I tried to build this project as economically as I could,that is finding materials below retail cost.The 3" 4x8 foam filled panels[used for roof...
This is a copy of a proven prototype,bracing has been added where needed,the 2" alum. box tube cabin frame is bolted thru 3/4" marine plywood at...
Since those last post I have re-thought my project and decided that I needed at least a 24ft to fit my needs.The picture of the completed boat...
I didn't take them as being negative and apologize if it sounded that way.Not everyone would want to do this to their pontoon boat but spending...
Yes, I agree that wind will be a factor but no more so than with small house boats and other factory versions with canvas or composite cabin...
Here's a mockup of project;sat frame on deck for final layout adjustments.It has an 8 ft forward deck,12 ft cabin and 4 ft 8 inch rear deck,cabin...
That is why it's great to have someone build a proto type,you benefit from their experience.Just for a reference the cabin frame is nominally 8' W...
I sold my 20 ft pontoon boat and trailer,kept the 90 hp 4 stroke suzuki and bought larger diameter 24 ft pontoons[used] and a 24 ft trailer for my...
Here are some updated pictures of my bother in laws boat.He replaced the old leaky pontoons with bigger diameter used tubes and added a third he...
Discussion is good,we can all learn from it but some of the replies go beyond what I was asking.My post wasn't as clear as it could be so here's a...
I just found an informative article on wood finishes that in quite informative.Read the section starting on 15-11 [effects of finishes on water...
I've asked this question on other sites with mixed response so I thought I'd get your input.I'm re-decking a 24" pontoon boat with 3/4" marine...
Since you mentioned trailer-able & pontoon you might be interested in the project I've started a comparatively light,yet solid unit that can be...
