Jet Boat kitset testing

Testing out my kitset jet boat
Powerd by Yamaha superjet 700cc two stroke
Alloy aluminum boat
supper light
Shot by Gopro hero, Apple iphone, DJI Drone
Edited by [e-mail]
This is not a v8 Jetboat
This is a jet dinghy jet boat with a jet ski engine
links to how to build a boat, how to build a kitset jet boat
DIY Jet boating New Zealand
This boat is great for hunting and fishing and all
Outdoor adventures
Great welding project
Thanks for watching
Thomas Hewitt

[@michaelkim4251]

I have lived to be over 60 years old, but I have never seen such a smart person. I think it is amazingly great. I respect you! Good luck!

[@romulus1969]

Jesus. That thing is a death trap. I'll take two, please.

[@bradlangton1549]

Just pray before you drive it, hahahaha.

[@justincasey_grabbederpussy6756]

Romulus DeJonge Puss

[@edwardshomestead9074]

Lol

[@FlatlandMando]

Sorry, as far as we know, provable by science...you only get 1 death

[@ibrahimt2056]

Hahh

[@gaius_enceladus]

**Proud** to be a New Zealander - the country that pioneered the jet-boat!

[@William1987GTA1]

That's awesome!!! I never knew that until you mentioned it. Hats off to those ingenuitive mother lovers! Sir Charles William Feilden Hamilton to reference. Who doesn't love to learn!?

[@justanotherchad9554]

This would change my life. This is the most amazing little boat I've ever seen. Excellent work!

[@axtonfletcher3554]

I dont mean to be so off topic but does someone know a way to get back into an Instagram account..? I was dumb lost the password. I would appreciate any tips you can offer me

[@jerryhouston8096]

@Axton Fletcher instablaster ;)

[@axtonfletcher3554]

@Jerry Houston Thanks for your reply. I found the site on google and I'm trying it out now. Looks like it's gonna take a while so I will get back to you later with my results.

[@axtonfletcher3554]

@Jerry Houston It worked and I now got access to my account again. I am so happy! Thanks so much, you really help me out!

[@jerryhouston8096]

@Axton Fletcher Glad I could help :D

[@cuddy9215]

I was not expecting a home built jet boat to perform that well. Nice build!

[@hound696]

The boats look awesome! I'm proud to have played a part in the manufacturing of these boats. Laser operator@caracs

[@thomashewittv8]

Thanks Shane, see ya soon to cut the next one A++

[@FASTU-ne6hl]

Shane Richards . your from Caracas or am not reading right ???

[@TheMotocross4life]

thomas hewitt I know you have probably mentioned it.. but how much would the total project cost for a consumer ever piece. Roughly?

[@TheMotocross4life]

Also assuming labor was done by consumer and had all necessary tools

[@12sec5ltr]

I think you could get it done for 10 grand but that depends a lot on where and how you acquire the drive train.

[@daviddntait]

Power-to-weight ratio= BANANAS

[@gregoir]

No Bananas on the boat though

[@user-ks5ff]

I watched your build video, and I have to say as fabricator, I'm impressed, that you designed something that looks like someone with good amateur fab skills could build, that results in something resembling a pretty professional looking craft, that's testament to a well thought out design.

[@TubabProductions]

This looks like Dutch wooden shoe on steroids! I love it! Would love to have one in the Netherlands!

[@brianburnham8734]

Pro bass fishermen are going nuts everywhere!

[@kx85isweet]

Thats nutts. Literally stopped and sitting on rocks. Suprised it wasnt stuck. Gets on plane instantaniously without eating an impeller or wear ring. Super impressed.

[@honestycounts9352]

Now that looks like fun ! But I would place a large foam pool noodle over the aluminum 'windshield', so that if your head ever hits it, the foam will absorb the impact and prevent you from getting some serious damage to your face.

[@iliketobuildstuff7013]

noodle won't do much in a serious impact but foam of some sort is a good idea

[@baseline6786]

Honesty Counts nah no time for safety measures

[@justinb.8930]

that's why he is wearing a helmet for safety that's all you need hell I wouldn't even wear the helmet

[@danjackson2014]

Justin Boettcher what about when his face meets that aluminum dashboard. Instant smashed face

[@jamespankotai4517]

That and /or full face helmet...... they are wearing a helmet anyway. Just a thought 🤙

[@DukeLaCrosse20]

Are you sure its legal to have that much fun?

[@noworriesmate8287]

DukeLaCrosse20 Only if you pay for a fun permit 🤔

[@conker33350]

I was thinking the same exact thing. Probably not legal

[@deegan727]

@@noworriesmate8287 I tried to go through the state to get a fun permit they don't issue those I had to get mine from my wife. They're expensive and single use. FYI.

[@gregoir]

@@deegan727 I'm going to have to try that

[@mitkomitkov8192]

How much cost the boat

[@THEMOWERMEDIC1]

I just ordered mine on Amazon. Free ship!

[@a.....6295]

how much was it

[@bretthawton]

your boat, the build, and the videos of it in action are incredible !

[@bobarvey7915]

I watch this vid & now I'm building a mini jet boat with my son, thanks for the inspiration it just looks like a lot of fun 😎

[@MiniFun92]

nice landing at the end.

[@cairnzyj09]

Wicked vid mate! Good luck with your product.

[@sinaalex7577]

Holy Crap. That's a cool thing. One of the best "toys" for water sports I've seen in a while.

[@flintrichards945]

Cool little boat that has to be super fun.

[@sp33dyswhitness-10]

I saw one of these flying up the river near my house it looked awesome

[@wparo]

wow! need for speed but with boats

[@hobbymakemyhappyp7709]

The best water project ever I see! You are number 1

[@Bansheeboat]

Holy Christ that thing lookers KILLER! Yes Please! 👍 😁👍

[@jeepvette7723]

I think i would invest in some foam padding for that cockpit

[@53glowe]

I've seen more comfortable seating in a prison cell 😱

[@stevehedrick7390]

Having depression makes me lose interest in everything. I have an old jetski and 12' boat but can't finish it. Something like that would get me out of bed and enjoy the time I have left. If you know anybody with depression please take them for a ride. That is a badass jetboat.

[@dustinvarner3438]

Keep ya head up bro

[@stevehedrick7390]

@@dustinvarner3438 Easier said than done.

[@FrancisFurtak]

Wow great little machine!

[@johnh4453]

Truly amazing! Many places here in Ontario Canada and in the US too where this type of boat can be used. This light weight compact design works very well in shallow water with minimal draft!

[@reginalddentry7338]

Heck If I saw this cat coming my way I wouldn’t be sure if it was a runaway but you gotta have some cohoneys to ride with him Very smooth bravo!

[@chippyjohn1]

NZ is such a beautiful country. Id love one of these for the Goulburn in AUS, WISHLIST!

[@roniedeniega5366]

efficiency is high and light weight perfect congratulations, love it

[@AluminiumverbandGDA]

Very impressing and amazing to see what's possible! Nicely self-made with aluminium.

[@gwlilly5786]

This needs to be in a James Bond movie !!

[@Shoptalk321]

One was used in a James bond film the world's not enough called the Q boat

[@scottbaker7532]

Were there any rocks harmed in making this video!

[@scottbaker7532]

@Steven Nickholdson this is true!

[@ChrisRiley3D-Everything]

Just the ones that the boat sucked up into his impeller !!!!!

[@austntexan]

Your build video was brilliant. A boat like this would be fantastic here in the States. Well done!

[@droneservicesystems2301]

Great Build Video. Awesome performance !

[@esdrasfelicio1835]

You Will get Rich. And Will create a New sport . A "Up Drafting" . Think about It and register the Idea as soon as possible. A competition going up to the river against the water chain. It is up to you now. Good Luck.

[@davidgaddy2881]

needs a roll bar .

[@venomf0]

David Gaddy how much you think that would weigh

[@christianalinsugay2568]

how tf would that work in water

[@meloj3115]

Christian Philipp Alinsugay if they are in shallow water and the boat tips over

[@DR-br5gb]

David Gaddy My first thought also

[@laman491]

and a seat belt

[@ytkb8401]

freaking awesome Thomas, looks like so much fun!

[@draenizipan5288]

Extra-ordinaire ! Invention de Génie ! je veux le même !!!

[@nathanoppermann8896]

they look so cool have u help anyone in Australia with one at all

[@bishopcherrycoke6654]

very cool, that boat looks like it could take a lot more abuse compared to a fiberglass hull.

[@theman6760]

Bishop Cherry Coke Also much harder to repair

[@moparpowersports9930]

no really its just patch panels and a welder i have a aluminium skiff with a chevy 350 that was jet powered i used to punch holes in i would go home and patch it up and be back out that day

[@lukeb922]

I am debating on building a plywood an glass , design , just wondering how it would compare . Won’t be bumping into any rocks in Florida

[@lukeb922]

mower rompin - maybe , but thinking i could pull it off , for much less , an as solid

[@chevysforlife100]

Luke B bulletproof glass is the only way id see it being feasible.

[@samsgarage1716]

Super cool little boat

[@remkojerphanion4686]

Beautiful New Zealand, home of the jet boat!

[@harescuts9300]

Insane, but awesome. I would like to see the condition of the hull after that. Did the intake port get trashed?

[@pattodd7576]

WATCH OUT AIRBOATS! I'M GONNA SMOKE YOU!

[@damirs1961]

Thomas, молодец, настоящий мастер!

[@curtisbrowning4682]

Awesome boat Thomas. Well done!!

[@user-yo3cu1yi2e]

Друг ты крутой!!!!!

[@lbdnn2171]

Nice boat man what place is that because the river looks nice 2

[@lguerin910lg]

Amazing boat . must put on my dream list . great video . enjoyed watching .

[@luisfbr]

Very nice!! So cool!

[@yuriysibiryak7309]

Достойный аппарат.

[@georgeklein5365]

Good job on the building project and awesome skills on the welding and construction (way past my skills anyway). Wonder if this could be made in a 14 foot length for my fat American backside and what the cost would be to get one to the USA. I think this would go over well here and have a great demand especially with a nice stainless roll bar behind the driver 's head. send mean email when you have time.

[@nicholstop8161]

George Klein I’m gonna try and build a fishing jet boat with these old jetskis my dad got us

[@HamburgerAcht]

Awesome piece of craftsmanship! RESPECT m8 !!!

[@raikyjin4569]

That’s wicked fun dude lovin it chur💙

[@toddbrackett4277]

Wouldn't the impeller and hull be trashed by the river bed gravel? Looks like fun.

[@bradj1414]

Todd Brackett they hold up super well. I am deciding on which kit set to buy and personally build like he did (he has a video) but the inside and outside of the hull have supportive "stringers" the run lengthwise on the boat and can be replaced on the outside if the marine grade aluminum ever does wear down from use!

[@bradj1414]

And as for the impeller yes rocks and sand may mess it up, although there are sand trap systems designed for that and when you kill the throttle on shallow water you stop the intake and rely on momentum to get you through

[@dclracingchannel4994]

That's fucking awesome

[@samrichards8251]

I like the ghost buttons where he says click here. Awesome little machine

[@Pownyan]

That looks like insane amounts of fun! great job!

[@David-wr7vr]

Hi have u any (plans-drawings ) To make like this boat? I pay u for then Let me know

[@machfelix799]

I wanna buy one

[@angargoy7181]

It is a fantastic project and very nice congratulations. regards

[@simonbeneli4029]

The boat is amazing,so is the perfect shooting of that video,very advanced one👏👏

[@mackenziemitchell2135]

do you put UHMW on the bottom?? Aluminum sticks to rocks

[@peytonbrown2440]

Your a dumbass

[@g.brooklynfoxy6586]

You're

[@jkg6211]

Mack ~ I'm with you on that one. BUT it would add a lot of weight. ALTHOUGH a larger engine could compensate for the weight, IMHO. As to being a "dumbass", Peyton doesn't even know the difference between"your" and "you're", much less what UHMW or UHDPE is. lol

[@ProbeGT2]

How is that hull not trashed after all those rocks ??!!!

[@benboor7924]

My dad and I asked the same question, aluminum and rocks don't mix.

[@user-qh9rb5mo9i]

I can only marvel at your skill

[@archangelmanifest9034]

Now that is a cool boat!!!I want one!!!!

[@archangelmanifest9034]

Yeah that could use some improvements as far as the seat and wheel but man it's awesome!!

[@ivanbatman]

do you sell the plans ?

[@fastfox23]

yes he does. Send him an email.

[@NutEByN8urrr]

Ps seats look super uncomfy and steering wheel too small .. But badass none the less

[@mesatreeco941]

Is that what Parker of "gold rush" fame almost killed his buddy in?

[@MicroMountainsDude]

Oh my goodness. What a sweet video. Nice work!! I laughed from pure unadulterated joy the whole vid👍🏻 Good on you mate.

[@jimforjzs777]

Great job ! Looks like great fun !!

[@kevinh3634]

what kind of motor are you running that boat. it kinda remind me of a rc boat. very cool

[@thomashewittv8]

2016 Yamaha Super jet

[@scottsteiner9347]

thomas hewitt what's the total cost of everything you need?or at least ballpark estimate,cool vids thanks

[@claybailey6527]

thomas hewitt is that for a jet ski? You should send a link to the engine itself.

[@craiglindeque3745]

thomas hewitt n

[@timmydavidsmith]

This is fun until you slam into a rock going 50 mph

[@tritonbradford1688]

That thing is awesome!!!!

[@tghelere]

That's amazing, man! Good job

[@michaeljones7611]

I tried to click where he pointed on each video but nothing happen. I love the boat tho. my wife and I already decided to get one

[@showbissydney1587]

You need to enable "Annotations" in your youtube settings.

[@kirkbrousssrd1599]

That bezz nice send info plzz !?! ⚓️

[@vanislandenduro2744]

How much do one of these cost?

[@mman8008]

Price range (completed) can run from $8k US to $15k US. Prices will all depend on your "vision" & if you will DIY or have someone do it for you. I can see one getting this done for less than $4k US IF you have the know-how, tools & access to used PWC jet engines & parts. Here's a link to the Canadian seller.www.minijetboatbuilder.com/about/

[@luiscaceres7230]

que los impulsaa

[@stephancaines7314]

Are there any of these kits available in Canada if so does anyone know where to get some info on it

[@patrickswayze2596]

+Stephan caines www.minijetboatbuilder.com/about/

[@dannybarnett1937]

In New Zealand, which is where this is, you can get these kit sets for under 5k off of trade me or even a complete for near that price the boats are not too dear for what they are

[@kevindevlieger2542]

Woooooow men, this is awesome. I wish I could start straight away to build this fun craft. Many thanks to create this video!!!!!

[@p1stolp.521]

wow, love it..cheers from Mexico brother. the jet-boat is perfect..

[@vapensnakes7181]

Hasn't made a video in 2 years... Probably wrecked it 🤦‍♂️

[@edilbertcruz9377]

Or dead in his STUNTS. God Forbid.

[@richardandmichellelifeadve3473]

This will become a sport in a few years if not already looks fun

[@Mr_K888]

That’s just awesome 👏🏾

[@yuricormier7992]

Wow that little boat is unbelievable you did a great job with it I'll make sure I pass it on to people I know

[@NvTwist]

Very awesome build, made me want a boat now.

[@hailua1992]

Wow I'm so like it. It's so great!

[@manjunathnayak1]

love it dude

[@shoesman60]

Fabulous and incredible ! Nice Guys !

[@danielperdicaro]

es increíble!! excelente proyecto!! felicitaciones.

[@MrMuftwub]

you rock....great boat man :)

[@tangolobo]

thats a sick looking H2O ride brother! well done! BIG Congrats!

[@hashimbasics8801]

Wow.. Just love it.. 💪

[@DennisBrownDhighway]

Sweet lil jet boat Thomas.

[@alexeytverskoy8841]

Великолепен! в России ещё нет таких вездеходов , либо очень мало . Классная штуковина!! )

[@sergsemechkin1955]

есть,в красноярске...один или два))

[@viktorblack1310]

Удивляет не то,как он его собрал, (видно что профессионал),а то,что все детали,идеально подходят друг другу и ничего не надо "тщательно обрабатывать напильником"!..

[@robertthebrucegorman8002]

GREAT JOB TOM!

[@johnbarthelemy189]

Bloody beautiful love it

[@jeromeparauilles89]

shout out Jet Boat kitset testing wow amizing 😱❤❤💯👍💪👏

[@ontario_backwoods_beekeeping]

that is one of the coolest things i have seen in a while. man i wish i had a welder.

[@FredEricS-Moto]

Awesome dude!

[@gabehartman6832]

Absolutely amazing Love this. subbed from America