In this episode of the jon boat restoration, I keep pushing forward on the marketplace-traded boat and, yeah… I ran into a couple issues I honestly didn’t expect. But we worked through it and finally got paint on the hull, which is a huge milestone because that’s when the project starts looking like something again instead of just “work.” I’m using aluminum boat paint and focusing on getting the surface ready so the coating actually sticks and holds up. I also ended up going further on the trailer than I planned. That’s how these projects always go—once you start seeing weak points, you either ignore them and regret it later, or you just handle it while you’re already in the mess. Between cleaning things up, addressing problem areas, and making the trailer look good again, this one turned into more than just a quick paint day. The big takeaway: prep and the right products matter, and if you’re restoring a jon boat, don’t overlook the trailer—it’s part of the package.