I love it I've been living in a camper for about four and a half years now and I've been thinking about getting a sailboat but I'm slowly starting to go for a pontoon boat something like you are doing that is so badass I can't wait to see the finished product
Looking great! Thanks for sharing. I just finished my 28' pontoon houseboat. I went with composit walls made of plywood, filon and foam board glued together with contact cement. All electrical and plumbing was ran between the ceiling and roof. I went with 12v fridge. Tankless hot water. Marine head. Roof A/C and heat. 8ft x 16ft cabin My toons are 28" and the weight turned out perfect for just two. 60 hp mercury. I plan putting a video together on the build soon. Cheers from Oklahoma
Hey, how well is the contact cement holding up. I was thinking about doing it with the same process. Did you make an aluminum frame? Would love to see a video.
@@evanstaite1474 The contact cement is holding up great. Unfortunately I lost most of the videos I took during the construction. The walls were made with 3/8" ply then at the joints I used 1x6 and at the top and bottom then between the frame I glued in the 3/4" foam board then glued 1/4" paneling then I fiberglassed the joints on the outside. After it was all sanded I glued on the Filon. The overall thickness came to 1 1/2" . I will post a video today of a walkthrough I videoed the other day.
Would love to see your rig! Do you have a walk around video yet? I’m thinking of building one but would love to talk it over with you and see what you would do different and any other important info
Hey Doug very interested in your build, I'm just starting mine. Touring the 30,000 islands next summer hopefully. Would love to discuss build techniques with you.
that looks great. a small detail occured to me. some kind of lights that project onto the sides to keep the boat illuminated at night. I saw you had the regular anchorlite installed I was just thinking more light on the outer walls would be good to prevent accidents and it would also look nice.
Beautiful job man! We just bought a house boat this summer and I want to redo the exterior siding would you mind sharing where you purchased yours? Been looking and having a hard time finding a product that is lightweight and can endure the sun. Thanks in advance!
When you said 22k I was like wow really? But once I seen your framing I understand! With a 90hp she's going to go pretty good that's for sure maybe too good lol I like the windows you found they suit the build well great job overall 👍
It’s a beautiful looking boat if you had to do anything over again what would you have changed I’m in the process of doing research and I think I might start actually building at the end of June
Thanks. I am tempted to say I would make it bigger but then it would be harder to haul on the highway. So I guess I wouldn't change anything. Of course we haven't used it yet. Lol
For myself I would just get professional to ensure no leaks. I just want to use it as a stationary houseboat. Would you say you can just have a contractor build a tiny home on a boat base for our objective? The main thing is safety for living on the marina.
Does that front awning tilt down to provide a front window cover and/ or angel down for better aerodynamics when trailering on the road? Always wanted to build a Houseboat like that. Only my design has side walkways on both sides that pivot off the side upright corners in an "L" fashion with pontoons mounted to the bottom of the left and right "L. The pivot bearing would mount on the corner post about half way up so that the side deck would almost touc the roof in the folded postition. Raised and lowered with winches and cables. That would give it a wider deck and greater stability on the water. Plus be able to be cranked up, to keep it narrow and roadable. The only downside is it they would put the CG up a lot higher when trailering. Always fanticized about running up and down the Mississippi like Huck Finn on it.
Thanks for checking out my build. I used 1-1/2" sq tubing for the walls. The roof is two pieces of the same tube with a 3" piece of flatbar welded between them to make a truss.
Hi Doug, thanks for sharing. We are trying to convert an old party barge into a oyster farming boat. I like your metal frame for the walls and roof. How on Earth did you fix that securely to the floor? Thanks
Thanks for checking my channel out. The walls are sitting on butyl tape for waterproofing and are through bolted. The bolts go through the bottom sill of the walls then through the plywood floor and through the alum floor supports.
I have thought about this. Currently mine are at the same level as outer. Once I see how the boat floats and handles I may drop it a little lower by adding spacers. Do you have first hand experience with them being lower?
@@sawsolutionsinc yes , I just finished a 28 ftr that the center is 2 inches lower and it handles amazing , and on plane it will run 56 mph ! So much better imo. Willing to send pics if you will provide a point of contact
Did you source some of your windows and appliances from a salvaged travel trailer? I'm looking out my window looking at the pontoon boat rotting in my neighbor's backyard and the wheels are turning in my head! 😁
For appliances, the fridge is a used trailer fridge, the water heater is a new one from a surplus trailer place and the stove is a new one someone was selling on marketplace.
I have been thinking about doing the same thing in my design as far as using aluminum for wall studs and roof trusses. The potential cost of aluminum versus other methods is holding me back a bit. If you don't mind sharing, could you give us some information about the cost of all the aluminum?
I will have to look it up. One thing to keep in mind is condensation on the aluminum. I had to put an extra half inch of sm insulation above the ceiling after a change in weather caused excessive condensation to form on the trusses.
@@sawsolutionsinc Interesting point. Do you think that happened due to the different surface texture of the aluminum, versus wood for example? Makes me wonder if, in your case, you would have gotten a similar result (condensation) had you built from wood, but finished the surface smoothly with paint, etc? Looking forward to following your build.
Are you happy with the aluminum framing and your custom roof beams? Everything sturdy and strong still? Do you walk on your roof? I'm putting a together an aluminum order and plan on copying your build. Awesome boat thanks
Yes very happy with the alum studs and roof beams. We do walk on the roof and it is very sturdy. I am building rails for around the roof to make it more comfortable to be up there.
I was wondering if this was doable. It's getting tough to get an RV site at beautiful lakes without booking nearly a year in advance. And then there are the barking dogs, and neighbors that want everyone to listen to their music. I've pretty much grown tired of it and I'm looking for an alternative.
Looks Great! Thank goodness; Someone understands a 6 foot ceiling is good enough. Why have an extra foot or two when you only use it .1% of the time and having tipping and clearance power the other 99.9% of the time. I think they have solar panels that you can walk on if they're installed directly to a solid decking.
I used 2 1-1/2 sq x 1/8 alum tubing with a 2 " x 1/4 web between them. Not sure what kind of capacity they have but my 230 lbs jumping on them didn't make them bounce.
I love it I've been living in a camper for about four and a half years now and I've been thinking about getting a sailboat but I'm slowly starting to go for a pontoon boat something like you are doing that is so badass I can't wait to see the finished product
Looking great! Thanks for sharing. I just finished my 28' pontoon houseboat. I went with composit walls made of plywood, filon and foam board glued together with contact cement. All electrical and plumbing was ran between the ceiling and roof. I went with 12v fridge. Tankless hot water. Marine head. Roof A/C and heat. 8ft x 16ft cabin My toons are 28" and the weight turned out perfect for just two. 60 hp mercury.
I plan putting a video together on the build soon. Cheers from Oklahoma
Hey, how well is the contact cement holding up. I was thinking about doing it with the same process. Did you make an aluminum frame? Would love to see a video.
@@evanstaite1474 The contact cement is holding up great. Unfortunately I lost most of the videos I took during the construction.
The walls were made with 3/8" ply then at the joints I used 1x6 and at the top and bottom then between the frame I glued in the 3/4" foam board then glued 1/4" paneling then I fiberglassed the joints on the outside. After it was all sanded I glued on the Filon. The overall thickness came to 1 1/2" . I will post a video today of a walkthrough I videoed the other day.
@@evanstaite1474 This is the link to my shanty boat. th-cam.com/video/0YysES0gHnk/w-d-xo.html
Would love to see your rig! Do you have a walk around video yet? I’m thinking of building one but would love to talk it over with you and see what you would do different and any other important info
@@aulaelijahhudson7771 Yes check it out. th-cam.com/video/4GJLe9G7zBs/w-d-xo.html
Great Job!! Those roof trusses are so rugged! All ready for the interior!🛳👍
Nice boat. You could also add a top deck space with some minimal railing and a ladder at stern.
comng soon
actually already done just need to make a video
That looks great, can’t wait to see the finished boat.
Very well done so far Sir. Can't wait to see how you finish it out.
Nice build for sure. Looks very nice. Safe travels.
That is a heck of a nice looking boat
Fabulous build, I'm very impressed. Custom built is always better in my opinion..
Nice frame work.
Hey Doug very interested in your build, I'm just starting mine. Touring the 30,000 islands next summer hopefully. Would love to discuss build techniques with you.
Sounds good
that looks great. a small detail occured to me. some kind of lights that project onto the sides to keep the boat illuminated at night. I saw you had the regular anchorlite installed I was just thinking more light on the outer walls would be good to prevent accidents and it would also look nice.
I could add more let's along the sides. I will see if they are Needed when I launch in spring.
Nice job! Can't wait to see the finished product..
Thanks for the view. I have videos of it on the water. More projects being done this winter.
Beautiful job man! We just bought a house boat this summer and I want to redo the exterior siding would you mind sharing where you purchased yours? Been looking and having a hard time finding a product that is lightweight and can endure the sun. Thanks in advance!
When you said 22k I was like wow really? But once I seen your framing I understand! With a 90hp she's going to go pretty good that's for sure maybe too good lol I like the windows you found they suit the build well great job overall 👍
Is this big enough to travsl mississipi safely you think? Idk enough about boats
@@TheAnnoyingBossI don't think size is the issue, more like power and agility, at least pontoons aren't tippy
Fantastic . I will be following your progress ....
Any idea of the weight now or estimated finished please ?
Beautiful Job very neat was that 1/2 plywood or 3/8
Thank you I believe the plywood was 3/8"
Nicely done! Thanks for sharing it with us.
JT
Thanks for watching
It’s a beautiful looking boat if you had to do anything over again what would you have changed I’m in the process of doing research and I think I might start actually building at the end of June
Thanks. I am tempted to say I would make it bigger but then it would be harder to haul on the highway. So I guess I wouldn't change anything. Of course we haven't used it yet. Lol
very nice. I am impressed. thank you for the video
Great job. Looks awesome. This is the smartest thing to do is build it out of aluminum. You have to keep the weight down it makes a huge difference.
I did my best to keep it light. Wish it was even ighter.
Very good job very neat thank you for sharing.
Hey Doug great looking pontoon, where can I get my hands on roof trusses like those?
I bought tubing and flatbar and welded them up myself.
For myself I would just get professional to ensure no leaks. I just want to use it as a stationary houseboat. Would you say you can just have a contractor build a tiny home on a boat base for our objective? The main thing is safety for living on the marina.
Does that front awning tilt down to provide a front window cover and/ or angel down for better aerodynamics when trailering on the road?
Always wanted to build a Houseboat like that. Only my design has side walkways on both sides that pivot off the side upright corners in an "L" fashion with pontoons mounted to the bottom of the left and right "L. The pivot bearing would mount on the corner post about half way up so that the side deck would almost touc the roof in the folded postition. Raised and lowered with winches and cables.
That would give it a wider deck and greater stability on the water. Plus be able to be cranked up, to keep it narrow and roadable. The only downside is it they would put the CG up a lot higher when trailering.
Always fanticized about running up and down the Mississippi like Huck Finn on it.
The awning doesn't move. However the four panels are held in with wings nuts so super quick to remove the panels for a long drive.
I need one for tampa! 😍
Great job, love it!
Awesome build! what size aluminum did you use for the roof and the walls? im currently going to revamp my house boat and make it all aluminum
Thanks for checking out my build. I used 1-1/2" sq tubing for the walls. The roof is two pieces of the same tube with a 3" piece of flatbar welded between them to make a truss.
That right there is quality work at its best.Good job my brother.Will you build me one?lol
Looking pretty awesome 👌
My future build but I want to have big glass windows for day time viewing. Good job 👍
Hi Doug, thanks for sharing. We are trying to convert an old party barge into a oyster farming boat. I like your metal frame for the walls and roof. How on Earth did you fix that securely to the floor? Thanks
Thanks for checking my channel out. The walls are sitting on butyl tape for waterproofing and are through bolted. The bolts go through the bottom sill of the walls then through the plywood floor and through the alum floor supports.
Do you have videos of the wall framing and all that good stuff?
I just have photos of that. Started making videos after. I could do a video of the progress in pictures.
Do u need the 3rd toon?
yes for sure i did add it and it would be too low in the water without it
BEST POSITION FOR CENTER TOON IS LOWER THAN THE OUTERS , MORE EFFECT AND BETTER CORNERING
I have thought about this. Currently mine are at the same level as outer. Once I see how the boat floats and handles I may drop it a little lower by adding spacers. Do you have first hand experience with them being lower?
@@sawsolutionsinc yes , I just finished a 28 ftr that the center is 2 inches lower and it handles amazing , and on plane it will run 56 mph ! So much better imo. Willing to send pics if you will provide a point of contact
@@sanderaadams4991 Doug@sawsolutions.com is my contact 56 mph how big is your motor?
@@sawsolutionsinc 250 mercury optimax pro xs
@@sanderaadams4991 well that explains the 56 mph lol
Did you source some of your windows and appliances from a salvaged travel trailer? I'm looking out my window looking at the pontoon boat rotting in my neighbor's backyard and the wheels are turning in my head! 😁
Yes all the windows are used rv windows.
For appliances, the fridge is a used trailer fridge, the water heater is a new one from a surplus trailer place and the stove is a new one someone was selling on marketplace.
Wow it looks perfect👍😃🇩🇰
I have been thinking about doing the same thing in my design as far as using aluminum for wall studs and roof trusses. The potential cost of aluminum versus other methods is holding me back a bit. If you don't mind sharing, could you give us some information about the cost of all the aluminum?
I will have to look it up. One thing to keep in mind is condensation on the aluminum. I had to put an extra half inch of sm insulation above the ceiling after a change in weather caused excessive condensation to form on the trusses.
@@sawsolutionsinc Interesting point. Do you think that happened due to the different surface texture of the aluminum, versus wood for example? Makes me wonder if, in your case, you would have gotten a similar result (condensation) had you built from wood, but finished the surface smoothly with paint, etc? Looking forward to following your build.
@@sawsolutionsinc Hey Doug. Did you ever come up with a rough figure for the aluminum in the build?
@@_onesimpleidea looks like I spent $2000 on alum framing
What did you go with for aluminum interior framing? 1 1/2" square tubing?
Exactly
Are you happy with the aluminum framing and your custom roof beams? Everything sturdy and strong still? Do you walk on your roof? I'm putting a together an aluminum order and plan on copying your build. Awesome boat thanks
Yes very happy with the alum studs and roof beams. We do walk on the roof and it is very sturdy. I am building rails for around the roof to make it more comfortable to be up there.
I was wondering if this was doable. It's getting tough to get an RV site at beautiful lakes without booking nearly a year in advance. And then there are the barking dogs, and neighbors that want everyone to listen to their music. I've pretty much grown tired of it and I'm looking for an alternative.
This is pretty much why I started the build. Crown land camping spots are always a mess and you can't book a good Provincial park site.
Looks Great! Thank goodness; Someone understands a 6 foot ceiling is good enough. Why have an extra foot or two when you only use it .1% of the time and having tipping and clearance power the other 99.9% of the time.
I think they have solar panels that you can walk on if they're installed directly to a solid decking.
Awesome job!
Go Doug!!!
Where did you source the bottom of the House boat from (pontoon)
I got a damaged pontoon for looney toones marina in sault st Marie ontario. It is new but was dented up.
Great job, what's the running cost so far ?
I was doing a good job keeping track until recently. I estimate around $22,000 canadian.
@@sawsolutionsinc Keep up the good work can't wait to see the finished product.
What are the specs for those roof trusses?
I used 2 1-1/2 sq x 1/8 alum tubing with a 2 " x 1/4 web between them. Not sure what kind of capacity they have but my 230 lbs jumping on them didn't make them bounce.
Very nice
Spread poon toons further apart for walking around,,the outside
Pretty 🤩
Excellent
Awesome
Cool!
Hey can I give you a call? I’m thinking of doing the same thing and would love to talk it over with you. It would be extremely helpful
👍👍
I need one these
Huge mistake using pine as the trim! Should have used PVC of composite!