FIVE JON BOAT ESSENTIALS

rprice1012 · Mar 4, 2012

I recently acquired my grandfather's 14ft jon boat. With the exception of some old, plastic swivel seats, 5hp motor and a trailer, it's pretty bare bones. If there were FIVE ESSENTIAL ITEMS or ACCESSORIES that a functional, fishing jon boat should have, what would those be? Like most others, I'm on a budget, but I also want to take care of this boat and keep it in the family, as it has been for the past forty years. Thanks in advance for your advice!

Jdholmes · Mar 4, 2012

Trolling motor, fish finder, livewell, rod holders, cup holders....

There are probably more suggestions, but that is what popped into my head,

rprice1012 · Mar 4, 2012

Jdholmes said:
Trolling motor, fish finder, livewell, rod holders, cup holders....

There are probably more suggestions, but that is what popped into my head,

Thanks for the input, jdholmes.

200racing · Mar 5, 2012

i think there are just 3 must have items for all jon boats. comfortable seats,bilge pump and a trolling motor.

after that what you plan to use it for dictates what is needed.

unless you plan to only beat the bank for bass and brim. a fish finder is very usefull.

a lot of rod holders would be nice for cats and panfish.

lights for bowfishing.

00 mod · Mar 5, 2012

Life Jackets, bilge pump, extra plug. Be safe first, then have fun!

Jeff

fender66 · Mar 5, 2012

Life Jackets
First Aid Kit
Trolling motor
Comfortable Seats
Live Well (that can be used for fish when you need it, or storage when you don't need it for fish)

lovedr79 · Mar 5, 2012

Life jacket, good paddle, anchor, fishing rod and tackle box

rprice1012 · Mar 5, 2012

You have all been a great help. Looking forward to Spring so I can put these ideas to use.

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