[francc4iss96]

I joined each extension’s pieces together and to the transom, using pine strips above and oak strips below the waterline. I wanted to be able to disassemble the extensions if something went wrong, so I used Sikaflex and stainless-steel screws in the attachments to the hull, while the extensions themselves were glued together and filleted with epoxy. The top side of each extension serves as a step for boarding and has an inspection hatch. Before assembly, I painted the parts with epoxy primer. Because of the multiple angles, there were some puzzles to solve when putting the parts together the first time. I took care of gaps with epoxy fillets. more

[sunglasses]

The plywood panels were shaped and attached one after the other, each helping determine the shape of the next. more

[jondavis468]

I purchased 9mm okoume plywood (12mm, in retrospect, would have been a better choice) and built the port extension first, one piece at a time, starting with the planing surface at the bottom and improvising measurements for the subsequent pieces from the growing structure. When I had the first extension assembled, I took it apart and used its pieces as patterns for the second. more

[lachesis]

Although it was a somewhat arduous project, I am pleased with the result. Hobby-horsing is gone, turbulence and wave formation is reduced at slow speeds, and the boat does not wander. The extensions do add some drag, so I lost a knot or two at top speed, but the improved behavior is worth the sacrifice. To my eye, the side profile of the boat improved and the extensions make the boat appear more balanced. I wanted to maximize the planing surface, so I intentionally made the gap between the extensions narrow, and if I tilt the motor up in shallow water and turn it too far, the propeller can hit them if I’m not careful. [links]

[BraedenS66]

The next step is draping the cloth. Use some material that has a good stretch, like nylon for example. Or use some old T-shirt, or pillowcase, whatever works for you. Cover the PVC pipes and the base with it. Glue it around the edges and stretch the fabric as much as you can. With the high melt temp glue gun, stick the material on the bottom. Make sure to press the glue so the surface is as flat as possible. This will be important for the later shaping. more

[ritobanb]

– Primer, Bondo body filler, and JB weld

[cookie]

Note: To avoid future problems, don’t glue it between the pods. When you wrap it, remove all the excess. If you want, you can double layer it, but it is not necessary. here

[legion050]

The next step is to cover the unit completely with the resin. Let it dry. After you spread it over and it hardens, cut off the pod holes where the gauges will fit. If the fabric is still flexible and a little thin, backfill it. This will maybe make a mess inside the pod, but it can be fixed with the flap wheel. If needed apply more resin to the unit. Smooth the rough areas. here

[earleenproehl]

One of the great aspects of many floatation pods available today is they allow you to both bolt and weld them on. For instance, you may just want to install them and try them out, which is where bolting them on would certainly come in handy. And, finally, if you decide to keep them for the long-term, welding becomes the obvious second step.

[mjohnson]

With all the fantastic benefits that come with installing floatation pods on your jon boat, one of the best by far is the effect they have on reducing fuel costs. Since your jon boat will be able to move through the water more efficiently than it once did, your jon boat is expending less energy than it once had to. Of course, if you’re hitting even greater top speeds at high RPMs you won’t really see these gains, but you certainly will if you stay within the range of speeds you normally cruise around with.

[foxstrike]

There are a couple of ways to install floatation pods onto your jon boat. The easiest way to install them is to simply bolt them on the transom of your jon boat and the more difficult way is to weld them on. Depending on your experience welding as well as interest in carrying out a longer project, you may choose one over the other.

[HopeFlynn7x]

These floatation pods by Beavertail provide a whopping 160 pounds of extra floatation force, which will help keep your jon boat’s stern extremely buoyant. They’re also a perfect match for aluminum jon boats since they fit perfectly for jon boats with an overall length of 14-16 feet. While they pose a higher cost than other upgrades you can make to your jon boat, the long-lasting benefits will certainly outweigh this relatively small investment into your jon boat. more

[otalesak]

The best option of installing jon boat floatation pods is to weld them on. This is the best option because it’s by far the longest-lasting solution and you’ll essentially never have to worry about it again. You won’t need to worry about them falling off or corroding over time since they’ll be a solid extension of your jon boat.

[skeledrew]

My suggestion is to find jon boat floatation pods that give you the option to do both so that you can try them out without committing long-term. Once you find the floatation pods that are right for you, making it permanent is going to have long-lasting positive effects when it comes to being out on the water in your jon boat. [links]

[Thor]

ive been thinking about putting one on my current re-build.Have been toying with building my own
full width from glass but as yet have not found enough info on the mounting height of the motor on the pod.

[falkenberg]

Whats the damage to have one of them designed, constructed and fitted? [links]

[gigitrix]

managed to get the measurment i needed from stompa ( romano ) who does them in Sydney.

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