20' Lowe Olympic Jon Boat

[olbrazosDon]

That is one beautiful boat, Jerry! ! ! ! But when are we going to see it float? And another question is, does the boat roll or not roll? I was wondering since you said it rolled and then you said you could stand on the gunnel and it would not tip. ??? An outstanding mod that looks like it can stand up with your neighbors at the marina as far as looks and workmanship.

 

[Brine]

Looks great Jerry. I hope you see many a day on the water with it.

 

[fool4fish1226]

Ok =D> now it's time for fish pictures :fishing:

 

[Jonboat Jerry]

WOAH, that is amazing... im also jealus over you boat lift

A perfect perch for such a neat project.

Thanks guys, The Boat Lift was one of the first things after the seawall and it's rated for 10,000LB.
Since the boat only weighs about 900LB it should not wear out anytime soon.

=D> L@@KS AWESOME!!! =D>

Wow! looks amazing! Great Job! =D>

thanks Brian, Booth, Still a little to go.

That is one beautiful boat, Jerry! ! ! ! But when are we going to see it float? And another question is, does the boat roll or not roll? I was wondering since you said it rolled and then you said you could stand on the gunnel and it would not tip. ??? An outstanding mod that looks like it can stand up with your neighbors at the marina as far as looks and workmanship.

As soon as I can get all the little details complete Don, I will get the G.F. to take some pics of the boat in the water.
I have a angle finder so we should be able to get a good idea of what's going on.

Looks great Jerry. I hope you see many a day on the water with it.

Thank you Brine and thanks for being a Mod on a terrific website.

Ok =D> now it's time for fish pictures :fishing:

Imworkinonit.......man you guys are tough!

 

[bulldog]

Absolutely amazing build. Congrats on your new toy.

 

[Ride_Klein]

Thanks guys, The Boat Lift was one of the first things after the seawall and it's rated for 10,000LB.
Since the boat only weighs about 900LB it should not wear out anytime soon.

If you have 9,100LB's of fish on that thing, you're going to be way over your limit.

 

[whistler]

JJ well I don't know why I'm asking this question that needs a reply as I'm sure he's (Jonboat Jerry) out on the water with his new rig! Don't know when he'll be back to shore! Who could blame him? =D> By looking at your lift I think I can see it's not the first time you've used that aluminum 2x2's from Lowes. I guess you just load up with that stuff every time you go in! :wink: Question for you please, Did you install an hour meter on your boat? If so give some details as to type, where mounted (hidden or on instrument panel) how wired as hot with key on etc. Thanks in advance.

 

[whistler]

Well I must have guessed it right with my last post. The fish are biting and Jerry's enjoying the fruits of his labor! I guess we'll all be invited to a big Fish Fry at Jerry's? :wink:

 

[Jonboat Jerry]

JJ well I don't know why I'm asking this question that needs a reply as I'm sure he's (Jonboat Jerry) out on the water with his new rig! Don't know when he'll be back to shore! Who could blame him? =D> By looking at your lift I think I can see it's not the first time you've used that aluminum 2x2's from Lowes. I guess you just load up with that stuff every time you go in! :wink: Question for you please, Did you install an hour meter on your boat? If so give some details as to type, where mounted (hidden or on instrument panel) how wired as hot with key on etc. Thanks in advance.

Whistler, you are clairvoyant! Was thinking of an hour meter just yesterday. As soon as I get one,I will post pics.
It will be wired in to the ignition between the "ON" post and ground. Details coming.

Worked on the windshield frame today, hope to complete by tomorrow.

Man, I would love to have a fish fry for all the nice people I have met on this website. That would be just terrific! =D>
Maybe we can get something going here in Florida during the winter eh?

 

[stumpjumper1]

Hey Jerry its Ronnie from lutz, boat looks good. I have a question, who made the door on the console for you?

 

[Jonboat Jerry]

Hey Jerry its Ronnie from lutz, boat looks good. I have a question, who made the door on the console for you?

Hey Ronnie, The door is from a Proline and was found at Quality Marine Surplus in Homosassa.
Here is the link https://www.qualitymarinesurplus.com The Proline boat company used to be in
Homosassa, but moved some time ago. Many of the parts they have are brand new.
Also, Don's Marine Salvage in Largo is probably closer to you. If you don't see what you are looking for,
check out their junk boat section since some are for parts. That place is fun just to walk through.
Thanks for looking....Jerry

 

[bulldog]

Man this boat is awesome. Great job Jerry.

 

[Jonboat Jerry]

Man this boat is awesome. Great job Jerry.

Thanks BullDog, it has been a very serious effort all along.

Today was windshield day. I used some 1X1 aluminum tubing for the posts, I notched the front two
and had them welded so the front raked back 30 degrees. The rear posts I left alone but shortened
them slightly so they didn't look straight (boring). Here's the pics
bottom of the front frame

bottom of the rear frame

Here is everything mocked up. The blue tape is on the inside where the 3M5200 will squeeze out onto the
Lexan. The protective tape has been removed from the inside. It was left on the outside.

Everything looks good to go so starting with the front, I ran a bead of 5200 down the center of the front
posts and stuck it back in place. Pressing it down until it ran out the edges of the blue tape.
similar to replacing a auto windshield. Next were the two side windows that got the same treatment

carefully removed the tape from inside the front removed the over run and left a nice edge.
Here's everything all cleaned up.

Thanks for looking...Jerry

 

[mmf]

Boat looks great Jerry! Good luck using it fishing!

 

[lowblazah]

Awesome build. I like the cutting boards the most. I've been watching this build for a while...glad to see you are finally getting it wet!

 

[Jonboat Jerry]

Boat looks great Jerry! Good luck using it fishing!

Thanks Mike, I have tapped into a local fishing club to jump start the fishing effort.

Awesome build. I like the cutting boards the most. I've been watching this build for a while...glad to see you are finally getting it wet!

There is a lot of creative re-tasking on this website Lowblazah. Got to add the radio and FF/'ducer next. Then we will be seriously after the fish. Thanks for looking and commenting...Jerry

 

[olbrazosDon]

I found you another project boat to modify. I have pics

https://dallas.craigslist.org/dal/boa/2701592097.html

24' Flat Bottom Aluminum Center Console Boat (Graham, TX)

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I am selling my flat bottom boat. To my knowledge this is the biggest flat bottom made. It has a diamond plate floor, spontoons, 115 Yamaha, Humminbird 597c with down image and GPS, 400 qt. yeti fish box, Tandem Axle Galvanized Trailer, VHF radio, and 40 gal fuel tank. This thing is a beast. We use it to transport our Polaris Ranger on hunting trips. You can put anything in this boat that you want. It is a great catfish fishing boat. Top speed is about 38 mph loaded or empty. It doesn't make any difference. We have taken it offshore snapper fishing 10-15 miles a few times. Motor probably has about 200-300 hours on it. It runs like a new one. The boat has a few scuffs and dings but it is in great shape. Asking $13,500. I will take $1000 off if I can keep the yeti fish box. Call or text 940-867-0625 Model: 2484 XH Custom Flat Engine: 1999 Yamaha 115 LOA: 26' Beam: 8'8" Sides: 31" Bottom: 84" Max H.P.: 300 Draft: 6"

 

[Jonboat Jerry]

Jerry,
I found you another project boat to modify.
https://dallas.craigslist.org/dal/boa/2701592097.html

Hey, that thing is good to go Don! It's just missing a few rod holders.

 

[fool4fish1226]

Getting closer everday =D> Jonboat is there going to be a T-Top, if I remember correctly there was mention of one.

Boat looks Amazing

 

[Jonboat Jerry]

Hi F4F, I learned the T tops are a huge drag (parachute) on fuel mileage, so I had to rethink that.
I came up with a Bimini which is lighter and folds up while running or not in use.
Way cheaper on the wallet too! Kathy and I took a short spin yesterday out to Sea Pines #1
and back. It was lumpy going out with the wind on the nose but we enjoyed it anyway.
The ride back in was better, but her observation was it needs seats with side support. I'll
be working on that one next.