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Colorado XT Lake Bastrop, TX part 2
Cruising the lake with Dad on the Colorado XT pontoon boat
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Colorado XT Lake Bastrop, TX
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Cruising The lake with Dad on the modified Colorado XT pontoon boat
Colorado XT Modifications
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Some modifications I made to my Colorado XT Fishing Pontoon. Thanks Nate D on UA-cam for the motor mount break-down.

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  • @fernandogarnica645
    @fernandogarnica645 26 днів тому

    What’s Nate D’s website?

  • @ChubbyThunder69
    @ChubbyThunder69 6 місяців тому

    So you don't use the ore's anymore?

  • @johnarcher9480
    @johnarcher9480 Рік тому

    Nicely done! Have you ever attempted a re-entry with the casting deck on?

  • @AndreasUnderwood-em1bg
    @AndreasUnderwood-em1bg Рік тому

    Great motor pushed my 14 foot boat with no problem iam a big guy would recommend this to my friends

  • @playinghookywithdavidchapa387
    @playinghookywithdavidchapa387 2 роки тому

    F1… so youre in the austin area? Im in south texas myself… have you tried this in salt water?

  • @dune32
    @dune32 2 роки тому

    This is amazing 😁

  • @justinbearce9797
    @justinbearce9797 2 роки тому

    Great ideas on this boat! I do just want to make one comment though. It appears you have the power coming from the battery going into the male side of the connector? This is generally a bad idea. That means you have power going to exposed conductors so if something conductive brushes up against the prongs you are shorting the battery. A good rule of thumb is to always have the power side of a connector be female so you don’t risk shorting it out or shocking yourself. 12v battery isn’t really going to do much to you it doesn’t have enough potential but if you short out the battery that could make for a bad time. If I saw that wrong I apologize. I am an electrical engineer so that’s something I always have to pay attention to when I’m designing something. Just wanted to pass along the information.

  • @dealerslicenseops
    @dealerslicenseops 2 роки тому

    links to buy those mods?

  • @waynegriffith6206
    @waynegriffith6206 2 роки тому

    How do you check the PSI when inflating I’m having a problem with finding a good reliable gauge. Thanks

  • @scottallen3502
    @scottallen3502 3 роки тому

    Look cool. How u get off when u landing?

  • @victorbloom8286
    @victorbloom8286 3 роки тому

    I haven't watched Formula 1 since Nigle Mansell

  •  4 роки тому

    RESPEKT 💪😉👍

  • @edheinlein3747
    @edheinlein3747 4 роки тому

    Hey Mike, you and others here are referencing "Nate D.". Could you possibly provide a link to his youtube so we can easily find his contributions? Thanks in advance!

  • @rodwesling8660
    @rodwesling8660 5 років тому

    Love your set up! I have a Quad inflatable with the motor on the rear! The reason I mounted it on the rear is that it`s really hard to step over the two pontoons when the motor is on the front! I`m looking at seting it up so I don`t have to turn around to steer it! Is the seat mounted on the ball bearing plate that can be bought seperately for the seat? What are you using for the stem that the seat pivots on? Thanks Rod.

    • @mikec3605
      @mikec3605 5 років тому

      Hello Rod. I bought the extended seat swivel years ago at academy. The base plate mounted to the frame and the extended rod slides into it. 5” seemed to be the perfect height. Search amazon or a local sports store. I would send a pic, but I don’t have the pontoons anymore.

  • @Hoss_1966
    @Hoss_1966 5 років тому

    I still am unclear as to why you mount the motor on the front, you say for balance, but you then said the front now is the back of the boat. So you reversed it, so could you just have mounted the battery on the front, and then all else remains stock. You would end up with the same result. Or am I missing something, thx

    • @premiumgifts
      @premiumgifts 5 років тому

      Hello.... I can tell you back years ago when the motor was front mounted was mainly so you didn't have to reach behind you to control the motor...

  • @xjonathanx79
    @xjonathanx79 5 років тому

    Thank you for the vid. What do you recommend to charge your battery: any brand you like

    • @mikec3605
      @mikec3605 5 років тому

      I just grabbed one from auto zone

  • @KellyBellCuriosities
    @KellyBellCuriosities 5 років тому

    Im disabled and in my 50s and have just purchased this to get out on the water with my friend who like to kayak Is there any way one could make a conopy for this little boat?

    • @mikec3605
      @mikec3605 5 років тому

      You could rig something up with PVC and shade screen, but some good fishing clothes, hat and buff would be a better bet.

    • @wyldbill100
      @wyldbill100 3 роки тому

      Go to one of the home improvement centers and buy a riding lawn mower sun "umbrella" and mount it to your boat's chair. EASY!

  • @dustinetokiko
    @dustinetokiko 5 років тому

    Hi Mike, great set-up. I'm new to the world of pontoon boats. Can you tell me the size of the PVC components for the rod holders on the seat back? Also, what is the length of each holder you used? Thanks so much!!! Did you ever post something about your trailer modifications? I just bought a used Harbor Freight folding trailer and the width is only 4' so I need to make a platform at least 6' wide.

    • @mikec3605
      @mikec3605 5 років тому

      I used 1 1/4” pvc for everything. Just cut to fit.

  • @frenchbrit5098
    @frenchbrit5098 5 років тому

    I am not a fan of having a front mount trolling motor because of prop injury to leg or foot. I get everyone's concern about weight in the back. I attached 2 boat bumpers to the bottom of the basket and it helped greatly in keeping the rear of the pontoon up with about 80 lbs of battery and motor. I also moved the seat all the way forward for better weight distribution and keep the pontoons inflated to 2.5 lbs

  • @gt-yr5sn
    @gt-yr5sn 5 років тому

    -why don't you spin the control head around so your not running the motor in reverse?

    • @mikec3605
      @mikec3605 5 років тому

      g t it runs fwd. I made the the front of the boat the back when going from spot to spot. Also offsets the weight of the battery

  • @flushot6513
    @flushot6513 5 років тому

    I dig it but the balance thing i dont carry much one small tackle box and 2 rods should be more stable than feeling like your gonna tip like in a kayak

  • @michaelhoggatt3051
    @michaelhoggatt3051 5 років тому

    I want to know more about the trailer you have it on.

  • @scouter6926
    @scouter6926 6 років тому

    Just unpackaging and assembling my second pontoon boat , Outcast) and unpacking a newly purchased pontoon boat. I will copy your modifications as the modifications as when I did on my first boat as there was a lot of trials and even more errors. Tight lines👍👍 Tight lines

  • @reelphatties6426
    @reelphatties6426 6 років тому

    Bad ass rig

  • @raywilliamson9396
    @raywilliamson9396 6 років тому

    Mike do you ever experience issues with the wind pushing you where the motor can't control the direction. Not a hard wind but more of a breeze. What pressure do you inflate you boat to. Drum tight or some what soft.

  • @raywilliamson9396
    @raywilliamson9396 6 років тому

    Mike the Minkota trolling motor carries 42 amps. Did you use a 50 amp fuse block ( inline fuse) with your motor

  • @zlwebb1989
    @zlwebb1989 6 років тому

    You dont need the motor in the front people! You need to get the toons up to 2.0-2.5 psi! I have a group 27 batter and a 55lb thrust trolling motor in the back and I have 0 sag. Use an electric pump to quickly get it inflated then use a dual action hand pump with as gauge attachment to reach the proper psi

  • @dbomber69
    @dbomber69 6 років тому

    Any one try putting the motor mount assembly and putting the whole thing in the holes for the foot rests? A welder could weld brackets for the battery rack to the foot rest tubes so you put the rack in front too so you could stand. Maybe weld up a new battery holder to fit in the tubes where the rack used to go in back.

  • @raywilliamson9396
    @raywilliamson9396 6 років тому

    Mike what gauge wire are you running from the battery to the motor? the motor has 8 or 10 gauge wire on it.

  • @raywilliamson9396
    @raywilliamson9396 6 років тому

    Mike are you running the motor in reverse as mounted. Saw another video where that is the case and they claimed the boat ran faster.

    • @mikec3605
      @mikec3605 6 років тому

      Try it both ways. The best way is the way that works for you.

  • @denniskane3460
    @denniskane3460 6 років тому

    hey mike how do get on your pontoon with all the stuff mounted on the front ? great set-up though like the trailer to thanks

    • @mikec3605
      @mikec3605 6 років тому

      Thanks Dennis. Gotta get your feet wet unless you wear some wading boots. Just step over the motor on either side close to the pontoon. Now you will be standing between the seat and motor. Push the boat just far enough so it’s floating and slide on the seat. Don’t go deep before getting on the seat. Easier than it looks or sounds.

    • @mikec3605
      @mikec3605 6 років тому

      Step over Motor mount, not the motor...

  • @DownTheRabbit-Hole
    @DownTheRabbit-Hole 6 років тому

    This is so freekin lame! Just buy a bass boat. Rowing on lakes, drifting on rivers and stealth finning is what makes tooning a great sport. What is wrong with a little exercise. "Put in" where you want to fish...oh well..no offense. Leave it to a spinning rod bass fisherman to have 14 rods, 6 nets, 3 bait boxes, 600 lures, 4 ice chest full of beer ( I only have 2, Ha!), 3 fish finders, an underwater video cam, 100lbs of video equipment, including drone, raingear, camping equipment, 4 different motors, does that ABS plumbing system go to an onboard toilet? Ha! Hope you can take a little ribbing.... Fishing is great whatever your style....Good luck...

    • @mikec3605
      @mikec3605 6 років тому

      None taken. Actually pretty funny and a little bit true!

    • @raywilliamson9396
      @raywilliamson9396 6 років тому

      You are a moron.......simple.

  • @taylorcurtis1009
    @taylorcurtis1009 7 років тому

    hey mike, working on getting my colorado setup. what Kind of battery are you using? and what is the weight of the battery do you think?

  • @dannydelarosa6375
    @dannydelarosa6375 7 років тому

    Mike, what connectors did you use? Are they 20amp?

  • @kbbgood
    @kbbgood 7 років тому

    What model number is your motor. Looks to be a shorter shaft then most.

  • @stevegate2652
    @stevegate2652 7 років тому

    Hi Mike, I like the idea of connect/disconnect power so much. I've looking around for the receptacle but haven't success. Could you please share where you get it? Thanks a lot Mike.

  • @chub7387
    @chub7387 7 років тому

    This is a step up on Nate D . I'd love to use this for my Wilderness. I have a 2.5 Hp 4 stroke for the back side and a 40 Lb thrust Minn Kota for the front side to troll with. So inspiring ; the both of you !!

    • @mikec3605
      @mikec3605 7 років тому

      Mike Kelly thanks for the positive feedback! Nate D is owed the credit. Please post the next evolution.

    • @chub7387
      @chub7387 7 років тому

      Yup; I viewed the two Vids. Both were great and I'll pick a bit from them both to mod my Toon with. keep up the great work. ;-A~~

  • @waynewauters939
    @waynewauters939 7 років тому

    I would like to see more about the Trailer as well

    • @mikec3605
      @mikec3605 7 років тому

      Wayne Wauters I still plan on posting, but been too busy.

  • @raywilliamson9396
    @raywilliamson9396 7 років тому

    The tubing looks to be 20" actual width is much wider.

  • @raywilliamson9396
    @raywilliamson9396 7 років тому

    Mike just looking at the front end/transom it would appear to be approx 20" wide, just the tubing length. I like your design more than Mike D's. Much stronger and supportive of the motor. the boards appear to be maybe 1 x 8...?? Just a really strong set up.

  • @raywilliamson9396
    @raywilliamson9396 7 років тому

    Please do a video on the construction of your trailer. Looks perfect to haul your float boat.

    • @mikec3605
      @mikec3605 7 років тому

      It's a small boat trailer I modified. I'll upload a video with some close ups of what I did. It works well

    • @mikec3605
      @mikec3605 6 років тому

      Sorry I never posted on the trailer. Sold the pontoons and trailer. Honestly, the trailer was kind of heavy, but got it for free, so it worked.

  • @raywilliamson9396
    @raywilliamson9396 7 років тому

    That is a descent trailer would you like to share some dimensions and axle type.

  • @raywilliamson9396
    @raywilliamson9396 7 років тому

    I think I can figure it out by assembling by setting the 2x4 on the 19" cross member with the 3 way installed not fastened. I really like you method and am trying to copy it with little mods. How well does you XT tow with the motor installed or do you remove it when towing

    • @mikec3605
      @mikec3605 7 років тому

      That's how I got the fit right. I always removed the motor for peace of mind.

  • @raywilliamson9396
    @raywilliamson9396 7 років тому

    Mike d you remember the length of the spacer between the 3 way and 4 way on the motor mount. Has to be more than what Nate used , looks longer maybe 4" s.

  • @raywilliamson9396
    @raywilliamson9396 7 років тому

    Where did you find the 5" swivel base. Everything I find is like 11"

  • @raywilliamson9396
    @raywilliamson9396 7 років тому

    Mike do you have a video that shows the added dimensions and added materials? your mods really look great

    • @mikec3605
      @mikec3605 7 років тому

      Ray Williamson Thanks. Didn't really get into a lot of measurements on this. Just enough to make sure it fit. This video is as detailed as I got, but "NateD" has very specific details on UA-cam

    • @raywilliamson9396
      @raywilliamson9396 7 років тому

      Thanks. The idea is what I'm working. Great job tho. I might change the pole holders some

  • @raywilliamson9396
    @raywilliamson9396 7 років тому

    What air pump do you use that fits the 1 1/4 tubing

    • @mikec3605
      @mikec3605 7 років тому

      I got a 2 way pump from academy sports. It's made for inflating air mattresses. By 2 way I mean it pushes air when you push and when you pull the handle.

    • @raywilliamson9396
      @raywilliamson9396 7 років тому

      Thanks that saves room

  • @1515chollins
    @1515chollins 7 років тому

    Hi mike. With the raised seats, would that be a problem with using the oars at your current seat height?

    • @mikec3605
      @mikec3605 7 років тому

      I never used the oars after the mod. It will change the dynamics. Depends on what you your intentions are for the boat. If mostly trolling, not a big deal. If mostly rowing, might not work for you. But that depends. Are you using oars to direct down river, and troll on larger portions? It is really a matter of comfort verses efficiency. I used the boat on lakes only. Rowing was arduous at best in good conditions. It's really designed to float down a river. God forbid you get a headwind and no current.

    • @1515chollins
      @1515chollins 7 років тому

      Got it. I use my oars quite a bit so I probably need to use low. I wanted to upgrade my seat from the padded plastic but wasn't sure my options. I read the boat seats like yours hold water hence why I was interested in raising the seat. I guess back to the drawing board. I've looked on the forums and UA-cam but not much info on seat upgrades and the few all have raised seats.

  • @cheevue9670
    @cheevue9670 7 років тому

    hey mike where can i get the trolling motor upgrades and where can i buy direct

    • @mikec3605
      @mikec3605 7 років тому

      I just went to Academy. Honestly, I'm disappointed with the connector I used. Advise looking for a 2 pin adapter.

  • @NikkiPage
    @NikkiPage 7 років тому

    Hey Mike! Beautiful rig! I ordered my XT and will arrive in the next few days. I will be adding a trolling motor and front mount. What battery do you recommend? My local pond is Lake Erie and drifting in the bays you can cover some serious distance. I want to be sure that I can get back to the dock :) Thanks in advance!

    • @mikec3605
      @mikec3605 7 років тому

      Congrats! That's a pretty decent sized pond!!! You can buy a battery monitor that lets you know the charge. Get a "Deep Cycle" battery and maintain the charge when stored. Check the reserve capacity and plan your trips accordingly. I think mine was 175 min @ 25 amps. Don't run the troll on max. I usually kept mine on 3 when travelling with a 30lb Minkota. Use the wind to your advantage. Always troll upwind to start if possible. And ALWAYS take your oars just in case. Have Fun!