Poor Man's Triple Motor 12 Foot Center Console Bass Boat
ฝัง
- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 3 ธ.ค. 2019
- I call this boat the Intruder12X3. It's crazy. It's stupid. It's ridiculous. It's just plain fun. This boat is not meant to be practical. Or super fast. Although it jumps on plain very quickly! For me, it is a proof of concept. That I could put three motors on the back of a small boat. I would've put four 2.6 outboards on it, but those little motors don't have reverse. And part of the allure of this build is how I can make this boat spin on a dime by putting one outside motor in forward and the other side motor in reverse. It acts just like my 31ft Chris Craft :^D
I laughed a lot while outfitting this boat. Groaned a lot during the lengthy filming and editing of this video. Spent a ton of money pursuing this asinine en devour. Yet, I would do it again for the laughs! I hope you enjoyed watching as much as I enjoyed making it all happen.
Something tells me this won't be the last time I do something stupid like this. Thanks for the views and for encouraging me to live life to the fullest!
-Marty Zoffinger
Many thanks also to Pelican for all they have done for me over the years.
And to King Starboard for both making a great product and for believing in me.
And to Todd for providing me with tons of Starboard scraps and screws and tools and for putting up with my hijinks.
Not least, thanks to you to my Patrons, both to my kayak rental business and to those that contribute via Patreon. You really help me live this dream everyday. - กีฬา
"Directions?"
"I don't need directions!"
😃😂😅😉
This is hardly a "poor man's" version. You've got a fortune in time, starboard and other stuff invested. Overall I'm impressed with the workmanship and the ideas you used.
My comment exactly. Nothing poor about this build....
Yeah
Well yeah when you compare it to a canoe. But compared to a regular triple engine center consul it’s pretty cheap.
Poor people have unlimited free time, so they have all the time to make things like this.
I was completely mesmerized by this man's ingenuity and dedication. I managed a high tech electro-mechanical laboratory for decades, and I wished I had 10 of him , this man is a "doer" , a self starter, and a genius.
The amount of work that went into this is impressive. I was not expecting it to be so well made to be honest.
He said it himself, its not about practicality. Its about following his heart. Excellent execution on this. Man has a gift for using accessible tools and materials to turn ideas into a functioning reality. Round of applause.
I'm gonna be 74yo this Sept and I have lived my entire life on my own parallel path. Kudos to you, sir!! Enjoy your ride!!!
@@terryisaac8195 α
I have great respect for how this guy can home engineer all the intricate items to make this moderately complex project come to life!!!
Even if two engines fail he still has a third to keep going.
"Who else actually watched the whole thing?"
I DID!!
Nice work pal, you did one heck of a job!!
i did!
Me
Me too.
Me three
i did..fun stuff i liked it.
This has to be one of my favorite builds on TH-cam, super entertaining and educational. Great video man!
Big respect on how clean and factory issued it appears. The ×3 logos really sold the look and were very cool.
I don’t know how anyone can downvote this guys hustle, intelligence, and drive if anything at all. The effort this took. Much love man.
I was thinking "Evil Genius", or "Nutty Professor", but I like it too!
Down voted cause he used wood. I would have used aluminum.
Because there are people out there that just can't appreciate the simple things...that is the world we live in. 👎 I have caught a few of his videos now and each time I do...he makes me want to do the same damn thing. lol
@@NorthCountryBoyz no its the fact that the video itsself is a waste of time. I fst forwarded to the part where he admits and finally realized a 15hp would have saved a lot of time and money with better results.
t money let me head over to your channel and see how you do shit. Oh wait, I see you don’t do anything.
TH-cam needs a "love" button, not just a "thumbs up."
Ephraim Caangay ......it also needs a “Dumbass Idea” button too. Maybe a “Got Too Much Time and Money To Waste” button might be handy. How about a “I’m Gonna Charge The Hell Out Of My Customers So I Can Waste Time and Their Money” button that would be nice.
@@robertlangley258 why the fuck did you feel the need to watch something for 48 minutes just to write a shitty comment just dont get it
Robert Langley actually a hate button to be specific
@@robertlangley258 heres the dumbass
Man I watched this whole build! I could not take my eyes away from it, all the cool linkages and throttle system alone was fantastic! A true custom build! This video is great and I enjoyed the process I gotta see another one!
Honestly the best part of these insane builds is that no one is ever going to reproduce them but the innovation that comes from them helps us craft ideas for our own kayaks and small craft ... I mean the tackle box on the side ehhh I usually take more tackle than my damn body weight but in terms of building safe structurally sound this is the man to watch thanks again for a great video.... and to the no music ... after building a baby gas monster maybe a little smoke on the water by deep purple
This has to be the coolest thing I’ve seen built in a while
I really like that you use time-lapse instead of cutting between operations. That alone made me appreciate your hard work so much more!
This was fun!
High value entertainment and learning--10/10...EZ to listen to...Cool to give your friend Mark some YT time and let him share a lesson! Long and good health to you and yours!
Sweet thanks for sharing. It's soooo satisfying when you finally get to see your projects come to reality. Great work
Well YES, this was one of TH-cam's better recommendations. Started by thinking "so what's this all about" and ended with me watching the whole video.
You're right to do what you did, I've never seen anything like that boat before.
Cheers.
But what are the advantages to having three Over having just one stronger motor? I'm missing the point. Did he hust have some extra engins laying around?
@@TheNo1redrooster probably no advantage! and no, he bought extra engines just to do this.
Someday there will be a Zoffenger museum displaying all the radical transformations. Awesome video!
Just found this channel, absolutely love it. Deep respect for the adaptability and creativity involved in hopping up lesser things to become greater. Good on you, will be watching.
I love how this man does not wear shoes at all while working. Even while around sharp objects he just doesn’t care.
I wasn’t worried about the sharp stuff, but rather getting sawdust between his toes-been there. 😂🤣
I generally only fully watch when I plan on taking on a similar project. I have absolutely no desire to do anything like this, but could not stop watching. Great job. Great detail. I learned a lot.
This is why I watch YT.
"I had plans to stiffen it up". That's what she said :)
Ok
I swear
I’m normally clicking threw videos like this
Awesome build.
I'm a STEM Coordinator at a school and this is a perfect example of "why build it?" "Because I want to"
Kudos- never lose that spirit.
My stem is about plants and globally warming I would rather have that type of stem
Sooo STEM is pretending to be about Engineering but it's really about Social Justice and hating straight white men. In fact STEM diversity has lowered academic standards. Did I get that right?
Could not stop watching! Love the creativity and learned alot about modifying boats. Got some great ideas. Wont be able to accomplish anything like that but just wow!
Artistry taken to the next level! I was mesmerized by the attention to detail! Well done!
Marty just posted a 48minute video... Let me grab the popcorn and throw this up on the big screen!
If Marty had been part of the crew on the Flight of the Phoenix they would have been back in the air in under an hour!
@@piths1942 kudos to you piths1942......best comment award goes to you.
Weekend Pirate YESSIR
Fuck Ya!
You are not the sharpest knife in the draw, are you?
I like this guy hes not trying to be famous on youtube hes just trying to entertain people
Absolutely love the idea of multiple low HP motors on a small boat. Terrific on so many levels - reliability, power, etc. That specific hull might not be the best choice but best or not, it's done and fun. Another example of the difference between making and engineering... that bow splash, yo... but I love the sound of three 5s purring 👍👍👍
Is it just me or is it super satisfying when he drills and installs stuff in time lapse
Since I was a kid my friends called me MacGyver but I ain't got nothing on you that was truly a MacGyver build awesome job
your engineering was fantastic...not everyone can do that
Barry Green it really was a hack job
Lowie De wind lmao i bet you could totally do it buddy
Lowie De wind that bamboo fencing made me laugh like!!!
Some people are starving, and some people have 3 outboards on their boat...
driver seat is a bit too far forward, resulting in a bit nose heavy, unless he plans to carry more weight in back.
One of the funnest videos I’ve watched in a long time. Besides the whole build creativity and innovations, I love the filming techniques, especially the sense of humor. Such A breath of fresh air here on TH-cam.
Great Carl Sagan impression 🤣✌👍
What a fantastic remake of your boat. Great plan,ingenuity, workmanship, detail, and final product. Thanks for shareing.
I’m a simple man I see mad scientist Marty post a 48 minute video I watch
LOL
"Its always fun adding your own little personal touches to a boat." Proceeds to just completely overhaul the boat from top to bottom lol. Looks great man.
Love the adult skills with the heart and desire of a stubborn 15 year old! Not practical, but a lot of fun no doubt. I’ve been guilty of similar silliness in projects. All good! Enjoyed your video.
Job well done! The majority of people could not pull off a build like this, so thanks for sharing the talent!
DAMN!!!! i was so into the video i failed to realize that it was 48 minutes! GREAT JOB BRO!
Same here!
Me too.... Tempus Fugit..
45:38 “I understand that this is not practical...” To me that’s reason enough to do it. Thanks for the awesome build video.
Lots of great things have happened after words like that have been spoken.
Amazing project dude, I always get impressed with your creations and like always full of details and how to's!!!
This was suggested again and I watched it again. Just as fun to watch the second time!
Wouldn’t call it a “poor mans boat”, but this is the coolest thing I have ever seen anyone do to a small boat! New sub now
Agreed but definitely affordable and fun. Will attract alot of men lmao
I second that kevin very cool
Lol.. affordable.. all boats are affordable when bought used.. the problems come in the name.. BOAT... brake out another thousand... everything boating related is marked up 3 times the price stuff should be... but the initial boat, unless buying a new one, wont break the bank by any means.. ive got 3 grand total in my fiberglass flat top 22’ bass boat with a 100hp on it and got all the bells n whistles on it but everytime i wanna bring it out no matter what it costs me at least 100$ a day... i guess if you had a little jon boat and makeshift troller on it than woukdnt cost ya anything to take it out.. or cost much... taxes can be a whale also...
And this is exactly how some of the greatest inventions that we have today came about, just some guy like Marty in his garage using his Heart, his knowledge, his tools, money and the guts to go ahead and do it resulting in him building his dream, Nice work Marty. Never give up on anything that you dream of and really feel that you can do it, Much respect for what you even try to attempt in the future, keep up the good work, one day one of your ideas is going to make you very wealthy. Sure there are a lot of other triple engine boats out there but this one was your own build on a much smaller scale than the other big expensive boats out there and a lot of us regular guys who works 40 hrs a week and are not very wealthy we could afford something nice like this. Like you said, It should be called the poor man's triple engine dream, It's different and probably could be very affordable if you ever decided to really get into these small triple engine smaller boats. P.S. Electric star would be very nice or it could be an option? The end result was just fantastic, I loved it. You should really think about producing more of these boats??
It’s considered a poor mans boat because it’s a bass boat. And I don’t know about you but I own a 26ft skeeter with a mercury 300 I bought it used but the MSRP was 93k so yeah this is a poor mans bass boat. And we’re not even going to talk about my offshore Baja race boat way way way more then the bass boat and it was bought new.
Dude I have NO IDEA how I even ended up here but this is waaaaay too cool.. I was so excited when the boat hit the water at a whopping 30 mph.. or so it seemed.. I’m now a full time fan..
i think i ended up her by watchin Beam.NG drive since someone did a truck to get 4450 HP V16 enegine
You did a great job , so inspiring , I wish you all the luck with your projects.
My wife and friends don’t understand why leave well enough alone, always tinkering and modifying. It’s just something in my heart as well. For the joy fit. Practical or not. Thanks for this build. I may have to do one inspired from yours.
Joking around...
Wouldn't it be hilarious if we put 3 5hp Coleman's on a Pelican Jon boat!
Marty...
Hold my beer!
Lol...
🤣
*It was all fun and games until Pulambe mentioned the wrecked Tesla in his neighbor's backyard.*
Now that is a fantastic idea. And will be fun just to see the heads turn at the docks and in mini bass tournaments!
This is the quality custom builds we wish we could all find on marketplace
I don't skip any of the details, I watched your entire video without blinking, very inspiring. but all this, backed up with engineer ideas and also complete equipment. and work ethic. even if you say it's crazy, but i say it's amazing, the idea of changing something and executing it is the real act of how we live life. may God bless your business and all your hard work which is an inspiration to others.
impressive !!
God bless
greetings from Indonesia
Great video of an outstanding project. I learned a lot from watching such a talented builder! Wish you the best on all of your future endeavors.
People either get it or they don’t.
I get it! Good work! The proof will be everyone asking you about that boat when they see it on the water... There could be ten $50,000 boats all around and people will be asking about your boat guaranteed.
@Doug Mooney there you go again Bug Lonely......You really are one miserable git..... again, that's why you have the grand sum of three subscribers......ha ha ha...
So cool My Father and I do shit like this when I was a kid. I miss that.
Dick Tejano Dad you finally found me 🤩 lol I did it with a jet boat 4 horsepower four stroke long shaft
I grew up in Miami putting me close to home built boats and buggies of dozens of different shapes and sizes. I must say
watching your thought process and then building it,putting it in the water and operating successfully was brilliant. You're truly awesome 👌. Thanks for the time and trouble you went to for your viewers. You're right about the 115 HP. I'd love to see that. #1 Airboat Man
I think he means one 15hp as opposed to three 5hp. Not a 115 hp...
It is so cool seeing a person With hands-on making items so cool
I have never watched a video that was even half as long as this one and I watched the entire thing from start to finish and didnt even realize how long it was until it was over.
Your DYI skills are on point. Don't apologize for anything. I was really impressed with some of the ideas that you had to come up with to make things work and you actually helped me solve one of the problems that I have on a project. Thank you for sharing. You might well be the first channel that I have ever subscribed too.
I gotta admit....this guy has alot more talent than I thought!!
I'm usually not the one giving comments on YT but this time.. holy. You motivate me to rethink about my outboard conversion since creating a somewhat sturdy bracket seems to be pretty easy (and I "converted" the Volvo 290 Z Drive hole into a older series hole, which is somewhat smaller in size with doubling up the transom plate thickness). There are some to buy already but here in Europe it's not that common as it is in the USA. Huge respect for your work and appreciate your time to make such an awesome video!
This video is my first introduction to your channel and having worked in the boating industry 40 years I thoroughly enjoyed it
You are like the Bob Vila of BOATS. I enjoyed every minute of that video. Thanks for sharing.
Imagine just being able to buy a truck load of kayaks/boats, definitely something i didnt think i would be seeing this soon on your channel. Great work
Brilliant build. Screw practicality, its super cool, looks amazing, and you went out of your comfort zone just to build what you envisioned. Very inspiring and extremely clever project. Great video, and done with standard shop tools.... love it.
WOW! all the little work that went into this project that we didn't see! Amazing job with a very positive message at the end! Keep following your heart buddy
All three motors running together sounds mean!
especially to fish!
It's all about the cool factor. This is one of a kind, I would without a doubt drive this unit!
Your ingenuity and craftsmanship is nothing short of amazing! Bravo! With respect and admiration!
Dude - I enjoyed the build, but, major props for the ending commentary at 45:51. Wow, that was truly from the heart and inspiring - Thank you!
Having lived in South Louisiana for 8 years, I knew you had to be a Cajun when I saw the thumbnail. Much respect for your fabrication skills and persistence. Starboard rocks!
I like this person, he show that you dont need everything so big, he shows a WEARY god skill. I like him.
it looks like from a factory.
What the hell is a weary god skill?
you are an inspiration. It is high time I got back to my wooden boat build that has been years in the making and was going to be a sailing vessel but now an electric duel minn kota. craft as My wife and I just bought a cottage on the Erie canal in upstate NY. Boat speed is 10 miles per hour max but I will use all of it for the build. Thanks and the plastic bits look fantastic.
Love the sounds and the lack of music so much better wit no music and hearing what you are doing and planning. Thanks for a great video, way cool boat!
I gotta tell you, this was a very cool video to watch. It's nice to see someone with the engineering skills, the savvy and the chops to make an idea turn into reality. The video was very entertaining to watch and I can see how you have 173K followers to this channel. The quality of the video along with the production of it is high quality, fun and very informative in the thought process of the project from the very beginning. It draws you in and wants to make you watch the video to see how the project all comes to fruition. For someone that just stumbled onto your channel for the first time, I wanted you to be aware of what I found so likeable about it. Well done in how you pulled this off. Very well done indeed. I really enjoyed watching this.
Because I can. That's why.
Please do! You are the best 😁
zoffinger this was hilarious dude i love this lol
That's the most ridiculous thing I've seen this week.
I'm glad you did.
I clicked on the video then realized, Holy Crap, this 48 minutes long! Marty, It wasn't long enough to cover what you accomplished with this build. Congrats!
Hey Marty, if you rent me that one, I'll buy a ticket right now! Fire up the bbq bro!
The TH-cam Algo sent me here. I generally do not watch videos over 9 mins - but YOU Mesmerized me. I watched the whole to its entirety (with only three whiskey drinks) lol
Just outstanding craftsmanship! Lots of fun to watch! Great job!
The sound of the 3 motors is really great. The whole work is well thought out and you pay attention to the details. I like it!
MARTYS BACK!
And dang, what a cool idea.
Always inspiring, thanks Marty
Time, money and ingenuity. Nice to have all 3. Time and money get in most peoples way.
At the beginning I was like "why" then the end I was "wow that's awesome" pretty cool build mate...
Love this style of speed editing, you see everything and its less teadious.
I listened to my heart one time and she took off with everything I owned.
yeah 3 kids later here i am lol
That's wasn't your heart you were listening too..
😂😂😂
😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂
Loser
I love the no shoes but proceeds to wear Safety glasses! 🤣 the craftsmanship exquisite!
I was glued to this video. Amazing DIY ingenuity!
Change out the props for a higher pitch ones, you’ve got 3 motors on the back so the acceleration loss shouldn’t be a concern
I was thinking the same thing. He could easily go up an inch or two in pitch.
Put that lost torque to use on high end.
I was going to post the same thing, go to higher pitch props!
No the concern is engine RPM the prop is the engine governor....
killing old growth since 1977 not too sure what you mean
First, this is probably one of the few YT DIY videos I actually watched all the way through.
Second...man, that is a fantastically clever and unique build.
Excellent work.
I learned a skill or two along the way and your video is also well done.
I don't live far away, maybe I will see you on the water someday.
Bravo! ✌️
Great job, I love the fact you make sure things are safe, not many do that
Perfect illustration of a man having a lot of fun! I love this stuff!
The best part of this is that their is no music
there*
Im at 47:07 and i hear some
defo music
so true!
Still an amazing ass video you cant lie...
I just wanted to say that the truck driver backed in beautifully!
Jon R. Were you the truck driver?
I also got caught up admiring that back up job
He missed the first attempt. Had to do a pull up.
Took him five attempts...
@@Dukemoney63 its a semi truck
Brilliant and very specific on modifying the intruder boat ⛵ Keep it up bro, cheers Mike
Great project I always appreciate your attention to detail keep it up!
Wow...I’m more impressed with you actually taking it on and sticking with it then anything else. Good work man!
No CAD machine could ever match the power of Marty’s eyeball.
I enjoyed this video from start to finish. Thank you for introducing the King Plastic Board to me. I will have so many uses for this board. I found a local supplier here. Be well and continue to follow your heart!
I'm impressed. That's the kind of boat you cut in half and have two boats. Great job
Poor mans? This guy seems rich with ingenuity and creativity to me!
I can honestly say that I never thought I’d make it through the entire video. What an incredibly ridiculous build, I loved it. Amazing problem solving skills and it didn’t sink!
I'm following you now, love watching you build crazy stuff and learning from it.
Thanks for showing us even stupid ideas can be a lot of fun , and sometimes that's what really matters in the end . Bravo !
No idea how this got in my feed (I don’t even own a boat), but this dude’s my friggin HERO!!! 👏👏👏👏
Take a ‘bow,’ good sir!! 🤘🤘
I watched it all and was fascinated by the clever adaptations of materials and workmanship. Takes a certain mind to do this.. great job
Absolutely awesome quality workmanship and fun build ...
I will say too which I didn't in my last comment. This is amazing that you did all of this by yourself and engineered that cable throttle to go to the front with the handles that is awesome. You put so much time into this and I'm so glad for you that you got the appropriate amountbof views for this video that was so painstakingly pit together. I would live to do this to my little bass buggy I have that's plastic and made the exact same way that boat is. It's smaller so I would only do probably 1 10hp motor but it would be awesome to have that thing going stupid speeds but still be stable and float so well like I know this thing does. I haven't seen til the end but I can't wait to see this thing going on the water!