INCREDIBLE MINI BASS BOAT TRANSFORMATION! and EXACTLY HOW MUCH IT COST.

Here it is! its finally done! After countless hours of hard work I believe I have created not only a new fishing machine, but argubly one of the nicest and oldest budget Jon boat build here on KZbin. Let me know what you think in the comment section below!
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[@jritz2013]

Just got my hands on a 12ft Sears V bottom Gamefisher and when the time is right I'm gonna use this as a reference to build onto my boat 🙌🏻

[@mattmain237]

I have the same sears boat too!

[@mattmain237]

I have the same sears boat too!

[@christophertibbetts2458]

Me 3

[@alexengelhardt2538]

What length of shaft works ideal for 12ft V bottom boat front mount trolling motor?

[@dannyeugenewaits9486]

$1800 for a Bass Boat!! better than most...spend as much as a house would cost and use it a couple times a year! bravo to you! my son and I are doing the same thing, found a 12 foot 1968 v-john boad and trailer for $250 got a fantastic 1971 Honda 4 stroke 7.5 Horse motor for $175, now were getting ready to do a paint job and a bass deck like yours! thats why were watching your video! Cheers from Montana!

[@thescottishhammer7570]

Very well thought out. You guys did a fantastic job! Enjoy the time spent with your Dad, your time on Earth together is limited. I've watched a bunch of these john boat / fishing boat conversion videos and this one gave me some great ideas. Thank you for posting this! 🤟🏻🤟🏻

[@F.U.andS.T.F.U]

You've given me some great ideas. I'm in the process of doing something similar. Thanks for posting.

[@TightlineTV]

No problem, good luck!

[@bittermelon4657]

This is exactly what I was thinking of doing to my new/old Terry boat from the 70s. I just didn’t know if it would be possible. This boat is pretty massive for a V hull tin boat. I’m delighted to see this and now know exactly what I’m going to be doing to it. Edit: My girlfriend’s grandpa sold me the boat and the matching trailer for $500. It’s definitely going to need some work. So what I saved with the purchase price to keep with your budget, I’m going to have to spend for restoration. Oh well, I think this project is going to be incredibly fun.

[@kenjones4564]

Wow!!! You got a great boat now. Turned out really fabulous. Your videos on this build will help many others I'm sure.

[@work4rsl46]

excellent job, I am going to work on my 12 ft boat this winter and have been watching a bunch of similar vids. lots of ideas and I really like you layout.

[@edwinrcorbin2579]

What a wonderful video! You did an excellent an outstanding job. I love your boat! I would be thrilled to own a boat just like yours. The fact that you did it all for under $2000 is beyond amazing. You have a unique gift for this sort of thing! Beavertooth

[@davescheer5038]

Great job , I’m looking to do the same thing but with a fiberglass hull if I can find one , flats boats are insanely expensive here in west central Florida, the one thing I noticed was that the plywood wasn’t painted or sealed which might give ya a problem later with moisture intrusion, but the boat looks great and it’s a great price, tight lines bro ! 🐟👍🏼

[@beebob1279]

Nice presentation. 1816 isn't bad for all that you did. I've got a 14 foot Deep V Grumman that I want to upgrade. I've done the trailer replacing the wiring, lights, and inner bearing seal, and new tires. That was that. Next I'm going to work on the boat. I want to flat bottom it for ease of moving around. I've got a 15 horse motor that runs just fine so that's good. Then some of the simple things need replacing. Rod holders, down rigger holder, and the big expense will be replacing the fish finder. The old one was leaking some kind of a black goo.

[@jeremyhines4328]

Perfect minimalistic build. I'm going to try and copy this. Looks great

[@rogerdickinson4445]

Great job on the boat. Great info on cost and details. Thanks so much for sharing, very helpful and honest. Stuff happens man.

[@marclapointe368]

I watched many DIY project videos and this is the best that I have seen yet for the one that i want to apply to my 14 feet Princecraft.

[@ExtremeOutdoorsmen]

Here before this video goes VIRAL!! This is so sick brotha 🔥 pumped for you!! Your gonna catch some Giants out of this boat this year!

[@TightlineTV]

Haha thanks bro! Was a fun project!

[@Scott.Farkus]

I have a 1955 Runabout made by General Boat. It's a good boat, had it on every river and lake within 50 miles, lol I put bottoms in it to make the ribs flat so it's easy to walk on. I've done it a couple of times; one thing I learned... Don't use carpet! Carpet, if not covered and well maintained will get really bad real quick. Better to paint the wood and add pumice or some other nonslip surface to it, or expanded PVC board(more expensive, but lasts).

[@kodachrome27]

Very nice! I'm going to re-do my jonbass boat because it's too heavy for my liking and you have great ideas! Thanks

[@michaeljanik1972]

Thanks for all the info and you did a great job on the build.

[@larryfinch1529]

Superb! Thank you!!! i just bought a 1968 sears 14 ft v hull for 600. 25 hp merc will be 500. still not too bad. you have inspired me and given me a LOT of info that I needed! THANK YOU!!!

[@nrw510]

This may be a dumb question since I'm new to boats but the 2x4 supports you put in did you run any screws through the bottom of the boat to secure them or just into the hull and transom?

[@redneckwithajeep5001]

I’ve got a 58 sears jon boat a lot like this. Mines got skeletonized seats so instead of adding weight for storage I was able to largely go the other direction and loose it for storage. I still wound up heavier than I was but not so bad that it’s really noticeable. Big difference is I don’t fish for bass so making a nice carpeted boat wasn’t top priority as much as making it functional for catfish. My mods were more in the trailer. I’ve had rods disappear out of trucks and boats so I took pvc pipe and a hinge and padlock making tubes on each side of the trailer to lock my fishing rods in. Probably the only thing I miss about my bass boat was I could do the same thing but lick them under the deck

[@stevehitchcock7617]

Excellent job on your build. I just got a 12' v shape boat like that going to plan for the exact build

[@samsclips5215]

Awesome build! I have one question about the supports tho. I want to make one of my own but do I screw the wood supports directly into the metal? That could be a problem for screws sticking out and holes! What did you do?

[@Justfor1day]

I'm starting my re build....pretty much need to do what you did...i have no skills like you...great video explaining things and really nice work done...I'm thinking the same grey and blacked out trailer....be proud of your finished project and go catch some big fish.

[@Army_Outdoors_88N]

Epic build dude. Its been so cool watching this come together. Congrats dude!!!

[@LuRanOutdoors]

Awesome video. Thanks for the walk through. I might have to steal a few of your ideas for my 14ft old aluminum boat! Subbed to watch more of your videos!!!

[@thatfreedomguy5184]

Nice video! Awesome build!

[@Chillin24Seven]

Love it. I need to redo my boat. I decked mine out too. But you’re right you don’t need a lot of experience. My advice is get cardboard and do it in cardboard as practice then do it with wood.

[@leojagawaga6481]

Fantastic Project You Guys Did A Great Job

[@vernshein5430]

Nice job! I prefer to anchor my 14' deep V from the bow as I would only anchor from the stern in certain conditions.

[@dminor214]

How you hid the hinge up front is pretty slick.

[@gamebredfishing]

Dope bro I’ve watched the whole transformation for this thing it turned out straight fuego 🔥🔥

[@TightlineTV]

🤟🏻🤟🏻

[@JLH1956]

I have the same thing from Lowe. Hey I like how you tricked this out. It's something I can afford on my budget. I just want an stable boat that I can fish on.

[@pease-nc5yf]

how much does the whole setup weigh? Wondering if I can tow with a rav/crv under 1500lb rating

[@denniswilkins4514]

Thanks for the video. I'm about to do a 14 ft. V hull

[@JAmes-no4yk]

This is awesome man I’m doing the exact same thing, just got a 16ft aluminum jon boat with trailer and a 6hp motor and trolling motor for $850

[@akbuilder7626]

I just got a 16 foot Landau that is 67" wide with a a trailer for $700 from FB Market place. He wanted $1000 but I just asked if he'd take $700 and he said sure. Just needs new transom and a few rivets replaced and the trailer has the typical lights that don't work and hubs that need replaced. Will be doing a jon boat to bass boat conversion since its so big. Going to be powered by an 80lb Minn Kota Riptide since Im only using this on very large private ponds.

[@peterng2379]

Superb! Easy to buy new but that will not give the same satisfactions from restoring on your own .... Allowing you know her in and out .....👍.

[@ramblinreelstv2335]

Looking forward to doing something similar with mine!

[@vanblindguy4600]

Keeping it simple.. Nice Job . You could easily add smaller hatches into those big ones for faster access later. You didn't mention any flotation, are your original benches still full of foam?

[@Thedinkman247]

Thanks for the video it was good!

[@brianellman]

Very very Cool ideas. thank you.

[@CodyB.740]

Holy crap man it’s been a year since I’ve been able to watch you and your still killin it I’m happy for you man keep it up!

[@TightlineTV]

Your a real one! 💯

[@CodyB.740]

You definitely are I would still love to link up and go fish one day I’m southern Ohio

[@subzero4698]

Have a 14ft vhull I had redone just like yours with a 40 horse

[@ethanmacheras5967]

That's awesome and great job and good deal!

[@CHEFZFISHING]

That’s an awesome rig! How did you connect the wood supporting frame at the front to the boat?

[@fireantfishing]

Hey man We make hinges specifically for this as well

[@beezyfishingoutdoors_2168]

Sweet... That boat looks awesome 👌🏾👏🏾😎👍🏾👍🏾💯🔥🔥🔥🔥🤙🏾🤙🏾👊🏾✌🏾

[@FishManTV1]

Nice man you did a good job! I used my benches as frame work as well!

[@rikijett310]

Seat belts make good straps like the ones you made from carpet.

[@Lancesitton]

looks great! did you put screws into the bottom of the boat for your frame?

[@hawgtied]

I'm actually about to buy a very similar boat, and do a very similar thing. I'm also from ohio and I'm wondering if you've had yours on Lake Erie. curious how it'll do on the big pond.

[@kamiloles8537]

Good video, thanks, 1500 very good, comes to three grands including your time and labour,

[@goja981]

Awesome. Thanks

[@rikijett310]

At first I thought that trolling motor support was for a GoPro.

[@kolakolliXD]

trying to find the videos of you adding the supports to the inside to see how exactly you did it. I cant find that part of the boat transformation anywhere..

[@brandonmori-bergeron1312]

i love what u did, im actually building my own trailer and repainting my 12 ft aluminum boat. just wondering for boat winch how long is the stand u have on your trailer and how is winch mounted as i would like to copy the simular layout you have!! i would like to make my own bunker rail for my boat. how would i prooced or how did u do yours. basical my 12ft is same as your 14ft. so would love if u can help with that.! also is rust oluem primer for aluminum good for primer before painting colour you want and how many coats. how many coat with colour choosen also , i was deciding on if i should do like aluminum metalic or smoky grey or light/flat grey. for both inside and out side of boat. will those colour be good when on water before puting clear coat. as was worry if i used lighter colour like aluminum metallic or grey will reflect!!! smoke grey looks nice too but would love your input.

[@Tatisismylover12]

That’s sick as hell bro dang I’m jealous

[@ckohar]

how did you secure the wooden 2 by 4's to the boat? The framing under the bow compartment

[@PoppaRyno]

Great video. I just got a 14ft v bottom i'm looking to redo.

[@randyleiter8254]

Nice...I just scored a 1962 alumacraft v bottom, with a trailer AND a 25 horse johnson motor. It has new tires. Trailer lites need rewired. He also has a flat tire which tore off the fender on one side. The guy who owned it, was asking 2500, told me if I buy it today, he'd take 1000 bucks... I went over and brought it home

[@gllyson]

Great job!!!!

[@calebinabnet1661]

Is the wood just drilled into the boat and if so what type of screws (how long are the screws)?

[@straton119]

How do you get the water out of the boat? Very good job! Very impressive!

[@billpaden9423]

Great build job on your boat. How wide is your boat. I am looking to buy a 14ft v bottom . I am trying to figure out how to use one sheet of plywood.

[@qball2000able]

Great job, well built!

[@heavyd777]

This is a Sears boat or an Alumacraft boat?

[@michaelmilton4427]

Great video thanks! What are you using for seats?

[@stevesellers2518]

LOOKS GREAT!

[@wrxstidima4287]

Awesome video man! Great work!

[@SpidrMonky-kx5ku]

I’ve always been told not to get a V bottom to get a flat instead. Is there a reason behind that or just a personal preference?

[@johnrhodes2277]

I have the same exact boat 14ft V-bottom boat wanting to do the samething to mine, but I have a 18hp Johnson short shaft. Im worried if the motor is too heavy for the boat? Wish I could send pics I repainted the trailer two-tone white top teal green bottom! Love it going for the retro style look with it. Any thoughts on the motor and weight if roughly 80lbs? I haven't tested on waters yet!

[@benitoguzman3479]

great job

[@reid_fletcher]

Hey man, I have this exact same boat, and I’m thinking of doing a similar build. I have a 7.5hp mercury, and I only want to do the build if the motor will push the boat well enough for me to be pretty mobile. Do you have any idea how fast you run with your motor?

[@erocker78]

Great job! 👍 ❤

[@moosestache1769]

Makes me feel better about buying a 50s Eglin 14' v hull and trailer with a 60s 15hp motor and a baby minnkota that only goes forward for 300.

[@oak664]

He needs to put a pull tab at the back of the back seat. 9.7/10

[@mikewickman3126]

Really digging the color. What is it?

[@PineislandProwler]

Did you make a bracket/mount for the front trolling motor install

[@rustyshacklesford4576]

I spent 400 for an 1985 gruman 12ft v hull jon boat with a 1951 7.5 and trailer and i wanna deck it out

[@pjaxic1]

Hi there, great job !!! i was wondering ,as i have a similar project i will be starting soon....how stable is the boat in the water? LIke when you are fishing from the casting deck?

[@TightlineTV]

Very stable I fish 3 standing al the time

[@rickmurray2636]

How did you mount the braces to the floor of the boat?

[@Jeeg_Quebec_CAN]

What kind of paint did you use? Oil based decking paint?

[@TUFoutdoors1]

Love this build

[@parsonsperformanceandrepai9562]

Great video! I love budget builds. We recently got a v hull very similar to yours and done some work to it. We've had a blast with it. I have a couple videos on it if you want to check them out. I'm not very good at the youtube stuff tho so don't judge. Lol. Keep up the good work.

[@chriseisele9969]

Hey Chris again how stable is your boat when standing up as im trying to find one myself and how wide is it

[@atrueearthling4326]

Now I know I can get one and will be.

[@miguelsantiago5443]

Awesome build/ I just picked up something similar. How much do you think it weighs now?

[@Fishinghalibut]

Very awesome

[@hoyt1198]

I found your video by chance as i am looking for ideas to do on my jon boat. What part of ohio are you in? I live near dayton cant wait to get my boat done and on the water.

[@kerriwacker1145]

So, I just bought a jon boat and want to do this to it. How to you connect the supports to the boat without the risk of leaking? I am so new to this.

[@TightlineTV]

I screwed into the bench seats. Not the actual boat. I have videos on my channel of exactly how I built this whole thing 😁

[@kerriwacker1145]

@@TightlineTV Oh nice! I'll go back through and look. Thanks!

[@alecmaciel9416]

Actively looking for a boat to replicate your build! Good job!

[@kencleg7721]

Nice have my bros 1961 Texas star it’s a flat v w trailer I’ll let it go 500 Floats don’t leak could use paint 11.6 ‘

[@garyshaw3112]

Cool video you and your dad are craftsmen

[@outoftheordinary3594]

Awesome video!!

[@Tatum-dafisher]

Wheres the link for the hinge

[@krisbevacqua4301]

I'm about to do the same thing, you did a great job. Did you use marine grade plywood? And are 2x4s ground contact?

[@kencleg7721]

A 1/2 g of epoxy 60$ paint wood mount carpet marine grade wood

[@davidbball13]

What are you using for a cover?

[@chrisrausch6818]

With regards to musky fishing, how is the stability when you lean to the side for your figure 8’s? I have the same boat, looking to do the same project this spring to catch muskies.

[@TightlineTV]

Works great. I’ve caught musky in it on the 8!

[@elliotmarshall1016]

If you use a 9 or a 9’6 you’ll be more then fine, I catch em all season in my 14 foot boat like this, no problem. Best of all, no payments 😂

[@shawneastman9210]

Damn good job and I feel your pain living here in Indiana having to drive a good distance to get on the water I just boaught a 12 foot Starcraft and looking to do basically the same set up with lower weight then I can take father in law and his brother out fishing with me

[@Master_of_the_Forest]

I spent 1000 on a 75 tri haul with a working 35hp motor working lights and a redone trailer