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G3 1448LW Jon Boat
***We're looking for a boat to basically use as a moving raft in small
lakes. Not concerned about speed or fancy design but very concerned
about stability and room, We've been looking at a G3 1448LW jon boat
and think it might be the solution to our particulat boating needs.***Understand that G3 has a good reputation for building solid boats.
Also understand that with our limited use a riveted jon will suffice
and there's really no need for the extra expense of a welded boat. ***Finally, we plan to put a Briggs and Stratton 5hp outboard on it for
two reasons. 1--You can't beat the price and 2--do we really need more
to shove that square, flat front jon around the lake at 5-10 mph? ***Now comes the important part of this post....HELP!!! Opinions,
personal experiences, etc. are welcomed and appreciated. Whaddya
think? -KCB |
kcb559
Oct 19
2005
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| You'd be better off getting a price on a trailer, boat and motor as a
package - G3 is owned by Yamaha and you will probably get a deal on a
package. As to the Briggs and Stratton, don't - you will be sorry you did. It's
essentially a lawnmower engine on a prop shaft and while they may be
cheap, they are loud, inefficient and a total waste of money. I've
never owned one, but I know guys how have them on duck boats and were
sorry they ever even thought of the idea. Their lower units are also suspect - hit a rock, break a prop shaft. You'd be much better off with a standard outboard rather than a kluge
from B&S. |
Shortwave
Oct 20
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