In addition, the weight of fuel is about 6.3 (2.9 kg) pounds per gallon of gas. It’s important to remember that every jon boat has a maximum weight capacity. These bulbs are important to the stability of the boat. The size of the motor that should be mounted on a Jon boat will vary with the size of the boat and its weight capacity. Some hulls don't do good with that much weight in the front. This estimate is dry hull weight. Although Jon boats are reasonably lightweight if you try pulling a 3000-pound fully laden Jon boat with a small car that cannot handle the weight you are bound to face serious mechanical problems. Understanding Jon boat weights is essential before you purchase one because there is nothing worse than buying a Jon boat too heavy for your vehicle to tow. How much does a 12ft jon boat cost? Weight limit, max outboard size recomended. Other than the obvious sign of setting low, what is some other signs of too much weight in back. 7.1 x 3 = 21.3 poundsif(typeof __ez_fad_position != 'undefined'){__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-flatbottomboatworld_com-large-leaderboard-2-0')}; Diesel:if(typeof __ez_fad_position != 'undefined'){__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-flatbottomboatworld_com-leader-1-0')}; Note that this is for a full tank of fuel. A 20 foot Jon boat weighs an average of 830 pounds excluding the motor, and an additional 1,800 pounds of carrying capacity for people and gear. Again like the mounting system, the weight and size of your boat determine how much thrust it requires. One of the first things you have to check before you buy a Jon boat is how much weight your vehicle can handle when towing. It has three benches and is meant to be steered from the rear. When turning, a Deep V hull will have more drag than a flats boat or a Jon Boat. The final design was a simple jon boat, loosely based on Bolger's Skimmer. Older boats especially may have gained weight over the years as more gear is stored aboard. If you are wanting to go fishing with a growing family, a 12 foot jon boat won't last very long; they are only rated to carry a little under 300#, is only 32" wide and is rated for a 3 hp engine. The general rule is to get the weight of your boat when it is fully loaded and divide it by 100. Identify the Type of Seat your Boat has If you know the type of material that your jon boat chair is made up of, it will be easier to clean them with the correct products. It is a 14 x 36 green flat bottom jon with a 9.9 Mercury. The Attwood Padded Boat Seat has plenty of features that may catch your eye. The Answer May Surprise You! For Jon boats between 8 foot and 16 foot, 8 hp – 20 hp motors will offer more than enough power to push the boat upstream, achieve a respectable speed and get the boat on plane. The weight is 325 pounds on this boat, without the engine. These boats don’t mind getting their hands dirty. You can find some v-hull designs that are in the 150-pound range, which are reasonably easy to move around. If you are going to use it in larger lakes that you will be running a gas motor on the back, go with a 16 or 18 footer. Since then, Lowe has created generations of family memories through great experiences on the water and has developed a reputation for building high quality, yet affordable aluminum boats and pontoons to suit almost any need. ice chest, and tackle in the back of the boat next to the cab so all your weight will be in the truck. When calculating boat weight, make sure you calculate the heaviest potential weight which includes a boat fully loaded with gear, fuel and the maximum number of passengers. What’s more, you would be risking damage to your boat and gear and even putting your own safety at risk. I have a 16 footer, when I bought the boat all weight was in the back. It also comes with 4 threaded … By Jim Hendricks. It worked very well, and had PLENTY of power. Obviously if you have a half tank or a quarter tank you will need to alter the above formulas appropriately. A boat trailer should have 7% of the boat weight as tongue weight, a cargo trailer should have 10%. Runs good but sets pretty low in back imo. by TNtroller » 08 Jun 2014, 08:36, Post Now that is heavy! Do what I have done and get as much weight out of the ass end of the boat. It’s not like you can pull the boat farther forward on the trailer if you are below the 10% tongue weight rating and vice versa. Some materials used to make trailers weigh more than others as there are some fantastically sturdy yet lightweight Jon boat trailers on the market these days. Usually though, the longer the trailer, the more it weighs. As suggested earlier, launch the boat and put some weight right in front of the motor, don't spread it across the stern. Changing the prop don't believe will fix your problem. There are jon boat swivel seats that rotate 360 degrees, there are foldable jon boat seats which you can fold and strap down when not in use, and many other features. To a large extent, the weight of a Jon boat depends on its size with its construction material also playing a key role.if(typeof __ez_fad_position != 'undefined'){__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-flatbottomboatworld_com-box-3-0')};if(typeof __ez_fad_position != 'undefined'){__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-flatbottomboatworld_com-box-3-0_1')}; .box-3-multi-135{border:none !important;display:block !important;float:none;line-height:0px;margin-bottom:7px !important;margin-left:0px !important;margin-right:0px !important;margin-top:7px !important;min-height:50px;padding:0;text-align:center !important;}. Lowe was founded in 1971 to build high value aluminum boats and canoes to fit a family's boating needs. Fuel tanks on jon boats average at about 5 to 10 gallons. How Much Does a 14-Foot Aluminum Boat Weigh? It's formed from flat panels of 2 inch thick, 1.0 pound per cubic foot, expanded polystyrene. The most common Jon boat lengths are 10, 12, 14, 16, 18, and 20 feet. So you should factor in fuel weight based upon whether your outboard motor is diesel or gas powered. Therefore  the weight of fuel based on tank size are given below. I have hauled a 1436 jon many, many miles this way. Some seats are rated for up to 400 lbs, which means that they can safely carry that much weight without being in danger of breaking. boats plane quick and run level. Whether you hit the water with fishing or a heavy-duty task in mind, this is the aluminum jon boat to help you tackle it. by TNtroller » 06 Jun 2014, 16:45, Post The Answer May Surprise You! West to East: Florida Snook Tactics. This is all behind me(~550lbs worth). 10 foot Jon boats have a maximum horsepower of 5HP, with a top speed of 5 mph. This average was calculated and based on the following models and manufactures. Post This is the buoyancy your jon boat needs to sit well on the water. Cheap carpets will not last long … the SRM-27 batteries I think run about 60# each, so I have added 120# to the rear. could try using just buckets of water or such for the weight up front as well, but could get messy with that. As we discusses earlier, the weights of the classic 14-foot tinnie vary dramatically. A typical trailer can weigh anywhere between 1,000-1,600 lbs. Trimming up redirects the thrust from the propeller and raises the bow, helping a boat locate its sweet spot. For a reliable estimate of overall total towing weight, it is extremely important that you get the trailer, boat, gear, motor and fuel weights as close to the specs as possible. With this size, the Jon boat weight capacity can easily accommodate 6-8 adult passengers and gear. Stalker MV 120. by onthewater102 » 10 Jun 2014, 11:40, Aero style developed for phpBB 12-foot Jon boats have an average dry hull weight of 111 pounds or 50 kg. After careful calculation I decided I could increase the length to 10.5 feet and still bring it in under 50 pounds (plus paint). How To. Simply follow the guidelines given above to determine the weight of each of the following: Then add these weights together to get the overall towing weight of the vehicle. Also, I am wondering if that extra weight in the back affects the boat's handling. SO FINALLY MY QUESTION: Well now I have a 14' flatbottom wide bow jon boat, I think it recommends a 15hp maximum for that boat. The boat is rated for what is the MAX Horse power can be mounted on the Jon Boat. You have a 30hp, weighing what ever a 30hp weighs, but only putting out roughly 20hp. For boats that weight less than 3000 pounds, the best mounts are transom mounts. The 1648 is a flat-bottom boat that does not come with an engine. On larger models this usually isn’t an issue, but on very small jons of 10 or 12 feet, standing up and walking … The boat would flat out scoot. Try to aim for a jon boat that is at least 48″ wide. gravity slightly downward and makes GM a little more positive, if you add the weight low in the boat about the same height as the designed center of gravity, or put so much weight in that the CG moves below the CB. Currently they are sold as Olympian. Just as it is important to know the over weight of your Jon boat it is equally important to know how much weight your Jon boat can hold. Then multiply the result by 2. If you are going to use it in larger lakes that you will be running a gas motor on the back, go with a 16 or 18 footer. Factory has 3 trays for the batteries (which I have batteries in),18 gallon built in fuel tank, livewell, and the 4 stroke Yamaha 50. Easy test would be to move the batteries up front for a short ride, or just place equal weight up front, remove the TM batteries and see. Summary:: What is the lifting weight for a 125 lb boat using 2x4's as levers? A short while back, I was approached by a fellow out-board jet owner whose 16-foot modified “V” john boat developed cavitation problems in water that had any amount of light chop. And when calculating the weight of your boat include the total capacity of the boat. today i was able to go out on the river by myself just to play around with the boat. I use tie downs in the two stake holes on the rear of the bed, I run a rope from one tie down to the handle in the front of the jon and back to the tie down on the other side. I hook up 3 straps and place the boat right side up on the back of the truck, making sure all the heavy objects are close to the cab or at least center around the axle. Always be sure your Jon boat is fitted with the correct sized motor.if(typeof __ez_fad_position != 'undefined'){__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-flatbottomboatworld_com-banner-1-0')}; Fuel can drastically affect the towing weight of your Jon boat and its weight in the water so it is important that you are aware of it. However, be aware that whatever weights you come up with will be estimates only. It can be a little more or a little less, but if some or all of your passengers weigh over one hundred fifty pounds, you may have to decrease the number of … 12-foot Jon Boat (3.7 m) Ideal For: Extended exploration; fishing in small-to-medium back-waterways; light-to-medium utility work )I have a 90’s F-150 with a regular 6 foot truck bed.I have a tool box in it, which takes up 2ft, so it really only measures to about 4ft of usable space. I have a 14ft Jon boat that is rated for a 7hp motor and a total weight of 390lbs in the boat. I have a 1981 model evinrude electric start 25hp motor. If you have access to underneath the front floor via a removable panel, is there room under the floor for mounting the batteries. Of course Jon boats made from fiberglass and wood will have different weights. BACKGROUND: I'm thinking of building a flat bottom Jon boat. It is suggested to keep the boat’s overall weight well within the boat capacity and spread out over the boat, not weighing down the port, bow, starboard, or stern unevenly. I went to BPS yesterday and thought the tracker 1232 would be good. I use tie downs in the two stake holes on the rear of the bed, I run a rope from one tie down to the handle in the front of the jon and back to the tie down on the other side. You can place the trolling batteries anywhere you like, but too much weight in the stern will allow the bow to bounce when hitting a wave. by richg99 » 07 Jun 2014, 10:54, Post When designing boats they're engineered such that the weight load carried by the boat remains in contact with the water. So these lengths will be the basis for our examples. do I have too much in back? Suitable for both fresh and saltwater, the Stalker MV 120 is a very compact, stable, … If you look at all bass boats all the weight is in the back and is balanced left to right , that's to let the front lift and get out of the water to reduce parasitic drag on the hull .Most of the time you are running on the back 2 or 3 ft of the hull at speed . Gas cans, batteries, gear should be moved as far to the front of boat as possible. A boat … It has built-in padding with a camouflage cushion exterior design. To work out the weight of your boat in the water simply add all the weights you calculated above together. Trailers can weigh a lot, and a boat’s weight with the added weight of a trailer can make it too much for certain vehicles to handle. Typically a 35hp would be the largest "I" would suggest on a 16ft, but all that info is on the transum of your boat. I moved from a 14' flat bottom jon boat that had capacity issues and couldn't handle the 9.8hp motor to this boat with much taller sides. Looks to me like you only succeeding in making the boat list to the port side when fishing from the bow seat. Average Weight Limit of a 20 Foot Jon Boat A 20 foot Jon Boat will on average weigh do any of you guys have problems with too much weight in the boat? Powered by phpBB® Forum Software © phpBB Limited. Jon boats can weigh between 78 to 1056 pounds (35 kg and 483 kg). For Sale - Custom Hand Tied Jigs, Bladed Jigs. If you want to estimate the weight of your Jon boat when it is in the water then don’t overlook the added weight of crew members.if(typeof __ez_fad_position != 'undefined'){__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-flatbottomboatworld_com-large-mobile-banner-1-0')}; It is all too easy to overload a Jon boat by simply forgetting to calculate the weight of gear and crew. ice chest, and tackle in the back of the boat next to the cab so all your weight will be in the truck. Although Jon boats are reasonably lightweight if you try pulling a 3000-pound fully laden Jon boat with a small car that cannot handle the weight you are bound to face serious mechanical problems. It is also important to note that the above cited estimates do not include your trailer weight, which will need to be considered when ascertaining if you vehicle can safely tow the boat. The most common is too much or poorly distributed weight. Bowrider Boats In fact, our reviews of weight, weight capacity and maximum horsepower will reveal ranges similar … By moving my starter battery next to the console(50 lbs) about 3 1/2 feet from the original location, I was able to have much more freedom to trim the engine along with gaining 500RPM's and more speed. I have a marriage license and a fishing license, but I only carry one in my wallet. That help counter balance the weight of myself, making the boat more level side to side. Jon boat is fitted with the correct sized motor, 10-foot Waco Jon 1432 series, 78 pounds or 35 kg, 10-foot Alumacraft 1036, 100 pounds or 45 kg, 10-foot Lowe L1032 Jon boat, 80 pounds or 36 kg, 10-foot Tracker Topper 1036 Jon boat, 112 pounds or 51 kg, 10-foot Smoker Craft 1032 Jon boat, 100 pounds or 45 kg, 10-foot G3 Jon boat 1036 Jon boat, 100 pounds or 45 kg, 12-foot Waco Jon 1432 series, 88 pounds or 49 kg, 12-foot Alumacraft 1236 Jon boat, 125 pounds or 57 kg, 12-foot Lowe L1236 Jon boat, 90 pounds or 41 kg, 12-foot Tracker Topper 1236 Jon boat, 126 pounds or 57 kg, 12-foot Smoker Craft 1232, 120 pounds or 54 kg, 12-foot G3 boats 1236, 144 pounds or 65 kg, 12-foot Pelican Intruder 12 Jon boat, 127 pounds or 58 kg, 12-foot Lost Creek Jon boat, 90 pounds or 41 kg, 12-foot Crestliner 1236 Jon boat, 125 pounds or 57 kg, 14-foot Waco Jon 1432 series Jon boat, 104 pounds or 47 kg, 14-foot Alumacraft 1436 Jon boat, 180 pounds or 82 kg, 14-foot Lowe L1436 Jon boat, 185 pounds or 66 kg, 14-foot Tracker Topper 1436 Jon boat, 162 pounds or 73 kg, 14-foot Smoker Craft 1436 Jon boat, 185 pounds or 66 kg, 14-foot G3 boats (average of 14-foot models), 190 pounds or 86 kg, 14-foot Lost Creek Jon boat, 145 pounds or 66 kg, 14-foot Crestliner 1436 Jon boat, 180 pounds or 82 kg, 16-foot XPresJonon boats 1650 VJ, 341 pounds or 155 kg, 16-foot Alumacraft 1648 Jon boat, 320 pounds or 145 kg, 16-foot Lowe L1648 Jon boat, 275 pounds or 125 kg, 16-foot Tracker Grizzly 1648 Jon boat, 638 pounds or 289 kg, 16-foot Smoker Craft 1648 Jon boat, 295 pounds or 134 kg, 16-foot G3 Jon boats (average of 16-foot models), 375 pounds or 170 kg, 16-foot Crestliner 1648 Jon boat, 265 pounds or 125 kg, 18-foot Tracker Grizzly 1860 Jon boat, 794 pounds, 360 kg, 18-foot Crestliner 1800 Jon boat, 475 pounds or 215 kg, 18-foot Alumacraft 1848 Jon boat, 370 pounds or 168 kg, 18-foot G3 Jon boats (average of 18-foot models), 500 pounds or 227 kg, 20-foot Lowe Roughneck 2070 Jon boat, 710 pounds or 322 kg, 20-foot Crestliner 2070 Retriever Jon boat, 710 pounds or 322 kg, 20-foot G3 boat gator tough – an average of 20-foot models, 1056 pounds or 483 kg, Chevy Silverado 1500, about 12,500 pounds. Whether you’re dealing with hinges, bolts, or anything else, it’s … The initial purchase price of a 12ft. models, with costs ranging from $600-$1,000. However, it is unlikely you will be using a Jon boat without a full tank of fuel. I could only trim the engine 2-3 clicks on the gauge, and a passenger had to sit up front. Dry hull weight + Motor weight + Fuel weight + Gear weight + crew weight = Weight of boat on the water. porpoising generally is caused by too much weight in the rear, 90 degree flat transom on a flat bottom boat, or the boat has a hook in the bottom near the back. How is that possible? by AR.223 » 05 Jun 2014, 21:30, Post It is best to use marine carpets only on boats. The Aluminum Jon Boats come in lengths from 10' to 18' and I suggest if you are going to have it in the back of the truck, go with the 10 footer. If you are going to use it in larger lakes that you will be running a gas motor on the back, go with a 16 or 18 footer. Boat manufacturers typically use an average weight of about one hundred and fifty pounds per person to calculate maximum capacity. Is there a way to put the TM batteries right under the TM? It's rated at 20hp max, but this state don't allow it other than in the river. Wise Molded Fishing Boat Seat. Diesel weighs approximately 7.1 pounds/gallon while gasoline weighs approximately 6.1 pounds/gallon. It is made up of a plastic frame and foldable backrest. The drift boat is an iconic shallow water vessel that began its life in the turbulent waters of Oregon. The seat measures 20 inches in width, 17 inches in depth, and 12 inches in height. January 12, 2012. While LED lights that are too small for your big boat, may not provide enough coverage, and … I have hauled a 1436 jon many, many miles this way. If i get this jon it would be my first boat. I have put a 14 foot Jon Boat in the back of my truck for years, sometimes its necessary when I can put it on the trailer. Typically, though, jon boat seats and especially their backrests can’t safely support too much weight. jon boat is not much more than the 10ft. Whether you hit the water with fishing or a heavy-duty task in mind, this is the aluminum jon boat to help you tackle it. This will keep your boat stable in the water and help prevent capsizing or swamping. weight placement. We covered this subject in detail here where we give Jon boat weight capacities as examples. Where to Use a Drift Boat to Get the Most From It. I was taking on water from the back. It handled great. The only down side is the batteries are in my rod storage. As the vast majority of store-bought Jon boats are made from aluminum this is the construction material used in our examples. Keep in mind that the dry hull weight excludes the engine, fuel, your gear, the trailer, and any modifications made to the boat. For a real-world example of overall weight, you would have to add the weight of the motor, fuel and gear as well as crew and passengers. by lckstckn2smknbrls » 05 Jun 2014, 21:49, Post If you put it higher than the existing CG it can have negative effects, actually making GM shorter and causing the boat to list more. 18-foot aluminum Jon boats have an average dry hull weight of 534 pounds or 242 kg. Too narrow and you’ll bottleneck the whole operation. The boat is rated for what is the MAX Horse power can be mounted on the Jon Boat. However, there are smaller cars that can handle towing smaller Jon boats but which may struggle with larger boats that are fully loaded. ↳   Jon and V boat Conversions and Modifications, Fishing Clubs (Electric Only, Jon, Regular). Fiberglass boats are much less common and are difficult to come by. "I use that because I've seen it." The Aluminum Jon Boats come in lengths from 10' to 18' and I suggest if you are going to have it in the back of the truck, go with the 10 footer. To me it seems a like at lease, the trolling moter batteries could be up front. Run the boat and see how it sits in the water and how often you take water over the transom. The longer and wider the better. The rig performed great the majority of the trips out, but one day he had to limp the whole way back to the ramp because it was cavitating so much. The boat doesn't have much weight as there is no raised floor in it. Check to Coast Guard capacity plate in the boat and see how much weight it can handle. This is due to the added weight of the trailer. So before I reroute wires, I'm going to give it more thought. Your outboard motor will have a significant impact on the weight of your boat so ensure you include it in your calculations if you want to determine your boats towing weight and its weight while in the water. DIY Jon Boat Cart. The common sizes of fuel containers for Jon boats hold either 3 or 6 gallons of fuel depending on the size of the boat. I had it on a 14' V-bottom boat about 8 years ago until I sold the boat (minus the motor). Choose the Correct Metal Hardware. Most jon boat trailers weigh about 400 pounds (181 kg). More How To. Too much or too little weight will leave an impact on the speed. While mine is too heavy for car topping, I much prefer it over any aluminum small boat I have been in. A 10-foot jon boat is a great baseline to start with when it comes to buying flat-bottom boats unless you plan on sticking to the family pond, then, by all means, re-read the description of the 8-foot jon boat. 12 feet long (length can be 11 feet long) I think the weight will be about 125 lbs. Sure, you can still deck a jon boat that is under 48″ wide, but it will almost certainly be much more difficult and possibly unsafe. Sometimes adding weight in the wrong place will alter a boat’s CG or CB away from the ideal spot. The average boat weight with trailer is approximately 900 pounds (408 kg). The drift boat was a natural evolution from the ocean dory that was carried on a larger vessel... Flat Bottom Boat World is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com and other Amazon stores worldwide.if(typeof __ez_fad_position != 'undefined'){__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-flatbottomboatworld_com-large-billboard-2-0')};report this ad, Examples of Jon boat dry hull weight by size and length, Other factors that affect the total weight of a Jon boat, How to calculate the overall weight of your Jon boat in the water, How to calculate the overall towing weight of your Jon boat, Understanding the towing capacity of your vehicle, link to Where to Use a Drift Boat to Get the Most From It. These boats--which typically either have too much weight aft, inadequate power or a propeller pitched too high--can struggle along for hundreds of yards before popping up on top to a full plane. Alumacraft 1648 Jon. The other factor that plays a role in thrust determination is the size and shape of the hull. "I can have three people that weigh 1,500 pounds, or I can have 10 people that weigh 1,500 pounds," he said. I have placed my 2 trolling motor batteries and the onboard charger 5 feet from the bow - port side, on my last 2 boats, works fine. 20-foot aluminum Jon boats have an average dry hull weight of 828 pounds or 375 kg. Another feature of a sliding jon boat chair which you can move to the right or left which maximizes the jon boat’s space. We don't have room for a boat trailer so I want to load the boat on top of our 2019 Honda Odyssey van. I bought a new old stock Xpress xp170. If you are going to use it in larger lakes that you will be running a gas motor on the back, go with a 16 or 18 footer. Eeling with Planer Boards for Striped Bass. SUVs and trucks are the most popular tow vehicles and they should have no problem towing any size of Jon boat. He and I are both above 300lbs and the first boat (14' fiberglass fishing boat) sat too low in the water making it terrifying and the second one (15' fishing boat with an outboard motor) ended up actually taking on water because of the weight in the back of the boat and water splashing up into it. Overloading your boat, either with too many people or too many supplies, also makes your boat susceptible to swamping. In fact, our reviews of weight, weight capacity and maximum horsepower will reveal ranges similar to or only slightly higher than the 10ft. If you put weight up into the section that rises out of the water it puts a tremendous amount of torque on the transom. I noticed the back did come up alittle. link to What is a Drift Boat Used For? Light Tackle Thresher Shark Action in Southern California. Most wooden Jon boats are homemade and extremely lightweight  and if you are interested in building you own we we demonstrated how to that here).if(typeof __ez_fad_position != 'undefined'){__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-flatbottomboatworld_com-medrectangle-4-0')}; 10-foot aluminum Jon boats have an average dry hull weight of 95 pounds or 43 kgs. The bigger the boat, the more thrust it requires. by SquiggyFreud » 10 Jun 2014, 11:08, Post (For the first year I did, but after getting a motor and putting a deck on it, it got too heavy and I bought a trailer. Gear can weigh more than you think. Marine Carpets Only. The total weight on the boat is important too. The initial purchase price of a 12ft. 1971 14' Ward's Sea King Jon Boat / 1983 Mariner 25HP. Even just the essential items on a hunting Jon boat can easily add up to 200 pounds or more. Your boat’s running attitude makes a big difference in comfort and efficiency. What i'm getting at , you may open up a whole new can of worms by moving the balance point forward. A 20 Foot Jon Boat’s Average Weight. With a 20 hp on it, it flies, its downright scary on open water but I can't pass a 20hp off as a 9.9hp motor. I took off across the lake and the front end was nose up. How To. Some hulls don't do good with that much weight in the front. The Aluminum Jon Boats come in lengths from 10' to 18' and I suggest if you are going to have it in the back of the truck, go with the 10 footer. While I will agree that the primary method to get tongue weight right is to have the axles in the proper location, I am having a heck of time making sense of the math and accuracy. Even if you are within the maximum allowable weight, make sure that you distribute the load evenly, focusing the weight in the middle of the boat. My tracker PT175 rides low in the back due to a 20gal tank and 2 batteries, and a 60 2s, moving the 2 TM batteries up would move help but could cause the boat to plow the water all the time. The tricky thing with boats is that you can’t position the boat on the trailer in a way that gives you a proper tongue weight (10-15% of GTW). The reason for this is the wheels are too small for rough terrain. Small boats are much more susceptible to an extra person or two or a couple of heavy coolers aboard than larger boats. Get more done with the CR Jon from Crestliner. I can also remove the entire front deck via screws, so that is another option for me. Since then I have added a trolling battery up front, and now my wife can sit in the back of the boat with me and not on the floor up front. Below are few estimated Towing Capacities for some popular trucks. I suggest you review that article after reading this one. The simple cause seems to be too much weight in the back;. Drift boats are iconic rowboats that are were first seen in the rivers of Oregon. (For the first year I did, but after getting a motor and putting a deck on it, it got too heavy and I bought a trailer. Two batteries is a good idea.