It was a long wait but I'm really happy with how the pods came out. The welder took forever and then you know I had to get them painted! What do you think, are pods a good upgrade?
My buddy who runs a charter fishing boat glued the door handle to the boat on with 5200 and it got extensive use for years and never came loose or broke in anyway. If you get a good bond and cure that stuff is incredible.
I have a 12 foot boat very similar to a jon. I have a 15hp Honda on the back of her right now and she flies. The only issue is I have to put weight up on the front of the boat to keep the front end down. These sound like they would fix my need for weight in the front
@hulkhogan1942 not necessarily. I have a 1236 john that i put an 8 horse on and the boat was so light that at wide open throttle i had to put my trolling battery at the nose of the boat to keep it down. If your boat has a bit more weight it could be enough. You can think of float pods as essentially a spoiler on a car but backwards. The downforce kay help but maybe not enough.
I was hoping this would help with some stability I have a 14/32 aluminum Jon boat and unless you stay center because it’s not very wide it leans and list a lot can be a bit unstable especially when moving around on deck always worried about my kids any ideas ?
Put a set on my 1652mt Lowe, seemed to loose a little trim adjustment at wot, and top speed. Definitely keeps the front end of the boat down and helps get on plane faster though.
I have a 15 by 42 ft flat bottom I just completely re did and I have a 25 hp etec with my gas tank my main battery and accessory battery all in the back debating if I need these or not
I’ve been seeing ppl run the small pods on 42 inch wide transoms. I too was looking into installing, just finally pulled the trigger. I have a 48 inch wide transom. In beaver tails directions. It says to go up to medium pods over 40-46 inch. Im gonna stay with small to have the extra room to turn. I have a 14 foot by 48 inch v hull with a 160 lb surface drive motor on back. These float pods should basically completely offset the weight of the motor to bring it back to sitting how it would basically empty again. I’ll try and check back in once I test them after install!
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Just purchased a 1540 alumacraft, plan on using a 10-20hp Mercury 4 stroke. The bottom of the transom measures 40”, I wanted to add these beaver tail pods but do you think I’d have room for the motor to turn?
I'm actually working that out myself, my plan is to mount it to the side of the pod. That way it will be most protected and the water should be less turbulent.
If mounted correctly they shouldn't slow you down, its the angle that matters most. I didn't notice any speed loss, my speed was right in line for a 25hp and a 1648.
@@mvboutdoors from your knowledge do you Know if it’s okay to mount float pods about 1 inch up from the bottom ? The back of my Transom is 1/4 plate but it doesn’t cover entire thing. So it will be a slight gap on bottom. Just didn’t know if effect anything
Realistically not much. If you want to add floatation foam to the outside of the hull or kaya sponsons you could achieve it but the former will come with a reduction in performance and the latter would need to be deployed as needed. You can google "boat collar" for an example of what I mean. In practice and the long run though, the best option is to just sell your boat and buy one with a large floor width.
What's the gauge of the pods? Doesn't look as thick as the boat's aluminum and I've heard that adding pods makes your steering different like it'll be a longer sweeping turn. Is that true?
I couldn't tell you the gauge, they are Beavertail so they might have specs somewhere. I don't feel impeded with turns -- another criticism I heard before the pods was that it made reversing difficult but I didnt experience that either. Properly installed I've had nothing but great experiences with them.
They come with very good instructions, make sure to follow the section about the rise. Imo I would get them welded and have the welder follow the instructions.
Thanks for this video, it helped me decide to get pods on my 16ft mod v jon boat. I have a couple questions though. Firstly, did you experience any porposing? I mounted mine like the photo suggests for semi v boats with the pod being horizontal to top of transom. The instructions say a 1/2 inch rise, which exists on the sides but then as you get to the keel because of the semi v shape they are 3+ inches from the bottom at the back of the pods. I'm experiencing porposing and can only operate full trim down. As soon as I trim up at all I'm bouncing around. Secondy, where do you mount your transducer after adding pods? THANKS!! where do you mount a transducer after adding pods?
The only time I experience porpoising was when my motor was too low, you may need to raise your motor up or adjust its height up or down with the pods keeping your transom higher in the water now. I mounted my transducer behind the engine.
Did you mount them level with the top of the transom like in the photo provided by beavertail or do they angle slightly downward towards the keel following the slight v shape of the hull? Thanks
@@thupertramp The welder angled it with the hull when it was supposed to be level but the angle was so slight i doublt it made much of a difference either way.
I didn't test before and after to know but the top speed is consistent with the engine and hull size. If it did, it would have maybe been 1-2mph. 26-27mph for a 1648 built up with a 25hp outboard is pretty spot on.
You would need to measure your transom and see how much room you need for your outboard to turn. There are measurements on the listing (amzn.to/3dBTdMX) for how wide and tall they are. Measure that out and make sure it won't interfere and you should be good to go.
New subscriber; I love your videos and appreciate you sharing your knowledge . I’m getting a 14” jonboat with a 9.9 mercury electric start 4 stroke in the back (122 lbs) Do you think there’s any benefit to adding pods for me?
Thanks for subscribing! Pods can definitely help a 14ft with weight balance, even a single rider in the back with an outboard, battery and gas tank can weigh it down. They're not something you have to add immediately so you can always see how it does on the water and add them later if you feel they will help.
@@mvboutdoors Unfortunately the Otter/Beaver Tail folks and Amazon are out the dealer says maybe stock in May??!! Thanks, know of any out there PLEASE let me know.
Right now I have them painted with enamel, I'm not sure I would be able to swirl that around in the inside but maybe a coating on the bottom in the interior would be helpful as well. I'll look into it! Thanks
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It was a long wait but I'm really happy with how the pods came out. The welder took forever and then you know I had to get them painted! What do you think, are pods a good upgrade?
My buddy who runs a charter fishing boat glued the door handle to the boat on with 5200 and it got extensive use for years and never came loose or broke in anyway. If you get a good bond and cure that stuff is incredible.
It's seriously strong stuff, I have no doubt it could hold on some pods paired with rivets
Thanks for sharing I’m going to be installing these onto my boat this winter. Good info to know
I have a 12 foot boat very similar to a jon. I have a 15hp Honda on the back of her right now and she flies. The only issue is I have to put weight up on the front of the boat to keep the front end down. These sound like they would fix my need for weight in the front
@hulkhogan1942 not necessarily. I have a 1236 john that i put an 8 horse on and the boat was so light that at wide open throttle i had to put my trolling battery at the nose of the boat to keep it down. If your boat has a bit more weight it could be enough. You can think of float pods as essentially a spoiler on a car but backwards. The downforce kay help but maybe not enough.
I was hoping this would help with some stability I have a 14/32 aluminum Jon boat and unless you stay center because it’s not very wide it leans and list a lot can be a bit unstable especially when moving around on deck always worried about my kids any ideas ?
Put a set on my 1652mt Lowe, seemed to loose a little trim adjustment at wot, and top speed. Definitely keeps the front end of the boat down and helps get on plane faster though.
Yeah it's hard to trim up with float pods, I noticed that as well.
I have a 15 by 42 ft flat bottom I just completely re did and I have a 25 hp etec with my gas tank my main battery and accessory battery all in the back debating if I need these or not
I’ve been seeing ppl run the small pods on 42 inch wide transoms. I too was looking into installing, just finally pulled the trigger. I have a 48 inch wide transom. In beaver tails directions. It says to go up to medium pods over 40-46 inch. Im gonna stay with small to have the extra room to turn. I have a 14 foot by 48 inch v hull with a 160 lb surface drive motor on back. These float pods should basically completely offset the weight of the motor to bring it back to sitting how it would basically empty again. I’ll try and check back in once I test them after install!
What paint are you using ?
Did you put these on like a 1448 with a jet on the back?
Can this function on a fiber glass boat , that's stern heavey?
Most bass boat style fiberglass boats have something similar already molded in. I'm not sure how you would install these properly to fiberglass.
What paint did you use? And how did you apply it please?
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Did the pods increase your top speed ?
I haven't had it out yet, plan to next weekend and I can let you know!
Just purchased a 1540 alumacraft, plan on using a 10-20hp Mercury 4 stroke. The bottom of the transom measures 40”, I wanted to add these beaver tail pods but do you think I’d have room for the motor to turn?
It would be a lot tighter in the back, you might not be able to mount a transducer to the transom but the outboard should still fit.
@@mvboutdoors awesome thank you
What is the best spot to put the transducer after the pods are added
I'm actually working that out myself, my plan is to mount it to the side of the pod. That way it will be most protected and the water should be less turbulent.
Just a quick question, what kind of trailer do you used?
It's a Bear trailer that was sold with the boat originally
Did those pods slow you down ? I’m thinking on adding them to 1436 Longtail boat. You think they will slow me down if I mount them correctly?
If mounted correctly they shouldn't slow you down, its the angle that matters most. I didn't notice any speed loss, my speed was right in line for a 25hp and a 1648.
@@mvboutdoors from your knowledge do you Know if it’s okay to mount float pods about 1 inch up from the bottom ? The back of my Transom is 1/4 plate but it doesn’t cover entire thing. So it will be a slight gap on bottom. Just didn’t know if effect anything
what can you do for side to side stability?
Realistically not much. If you want to add floatation foam to the outside of the hull or kaya sponsons you could achieve it but the former will come with a reduction in performance and the latter would need to be deployed as needed. You can google "boat collar" for an example of what I mean. In practice and the long run though, the best option is to just sell your boat and buy one with a large floor width.
What's the gauge of the pods? Doesn't look as thick as the boat's aluminum and I've heard that adding pods makes your steering different like it'll be a longer sweeping turn. Is that true?
I couldn't tell you the gauge, they are Beavertail so they might have specs somewhere. I don't feel impeded with turns -- another criticism I heard before the pods was that it made reversing difficult but I didnt experience that either. Properly installed I've had nothing but great experiences with them.
Wat about turning? Help give stability on turns?
It didn't have a noticeable impact one way or the other with turning.
How would I add small pods from backwater properly mines 14ft v hull aluminum boat
They come with very good instructions, make sure to follow the section about the rise. Imo I would get them welded and have the welder follow the instructions.
Thanks for this video, it helped me decide to get pods on my 16ft mod v jon boat. I have a couple questions though. Firstly, did you experience any porposing? I mounted mine like the photo suggests for semi v boats with the pod being horizontal to top of transom. The instructions say a 1/2 inch rise, which exists on the sides but then as you get to the keel because of the semi v shape they are 3+ inches from the bottom at the back of the pods. I'm experiencing porposing and can only operate full trim down. As soon as I trim up at all I'm bouncing around. Secondy, where do you mount your transducer after adding pods? THANKS!!
where do you mount a transducer after adding pods?
The only time I experience porpoising was when my motor was too low, you may need to raise your motor up or adjust its height up or down with the pods keeping your transom higher in the water now. I mounted my transducer behind the engine.
Did you mount them level with the top of the transom like in the photo provided by beavertail or do they angle slightly downward towards the keel following the slight v shape of the hull? Thanks
@@thupertramp The welder angled it with the hull when it was supposed to be level but the angle was so slight i doublt it made much of a difference either way.
Did the pods hurt your top speed any?
I didn't test before and after to know but the top speed is consistent with the engine and hull size. If it did, it would have maybe been 1-2mph. 26-27mph for a 1648 built up with a 25hp outboard is pretty spot on.
Did they come in a pair for the 300 bucks.... It says only one per package on Amazon
Yes it was the pair, not $300 each
Think these would fit a 12 ft lund aluminum jon boat? Believe 3 feet wide at the bottom
That would be cutting it close but if you go on their website or listing they have the dimensions, you can size it out and see if you'll have the room
Could I use these on a 12ft jhone v hull? I intend to put a 50hp on it it’s 8 now
You would need to measure your transom and see how much room you need for your outboard to turn. There are measurements on the listing (amzn.to/3dBTdMX) for how wide and tall they are. Measure that out and make sure it won't interfere and you should be good to go.
@@mvboutdoors thank you!
New subscriber; I love your videos and appreciate you sharing your knowledge . I’m getting a 14” jonboat with a 9.9 mercury electric start 4 stroke in the back (122 lbs) Do you think there’s any benefit to adding pods for me?
Thanks for subscribing! Pods can definitely help a 14ft with weight balance, even a single rider in the back with an outboard, battery and gas tank can weigh it down. They're not something you have to add immediately so you can always see how it does on the water and add them later if you feel they will help.
Hi..enjoyed your video..just wanted to see if thats a 1648 boat?..wanted to put the same size pods on my 1648...thanks
Yes that's correct, I got them here: amzn.to/3dBTdMX
What brand are the pods you are showing here with the handles and drain plug? I have a G3 1436 aluminum.
It was these here: amzn.to/3dBTdMX
@@mvboutdoors Unfortunately the Otter/Beaver Tail folks and Amazon are out the dealer says maybe stock in May??!! Thanks, know of any out there PLEASE let me know.
@@flgator311 I'll keep an eye out!
@@mvboutdoors I just bought a set from backwater they had the small set in stock for $310
Now how much will the welding cost??
I would add a s Kreen fuel tank sealer to the new pods. Aluminum can get corrosion holes w time-
Right now I have them painted with enamel, I'm not sure I would be able to swirl that around in the inside but maybe a coating on the bottom in the interior would be helpful as well. I'll look into it! Thanks
Never bolt them on
Why no foam?
Foam where?
@@mvboutdoors in the pods i was just wondering i want to put some on my boat i thought you would foam them but that’s why i don’t get payed to think
@@jonathanwombles5004 Ohh, no you leave them hollow, they get sealed up with plugs. Foam would just weigh them down and not help.
@@mvboutdoors thanks
What size pods are they
What size do you think I need my boat is a 17ft Jon boat
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I think they would fit your 17ft fine, this boat is a 1648
If the pods happen to leak over time,foam would keep most of the water out,huh
There is no foam inside the pods, if water did somehow get in there are drains on each one just in case.
Pods are a waste of time. Completely useless