The Brutal Truth About Jon Boat Motors (Don’t Waste Your Money)

Before you spend a single dollar on a motor for your Jon Boat, you need to watch this. Choosing the wrong drive system is the #1 way to ruin a tiny boat build. Whether it’s too much weight on the transom, not enough power for the current, or a "deal" that ends up being a paperweight, I’ve seen it all. Today, we’re looking at the Brutal Truth about the 5 most common ways to power your boat so you don't make a multi-thousand-dollar mistake. In this video, we break down: Trolling Motors: Why they aren't "primary" power. 2-Stroke Outboards: The light-weight kings (and their messy reality). 4-Stroke Outboards: The gold standard—if you can handle the weight. Electric Outboards: Silence comes at a massive price. Mud Motors: Why you probably don't actually need one. Every boat build is different, but the physics of a Jon Boat don't lie. Let’s make sure you buy the motor that actually gets you on the fish. 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.