Custom Built Fishing Pontoon the LUCILLE IV (part 1of4)

[@backwatersandbackroads]

I found out the hard way, those hand rails up to the front of the boat lessen the turn radius of your truck. A couple minor crinkles in my bumper and now I get it. Great video!

[@JSRiggs-tr1gl]

Everytime I talk to a dealer about a center console pontoon set up spacifically for fishing. All I get are vacant stares. You done it. Nice job.

[@427vot]

This fella is obviously an expert (probably TIG) welder. Seriously no joke skill level. Dont underestimate value of a skilled welder, especially when it comes to aluminum. Great boat! Let me know when it comes up for sale.

[@mufuliramark]

Hate to say I’m jealous but ..... I’m jealous. Our Scottish lifestyle doesn’t allow for such warm relaxed living and fishing. Want to go fishing here, you’d better get you’re storm weather gear on and that’s in the summer. I used to live in Zambia as a child ( 70’s - 82) and my dad had what we called a ‘house boat’ It was basically about 10, 50 gallon oil drums welded together to make the pontoons, a wooden deck with fencing all round and a corrugated iron roof. We had a 5mph Seagull outboard and we used to go fishing on the lake. I thought it was the best thing ever. Most of the British expats had similar boats. You’re ‘set up’ would have been regarded as a pontoon for a King. Superb mate.

[@Rblks1]

Hell of a job, gave me some great ideas for a boat build. Thanks and I hope to see more from you.

[@clarktm1275]

Very nice setup. That Minkota motor that will hold the boat in position is especially an asset. Love all the storage on the boat too.

[@GATORADDAM]

Best setup I've seen yet! Super efficient without all the fluff. Brilliant add on's. Can't say enough good things!! (And I'm one that usually criticises).

[@johnwilson6340]

well done! Like the way you improvised the "bait table" and how it is stored and utilized. You are a true cat fisherman. We drift for cats in the summer out of our pontoon. Your setup is spot on!!

[@BrokeBackBob4559]

Best pontoon set up I’ve seen. Love the bait station and how they can be turned around

[@KBK475]

WOW. Definitely makes me want a pontoon. Great build, beautiful boat!!

[@shanebeaudrot777]

Love the boat. Well thought out. Simplistic but functional to it's fullest. I'd like to see more of the aluminum square tubing and structure. Very impressive.

[@shanebeaudrot777]

@@catfishkarma1 - do you do your own welding? If I had that skill set, I could be more confident in creating lighter weight frame structure vs using wood which doesn't last forever.

[@tedsell1455]

take a welding class 🙂

[@shanebeaudrot777]

@@tedsell1455 - that's exactly what I'm looking to do. My dad recently bought a welding machine and he said he could show how to use it. I suppose I can still learn a new skill at nearly age 53.

[@fishingismydrug1]

I like it! Alot of thought went into the build!! You also had the trailer sitting level while hooked to the truck, good!

[@mikesanders4012]

Good show, if you're ever in the Suwannee river, be sure to pull up on our beach. Down from the Music Park.

[@guyh.4553]

Holy BLEEP mister! $3K? You scored! May have to have you look for a pontoon boat for me! Ha ha ha. Did very well. BTW that under deck stow, great that its made out of aluminum, is awesome as a skid plate. At least for use in the Pacific Northwest. The ONLY thing that I would probably change &/or add is solid siding (to keep water from blowing onto the deck on windy/choppy days) & removable/stowable seats. Love the setup!

[@davidatkins6919]

Terrific fishing boat, well desinged and laid out for essential needs and Fishing Fun! thanks!

[@genewatkins8732]

I did a pontoon boat like this, Still working on it. I went to Arkansas to get this 28 ft party barge. I stripped the deck down and took the bar and console out. Built a center console and extended it out and put a table on the front with storage under it. When closed it is a bench. The center is a live well. Also built a storage across the back which when you let the lid down makes a big bench. Trailer was a little rough and surprised we made it back home. They were putting new tires on it when we got there. Tandem axle and I had to replace 2 sets of bearings and put buddy bearing caps on it. The motor did good first couple times out but them lost a cylinder. 85 hp Force and the power pack is 350 dollars. I had a 70 hp Johnson but needed rebuilt. I found another 70 hp Johnson in Texas and bought it cheap, $120, and only had to put a water pump on it and now I have lots of spare parts. The Johnson not as fast but after changing the prop does good and runs great. Got all my lights done for night fishing and can't wait to try them out. Wind here has been terrible and when it drops below 40 mph I start thinking about going. LOL Always looking for ideas to put on here.

[@jimrowland6089]

That is a well thought out build. Realy nice boat.

[@tommyjackson6216]

nice setup I like the grill on the boat like my boat people look at you funny when your grilling and fishing at the same time I recommend some solar panels for charging batteries

[@wh8085]

Very nice ! Thanks for sharing ! Tight lines , safe outings !

[@GATORADDAM]

That's one of the best pontoon builds I've seen! You see a lot of fancy "flufftoons" out there, but yours is ultra functional and still clean. I'm getting ready to do some reconfiguring on my 22ft tritoon and this has givin me some inspiration. Thank you!!

[@GATORADDAM]

Mid-South Outdoor Life Maybe. But my bank account says you are smarter! Lol.

[@markself1079]

You did a great job building your boat. I really like it. Be safe!

[@jesusischrist1527]

Sir this is a very well presented video ... Exceptionally well done my friend on both the build and the video ... Great job 👍👍👍

[@johndziadyk8624]

yes …. but where do the females go potty????

[@todaytriper]

I have seen you turning to go to mud island on my way to work. Made me want to turn around and go fishing

[@THESEXYAPE]

Dang you make me want a pontoon boat now best of every boating world really, love the build!

[@treasureseekerintheway3515]

What a thoughtful build. Great job!

[@Harleywolfman01]

WOW! You just gave me a thousand ideas for my pontoon build. GREAT JOB!

[@wildbillsadventuresoutdoor9276]

I like your setup on your pontoon fishing boat!! Good job!!!!

[@bradfordpalmer2298]

Just starting my pontoon project. Gonna use a few if your ideas. The storage underneath is a great idea. Mine will be used to transport my Honda Pioneer 1100. My pontoon is 31 feet long.

[@fishingwithfredo2639]

I can really tell you put a lot of thought into it... That is a great fishing machine bud!!👍

[@malcolmzoll7613]

That is a very nice photon , and a lot of though went into it 👍

[@bysdto]

Well done video and great job on building the boat to fit your needs.

[@timmolina9569]

I like. The pump with a spray nozzle is a really cool thing.

[@garypeterson3628]

Wow ! What a great boat. Exactly what I always wanted to do.

[@OU8Aspark]

That trolling motor is awesome!

[@stevemillwood3478]

i love your videos my man. i think your boat build is the most fishable boat i've ever seen..i wish you would consider selling detailed material and build plans. keep your videos coming and good fishing

[@joecrowder6590]

@@catfishkarma1 after watching every video you have.... " I am on board!" Your hard work has motivated me. I have one question though...... If you built another would it be a tritoon or would you stay with your current build? Thankyou!

[@joecrowder6590]

@@catfishkarma1I believe for a fishing rig you are right as usual...lol. Definitely less snagging and hanging the boat up......... Thanks for sharing! Now I just need to find the right rig to get started! 😁

[@mitchstreetman9935]

Great Fishing Set-Up! Well Done. Wheel Bearings? That is always the first job.

[@ironmaderedneck521]

Never heard of y'all and I'm born and raised in jonesboro but I will sub

[@rafg2857]

I'd love the 18' version of this. Nice!

[@catfishkarma1]

👍

[@1jjwilliams]

Loving the design I'm looking at going with a 24 Footer but not to sure if that's the best bet debating on converting it over into a cruiser pontoon to where it has a small enclosed space also with the patio to enjoy on both the front and in the back I'm thinking about doing it this way so that I don't have to invest in a houseboat which really adds an extra expense when you just really want to enjoy the outdoors. Doing this you have that ability with the cruiser pontoon structure. I'm looking to purchase the Pontoon for 1000 or 1500 with no interior and the possibility of no motor being that they don't have the title for the motor and I don't want to get into the issue with purchasing something without the title. Now the trailer is just like yours the only problem with that is,.. it is coming with a bill of sale and a Tx 143 form due to the fact they say they can't find the title. So If I can get some feedback on that that be great thanks.

[@rickshackleford6478]

Great Video thanks Quinton. I’m sure jealous.

[@roadsideprophet2012]

Nice build, lots of good ideas

[@mwc359]

Awesome rig. I look forward to seeing it in action.

[@alfredquinton9593]

Very nice set up, I would add one thing if the budget allowed, minn kota talons they are phenomenal

[@57629589]

Can't say I've ever seen a video from Jonesboro. Nice boat.

[@Oxinder]

Arkansas?

[@Fins-Scales-and-Tales]

Best set up on a pontoon i've ever seen! Great Job!

[@terrydriggers5217]

Agreed, very nice job.

[@quercus4730]

Sweet Lucy is a dream. Good video,Thank You.

[@ronmiller682]

Very nice boat well built thank you for the video

[@robertcope5758]

Bravo Zulu sir! I really like the custom fit to your needs/requirements. I'm about to start an '87 Bass Buggy "retro" and you have given me an idea or two I did not think of.

[@GorillaCookies]

I would solar panel the top of the cover and add some more deep cycle batteries because one can never have too much reserve DC power on a boat . I have a 47' Houseboat here in Nor Cal . I have 1500 w of solar panel that maintains a total of 1530 AH worth of 12v DC power. Which is more than I should ever need in any type of situation. I also have a 3500 w gas powered Honda generator that I have actually never had to use.

[@swampland]

great boat build

[@davidriley8590]

very nice fishing rig you have done a great job love all the room you have, look forward to your next vid

[@ronaldgillaspy9654]

Best I’ve seen!!! You should mass produce these!!!

[@RhumRunner41]

Great set-up. I’m not so sure about storing wet anchor line in the same locker as the batteries. I’d worry creating a short and burn the batteries.

[@jeffmech600]

My right ear really enjoyed this

[@jcgalmiche8352]

Left ear sounded like a goose entire time.

[@chadmatthews9346]

Nice job, got a 24’ recently that I would like to do similar. Got my graphs(onix 8 and 10) and an extra ulterra 36v from my bass boat along with two talons( I won’t get crap for them if I let them go with the Boat when I sell it. I really want to do something similar to what you’ve got with heavier rails for sturdier rod holding and flexibility. I was thinking about using a third toon for extra storage. Great idea on the tables, real estate is valuable

[@heathschwab]

Very nice. I've had 24 ft 24ft I built top I could lift up and down. The sides I had nice tarps. Hole in the floor by the sink so if it rained my daughter or I could still fish lol. But I loved it. But motor went I was disbaed couldn't fix. But got another one 21ft. Wasn't good traded for small RV. Now it's broke down miss my pontoon. So I'm fixen to be living in a camper or my ride. So don't no if I want camper or another pontoon and live on the water. Still trying to figure that out. Had heart attack in Feb. So dealing with my health first. But once I sell my stuff get a better ride then I'll figure what I'll do. I just want to fish travel and keep giving gear away they my kids non profit fishing group. Been 12 years now got to kinda quit. So praying I get to travel some to finsh my 13th year off. But thanks for sharing love your set up. God bless

[@heathschwab]

@@catfishkarma1 I do to be nice. Just wish I had all mine computer crashed years ago I have only 1 left not fully done. Was the second top and sides the 3rd I loved. Thanks bro. Wish I could have 1 one more time.

[@candidx7057]

Very cool build.

[@paininthenic]

NICE boat! Looking forward to more content.

[@jbaker4900]

What is your clearance height with the boat on trailer? And height of canopy from deck for wheel house? Would like to see a video of you just measuring everything. Very unique boat, 👍

[@NewsongChurchMonroe]

awesome build boys !

[@mikecha1957]

Very cool video ..Heck of a boat for sure...

[@joecrowder6590]

Have you considered adding a water glide or a aluminum skin under your boat? I appreciate your build and sharing your experiences. I will be building something similar. PS: When the holiday is over and if you get a break....lol. I live in Wynne and would love to look at you boat if you have time. Thanks again!!!

[@joecrowder6590]

@@catfishkarma1 You have done a remarkable job!

[@JohnnyRose-xd6rs]

I bought two of these one for front one for rear for jon boat used about five times now no problems

[@j.b.hillard3622]

Fantastic vessel!

[@dandixon4034]

Great design, for what you are doing, wonderful the way you have managed to keep everything secure and out of your way, what did you use for the top, and can you get on the top, are used 3 inch insulated roofing panels for my Sundeck because we get on top of it when we’re cruising, don’t like the short side rails because that Seems to be just enough to trip over

[@jeffreyharville1918]

Like the boat ! Have you thought of using clear shower curtains around the pilot house for inclement weather?? (Just a thought)

[@dreammaker3239]

I comment you on all your hard work and attention to detail on your customized pontoon boat. Can please tell me the name again of your automatic boat launcher…that is very nice and saves a lot of time.

[@captpontoon7993]

Cool boat! Perfect for what you use it for. Thanks for sharing. #Pontoon

[@baldemar2102]

Amazing build!!!

[@carlosmurphy4u1]

Great boat, very well done vid, thanx.

[@8Jory]

With the size of that roof I would have the urge to try and solar power it one day. Imagine never worrying about gas or plugging the boat in. Plus a few people I've seen turn around and turn the boat into backup power for the house in an emergency.

[@8Jory]

@@catfishkarma1 I'm no genius when it comes to solar either. There are a lot of good people and online resources for very simple setups. Even KZbin :-p it could go full DIY like some who have made electric outboards using motors salvaged from crashed electric cars. Or just get a torqueedo, though they're notoriously loud for an electric motor.

[@tyrelllovitt4234]

Nice Video And Boat

[@mikeelder9263]

Our family likes Craighead Forest Park. We camp there a lot.

[@mikeelder9263]

No, I haven't. I was browsing and noticed that you were videoing in Craighead Forest Park in Jonesboro.

[@KempOutside]

I was going to ask how many times you had to go swimming after it if the trolling motor didn’t respond! Great video! I love my pontoon fishing boat.

[@axxelhammer2596]

Great job man. I’m guessing your a pretty good aluminum welder. I’ve been looking at pontoon boats. I never thought about restoring one. I’m retired so I think that would be a great project.

[@catfishkarma1]

I get by. 👍

[@whiskergetter1986]

Super nice design

[@jord499]

I just bought a pontoon boat to fix up. What item should I get first a jack plate, trolling motor, or a minn kota 12ft anchor, I can only afford 1. Your video inspired me to buy a pontoon boat. Thanks.

[@kipblack7196]

V E R Y impressive! Nice job

[@jamesmerkel9442]

the rip tide 2nd man trolling remote control motor is truly bass bad.

[@vettera76]

Ahhh, the good old days of boat and metal prices. Five inflated years later no one can afford a project like that anymore.

[@catfishkarma1]

Facts!!!!

[@jamiemarchant2687]

Absolutely awesome!

[@AJOutdoors1]

Cool toon man.

[@gigadee]

that kid should have a life jacket on,great boat thou

[@ammoalamo6485]

Question - do you find the side rails to be too short? Seems to me they would be at the wrong height and liable to become a trip hazard, or cause a painful shin impact. There are rail height specs at various places, I wonder if you referred to any of them? As a minor thing I don't like square tubing at places where the edge can impact the body, like shins, elbows, hips, etc. I love some of the intelligent features you have designed into your boat, and offer best wishes for many fun outings. You really got a steal of a deal on the base boat and trailer, and it's great to see you have made the most of the opportunity.

[@dadawg101]

Very Beautiful Boat Sir, I am very interested in that storage compartment you have on the front for your batteries, where can i get one?

[@TexansForChrist]

Very very nice. Thought there'd be a potty somewhere. Love the flexible seating and weight forward. The trolling motor cost the same as the boat, but if you can afford it that's great. Great custom work with smart ideas and sun/rain off your head if desired. Well done.

[@georgebrill6549]

After you built the boat, you shoulshave built a sound system that works.

[@inandout120]

Cool toon, but move that battery. It takes like half a spark to light fumes

[@rtchow3000]

got one area you might think to add. you have four tires on this trailer, why not attach some fender at the two side-wheel axles to protect the pontoons from damage while driving on any road?

[@anonymous_friend]

Interesting about using the transom well for bait or livewell. What is the transom well even used for?

[@bill45colt]

a very excellent design and lots of creativity, well thought out, well constructed, and a craft to be admired,,,,,,,however,,,,i have NO need to do fishing and cant use it.....having said that,,,id like to have you help me think through and construct a pontoon boat for family riding and funning,,,,,thanks for the post

[@danielmesery2904]

Nice job

[@296skipweld]

Nice job btw

[@codyfeatherstone553]

Awesome this thing is sick

[@Kyrin.gaming]

Man this is awesome idk how you channel came on my feed but I’m glad it did! Man if you don’t mind how much total did you put into this build from the initial 3k for boat and trailer to all the kids you did to it?

[@fouledanchorfarm1192]

So, it's been a few years. Anything you would have done differently building the boat? I was surprised you didn't have solar panels for the trolling motor batteries.

[@lkncatfish7586]

love the idea and boat. just not the bomb part. great video

[@baldemar2102]

Incredible boat. Great build. Can you or have to taken this in the ocean? How would it handle out there

[@tumblinkoutdoors]

What size tubing did you use for your railings and poles for the roof? It is an awesome looking boat. I just bought me a 95 crest 22 foot pontoon that I am looking to do something like this

[@tumblinkoutdoors]

How wide and how long did you build your wheel house

[@crankinbass5758]

I live in the Mountain Home area but I lived 5 years in Jonesboro!