ALUMINUM BASS BOAT FULL BUILD | Basstracker Pro 17 |Start to Finish

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  • @jasontoth5947
    @jasontoth5947 2 роки тому +33

    Dude. You’re on another plane of craftsmanship and thoughtfulness with your designs and builds. Admired your work since your first boat and it inspired me to rip up a 1985 14ft Alumacraft I was gifted and convert it to a bass boat. Ain’t even in the stratosphere of your work but the effort and project helped me out of a bad little turn of life. There are people with a true understanding and dedication to a craft. People who just have an eye for such precision and quality that few others can see. Seriously man. A gift. I love seeing your process for no other reason than the joy in the making. Can’t wait to see where you take all this. Props.

    • @AnthonyJonesBrigadeBoats
      @AnthonyJonesBrigadeBoats  2 роки тому +7

      Man, thanks so much for leaving that! Words can't describe how awesome it is to get feedback like that and know viewers are excited about what I'm doing, it helps fuel the fire! I'm energized that you enjoy and can either use as inspiration/ help with your own project or as entertainment. Thanks again man, I appreciate you 👊

    • @anthonysupplee858
      @anthonysupplee858 2 роки тому +1

      There’s very few do it all well people. It’s even harder for those do it all well types to make a living building. I’m envious and very happy you found a way to do what you love everyday! Keep it up brotha.

  • @billyray8904
    @billyray8904 2 місяці тому +2

    Inspired. Not only from the craftsmanship but the editing to tell the story puts you in a class above the rest.

  • @Bmac_27__
    @Bmac_27__ 2 роки тому +14

    Having redone a bass boat myself very recently I appreciate this so much. Everyone wants to do a rebuild boat but fail to realize the amount of work it takes great job man that was a ton of work!

  • @markwells1749
    @markwells1749 Рік тому +1

    Skill, ability, and patience, you're the hero. I don't know what you charge, but it's not enough. I watch very very few videos from start to finish but once I got started, I couldn't stop watching this one. Years ago, I'd started a similar project, and all I got was frustrated and wound up giving the darn boat away. I'm not known as quitter, but I will tap out when I see it's hopeless, ha. Excellent Job!

  • @cuppy8688
    @cuppy8688 28 днів тому

    I have a 2003 Trutin aluminum boat and im about to start the same project. Feeling a little overwhelmed but you set my mind at ease...thank you

  • @beniscooked
    @beniscooked 2 роки тому

    You just saved me a truckload of time with the 1996 17' Tracker Pro Team I just bought (first ever boat). I had to troubleshoot a leaking hull and I found a leaking rivet (just repaired w/G Flex epoxy) but found a much larger leak in the through-hull port for the live well gravity drain. I thought I was going to have to remove the foam in the storage container that sits above the gravity drain hose to the port in the starboard side of the hull, and then cut through the bottom of the aluminum of the storage area to get at the gravity drain to through hull hose -- but I glimpsed the hole underneath the seat behind the steering wheel in your video. Tonight I just removed some rivets, pulled the seat and boom -- easy access to remove the 90-degree live well drain connection and hose to replace with all new parts and fix the leak. SUBSCRIBED

  • @mikekittrell9059
    @mikekittrell9059 Рік тому

    In the process of remodeling my father in laws 1985 15' bass boat. I'm using your design and really appreciate your channel. Restored my 1999 joat boat last year.

  • @Bones6856
    @Bones6856 2 роки тому +1

    I just purchased a 1990 bass tracker and your videos are going to be a tremendous help to me. Thank you.

  • @johnnysellers8213
    @johnnysellers8213 2 роки тому +19

    How much did it cost to do all the work you did

    • @corysturgis6660
      @corysturgis6660 8 місяців тому

      Of I had to guess 15grand at a minimum

    • @medicinaljourney5505
      @medicinaljourney5505 8 місяців тому

      @@corysturgis6660way less than that

    • @ryze1120
      @ryze1120 7 місяців тому +1

      @@corysturgis6660hell no more like 2k-5k

    • @bobthediverdudemerrick6811
      @bobthediverdudemerrick6811 3 місяці тому

      The Labor is what costs. You have to keep in mind that you can purchase a new Pro Tracker for 18K, so no way is someone going to spend more than that on a rebuild.

  • @mordwit
    @mordwit Рік тому

    I have this exact model of boat but a year older and after the tear down the absolute daunting scale of the task was overwhelming. My friend, your videos have given me hope and confidence that i needed to keep trucking and realise this is not a weekend project and time and care is what was needed. Thanks bro, i love ur video's they're so helpful and 100% inspirational. You gave me the tools needed to get this project done.

  • @corysturgis6660
    @corysturgis6660 8 місяців тому

    Incredible man. Nice clean thoughtful work. Loved how you included your customers reaction.

  • @MarshallLanier-uy7gy
    @MarshallLanier-uy7gy Рік тому

    I am currently doing a rebuild of a 35 year old Fisher Marine Grey Thunder 16 foot bass boat, and I am incorporating ideas from this build, as well as the Alumacraft Bandit rebuild.
    You have some awesome ideas and techniques that make a rebuild look a heckuva lot nicer and mo-betta!
    Awesome work my man.

  • @Zach-K7FC
    @Zach-K7FC 2 роки тому +4

    Your work is amazing. That boat looks like it would be so much fun. That size seems just right. Big enough to be comfortable but small enough to move the trailer by hand.

  • @bobthediverdudemerrick6811
    @bobthediverdudemerrick6811 3 місяці тому

    This is Next Level type stuff. What an amazing level of craftsmanship. The amount of pride in this work, wow...

  • @badbatdesigns
    @badbatdesigns 2 роки тому +1

    I have one in Alabama that needs restoring. Great job.

  • @cheetoz6902
    @cheetoz6902 2 роки тому

    Brother you got some serious skills and attention to detail is a 10of10. A magician in your craft. Looks freaking great

  • @prestoisakilla813
    @prestoisakilla813 7 місяців тому

    the attention to detail here is amazing brother! i am a sucker for the little things... but this guy got a deal on this boat. the pride and attention that went into this was just awesome, from the pole light clips, to the strut mounts. you couldve just tossed the lights in there or just not used struts and that wouldve been fine, but you went that extra mile. awesome build brother.

  • @GettingBentWithBo
    @GettingBentWithBo 3 місяці тому

    That was an absolute INSANE transformation my god.

  • @pvipvi328
    @pvipvi328 2 роки тому +1

    Bro. I just bought an old bass tracker list from hurricane harvey. I would never thought it could come out anything near that nice. Awesome and on another level.

  • @trippinoutwardz
    @trippinoutwardz 2 місяці тому

    Awesome job! Reminds me when I redid my 89. I also drew my new electronic wiring diagram in color in AutoCad. Love your design. Keep it up!!

  • @1thadjpj
    @1thadjpj 2 роки тому

    You are truly an artist. I have adopted a 1998 Bass Tracker Pro 17 and I can only dream of ever having a boat like you have created. Thanks for motivating me to keep working to get my "project" completed.

  • @theevilgenius2262
    @theevilgenius2262 Рік тому

    Shortly before my dad passed away, I got his 1995 bass tracker, pro 17 that I actually grew up on fishing with him hundreds of times. By the time I got it it was ruined. It’s set up for many years either in the baking sun or under oak trees. Pretty much the only thing that was good was the actual boat itself. I wish I would’ve had the patience to film myself restoring it. I put more money into the boat than it would cost to buy it brand new, but it is worth way more than that to me. That is why I have been brought to this video. I am literally working on it now. just tweaking some stuff before the summer.

  • @ernestmonroe8728
    @ernestmonroe8728 2 роки тому +1

    Bro I love the attention to detail in your work. I’m afraid I can’t offer any suggestions or comments other than awesome work, a true credit to your craft.

  • @kylecorrow702
    @kylecorrow702 8 місяців тому +1

    Bro you killed this build. This is probably the nicest boat rebuild on UA-cam please keep these coming. Would love to know how much these cost to rebuild

  • @Vassmotorsports
    @Vassmotorsports Рік тому +3

    Unbelievably impressive work. You definitely have a lot of patintience, I'm redoing my bass tracker 175 right now and your videos are very helpful and inspiring ,

    • @AnthonyJonesBrigadeBoats
      @AnthonyJonesBrigadeBoats  Рік тому +1

      Thanks so much man! Hope your project turns out the way you envisioned! Glad the videos are if service.

  • @davidlambert2283
    @davidlambert2283 6 місяців тому

    You are the best I have ever seen. Great work dude and thanks for sharing!

  • @hammer9856
    @hammer9856 2 роки тому +9

    First... WOW!!! Second... You did all that in just 150 hours!!! Amazing!!! You have your craft down to a science. Curious question: How much did all the parts and materials cost?

    • @capspik
      @capspik 2 роки тому

      15k?

    • @lordfluff1322
      @lordfluff1322 Рік тому

      This is a skill, a skill with talent, but a skill nonetheless. He’s probably built dozens of boats before so he knows all the ins and outs and tips and tricks to make a boat from bare metal with ribs showing to a fully complete masterpiece that’s also cost efficient too.

    • @lordfluff1322
      @lordfluff1322 Рік тому +1

      @@capspik you’d be surprised the same carpet he uses in this video can be bought for around 13.46, I have a budget, you could do all of this for about 200 hundred dollars, given marine grade plywood prices right now. The 200 dollar budget is just 50 dollars more than the 150 dollar budget Im working with and I’m still clearing about 36.40 dollars after taxes. Not a lot but it could go a long way to pay for anything wrong with the engine that I would also have to fix since my motor is a little bit older model.

  • @lugnutzz75
    @lugnutzz75 2 роки тому +1

    Awesome build and video. Your attention to minute details is way over the top. True craftsman that cares. I got a list a gazillion miles long now on mine now.

  • @curtisgore1611
    @curtisgore1611 2 роки тому

    That was awesome! The time and effort was a labor of love. Whatever he paid you you earned every penny!

  • @sjjones7500
    @sjjones7500 2 роки тому

    Bro you absolutely SLAYED THIS REBUILD!!!!

  • @DieselDaxBBQ
    @DieselDaxBBQ 2 роки тому

    I live in Georgia also, I'm a huge fan, love all your builds. I have a 93 tracker tx17 that I want to redo and this is the exact video I needed! Thank you.

  • @Darren-k3f
    @Darren-k3f Рік тому +1

    Anthony was wondering where did u get that gator gaurd for the front of that bass tracker in this video??

  • @STKST-db7kt
    @STKST-db7kt Рік тому

    Great price and well built. Bought it for my twelve foot boat to get around the lake. Very powerful and easy to install.

  • @neilbloy1458
    @neilbloy1458 Рік тому

    Brilliant!!!
    Outstanding work done on this boat, had me glued from beginning to end. Subscribed

    • @AnthonyJonesBrigadeBoats
      @AnthonyJonesBrigadeBoats  Рік тому +1

      Awesome, thank you!

    • @neilbloy1458
      @neilbloy1458 Рік тому

      @@AnthonyJonesBrigadeBoats gonna redo the deck in my boat and add a steering console. Learned a lot watching your videos bro, thanks

  • @mgm_coma219
    @mgm_coma219 2 роки тому

    Wow! Fantastic work and attention to detail. Most people don't take that much pride in their work especially if its not for themselves. Very well done!

  • @NeilGraham.I.M.F
    @NeilGraham.I.M.F Рік тому

    Got to be the most beautiful 97 tracker on the water. Great work

  • @roberthall3751
    @roberthall3751 11 місяців тому

    I think the work youre doing in great. Videos are informative, easy to follow. Keep up the great work!!!

  • @curtwarkentin2887
    @curtwarkentin2887 2 роки тому

    Dang, that was awesome. That is one lucky guy to end up with a boat like that.

  • @bobhetherington811
    @bobhetherington811 11 місяців тому

    Very nice work. Attention to detail was incredible. I’m redoing a 87 16 ft Lowe angler pro. Learned a lot from this video thank you

  • @mikemeyerphotopro
    @mikemeyerphotopro Рік тому

    Id love to see this broken down into smaller yet longer segments. The boats always look amazing :)

  • @skywalkerfishing8154
    @skywalkerfishing8154 2 роки тому +1

    Yo!!! Another extraordinary build bro!! Your attention to detail is unreal man. Good stuff!!

  • @maddgoatee9708
    @maddgoatee9708 2 роки тому +1

    Great craftsmanship. You could tell you built this boat the way you would build it for yourself. Fine care and attention to detail. New subscriber.

  • @TheRealIdleTime
    @TheRealIdleTime 2 роки тому

    Bruh, so many nice details to count! Homerun hit on this. Great work dude.

  • @thomassater3462
    @thomassater3462 2 роки тому

    Absolutely stunning, cuzzin! This is why I love watching your videos...it's always top-notch work, and I learn new things every time. Keep it up!

  • @EpicValleysStill
    @EpicValleysStill 2 роки тому

    That’s a fresh unit. Great work

  • @johntalbert6096
    @johntalbert6096 2 роки тому

    Nice work, I found you researching converting live well to recalculation , We just got done completely replacing, upgrading our 1990 Lund 16' Rebel Mr. Pike. You are using your skills perfectly. Keep up the good work.

  • @Hunt_MASS
    @Hunt_MASS 9 місяців тому

    Great build, super clean looks great!

  • @slingnstixscrappiefishing8859
    @slingnstixscrappiefishing8859 2 роки тому

    My friend you done an amazing job. I’m sure the customer was very pleased great job pal.💪💯

  • @tomhill4765
    @tomhill4765 2 роки тому

    Wow! Nice work. I have an 18.5 ft 1994 Pro Tracker I would like to upgrade. Last summer, I did replace the fuse panel with a similiar one you installed on this boat. I am now inspired to do a complete make over of my boat. Your video showed me that it can be done. Next winters project maybe. 🤔

  • @TheTerryd5150
    @TheTerryd5150 15 годин тому

    I really enjoyed that one.

  • @123balsa
    @123balsa 2 роки тому +1

    You are a very talented person. Keep up the good work. Looking forward to future videos.

  • @jeffisonify
    @jeffisonify Рік тому

    Just found your channel. Your craftsmanship is fantastic! Beautiful finished project.

  • @willhodgson3435
    @willhodgson3435 2 роки тому +1

    Really wish I had this skill set, have a 91 bass tracker pro 17 I picked up a few weeks ago. It’s in great condition but I’d like to clean up some wiring and I’m horrible at electrical lol

  • @timj8151
    @timj8151 2 роки тому

    Hey Anthony you do great work. My nephew has a boat but it’s not a bass tracker it’s one his late grandfather gave him that they use to striper fish in Lake Murray it needs the wood and carpet replaced and he was trying to find someone who could do it. There is nobody around us that does. I’m gonna tell him about you. We live in upstate SC.

  • @vwmountainman9701
    @vwmountainman9701 2 роки тому

    Very nice work !!!!
    Excellent thought process on making & using things to get them to work properly.
    I work for a boat manufacturer. I can not say who other than - it is not the maker of the boat u are working on.
    Very nice work -

  • @ghostflame953
    @ghostflame953 Рік тому

    Super nice job! Very impressed with your attention to detail in all areas. Keep up the great work! Craftsmanship seems almost forgotten these days. 👍👍

  • @redstephens9218
    @redstephens9218 Рік тому

    I am amazed!! Well done!!!!

  • @jefferyswisher6975
    @jefferyswisher6975 2 роки тому

    Just an outstanding job on that boat, better then new.

  • @chancestewart4861
    @chancestewart4861 2 роки тому

    Dang dude, that is some nice work. I just bought my first boat, a 2006 G3 1756. I’m all about Camo so it just called my name. Carpet looks awesome but I love the low maintenance without it on my boat. However, it lacks storage and I really wish the console was moved ahead a bit to utilize a bench seat or 2 seats with console like you did with cup holders. May have to do a little renovation project when I find some time.

  • @jonpatterson5668
    @jonpatterson5668 Рік тому

    Sweet thats actually the boat i have , thanks for all the ideas

  • @pturner15
    @pturner15 2 роки тому

    Bad ass resto! I'm OCD as it gets and that wiring job was 🤌👌! Beautiful work! And GO DAWGS!!

  • @steelshotproductions
    @steelshotproductions 2 роки тому

    That is straight gangster! Impressed

  • @jeffhudson4817
    @jeffhudson4817 9 місяців тому

    Great job and it looks very clean. Well done…

  • @bryanniahunter1147
    @bryanniahunter1147 Рік тому

    Awesome work! Can you use 3/4" flooring instead of 1/2" flooring?

  • @jethrogaming2358
    @jethrogaming2358 Рік тому

    This is an awesome video. Any chance you have information for the fasteners to reattach the windscreen?

  • @GoneWalkabout
    @GoneWalkabout Рік тому

    Beautiful work!

  • @tedlincolnsfishinglife
    @tedlincolnsfishinglife 2 роки тому +2

    Nice job man! I’ve looked at those tackle tray storage bins online so nice to see it installed.

    • @AnthonyJonesBrigadeBoats
      @AnthonyJonesBrigadeBoats  2 роки тому +1

      Thank you. I appreciate it. Yeah this one was a few hundred bucks i believe, again customer ordered. You'd think thats a lot but i was impressed with the quality. I guess you get what you pay for.

    • @tedlincolnsfishinglife
      @tedlincolnsfishinglife 2 роки тому +1

      @@AnthonyJonesBrigadeBoats yeah the price is way I never got one but looked worth the money.

    • @badbatdesigns
      @badbatdesigns 2 роки тому

      The storage bins are way cool.

  • @kennydixon9591
    @kennydixon9591 2 роки тому

    I have looked at almost all your videos and you are amazing at your craft. I wish I could get that way. I have worked at a boat plant in the past. The place made McKee Craft boats and it was a good experience for me and I enjoyed it very much. Sorry I keep bothering you but I would like to know all I need to do to get my boat like this and how much time I will be looking at.

    • @AnthonyJonesBrigadeBoats
      @AnthonyJonesBrigadeBoats  2 роки тому +2

      Thanks so much. I believe I had around 150 labor hours in this project. I replied to your previous comment, you can email me at brigadeboats@gmail.com

  • @triplexoutdoors559
    @triplexoutdoors559 Рік тому

    A lot of help! Going to be restoring my bass tracker 175 soon

  • @justchillen2012
    @justchillen2012 2 роки тому

    The group 29 is that a starter motor for all the electronics or a deep cycle. I have the same boat but won't be using the outboard much so would it be better to get a deep cycle since the outboard won't be charging the starter battery often?

  • @Bru_Dog1
    @Bru_Dog1 4 місяці тому

    would be interesting to know more on the cost of these boats renovations (labor material) stuff. I ask because this boat for example runs about 24K brand new I believe... I want to say a renovation is cheaper but.....??? is it in the long run??

  • @wellhookedWA
    @wellhookedWA 4 місяці тому

    Amazing job!

  • @rogm45
    @rogm45 2 роки тому

    Love your work .. Man u do excellent work .. Props to you man .. God given talent is only way I can explain the excellent work you do .. Keep it up .. Learning a few things on every build you do .. Great job !!

  • @kennydixon9591
    @kennydixon9591 Рік тому

    Hey would you put that foam flooring in one of these boats and how do you think it would work. Can it be done?

  • @csgoloby1
    @csgoloby1 Рік тому

    Have you done any work or thought of working on older fiberglass hulls? 90's Era bass boats?

  • @robertgiddings8711
    @robertgiddings8711 2 роки тому

    You are truly awesome at this. I have the exact same boat and so I’m taking a lot of pointers from you to do mine. Could you do a more in depth video on how exactly you do all your wiring? Thanks man

  • @shawnkratochvil7211
    @shawnkratochvil7211 2 роки тому

    You mentioned saving money by reusing the console. I have a 89 tx17 and like this console, where could I find one?

  • @quintenhughes4725
    @quintenhughes4725 11 місяців тому

    how did you feed the wires threw the gunnels for the LED strips? thanks in advance

  • @outsidewithrodney8240
    @outsidewithrodney8240 Рік тому

    You did a awesome job!!! How much does something like that cost?

  • @tracyhawley8829
    @tracyhawley8829 2 роки тому

    Very impressive a true craftsman.

  • @SuperPappii
    @SuperPappii 2 роки тому

    what paint did you use for the console and what AWG wire did you use for the front fuse block? the positve and negative to the main block?

  • @TheVirginiaStew
    @TheVirginiaStew Рік тому

    Great Job! Awesome Video!

  • @winstonrocco1981
    @winstonrocco1981 2 роки тому

    Great job on the tracker

  • @reeloutdoors9421
    @reeloutdoors9421 2 роки тому

    What kind of carpet did you use and how many yards? Awesome Video and Thanks for sharing it with us!

  • @newmysticvegeta4life
    @newmysticvegeta4life 2 роки тому

    Amazing! I have a Pro Team 18 that I want to do this to! I have no idea where to begin with the Electrical yet but where there is a will there is a way. Excellent Video and craftsmanship thank you.

  • @LightYagami25
    @LightYagami25 2 роки тому +1

    How much does something like this cost and how can I see about hiring your amazing service? I have an ‘88 tracker I bought last Fall and it could use upgraded in wiring and what not. No gas motor anymore. Found out the engine was shot after I bought it so I’m never putting another gas engine on it, trolling motors only.

  • @jameslakes5019
    @jameslakes5019 Рік тому

    Beautiful work

  • @MarshallLanier-uy7gy
    @MarshallLanier-uy7gy Рік тому

    Just a quick question, but instead of trying to figure out the factory wiring, would it not be mo-betta to just strip it out and use entirely new wiring?

  • @tfrantastic
    @tfrantastic 2 роки тому

    I’m redoing this exact same boat. My wires are a disaster. Did you mess with the original Ignition harness or just label it and pout it off to the side? I am going to redo the accessory wiring, but am torn about whether to redo the ignition too. I noticed the wiring on the whole boat is not tinned.

  • @holysmoker10
    @holysmoker10 Рік тому

    Your builds are incredible, only addition I would suggest is, paint the inside lids. You would never know it was not a new boat, till you see the aged aluminum on the bottom of the lid hatches.

  • @cross-eyedcatfishing6952
    @cross-eyedcatfishing6952 Рік тому

    Awesome project and inspiring me to do more to mine. Do you have any info on replacing the pour foam in the aft pods?

  • @chickenshippfarmsandoutdoo4617

    That's beautiful work.

  • @mcdonaldsonions
    @mcdonaldsonions Рік тому

    Awesome job, I have a bass boat I've been pretending I am going to work on but never have the time or even know where to start. Are you for hire or are your videos just meant to be tutorial?

  • @aaronfrechette5646
    @aaronfrechette5646 2 роки тому

    hey just wondering if you have any water proofed comportement in the boat

  • @seanduffy5944
    @seanduffy5944 2 роки тому +1

    Wow 😮 what’s a great job and finish. I have a 1999 bass tracker v16. Very similar doesn’t seem as much changed during the 90’s on these boats. Don’t mean to pry or feel obligated what would you say the cost to do this yourself vs someone like you to do this job is ? Great work keep it up 👍

  • @johnvandyk945
    @johnvandyk945 2 роки тому

    I have the same boat and would love to know how to find some. Love your project!!

  • @blainewigley4622
    @blainewigley4622 Рік тому

    Have you considered using the paint removal disks for your angle grinder for things like adhesive cleanup? relatively cost efficient, easily accessible (even available at walmart) and leave a much more consistent finish

  • @lstaples007
    @lstaples007 2 роки тому

    Wow!, turned out real clean... your a true craftsman... I might steal a couple ideas from ya when I really start re building mine😉...

  • @sayEDBTZ
    @sayEDBTZ 2 роки тому

    I did a restore in this exact boat before. They’re awesome little bass boats. Only thing I would’ve done differently is add a bigger livewell and maybe move those two side hatches back. I fished a tournament out of the one we built and it was relatively small for 5 fish

  • @WestCoastFishingandMore
    @WestCoastFishingandMore Рік тому

    You mention 1/2" Tracker Plywood for the flooring. Where can I buy it. Also, do you know of any templates for the plywood floor? Thanks for your help and also, making this video. I don't think I would have the courage to try this without your guidance.