can put together a parts list for the boat for those who are new but interested in building once?

[@jesseperez8019]

I just subscribed and kind of invested on the jet ski build. Any updates?

[@thorb5191]

You should've gotten a hold of Andy at BoatWorksToday to discuss a better material to make the bar out of. Like using Coosa. What you did is alright if you are not expecting it to last for the life of the boat

[@puirYorick]

If you're going for a high-end branded fencing then maybe less is more in terms of neon signage and too many extra decorations. Just a thought.

[@digibyteorjustnibble9486]

Awesome man.

[@nettneo]

That 24:47 min Snap was the Best !

[@DK-Design]

Seeing all those measurements makes me want to open up CAD and pound out a model.

[@cahallc]

Need to look up HDPE sheets from menards for your boat builds. It's amazing stuff.

[@ultimaterebuilds7127]

Wish I had a Menards near me

[@glassvial]

I've been here so long Zach used to only have 1 dog. Now he has a doggo army!

[@dankification]

About time… only reason I’m subed is for the boat builds…. Not the jeep bs

[@riverakers]

A bamboo foot rail would look nice.

[@noblece]

Great episode!

[@steveasher9239]

So far, great. I'm curious why you didn't use some kind of construction adhesive when screwing the frame and plywood together. I would think it would have helped with strength and water intrusion.??

[@FarmerFpv]

I love puppies! Are you opening a puppy petting zoo? If so I want dibs on the first entry tickets! lol. Did your dogs have puppies or did you adopt them?

[@Young937phoenix]

The space under the bar doesn’t have to be that big so ppl have a lot more room for there legs and stuff and make the sides on hinges to pull up. You would have to move the chairs out the way but hey it’s better than no having room

[@AaronLove980]

Maybe you can get a pontoon from the salvage auction with the fencing

[@jamesshepherd6260]

You build the sides yourself. Tubing bender, some thin metal and some powder coating. You can then make them exactly as you like them.

[@ultimaterebuilds7127]

Thought about that but I can seem to find matching aluminum tubing. It has a unique design and shape

[@austinanderson1867]

How did the rustoleum out of a rattle can hold up on your last pontoon? Looking to paint mine to hide some dents on my resto but I beach a lot and worried about rocks chipping

[@ultimaterebuilds7127]

Held up pretty well!

[@austinanderson1867]

@@ultimaterebuilds7127 appreciate the feed back. Was the rattle can or spray better? Glad I found your builds🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻

[@DeadFlanders]

Have you thought about using metal studs, instead of wood? Like they use on most commercial buildings. Would save a bunch of weight i think

[@aphex0540]

Maybe the name of the boat on the side of the bar? Stainless steel laser cut or alike?

[@blakerh]

Those dogs a cute!

[@matthewschaaf8785]

I would’ve used strong magnets to attach the door that way there’s no handle and it looks seamless

[@pontoonlifeforever]

Awesome!

[@JustinDion-ur6xh]

You have awesome videos dude . Maybe burn a Logo design On each side plus the front dore.

[@mrmitch1000]

I think you should add a foot well. Someplace to stretch out your legs while operating the boat

[@DaveGled]

I hate to be critical but I'm thinking maybe you should have gone with the aluminum Zach. All that pressure treated lumber, butcher block top, chairs and bodies is going to add a lot of weight to the back of the boat. Toss in the weight of a 115 or 150hp outboard motor and I'm thinking you may not like how low it's going to sit in the back... Other than that, I think you've done an outstanding job and I look forward to seeing the finished product my friend. Always enjoy watching whatever it is you're working on...

[@2jzfox...]

Would be cool if you put a light up sign on the bar. Name of the boat or the name of the bar

[@colingrey9326]

I liked the burned table top logo you did awhile ago...I think the side logo will be too cluttered

[@robertjordan5841]

Cool Shit Man! can't wait for the next video!

[@jordananderson8299]

It's been a year and we want to see you get back on the Surfjet board. Some people in the comments on Episode 3 form last year want to talk to you.

[@mikestrand3747]

Cute lil shits...after my border collie gonna go with the doodle mix to cut down on the hair lol

[@demarius100]

Build the fencing that you need yourself! emulate the panels that you already have!

[@ultimaterebuilds7127]

That is an option too

[@tony_25or6to4]

If you want to put a logo on the bar, put it on the door. You won't see it on the sides with the stools installed.

[@jamesjones4607]

Several thousand dollars sittin in the bed of the blue truck

[@fastnfruity]

Game Changer

[@drswigermd]

I know where there are some Barletta fencing. Email?

[@ultimaterebuilds7127]

UltimateRebuilds@gmail

[@jonblair5470]

Pressure treated wood is going to weigh 100s of pounds, I know you say you want the channel to be used friendly but I think you should do aluminum and teach your audience how they could work with aluminum if they wanted.

[@raymondhomolka]

🤝

[@CSPare_CChange]

Put speakers in the pontoons. Unless that would make it sound terrible.

[@markfair8416]

Its like a commercial on KZbin lol

[@GuyHandy]

noice!!

[@chuckclark9464]

👍👍👍👍👍🤜🤛

[@benscott1872]

Brass rail for feet

[@jman12163]

A tiki bar as long as you like it, right

[@mikeseldomridge8052]

👍

[@ChrisBrindley-yakker]

FORGET THE BOAT I WANT MORE PUPPY PLAY VIDEOS

[@whistlingdiesel]

Hard to focus with all the dogs

[@owenkuntz9108]

I like your videos. But you’re freaking me out with that table saw. Get yourself a compound miter saw. Much safer way to cut those angles. I’m not saying I haven’t done the same as you, please be safe.

[@wrightsreptiles7993]

Hey man I highly respect all you do, but please do not risk your hands like you did with the table saw. I know it's only a few cuts on small pieces of wood, but all it takes is one knot in the wood or a slip and you lose your fingers or hand. I mean no disrespect, I'd just hate to see such a young man eat an injury that could be avoided with some safety tools. Keep on doing what you do! Edit: what im talking about in particular is when you cut the 2x4 for the frame, i see you used a pusher for the slats on the side.

[@sisterkeys]

I love what you do! But I really hate the music you have been adding, I would really just enjoy the drill & banging

[@Massiverobsfishing]

Builds a new boat but wants second hand junk installed on it. You lost me there

[@ultimaterebuilds7127]

I don’t think it’s junk but what do I know? 🤷🏼‍♂️

[@gymnasticsetclouisiana1516]

@@ultimaterebuilds7127not junk at all. Some people just don’t understand other peoples taste 👊🏻

[@vanfairbanks7389]

Maybe you could have done the bar in "fake patina" like the Jeep.

[@ultimaterebuilds7127]

@@vanfairbanks7389 now there is a good idea!

[@nathanharvey2568]

​@@ultimaterebuilds7127By the time he finishes it, it most definitely will be junk. No matter if he puts new or used parts on it. Why else do you think he's already replacing the lightning? The turtle won the race multiple times already, and he hasn't even finished the deck, wiring, etc. I'd never get him to do one for me, even if it was that friend..."I have a friend that can do it cheaper."😏🤣

[@McKluskie]

pontoons builds are definitely my least favourite thing about this channel, incredibly dull but I understand they are your thing :)

[@ultimaterebuilds7127]

Sounds like you need a lake day out on a pontoon 😁

[@zooescapee]

Pontoon builds are my absolute favorite thing on this channel, incredibly interesting and I understand why you continue to do it.

[@McKluskie]

@@ultimaterebuilds7127I do not doubt they are fundto use just not very much fun for me watching them being built, it's just a raft with some kitchen units And the sofa stuck on top.... ;)