LIVE Q&A: Jon Boat Build Pre-Planning & Foam Layouts

Missed the live stream? We sat down with Naeem Green from TBNation Northeast and Michael Lopez to answer your biggest questions about the crucial pre-planning phase of your boat build! In this live Q&A replay, we dive deep into the essential first steps of building out a Jon boat, managing low versus high-budget projects, and tackling the great foam layout controversy. We also discuss the differences between building out deep V-hulls versus standard flat bottoms, and share insights on how to properly set up your storage and casting decks for the ultimate fish-catching machine. What is the biggest hurdle you're facing in the planning phase of your current boat build? Let us know in the comments below! 00:00 - Intro & Special Guests 01:04 - Naeem Green & TBNation Northeast 04:45 - The Pre-Planning Phase & Layouts 07:30 - Building a Fish Catching Machine 12:05 - Low Budget vs High Budget Builds 17:19 - Foam Layout Controversy 18:47 - DNR Rules & Foam Requirements 01:57:02 - Outro & Upcoming Expos ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ 🛠️ Learn to Build Your Boat: 7 Day FREE Trial to our Skool Program: https://tbnation.net/pages/educational-hub 🛒 Shop TBNation: Find parts and gear at our official site: https://www.TBNation.net/ 📺 Watch This Next: Visit our full library of builds here: https://www.youtube.com/@TbNation 🔔 Join the Nation: Subscribe for more builds: https://www.youtube.com/@TbNation?sub_confirmation=1 ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ #JonBoat #BoatBuild #TBNation #LiveStream #QA #BoatMods #BassBoatConversion Customer Support Phone: 404-720-3975 Addresses to all Shops: TBN MIDWEST 5900 Enterprize Rd Bellevue, IL 61604 TBN Northeast 10745 Tucker Street STE6 Beltsville, MD 20705 TBN Southeast 5614 HWY 138 SW Oxford, GA 30054 Online Store: https://tbnation.net/ customer service line: ‪(309) 323-8994 Or email us at: support@tbnation.net __________________________________________________ *GET EXTRA VIDEOS & Perks* Patreon.com/TBNation *Full Amazon Store:* https://www.amazon.com/shop/TBNation _______________________________________________ *Instagram: Handles* @tinyboatnation @tbnation_outdoors_se @tbnation_outdoors_midwest @titan_of_DIY @tincancrew_official Tik Tok: @tinyboatnation @tbnation_outdoors_midwest _______________________________________________ *Find us on Facebook Our Official Page: https://www.facebook.com/Tinyboats Our Group Page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1705177409792306 ______________________________________________ Music: From YouTube Free Creator Library. or Art-List. ______________________________________________ Recommended Channels: Tiny Boat Nation Tin Can Crew Fireant Fishing JDS Outdoors send jon boats ________________________________________________ Disclaimer: I am DiY creator, not a professional boat builder. to put out concepts & ideas for people to view. Modify watercraft at your own risk.