FINISHED! Jon Boat to Bass Boat

[@fireantfishing]

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[@nickhamilton4355]

Literally the best build I've seen on KZbin yet

[@fireantfishing]

i don't know about that but i really like the way it turned out!

[@petertrout8140]

Have to agree with Nick, really turned out cherry. Good job!

[@MRLomax-gc1fe]

As A DIY guy my complements. Not only good ideas but looks to be very well built. The Details are what make a backyard project into a professional one. Again Great Job!

[@fireantfishing]

thank you! i appreciate it!

[@iamapineapple5724]

This is just proof that you dont need a $100,000 boat to have a good experience on the water. Excellent transformation.

[@VAFSH4LIF]

VERY Nice Job! I see one thing you might possibly want to add? Its called a Hot foot. The Hot Foot attaches to your rear trolling motor and mounts near your front seat. Your able to power up the rear trolling motor and lock it in place. As your siting in the front seat steering with the foot controlled you can step on the switch to power up the rear motor doubling your power to move to a new location. The cost about $25 and are easy to attach and install. You hook up your rear motors ground to the Negative on the battery. Run the power wire from the trolling motor to the switch then from the switch to the Hot on your battery. When you step on the switch it turns on the TM, when you step off it shuts off. Your videos are very informative. Keep up the great videos.

[@thebassuniversity]

This boat is amazing!

[@fireantfishing]

Thank you! i appreciate you guys checking it out!

[@rons944]

I watch a lot of fishing and boat videos and I have to tip my hat to you. This is one of the best. Congratulations on finishing your boat and enjoy it to the fullest!

[@justinwebb2197]

Thank you so much for sharing all the info you have! I'm in the middle of my first real build myself, and you have saved me from making a lot of mistakes! Your humble demeanor, conservative presentation and insistance on giving credit to those who helped you, earned a ton of respect (im sure others feel the same) and made your videos a true pleasure to watch. Thank you for that! If you could change anything aside from framing with aluminum, what might it be? ~JW from North Idaho~

[@fireantfishing]

Thank you so much! i do appreciate it! I've had the boat out twice since completion and right now the only thing i wish i had done was recess the foot control

[@justinwebb2197]

I wondered about that-- I just got my Terrova in the mail and will be recessing mine in the floor prior to installing my floor covering next week :-) Thanks again for the tips, thoughts, and Ideas.

[@fireantfishing]

Awesome let me know how you like it!

[@johnhanselman6371]

I have gathered inspiration and innovation from this video. Less turmoil and confusion results in more pleasure for fishing. Thx for sharing.

[@johnlinebarger5531]

That is a BEAST! I have never wanted a jon boat so bad in my life! MY wife is going to have a cow because it looks like there is a new project in store.

[@fireantfishing]

hahaha go for it!

[@Keffus1965]

I could write a whole lot here about how awesome this project is, but I'm going to just go with Amazing! I feel like I have stumbled onto a gold mine of sweet boat ideas. Thank you sir!

[@fireantfishing]

thank you!

[@seymourbutts3819]

Oh my goodness that's the sickest conversion I've ever seen. Nicely done!

[@fireantfishing]

haha i appreciate it!

[@fishsnatcherstv6292]

Saw tackle junky shout this video out and checked it out. Man, I'm glad I did. Super impressive workmanship and finished product. I can't wait to go back and see the rest of the process! I can't wait to see what's next.

[@fireantfishing]

Thanks for stopping by! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@daverenshomestead636]

Hands down that's the best Jon boat conversion I've seen thus far

[@fireantfishing]

thank you!

[@hallnoats4ever]

Dave & Rens Homestead why wouldn’t he use the seats

[@TechWizeGuy]

Very awesome. Not only a great build but the fact you took the time to put all the links in the description, very helpful. I'm subbed in.

[@fireantfishing]

thanks man! i appreciate it!

[@4runrJay]

Now that's a nice boat!!! Good job and enjoy your hard work!!!

[@fireantfishing]

thank you!

[@madmoosebaits]

Dude....this is incredible. I am buying a trihull this fall/winter to convert and your video is a huge help and inspiration.

[@fireantfishing]

Awesome i am glad to hear it! Stay tuned might be making changes soon

[@intruderIG]

This is the best conversion of a Jon Boat I have ever seen you did such an awesome job I really enjoyed watching your video. Liked and subscribed

[@fireantfishing]

thank you!

[@denniswilhoite6715]

You posted this some time ago but I thought I would comment anyway. You thought this through and made it the boat you wanted it to be. That is the most important part about jon boat to bass rig conversions. I'm getting ready to do a mini (14 ft) version with less storage and dual side opening rod boxes (just my preference given the narrow width) I have a full sized rig for bigger places but mine will be all electric as well. You did an inspired job and planned this out- an incredible build that I hope gets you onto the big ones and keeps you safe. Thanks for sharing brother

[@TackleJunky81]

Killer build man, I really enjoyed it. Looks AWESOME!!!

[@fireantfishing]

haha thanks man! i appreciate you getting the word out about it!!!!!

[@darrylshisler2636]

you don't know me from Adam, but I just wanted to tell you that watching your videos was inspiring. You did a great job and even better, you did it! again, Great job!!!

[@fireantfishing]

haha thank you! i finally got there!!! haha

[@midwestbassmasters1878]

That's sick! How much did you think it costed all together, (without trolling motors or fish finders and batteries)? You should make a video on how to build one but save money and what you would change when making a new one.

[@fireantfishing]

might be in the near future.....(dramatic music) haha

[@Target7122]

The attention to detail is incredible. That thing looks amazing and has like twice the storage my 19 ft skeeter has.

[@MegaTurner101]

Best conversion on KZbin

[@fireantfishing]

i don't know about that but i really like the way it came out!

[@ryanramey3135]

I used to be proud of my boats deck job I did about 4 years after seeing yours and all the great ones on TBN I feel shame so now this winter I will be redoing it you guys are mad scientist on theses boat builds thank you for sharing your knowledge

[@fireantfishing]

anytime! glad your part of the group! Take tons of before pictures before you get to tearing it apart, it will be cool to see in the end!

[@baileyniedrist932]

Awesome boat I can't wait to do mine this summer

[@fireantfishing]

thank you! post it on the Facebook page Tiny Boat Nation if you can

[@bryguybtb]

Congratulations on a very nice completed build. And a Thank You for the very handy links to all the products you used.

[@fireantfishing]

thank you thank you! no problem if you need any others let me know

[@northidahooutdoors1697]

Awesome boat can you make a video about setting up the fish finder

[@fireantfishing]

the install?

[@Zvicknair1899]

Easily the best conversion I’ve seen yet! Great job on the boat, bud! Looks great! Bet it fishes even better! Enjoy it!

[@Sorrymoose]

Ive wanted to see the final product for soooo long but now I dont have a video to look forward too because you finished. PLEASE START ANOTHER BUILD!!

[@fireantfishing]

haha thanks for your patience man, I've been keeping my eyes out for another one. the problem is people are asking too much for junk

[@MrComonroots99]

FIREANT FISHING I agree with you on the junk prices. I would look out of state. Tennessee seems to have a lot of boats for sale.

[@fireantfishing]

thats true, i usually look over in alabama but they are about the same

[@yrumadatme2]

You can build mine!! got an all aluminum start on it but nothing near the storage or cleanliness as yours

[@fireantfishing]

email me

[@LippinSmallmouth]

That's awesome man! I usually don't comment on videos but you deserve a pat on the back. That takes a lot of work. You really thought this one through and is a great looking setup

[@fireantfishing]

thank you bud i appreciate it! took a lot of time and dedication

[@daankouwen5081]

DUUUDEE! This is F#cking Amazing, I had my doubt with some things but you finally totally NAILED it :D Holy!

[@fireantfishing]

haha thank you, i did too honestly. I'm glad it came out this good

[@timkelly633]

Fantastic, well done. You have great patience and skill. The only thing I would do, which you haven't, is to recess the trolling motor pedal. Enjoy getting the boat slimed up over the summer.

[@fireantfishing]

yeah that was something i wanted to accomplish but just couldn't get it figured out yet. the hatch it would sit in is just a hair too small, plus at the time i didn't know how big the new foot control would be. it will be a project for a later day

[@louisianabayououtdoors5096]

Not hate just a suggestion shoulda got a little 15 horse for the back or something like that. My friend has a little 12 foot aluminum boat and he's got a 25 Yamaha on it

[@fireantfishing]

yeah man i fish electric only lakes so that is what the build was based around

[@cmoore185]

There are more and more trophy lakes that don't allow gas motors at all. There are even more that have gone to horsepower limits. The biggest reason for this is quite simply there are so many rude people on the water that a lot of tax payers are fed up. Nobody wants to be fishing their favorite cove, especially when the main body of the lake is choppy to be harassed by either a rude boater pulling skiers or somebody who is a member of the more money than common sense club making waves in a jet ski. There is a time and place for everyone. The jet ski of today is nothing like the original Kawasaki 440. Today they are high performance boats.

[@DuhBeezNeez]

This thing turned out amazing. Great job on the build. It's got to be super satisfying catching fish out of a boat you built yourself.

[@fireantfishing]

thank you! yeah it feels great. i like doing these builds because you can make it to fit your needs. very satisfying

[@piercer4882]

looks sweet! how much did it cost all in?

[@fireantfishing]

not sure, still debating on doing a video about that

[@GEOPUZZLE]

I understand a craftsman enjoys his work and doesn't always consider labor in the cost of a project. Disregarding man hours/labor, I wonder if, in the long run, you would consider this project cost effective?

[@rdbradleyjr]

Great Job Ryan!!! Can you build me one??

[@hallnoats4ever]

FIREANT FISHING why no outboard motor?

[@xtune5731]

Maybe as much as an older used bass boat? Don't know; all I can tell is that it looks like one!

[@MakersGottaEat]

Beautiful work! You have raised the bar on Jon to Bass conversions. Congrats!

[@fireantfishing]

i learned a lot from this build, can't wait to do another one! always room for improvements

[@dsbassguide]

how much did this whole build cost you?? great job man been watching all the way

[@fireantfishing]

i don't have an exact number, however it wasn't cheap because i used aluminum for the frame. never again haha. another thing to consider is this project took me closer to a year and half to complete, so not all the money was spent at once

[@danamorrow9345]

Excellent job! It has been a joy watching you take it from the mess it was when you first got it to the superb boat that it is now. I look forward to seeing you fish from it.

[@fireantfishing]

Thank you! i really appreciate it! it took a while but i got there haha

[@mnsportsman4880]

Love the boat you should make a fishing vid

[@fireantfishing]

its in the works!

[@TheHammer24-7]

This is probably the most amazing thing I've seen involving a Jon boat, this is just remarkable. You have talent Sir.

[@fireantfishing]

thank you!

[@The-Capitalist]

Nice job

[@fireantfishing]

Thank you!

[@Moondog9322]

Tremendous job! I'm very impressed with your attention to detail. Looking forward to seeing your boat in action. Thanks for sharing and best of luck with the boat. I'm sure you'll take great care of it!!

[@fireantfishing]

Thank you!

[@vits1627]

This is AMAZING but too complicated for me!😂

[@fireantfishing]

haha

[@aaroninks]

Incredible job bud. Absolutely slickest build I’ve seen to date. My only critique would be to consider doing hidden hinges on your next build.

[@unseenoutdoors]

fuck yeah dude good shit. I can't wait to start mine.

[@fireantfishing]

haha thank you! also thanks for keeping up with the project!

[@unseenoutdoors]

FIREANT FISHING when I get mine up and running we should hit a lake together. how far do you live from Florida?

[@fireantfishing]

at least like 5 hrs haha

[@HokeeFi]

Great looking build...lots of great ideas. I also liked the intro with the lights and rolling the boat out of the garage.

[@JDSOutdoors]

nice work bro hard work pays off welcome to the addiction the next build will go faster lol. beautiful ride

[@fireantfishing]

haha thanks for all your help. now i just got to find one that somebody is willing to let go for less than an arm and a leg.....

[@adamwaterman1229]

Incredible dude. Idk if I could ever do something like that. I'm just in awe at the capability of peoples patience and critical thinking.

[@blane3rdgen]

Time to make a fishing video on it

[@fireantfishing]

yessir I'm excited to do it!

[@mattbender6374]

That is a super nice boat!!! It makes me want to redo my boat! Thank you for the in depth review, I started following you because of this video, keep up the great work!

[@jakebagwell1815]

This is AWESOME

[@fireantfishing]

Thank you!

[@sillylilly4794]

Great job. I know you have got be happy with it. Also that the project is now done and you can just fish. Thank you for the videos. One day I will be at my lake house and start my own project.

[@fireantfishing]

Thank you! I'm having a blast with it on the water!

[@plumber4u12037]

WOW !!!!! that's one sick build, well deserved !!

[@fireantfishing]

thank you!

[@kieranblair3218]

I just watched the whole series today and it's easily the best thing I've watched on here! Amazing to see it all come together! I'm hopefully going to do the same thing sometime soon. Good job man!

[@fireantfishing]

thank you! i appreciate it!

[@brandonmoles8786]

I am looking to something very similar to your completed boat. This boat of yours is phenomenal. Great job and God Bless.

[@fireantfishing]

Thank you! Im enjoying it!

[@danlearned9728]

Outstanding!! Very nice, well done. As a long time fabricator, aerospace loftsman I appreciate, no love the quality detail that's gone into this build. Subbed to learn more...

[@josephjimenez3533]

This is the best and most awesomest boat rebuild I have ever seen. Great job, I wish I had the talent to take on a project like this.

[@fireantfishing]

thank you!

[@davidkaehele8910]

Looks fantastic! The time, effort and thought that went into this shows.

[@fireantfishing]

i tried really hard. it was difficult at times but boy am i glad with the turn out

[@LCALDZ483]

Dude, sick finished product. I'm Cody Wiens over on the TBNation FB page. I'll be starting my build after we get moved into our new house. Hopefully I can vlog it 1/4 as well as you did yours just to be able to glean suggestions in the comments... Again, awesome build!

[@fireantfishing]

Thank you! if you do decide to make videos, make sure to let me know id like to see them!

[@travismoss5580]

Great job on the boat. I'm like you after all the work you put into this over the last year it is time to enjoy it. I look forward to seeing your new fishing videos.

[@fireantfishing]

thank you! they will be coming soon!

[@ILOutdoorsman]

I’m looking into boat options and am strongly considering a John boat. By far one of the best builds I’ve seen. Nice job awesome build

[@gideontorres8686]

I've been following since first videos and the other boat....this one is beauty...great work.

[@fireantfishing]

thanks man! i appreciate it!

[@benjaminrichard8916]

Hands down the best build I’ve seen! Way to go man

[@danielcartis9011]

Amazing project, amazing results, and amazing video quality! You have a wide range of skills man. Don't let your film talent go to waste and show us some adventures on the water too! You just earned yourself a new sub

[@fireantfishing]

thank you! i can't wait to start making other videos. just need to adjust to filming something other than a boat in a storage unit haha

[@redonline09]

awesome work, man! Much respect for keeping the sun screen close by lol. Us readheaded anglers always need a little extra storage space for that!

[@fireantfishing]

thank you! hahah yeah almost need its own hatch haha

[@dalereves1901]

I just stumbled upon your video and you did an amazing job on your build. I love it that you just put it in the water and went fishing to enjoy it! Haha, Epic build.

[@masoncunnagin3332]

This is totally awesome dude. Super impressive. I love how organized and neat everything is..it all has its own designated spot and space.

[@fireantfishing]

thank you! it took a lot of time and planning but I'm really happy with how it turned out

[@blbreptiles4126]

This is the best, most organized boat i've ever seen

[@jlohry]

Very nice! Very impressed with what you did, extremely professional looking boat.

[@fireantfishing]

thank you i appreciate it!

[@Rickholmesjrmusic]

this is awesome man!!! you did a great job i just spent 6 years restoring my grandfathers boat... which was a 17-3 sea nymph tournament 175 tx that i re carpeted and added a deck extension back to the console i have a helix 5 g2 for the drivers seat and getting a helix 7 g2 si di for the front

[@burningreels4687]

Man, this thing fishes she awesome!! I cannot believe how well this fished! I'm so impressed with you and this project! Can't wait to fish a lot more with you man! Congrats again!!

[@fireantfishing]

Thanks buddy, glad to have you there! :)

[@gooblahredneck966]

I'll be honest guy, I didn't expect the end result, and Holy hell what a finished project! very nice build sir.

[@fireantfishing]

haha i had my doubts too. Thank you!

[@elevin1972]

Excellent job brother! I have a '59 Crestliner 14 ft and will be decking it in eventually...

[@fireantfishing]

awesome man i had a lot of fun modding this thing

[@ronskayakingandfishing414]

Great job Ryan. Boat looks great. Really love the under deck lighting you put in, awesome. Enjoy!!

[@fireantfishing]

Thank you! i appreciate your patience and keeping up with the project Ron! hopefully we can meet out on the lake sometime!

[@jkthomp01]

awesome man ! love how you have everything planned out and organized. be sure to drill a hole or two in the Tupperware container for ventalation on your smaller battery.

[@fireantfishing]

Thank you! yeah i drilled a big one for the wires to enter and i also made 6 or 7 others on the side

[@jkthomp01]

FIREANT FISHING duh ! I didn't even think about that haha

[@Fishingchanneltv]

your new boat looks great, good luck with it

[@fireantfishing]

Thank you!

[@guyh.4553]

Very good build. I love your jig holder! I'm going to be putting it on my boat to keep my lures that I use for trolling. Cool idea!

[@warrencountybassnj9459]

Hello, great job looks great. Just one thing, you may want to vent tote that you are using as a battery box. Gasses will build up in there without a vent.

[@fireantfishing]

yessir i have a huge hole in the side for all the wires to run into. then i also made 6 or 7 others around the upper part

[@cardsofgiants]

absolutley friggin amazing man. such a sick boat. Great build. Amazing man. Glad I got to watch you grow and watch you see this boat till the end. Fantastic job!!!!

[@fireantfishing]

Thanks man! i appreciate you sticking around haha it was a long ride

[@sebastianfarlow5287]

Good work mate you've work hard and the outcome is absolutely awesome you have me some ideas to do to my boat as well so thanks for that and good luck fishing

[@fireantfishing]

thank you i appreciate it!

[@MrComonroots99]

Man that bait holder is sick! Great job on that. I have the same FF as you, I don't get out that much on the water, can you do video on the Helix 7 in the future. Honestly I would love to just see raw footage of a fishing trip. Cut down of course, but basically how you manipulate the Fish finder during a trip out.

[@fireantfishing]

yeah of course. i still have a lot of learning to do with it and how to fully use it to my advantage but when i do ill be sure to share

[@chiefs_way189]

I've watched most of you putting this together. Great job man. The LED setup is on point.

[@fireantfishing]

Thanks for sticking around! yeah i like having them

[@johnoxixixixi2221]

This one turned out really great. Awesome job.

[@fireantfishing]

thank you!

[@noelbouwman1938]

Great job Very nice boat i am from the netherlands i fish for pike and zander and perch Now i have picture in my head what i want for my boat thxxxx👊👊👊👌👌

[@vincev7184]

Awesome Job! Great planning and execution. Great example for us DIY'ers.

[@michaelshoffner6584]

Man you sure did a good job and i see that you are a stickler for details, great job

[@tRainbow]

GOOD JOB! I have been following your progress. Excellent work, congratulations!

[@fireantfishing]

Thank you! i appreciate your patience haha

[@jeffyork9389]

Ditto to all the kudos below. I am an avid restoration and re purpose guy with what I am told are some great results.I admire your results as the best of the best. But, looking at what you have done is outrageously impressive to the point of simply stating, " How much ? " you have a better idea of how to build a great fishing boat then the major boat companies. There are very successful companies that build out motorhome chassis and I can see a place for a guy with a company that could do the same in the bass and fishing boat industry. There are plenty of buyers out there and you have proven you have the skills and creative design process to build the best. You build a premium product, you can get a premium price.

[@fireantfishing]

thank you very much. if i could have a dream job it would be building boats. however, right now the main thing holding me back is time. and i also do not know how to weld aluminum. one day maybe!

[@megarouge61]

Nice build man! the time spent building is worth the effort!

[@eurocarman]

Killer job !! Love it! Good luck fishing and love to hear a report on the rear push motor and those batteries. One hell of a good job!!

[@tomfooleryfishing5509]

Dude this is incredible! I keep say I want a bay boat, but damn this is even more impressive! Inspirational!

[@bogipepper]

I just love it when I see a great plan come together. Thank you.

[@keilanidakoala351]

best boat conversion on youtube...hands down...just needs better motor and fishfinder...good job

[@michaelclow8588]

Great build man. Doing my livewell just like yours. Simple but very effective. Thanks for taking the time to explain things.

[@gradyherren1014]

I really enjoy the style you went with. I am going with jet Jon and mini cabin 15' StarCraft deep. I haven't started yet but all the pointers are great love your boat and the video easy to watch good quality

[@cwjeffer]

It was awesome watching the progress!

[@fireantfishing]

Thank you!

[@sgibby8817]

the final outcome came out amazing. Good job man

[@fireantfishing]

thank you!

[@stevebigalow3484]

Way cool rod locker. Thats a rockin' conversion friend.!

[@fireantfishing]

Thank you! that might be my favorite part haha

[@TopWaterAssassin78]

Killer boat. Great job on all the work to the boat. I hope you catch a lot of big fish out of that boat.

[@fireantfishing]

Thanks man! I'm glad things are looking up for you and your getting back into the vids! excited to see them!