Q & A

Where can I find that GPS system for trolling motors?

You can check it out and pre-order if you’d like here https://tbnation.net/products/autoboat-com-gps-marinizado-ancora

Do you have Float Pods for the 1432 Jon Boats?

Yes, we do have float pods available in our store, they can be either screwed or welded on 1432 your Jon boat. Product link:FLOAT PODS - BOLT ON

Do you have a kit for the Sun Dolphin Pro 120?

Yes, it's not officially listed yet but we do have them. You can contact [email protected] for further details.

How much is your Lite Skiff?

They are around $3500 if you pick them up. Shipping is around 600. Product link:MILHA LITE SKIFF - 13' ROTOMOLDED BOAT

Will the manual jack plate work on that motor with 16’ excel f4 with a 2022 Merc 50hp on it?

Yes, the large manual will handle up to a 90hp weight. Product link:ONTHEFLY JACKPLATE - MANUAL

Can I pitch all the wood and do aluminum and deck it foam for my bass tracker pro V17?

Yes, just attached them thorougly with screws.

Which kit is best for a 1236 Jon boat?

The 1436 Jon boat weekend warrior kit. Product link:JON BOAT BUILD KIT 1436, 1448, 1542

Can I put a deck extension on my bass boat?

We don't have pre-made deck extensions. You can buy some angle and sheet material on the website and make a deck extension.

I bought the 1436 frame kit, what size drill bit and counter sink I need to buy?

You can use the 3/16 drill bit. Harbor freight counter sink. Product link:RIVETS

On the XL catfish Livewell how many gallons is it?

The Catfish Livewell is 46.5 gallons. Product link:LIVEWELL - XL CATFISH SIZE WITH DIVIDER

Does your shop modify customer Jon boats or sell them already modified?

Yes, our shop in Ilinois does modify and sell already modified Jon boats.

I have a 2012 Crestliner Kodiak 16 SC carpeted boat and I'm looking at replacing the carpet. Do you have kits for this boat?

We do not have kits for this boat. You have two options. You can purchase sheets on our website to lay yourself or you can bring the boat to one of our two locations to get scanned.

Do you have a kit for 2012 Crestliner Kodiak?

We do not have kits for this boat. You have two options. You can purchase sheets on our website to lay yourself. Or You can bring the boat to one of our two locations to get scanned.

Do you make a trolling motor bracket specifically for small deep v aluminum boats? I have a 14 ft Klamath I am trying to figure out how to mount a motor on.

We do not, but we usually make a Bow plate to mount the trolling motor to the Bow Plate Builder Kit. Product link:. BOW PLATE BUILDER KIT

Does the 1436 Weekend warrior kit come with everything to build a sub floor or is that another kit I have to buy?

The 1436 Weekend Warrior kit will come with everything even for the subfloor portion. Product link:JON BOAT BUILD KIT 1436, 1448, 1542

Does trim and tilt come with switches and wires to activate the PT-35 model?

It does come with a small switch and wiring harness!. Product link:. CMC PT-35 TILT AND TRIM JACKPLATE FOR UP TO 35 HP

What's the smallest bolt on float pods you make?

The smallest size of float pods we offer are 20 x 10 x 10. Product link:FLOAT PODS - BOLT ON

What kind of hardware do I need to secure the aluminum transom kit to my aluminum Jon boat?

You will need stainless steel bolts, nuts, and washers. Usually, we use 1/4 - 20. Product link:. ALUMINUM TRANSOM REPLACEMENT KIT

How much of a gap should I leave between lids and deck? I’m going to be putting in turf. 1/4” all around?

The turf sits on top, so I would do 1/4" on hinge side and 1/8" on the other sides.

Does the 120 ah 48 volt battery and charger kit come with mounting hardware for the battery?

The battery and charger do not come with mounting hardware for the onboard charger or the battery.Product link:. HI-POWER 48V LITHIUM BATTERY PACKS

How do I figure out what year and model my Aluminum Craft V Hull boat there are not stickers just an aluminum craft logo?

There should be a VIN plate somewhere on the transom that you might be able to look up. Other than that, it will be difficult to figure out.

Do you have any kits for the American 12 by Sundolphin?

We are working on one now. It's not fully completed yet, though. We have the flooring portion completed but are working no the decking part.

Is the wireless top Mount also able to be wired with the communication cable?

Yes, it is able to be hard-wired. We recommend hard-wiring it. We have herd of issues where coming into a crowded area the Bluetooth signal can get lost, making the throttle unresponsive.

What is the transom height of the Milha boat?

15" is the height of the transom on the Milha Boats.

Do you offer a smaller size pontoon "tiny" boat?

We do not, however, we did work with a company called "pondtini" that builds smaller 12-14' pontoon boats. They would be a great option to look into.

What is the draft on the Milha Lite Skiff?

Typically 3-4" depending on the weight inside the boat.

In a Milha Lite Skiff, could you attach a Bimini in the rear?

I really don't think the Milha is wide enough to use a Bimini top on.

I have a 14 ft. Tracker Grizzly. Can I put a seat base with a swivel post on the floor?

You can, but depending on the structure of the boat you may need to add a thicker plate or wood below it to give the base some support.

How much weight is the skip rated for. Maximum hp.

The skiff is rated for 300lbs, 400 with person motor and gear. But this can handle much more.

Do you sell wider aluminum sheets for floor? Wondering if you sold wider aluminum sheets for decking.

We do not. We have to cut them like this in order to ship. However, you can always stop by one of our two locations to purchase a full 4x10' sheet OR source this locally to get a full sheet.

Building a boat idea.

First, we recommend making a sketch and creating a layout. Here are a few videos and bullet points that will help you determine how much material you will need for your build. From there, you can go back through the kits and see which one has the amo

Do you offer military discount?

Yes, we do. Please use TBNVETS23 at checkout for 5% off of your order.

Can you send me the dimensions for the double mount with no accessories?

All of the dimensions on the double graph mount can be found in this video - https://youtu.be/0fj80QX_QKk.

Do you have any kits for the American 12 by Sun dolphin?

We are working on one now. It's not fully completed yet, though. We have the flooring portion completed but are working on the decking part.

Do you guys sell these ready to fish with a MinnKota power drive Ipilot, LiveScope bundle, batteries, and a trailer?

We could build one out for your needs. It might take a little bit to complete, but it is possible. We have not tried a trailer yet for this boat, however we have ideas of making one out of a cheaper Harbor Freight trailer.

Hello, thinking about purchasing a Lite Skiff but i only have a 5'2 truck bed. wondering if you guys also sell trailers or know of a good compatible trailer i can use for the Lite Skiff?

We're pretty sure you could convert one of those cheap Harbor Freight trailers to work with the Milha. We have ideas of doing this, but we have not had the time to pursue it yet but its possible.

I was wondering if the 3m adhesive you used was effective on a polyethylene kayak.

We have applied this to a kayak before with no issues. Just make sure the surface is clean. We also have installed these on the Milha boats which are rotomolded plastic and they hold up as well.

I'm interested in the Merica TBN Hooded Sweatshirt Size:XL Color:Black It's unavailable right now, I was wondering if you'll be getting more in later?

These will be available again by the first of the year in Military Green!

Is there a kit for a craw dad and a 12 foot flat bottom tracker boat?

We have one 12' Flatbottom kit, but we do not have a kit for the Craw Dad yet. Please let us know if you have any other questions!. https://tbnation.net/products/gen-x-boat-in-a-box-kit-1232-jon-boat.

I’m looking to buy the drain fittings to put onto the hatch that I can attach a hose to for drainage.

We do not sell this. It is a 1/2" circular aluminum tube.

Interested in seeing if you guys can build or reference me to someone who can build the conversion for my Jon boat.

We have 2 locations, 1 of which are currently taking on build and that is the one in IL. We will leave a list of builders below, please call them for pricing and availability. Nate Eckhold - 309-231-3365. TBNation Outdoors MidWest. 2331 Lakecrest Dr.

I was watching your Youtube channel and saw where you were preparing a kit for the Sun Dolphin American 12 Jon Boat. Could you tell me the status of that kit and if it will be available?

We are hoping to have the flooring kit done and ready to go by the start of next year. The Bass Boat style setup of it is going to take a little longer to get together but these should be available at the beginning of the year.

Can I get maybe detail measurements for the float pods. Perhaps maybe blue prints?

Unfortunately, we do not have Blueprints for them, but the sizes are 20" long, 10" wide, and 10" tall. The angles that are attached to them are 1" each so that will add 2" to your width side on the transom.

I have a 21' fiberglass walk through windshield boat. Might 2 of your manual SWA suffice to prevent drifting from the shoreline?

Your boat might be a little large for these, We don't think they would be able to hold your boat that well. We think attaching them to the boat might be difficult as well.

Do you pre fabricate deck extensions for a Tracker Classic XL?

We do not at this time. We have not had the opportunity to have one in one of our shops to make a drop-in kit for.

I am finishing up my 1560 bass tracker and was wondering if the 3.0 HP electric outboard would be ok for this boat?

It will push the boat but not very fast. This is one of the most affordable and reliable 3hp motors on the market. We have a lot of guys putting this motor on boats your size and they are very happy with them.

Hi I was wondering if I could buy a center console unfinished without any paint or foam on it?

We do have some raw ones available. These will cost $309.99. If you are interested in one, just let us know and we can email you a custom invoice!

Do you have larger aluminum sheets than 16"?

We can do 16 x 60" OR 24 x 60" pieces.

What size Livewell will fit for my 1436 Jon Boat?

I would not go with anything smaller than this one - https://tbnation.net/products/livewell-tank-18-gal-all-welded

Float Pods: my transom is 16 degrees. Which do you recommend, the 17 or 20 degree pods?

We recommend the 20-degree pods for 16-degree transoms.

I'm trying to get float pods for a 12 ft Jon Boat wonder if it's even possible or is the transom just too small?

It is possible, but it will be expensive. The ones we have listed on the website are too big for your boat so we will need to custom-make them. This means will need the exact dimensions you want and the angle of your transom to make them fit. Typical

I have ordered a plan but I have a question. All of the videos I see are with Aluminum boats. The boat I have is fiberglass. Will your products work with Fiberglass boats?

The main difference will be your connection point into the fiberglass. You will need to use stainless steel self-tapping screws instead of rivets.

Will tilt & trim work on 25 mud motor?

Most mud motors do not work on Jack Plates. Typically if you think you need a jack plate for your mud motor then the motor might not be right for the boat.

I want to make sure before I order the RGBW lights and controller that I will be able to use my Bluetooth fusion audio system and the Bluetooth light controller at the same time.

This depends on the phone you are using, but we think most of them let you use 2 Bluetooth connections at once.

I have a new Vexus AVX1880 with one 9" Garmin mounted in the bow plate. I want to add another graph with it and need your recommendation on what mount that would be best for my setup.

You will want to look at the Gen 2 Double Graph Mount simply bc of the boat your putting it on. The Gen 2 is a stronger frame and will hold up better on your boat - https://tbnation.net/products/double-graph-mount-for-large-fish-finders

Did you guys ever finish the sun dolphin ameri an 12 plastic boat build kits for the hatches with bass boat style decking?

Not yet, it is on our "to do" list though. We are currently waiting on the flooring kits to be professionally cut and delivered to us before we move onto the decks and lids.

Will a Minn Kota edge fit the bow mount bracket you're selling?

Yes it will. You will need the standard size, not the wide.

I have a Motor Guide FD40fv, will Autoboat work on it?

Unfortunately, the AutoBoat will not work with any MotorGuide trolling motors. The shaft diameter is too small for the AutoBoat unit.

How do I know the size of transom mounting bracket that fits my motor?

Here is a link to our Transom Mounting Bracket - https://tbnation.net/products/transom-mounting-bracket. If you scroll down, there are dimensions of this bracket. You will just need to measure your motor to make sure it will work for you.

I would like to equip my AlumaCraft 14x48 with a side console. Is there a package with a bill-of-materials that provides what I am looking for?

We have a few console options available - https://tbnation.net/pages/search-results-page?q=side%20console. As far as a kit with things like steering cables, we do not have or carry them.

Is it possible to mount a second screen to my Gen 2 mount?

Yes sir, you will need the cradle though. It looks like you purchased the bottom only portion of the gen 2 graph. Here is a link to the product page - https://tbnation.net/products/double-graph-mount-for-large-fish-finders. Once there, select the dro

I'd like to know if we can put a bass seat on lite skiff and if you have any pictures of that.

At this time we do not have a way to add a bass seat to this boat. We have never tried as well, so we don't have any photos. This vessel is not very wide, adding a seat will be difficult because of its roto-molded design.