Q&A: Saving a Free Bass Boat, Mud Motor Tips & Rod Storage

Chris reveals a neglected 1986 ProCraft fish and ski that he plans to restore on a budget, marking the channel's first major dive into fiberglass repair. In this live replay, Chris outlines the roadmap for "Project Poorcraft," including dealing with rotten stringers, selecting the right outboard, and debating layout changes like removing the dual consoles. The discussion also covers the pros and cons of rod tubes versus open lockers, why the AutoBoat struggles on a transom mount, and advice on choosing between Predator and Duramax engines for your longtail build. Plus, get a sneak peek at Chris's plan to slice and widen a 1648 Jon boat for his personal rig. Should we keep the dual consoles on the ProCraft or cut them out for more fishing space? 🛠️ GEAR & PARTS MENTIONED Beaver Dam Mud Runners Sea Eagle FastCat 12 AutoBoat Trolling Motor System Duramax Engines (vs Predator) Crescent Kayaks 00:00 - Intro & Duck Boat Wrap-Up 05:38 - Project Poorcraft Walkthrough (1986 ProCraft) 14:15 - Setting a Restoration Budget 26:35 - Sea Eagle FastCat 12 DIY Plans 39:10 - Rod Storage: Tubes vs. Lockers 43:50 - AutoBoat on Transom & 24V Questions 47:00 - Chris's Personal "Wide" Jon Boat Project 59:20 - Crescent CreS Craft Impressions 01:00:05 - Predator vs. Duramax Mud Motors ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ 🛠️ 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 #ProjectPoorcraft #FiberglassRepair 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.