3 Pontoon Boat

Ok last summer we had about 12-14 people on board our new pontoon boat and the front half went under water when we started going in the middle of the lake, Im sure it was b/c of the weight from 14 ppl but when it was just me, mom, & dad why did it start going under??? We were all in the middle of the boat sitting on the couches except my dad that was driving the boat. It is very disturbing being on the boat when it starts going under water. Has anyone else had this type of problem and why?

Your pontoons are no doubt sectioned, allowing water in only certain areas. "thank goodness".

Tap the front sections as compared to the rear and they should sound different if one has water.

Pull it out if you have a trailer and look for a leak.

Lastly, for safety and peace of mind, have your dealer test it.

2007-03-10 20:44:51 by sam

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In a river

Most draw a lot less than 3 feet. Many just a foot even loaded so unless you're planning on loading that boat to the point of sinking, you'll still be floating in 3 feet but you better hope there are no large boulders lying about and keep the lower drive unit (or outboard) up a bit or you'll ding a prop.

2009-03-22 09:13:24 by Bshfg

Price: $44.79 $29.95

Constructed of marine grade, UV resistant vinyl
Rubber football needle valve for easy inflation and long life
Comes with attachment strap

I have built a 3 hull 8 man pontoon boat. It is 13' x 8'. It has three hull's and a wood framed platform 10' x 8'. There is a tiki hut framed canopy covering the platform with 3' high bamboo siding around the perimeter. There is wood framed benches running along the back and both sides. I have framed a 2" x 6" motor mount along the back of the hull's. I'm thinking of getting a 8 to 9.9 hp outboard motor for it. I have not the slightest clue how I'm going to steer this boat. There is a 3' low wall that runs along the back of the boat and the out board motor will mount about 2'-6" behind the captains seat. How can I connect a steering system or connect an extension to the throtle where I can steer the boat? Please help?

get yourself some PTO cables, secure em to the motor bracket, you can use a steering wheel but youll only be turning like 130 degrees total so a lever would do just as well.

some people preffer a strait mechanical linkage, like steering on a truck, but for a little pontoon that wasnt built to have remote steering, it would be more cost effective to use PTO cables.

i wish i could post a drawing i just made... it makes perfect sense when you 'see' it.

2007-07-27 19:08:15 by Jason H

Price: $499.99 $159.97

Eight-foot pontoons and six-foot, three-piece aluminum oars; Class I river rating; 48-pound weight and 350-pound weight capacity; measures 55 by 29 by 96 inches (W x H x D) assembled
Includes limited one-year manufacturer's warranty
Unique one-person pontoon paddle boat collapses into rolling duffel bag for easy storage and transport to the water

The water will freeze about 3" thick.

Yes, damage can occur at 1" plus.

2008-11-06 14:10:58 by JerryD

I would like to buy my first boat, I have 3 small boys, and I leave by a nice calm lake here in TN.
I can only fit a 20ft boat on my garage.
What is the main difference from a Deck Boat or Pontoon boat, both look similar from the inside, but is it the handle, trailing very different? I appreciate any imput, thanks for your help!!
David

The Pontoon boat is just that two pontoons and a flat deck usually for a nice slow ride around the lake for Bar B Que's and fishing and swimming. The Deck boat is designed for the same things but with the versatility of a runabout where you can usually pull a tube or skier. Both will be larger boats and may not fit in the area you have. Both are good choices and with the limited Space you may want to consider a nice small run about . It will cost you less and still have versatility. A good open bow is nice or a cuddy if you prefer to have a cabin area to get out of the wind if needed.

2007-06-05 20:33:55 by David A