I recently refurbished my 1996 Misty Harbor fishing pontoon, I put in new floor with new woven vinyl got the seats and sund deck reupholstered, restored the console(learned fiberglass repair) re did wiring, added deck mood lights, from docking lights, and several other upgrades, I didn't do a new engine or fence, and kept stuff that I could, but it looks 1000% better, a lot of it I learned from this channel.

@tomspontoons

3 ай бұрын

Glad the channel was helpful for you and your project!! Now you get to enjoy the hard work you put into it, you learned some new skills, and probably gained some confidence in working on boats in the future. Nice work!!

😂 9:00. No joke. I was like aahhhh no big deal 😂 ended up taking mine to the shop and paying 5k for a new floor and updated marine carpet/flooring. Best 5k ever 😂

@tomspontoons

3 ай бұрын

I'm just glad you understand the value in what we do! Of course, experience and working on pontoons daily helps with troubleshooting and efficiency...BUT it's still usually a ton of work and some headache mixed in. Glad you're loving your new flooring and are happy with your investment in your boat!

Good idea with the radio on the side. Awesome job on the boat.

@tomspontoons

3 ай бұрын

It was a combo of “it’s the only place for it” and “it makes perfect sense to make it more accessible to passengers”…I think it worked out great! Thanks!!

Very nice rig and excellent presentation. I’ve learned what little I know about pontoons so far from you buddy. Thx for all the tips.

@tomspontoons

3 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching, and for the kind words! I hope that our channel can teach folks in other boating categories some tips and tricks too along the way. Especially the wiring and electrical component stuff!

I do like the layout of this boat though. It looks awesome.

@tomspontoons

3 ай бұрын

Thanks! It’s unique and most importantly it’s exactly how they wanted it!

You guys started moving so fast at 2:20 that I think I heard cavitation… 😉

@tomspontoons

3 ай бұрын

I'm pretty sure I heard the same cavitation when I was editing the video....obviously I didn't edit it out!

Hey Tom great vid. Do you know the measurements on the deck and which kit you ordered? I heard you say the sundeck was a little smaller how so? Getting mine from storage Monday.

@tomspontoons

3 ай бұрын

This one was pretty darn unique because we had configured it based off of the prototype kits we'd been using for the last couple of years. We used some of the new kit and some of the prototype parts we had in stock, so the sundeck was only about 20" deep, which with the new kits is roughly 26" deep. The deck was slightly under 20', but I actually ordered the 21' kit to get all of the pieces I'd need and then some to make modifications. I haven't worked with a single kit yet that's just bolt up and go because the boats I'm working on were configured a while back. However, I've got several boats that I'll be restoring this spring getting the new kits installed exactly as they come...so stay tuned for videos on those in the near future!!! I'll be starting on one of them in the next week or two!

I was a little surprised how much the price jumps on the consoles when you add the gauges and wiring 😬Also I didn't know you can add that extra piece on the side for the throttle, I wanted my throttle there but thought it only came with that deluxe console...great job!

@tomspontoons

3 ай бұрын

I totally understand the price shock when adding in the electrical and gauges. Gauge packages are usually around $300 to $400 (tach, fuel, volt, speedo). Then add in the wire and time to pre-install...plus the switches and wiring...and the accent paneling the gauges and switches are installed on. It's steep, but not cheap to manufacture I'm sure. You have to search "side storage" on the website to get the part for the shift/throttle. Not sure how I stumbled across it one day, but I do really like it for that standard smaller helm and a binnacle control!!!

@skylark4901

3 ай бұрын

@@tomspontoons Thanks for the search tip! (edit) That price is very doable too! 👍

@tomspontoons

3 ай бұрын

@@skylark4901 Happy to help!

Hello Sir Around what price was that engine you installed and also what size trolling motor was that? We are wanting to eventually go with a 4 stroke and also are looking to add a trolling motor. Very nice job on the motor you done an outstanding job Sir

@tomspontoons

2 ай бұрын

Those new 60 hp high thrust motors are around $10,000 installed after all the new rigging components, prop, etc. Not cheap, but can make the whole boating experience so much more enjoyable! It was a 12V 45 lb thrust. Just a small lake they like to fish on. A 12v 55lb thrust would be great for most 20’ pontoons. Much bigger than that and you should move up to a 24v and 80 lb thrust.

What’s the benefit of moving the transom back? I’ve got an older pontoon that has the transom flush with the back of the boat. Should I consider moving mine back by one crossmember? Do I need to consider how long the steering/throttle cables are when the transom is flush?

@tomspontoons

3 ай бұрын

Moving the transom back is mainly to gain usable floor space, but it always improves trim response by getting the motor back where the toons aren’t levering against it. It can also reduce issues with ventilation and cavitation as the wash is cleaner and higher behind the toons. You DEFINITELY need to make sure your cables will reach otherwise you’ll be replacing the steering cable and shift/throttle cables ($300 ish total)

what do you do with all the decent cushions that you pull of boats?

@tomspontoons

19 күн бұрын

I sell them as cheap and quick as possible locally when I can to keep them out of the landfill.

Another entertaining and instructive video. Thanks. Question; when you move the motor or helm further apart is it easy to get control cables and a wiring harness to fit the new configuration? On my pontoon houseboat (30 ft overall length) I’m planning to move the helm about 5 to 6 ft forward from its factory position.

@tomspontoons

3 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching! Yes, steering and shift/throttle cables are easy to replace, and cost around $300 total to get new longer cables. You can usually find them online, or call Van's Sport Center and talk to Brad...he will get you whatever you need shipped to you! Ignition harnesses can sometimes work without replacing, but once in a while you'll need a longer harness too. Again, not a huge deal to replace, but can be a bit more expensive in the $250+ range for just that part.

@luisaraujo4708

3 ай бұрын

@@tomspontoons, thanks Tom! I’ll start looking for a supplier up here in TENSEC (The Evil Northern Socialist Empire of Canada 🇨🇦) 🤪

@tomspontoons

3 ай бұрын

@@luisaraujo4708 Best of luck! If not I'm pretty sure Van's Sport Center here in Grand Rapids, MI will ship to Canada...might not be cheap after it's done though!

Hi Tom, where can I buy the Vinny whole roll

@tomspontoons

11 күн бұрын

www.pontoonstuff.com/tomstoons They have a store wide sale going on right now!!

Great video! I am looking at purchasing a fence kit from pontoonstuff, however I need one without the sundeck. They told me they are coming soon, but from the look of that one could you eliminate the sundeck and still have the same L couch layout? Let me know if you have time. Thanks!

@tomspontoons

3 ай бұрын

I used some some of their old prototype pieces to make this one work. What size boat (length and width) and what color are you looking to do? I didn’t know they were going to do a no sundeck option. That’s great!!

@mjcassville3918

3 ай бұрын

@@tomspontoons We're building a 25 and a half foot 8.5 wide tritoon. I need 19' inside the rails, which is their 21' with sundeck kit. I can only go black because I need 30" front radius.

@tomspontoons

3 ай бұрын

Just a heads up, the 30" front radius corners are available in all of the colors they offer (black, blue, beige).

@mjcassville3918

3 ай бұрын

Wow! That's a big help, the website says black only for the 30" and brown and blue have to be 36"

@tomspontoons

3 ай бұрын

@@mjcassville3918 It's all based on width of the kit. 8' kits have 30" front corners (32"x32") and 8.5' kits must have 36" front corners (38"x38"). That's how they close the gap of the front door.

I did the same thing on the back with my 2000 sweetwater, how much space did you give between the motor mount and the back of the decking?

@tomspontoons

3 ай бұрын

Every motor is a little different. Usually my transom is about 13" to 16" behind the decking. I've never had an issue with tilting the motor up and hitting the decking...but I've had it come really close or even in contact with the railings! That's not so fun, especially on older motors that don't have a limiter option for tilt!

@jdthebluecollarconservative

3 ай бұрын

@@tomspontoons perfect. I had planned on 14”. We just have an older 9.9 right now but eventually plan on bumping up to a 50 hp.

@tomspontoons

3 ай бұрын

@@jdthebluecollarconservative I would think you'll be just fine with 14" between the transom and decking with a 50 hp!

So is it ok to use regular green cca pressure treated plywood instead of marine grade? It would be about 1/3 of the price.

@tomspontoons

Ай бұрын

The glue is different and the surface isn’t smooth with voids filled. It would likely last longer than untreated marine grade, but won’t be as clean of a look and may be likely to delaminate because of the glue between plys. The treated marine grade that we use is well worth the investment. It’s warrantied for 30 years…longer than most anyone will ever own their boat for.

@martinnemeckay1052

Ай бұрын

@@tomspontoons Good information. I'm looking to build a camper/shantyboat and trying to do it as inexpensivlely as possible. I'm already in my mid sixties so the 30 year thing is probably not an issue. Thanks.

@tomspontoons

Ай бұрын

@@martinnemeckay1052 That's a unique application where I think regular treated wood might be just fine. Plus you might be laying a different floor on top inside where you spend most of your time like a vinyl or laminate. Best of luck with your project!

@martinnemeckay1052

Ай бұрын

@@tomspontoons Thanks again

Do you sell the old motors that you remove?

@tomspontoons

3 ай бұрын

I typically sell them or I trade them towards the new motor, just selling/trading them for what I give for trade to move them quickly. But lately dealing with FB Marketplace has been more frustrating than worthwhile for that sort of stuff so I've just been hanging onto them. I don't get a whole lot, just a few each season.

@Robert-bx1ij

3 ай бұрын

I completely understand that I am looking for a older 60 or so preferably a evinrude or Johnson that's in good shape if you would keep me in mind if it's something you want to move thank you very much for replying

@tomspontoons

3 ай бұрын

@@Robert-bx1ij Where abouts are you located? Shoot me an email: tomspontoons@gmail.com

I bet cardboard is a real problem for you guys lol.

@kwhp1507

12 күн бұрын

Maybe put in a wood stove for the winter months to burn it all and heat your shop.

@tomspontoons

12 күн бұрын

@@kwhp1507 Haha! It’s about 10’ high right now!! Luckily we can take it to the local county dump and unload it for free. I like that idea of heating the shop with it though.