Jon Boat Solo Launch: Boat Launch by Yourself
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- Опубликовано: 14 окт 2024
- This is a short video of how I launch my 1436 jon boat by myself.
This particular boat ramp is very flat and the water was high so I did have to back it up further than usual.
Some of this may not apply to people with big boats or depending on the style of the boat ramp that you use.
This boat is light and also has a slick bottom coating on it made by Wetlander, so I have to be extra careful that the boat does not slide off the trailer when maneuvering around the boat ramp area.
That is the reason for the guide poles and keeping it attached to the winch.
Any questions, please put them down in the comments and I will get back to you as soon as possible.
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I have launched my bass boat (19 ft SKEETER) 16ft deep V Smokercraft duck boat etc.... It is an art. I have people at the ramp say "Hey, I will help you" I always tell them I GOT THIS. I have LED lights so they don't blow in the water. Great VID My friend...
Thank you Jimmy! Good idea on the LED lights. I'm going to look into getting some, and yeah, it did take me some time to learn, especially if it's different trailer sizes. They all back different so you just have to get use to the trailers you tow. Thank you for the support again Jimmy!
JT where u at bro? The world needs more videos from you
Haha I appreciate that! At this point in time, I'm hoping to get back in the swing of things before the end of the year... we'll see! Thank you for taking the time to leave a comment 👊
that truck is badass
Having huge problems getting my long tail in/out of the ramps blinds and docks lately. Typically I don’t mind putting the waders on and just guiding it in and out by hand. However last time I did, a ramp was slick with algae. I fell 3 times but managed not to smack off anything hard on the way down. Not to mention the time the lake came up and there was no way to touch bottom in waders… and 20 mph winds to boot.
I’ve been looking over some videos trying to find a way to safely incorporate a hinging deck and my trolling motor. I need the storage space otherwise I can’t get to my troller at all. I need the troller to get me in and out without dying or hitting somebody else’s boat.
Trying to get back on the trailer without guides in a cross wind has also been an experience. Wondering if that’s the right move to fix loading.
I know all of this could be fixed with an outboard but then I go back to paying several hundred dollars and having potential engine failure because… it’s an outboard.
Anyway I came to the old YT to get some inspiration. Thanks for the help.
I wish you the best. I know the PVC guides really helped me out. The only reason I walk it on is that I want my bunks to last as long as possible. If you didn't care about that, then put the trailer in just far enough to motor the boat up onto the bunks so you don't have to get in the water at all. The ramp is mostly sand where I am so there's no slipping or falling hazard and it's Florida so the weather is never too cold to get a little wet. For small jon boats, I wouldn't choose anything else. Longtail is the way to go from my experience.
Really nice! The bottom of the steering wheel tip is what I do as well
Thank you! That tip always comes to mind when things just aren't clickin haha
@@JTgatoring same here!
I love that moustache.
Thanks for the video. And nice truck!
Hey, thank you! 😁
Nice truck and exhaust!
Thank you!! I do enjoy it
great tips man!
Thank you RVO!!
Nice video and boat! Subbed!
Thank you MAGICYAKER!
I always make sure I plug the boat before leaving the house just so I don't forget while rushing at the over crowded ramps
Same here. It just too easy to forget if you get flustered at the ramp.
Good tips ! Are boat ramp is hard to get in that one’s nice. I just got a 1751 Jon. Had roller bucks. I wasn’t a fan seemed to put to much pressure on 12 little wheels to I did 10 foot 2x4 bunks. You think that’s well supported? For the hull. It also has the little wheel up front like yours.
If you have sealed waterproof lights you can leave them hooked as they are made to be used on boat trailers
They should be sealed. When I wasn't unplugging them I was having the bulbs burn out. Since I've been unplugging them I haven't had an issue so maybe they are no longer waterproof or something else is at play
I really like the way you launch the boat. I noticed your blue rope had some kind of hitches in them. What was that for and how did you do it? Thank you!
BobbyC
Hey Bobby C, that is called a "chain sinnet" that is the way I store my rope. It shortens the rope so it is easier to handle and when it is needed, the rope will pull free and I can stop it whenever I need. If you search that phrase on youtube you will find how-to videos on it. Thank you for taking the time to leave your feedback!
@@JTgatoring Thanks! 👍
I appreciate the diagram, as the "steer from the bottom of the wheel in the direction you want the trailer to go" was not that easy to learn the hard way.
Haha, very true. I was lucky enough to have learned that way and it made it much easier. Also playing with trailer toys and learning early helped me picture it too
Let's have a video on that F150.
Haha if you're into it, I'll make one. Give me some topics you want to be covered
@@JTgatoring Do a tour of the truck with some basic info. Year, miles, how you got it, what you like, what you don't like about it. Take it for a spin, just a basic car review. ThatDudeinBlue does a really good job of car reviews if you want some other info
@@sls4009 I'll take a look at ThatDudeinBlue and I'll make one on the ole f150
i was thinking of doing one with a jet boat
There you go. I am not familiar with a jet boat. I'm sure it could be different
Yo are you sticking with backwater or are you going back to sps
Hey Clarence, this was the last day I had the Backwater kit on. This was the first day I ran it after going through the engine and it still vibrated too much for me, so I am now going to put the swamp runner back on the same engine and if it runs as normal, then I know the backwater kit was the source of the vibration. I would favor the swamp runner over the backwater kit for what I use the boat for.
Just discovered your great channel! I have a chance at picking up a 1436 just like yours. I weigh 220 lbs. and intend to use it in river basins and easy rivers in Washington St. . I am asking your opinion on the 6.5 or 13 Predator on a Swamp Runner Kit? I am not looking for speed, just ample power. I will be with a 2nd person and gear. Money is not an issue. Also, do you think an electric start is worth having? Do you think I need a larger Jon Boat? Thanks, Jim
Hey Jim, thank you for the support! I weigh 150 pounds 1436 jon boat and a stock 13hp engine. I get 20 mph. With a 220 pound guy in the boat with me, I get 17 to 18 mph. If you have the ability too,. A 1436 jon boat can only handle, and is best, with a 13hp engine. If you were riding solo and light, you could run the 6.5hp engine. I ran the 6.5hp for a little and got 14mph. If you are able to, and its not too much of a price jump, the 1542 riveted jon boat by tracker is a popular option for a two-person setup. The 1542 is best paired with the 22hp predator engine. If its two guys that are over 200 pounds each, I would go with the bigger 1542 rig and the 22hp engine. You could put the 13hp on there but I don't know how it would perform.
Thanks for your insight! Do you think I would need the 100 inch tail with the Tracker 1542 and the 22 hp? @@JTgatoring
@@jimnash526 Yes, but the longtail kit that fits with the 22hp engine should come standard with the 100" shaft
I try to avoid that ramp and just pay for the State Park ramp. I like your boat with the long shaft.
I have not used the state park ramp yet. I need to give it a try and thank you Keith!
You'd be surprised by the number of people that don't know how to launch a boat. 👍
Yeah, I don't encounter too many people at the boat ramp. I learned with the hand on the bottom of the wheel and I wouldn't be able to teach anyone any other way.
The way I usually do it I tie one end of rope to bow of boat and the other to the back of boat trailer,,everything else is unhooked and untied,,back it in the water with a bump of the brake the boat slides off,,give it a sec,,,then pull up gently ,,get out of the truck pull your boat to the desired location to go park your truck,,never get your feet wet,,,not wanting to make it a pissn contest,,your idea works,,just throwing another idea out there
Good idea! I have done that with bigger boats and it works great. I'm just cautious with doing it on this boat since it has the slick bottom on it. Thank you for adding that, I appreciate your input!!
do you travel on the road with the trolling motor on the mount?
I do not. Its a simple clamp on trolling motor so I just store inside my truck and then put it on at the ramp and then take it back off when I go to leave. It has a quick disconnect for the electric
What size boat is it
1436 riveted jon boat
Hey JT is there any chance I can reach you by phone?
I’m fixing to buy two Jon boats and had some tech questions
If you want to send me them through email, I'll give you my best answers. That way you have them to refer too. jtgatoring@gmail.com
@@JTgatoring ok I sent you a email thanks bud I really appreciate it.
I also really enjoy your videos they are great. You might be able to add another informational video addressing my personal concerns that I sent you the email about if you don't already have a video I missed that answers those questions.
@@chrisv.8667 Hey just replied to ya. It would be a good topic to go over and I've been meaning to go over boat design and what to expect with a jon boat. It can just get really in-depth and I'm trying to get all that material in a shorter period.
Why so many props??
They've just added up after testing out the different mud motor kits. They are aluminum props and so it is good to have a backup one, but I still haven't broken a prop yet.
Is there anyone in the world that actually needed this video?
Yes, I did
What is your purpose for hunting down a alligator ( 1 alligator ) ???
Are you eating the gator or is killing one just for sport to say you killed one. Why do you use a fishing rod to get a gator ?? I have known people to use a treble hook to bring the gator closer but to use a fish pole ?? No way.
Hey Darlene, there are a couple of videos on this channel that show the entire process and the reasoning behind it. There are many reasons for doing it; the alligator is a source of food, it provides a great usable leather, I enjoy the hunt, and the state says it helps manage the population. The fishing rod has a treble hook on it attached with fishing line which allows for casting the treble hook a great distance to be able to snag the alligator.