Very, very nice! The cleanest looking DIY for a Excursion bimini I’ve seen so far.
@zanderbrown1527
3 жыл бұрын
I've gotten so many ideas from all of your videos. Thank you for posting them
@PRDMRE
6 жыл бұрын
Well done! Thanks for the ideas. I think you will find a silver tarp will be noticeably cooler.
@brandonjackson1926
4 жыл бұрын
Great videos, man. Thanks for sharing. I'm stoked to get started on mine for my family. I want something that we can use and enjoy and will be able to take camping with us since I can't tow a camper and boat simultaneously. Great job!
@brianvandy4002
3 жыл бұрын
I was just thinking of how I could do this so everything could still be easily removed. If you put D-rings on the ends of the steering rod attached to the motor then used caribeners to attach the cables it would be an easy disconnect. Then extra eye bolts on the box to hook those onto to retain tension so the cable doesn't come unwound or come off the other pulleys. I'm thinking if you take the cable from the port side steering bar to the starboard side of the box, go through the box on that side, lead the line to the front-inside of the box, then to the front center, then do the opposite for the starboard steering cable you could mount the wheel on the front of the box. Then you just figure out how to wind each cable so that turning the wheel to port turns the boat to port and vice-a-versa. When you disconnect the clips from the steering rod you could hook them to eye hooks on the opposite side of the box to retain tension. You'd only need about 3 pulleys for each cable thsi way and the box can just be lifted out and into the back of your truck or SUV. Make your floor in three sections of foldable in half and that becomes easily portable also. Then just toss the battery box, bimini top, and motor in the vehicle and deflate the boat. Boom, still portable. No trailer needed. You can probably tell I've been thinking about this.
@justineruth_
4 жыл бұрын
Great modifications & video, I learned something new, thank you for posting this!
@GuidosDad
11 ай бұрын
Nicely done !
@ranchdressing1037
Ай бұрын
I bought a knox 4 bow top and used your method of tying into the oar mounts with a pvc "rail".
@lho10101
6 жыл бұрын
This was just the video I was looking for. Thanks.
@RobShambaugh
6 жыл бұрын
Glad it helped.
@quarkkinoanimals5444
6 ай бұрын
Thanks a lot! My next project is this. Amazing and detailed video. On next one we'll all going to know what to improve :).
@user-ri8fn6sz7z
2 күн бұрын
That is a damn fine mod. I have the same boat but they changed the oar locks so I don't think your design will work on mine. But I am going to give it a shot.
@newageautotechnology
2 жыл бұрын
Great build simple design that works.
@ourteamconceptselite9139
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing, that looks awesome...
@leehasson1021
4 жыл бұрын
Great build
@mattpeterson4351
2 жыл бұрын
You are very skilled sir ✌🏻
@calprinicus
Жыл бұрын
This is brilliant! Thanks for sharing.
@n.g.1577
Жыл бұрын
Nice sail boat!
@Farkles1
5 жыл бұрын
Outstanding job. Thanks for posting.
@stephenowens1965
4 жыл бұрын
You're a Beast!!!! And an Inspiration.
@RobShambaugh
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks! This was a fun project!
@millersbaits8819
4 жыл бұрын
Nice job bro, I just bought one learn a lot thanks for posting just subbed to you 👍
@HardShellSlimySnail
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for sharing! I aspire!
@johnturransky426
Жыл бұрын
Been nice to left measurements, parts list and sizes. Pretty cool man
@electricbeing993
4 жыл бұрын
Yes man yes. Thank u for posting this. If u dont mind, i would like to copy this design. Creating a boat of my dreams. Im buying this boat from amazon and didnt know i could modify it until i went on youtube for reviews of it. I subbed. Great channel.
@RobShambaugh
4 жыл бұрын
Heck yeah! I don't have any patents or anything on these ideas, so copy away!
@erickcarneiro9085
5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the vid. I am from Uruguay, the price of a canopy here is U$S700, my boat cost U$S1100 (2,90m). LOL. I am going to buil one like yours. You are like a do it yourself hero. Thank you.
@RobShambaugh
5 жыл бұрын
LOL. DIY Hero. I might have to put that on a t-shirt
@walterhynson2898
4 жыл бұрын
real nic job and a super good idea
@kevinair7648
3 жыл бұрын
Good video i just bought one of them boats im in UK. And its good to show .what I cud do with mine .no trailer so ill try .cheers
@aaron8903
Жыл бұрын
Nice man !!!
@REVIEW_JUJUR
5 жыл бұрын
Neat setup
@RobShambaugh
5 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@legallykettlebells
4 жыл бұрын
Great Job I am about to purchase the same boat, wondering if you could share the list of materials and instructions to build the canopy top :)
@timmcdole4679
4 жыл бұрын
Looks great, would love to see a video of it out on the water. Unless you already did one.
@LB-lx8iq
4 жыл бұрын
You are a genius
@andrewfurste9654
4 жыл бұрын
You did a great job. I am trying to make one but cannot use the oar holes like you did. I need those to row.
@Anthongolong69Z
2 жыл бұрын
Trust me u want a motor
@stampedetrail2003
2 жыл бұрын
Wow that's clever.
@bradfordloebs8133
2 жыл бұрын
I'm considering a similar project and really like your setup. My only concern is how the PVC holds up? Is it noisy when you're on the water? What draws me to the PVC is how lightweight and easy to DIY it is.
@arturog17
Жыл бұрын
Nice!!👍🏻
@johntoth3881
4 жыл бұрын
Nice job, this is want to make for my job boat. How did you figure out how long to make the side pipes and where to put the hinges to get it to fold down when not using it? Again great video!!! Any help would be appreciated. 🇺🇸
@eloficialfreddy7524
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for your video's i \'m also making mod on my EX-5 almost done need to mod the same trailer from HB and also attach the motor to my wood box better secure and next The Bimini-Canopy Top....WISH YOU WERE HERE..LOL!!!!!! Peace Bro.
@kaienne1
4 жыл бұрын
Hi! Awesome job! Do mind if I ask what the total spend was for the Bimini top?
@brianvandy4002
3 жыл бұрын
How tall is the bimini from the floor of the boat? Enough for a 6-footer to be able to stand up?
@cortex__gaming2798
4 жыл бұрын
Does yours ever loose air over the coarse of a couple hours? 2 - 3?
@whittlingcowboy
Жыл бұрын
Well Done! Do you have pipe measurements available and what is your boat length?
@jjcjr009
2 жыл бұрын
Good job!👍 Except for the cap,😁
@wichitaflyer
Жыл бұрын
Hi Rob: do you happen to have a parts list available for the canopy? I’d like to build one for my Excursion 5
@captainmarkgray8856
6 жыл бұрын
Nice looking mod! Cool.
@RobShambaugh
6 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@gennadiykonopolskiy5090
2 жыл бұрын
I wish you a wonderful good day and greet you from the Ukraine. I plan to build such a canopy - I'm thrilled with your work, how precisely and accurately everything was done. Do you perhaps still have the plans and drawings with the details of all the parts and the great for your wonderful and perfect work? I thank you 1000 times in advance. Many greetings. Gennadiy ......
@hectorleobardosotomarquez5306
6 жыл бұрын
yo compre anua en que medida puedo cortar la tabla que lleba dentro
@brandonnelson103
4 жыл бұрын
How’s the boat holding up
@bucketmanreo
5 жыл бұрын
Hey how do you like that boat in general? We are looking to get it for some snorkeling and other small water trips. I noticed you did the wood floor conversation. Is that a must or just did it to help for fishing etc?
@RobShambaugh
5 жыл бұрын
It's surprisingly sturdy once you add the floor. To be honest, I never tried it without the floor, but I did a bunch of research before I bought mine and everyone said the floor is a necessity. I would imagine it's pretty flimsy without it. Generally speaking, I'm super happy with it. However, I did end up buying an aluminum jon boat (I have a video on that conversion) because I fish in some rocky rivers, and I'm in the middle of restoring an 18ft fiberglass bass boat (gotta go faster)
@sabugdalantx
4 жыл бұрын
Very nice too bad you don't sell this Intex Excursion 5 Boat Set Canopy dyi kit!Amazing.
@kennagel3989
3 жыл бұрын
Does it do well in the wind?
@MrRazor99
Жыл бұрын
If you melt the ends of your nylon rope, or also paranoid, it'll keep it from fraying.
@klb9142
9 ай бұрын
👍🏾
@krystalmontesino6482
4 жыл бұрын
how tall is it again is it 10 feet tall and 5 ffeet wide please let me know
@mikemorgan4412
5 жыл бұрын
I like every thing you did to modify the boat, good job. Now I feel better about myself because most of the time I do not know the names of most of the components that I use when building something. How is it on the water?
@RobShambaugh
5 жыл бұрын
These things are stable as can be on the water. I also have a 12 foot jon boat that is not nearly as stable, but it can go faster in the water because of its shape. But for just trolling around, the excursions are great choice
@arricastro5543
4 жыл бұрын
Ques. What size dia. are those mounts that the pipes go thru that are attached to your boat?
@RobShambaugh
4 жыл бұрын
Which ones are you talking about?
@user-ri8fn6sz7z
2 күн бұрын
Sun fabric would have better UV protection.
@flyfisherbob16
7 жыл бұрын
Lookin good.....I notice on alot of inflatable boat vids I don't see registration numbers or reg stickers affixed to the front bow port/starboard......I'm in Calif. and it's a requirement for any motorized vessel over 10 ft.
@RobShambaugh
7 жыл бұрын
I'm in Virginia and it has to be registered if it has any type of motor. I have a temporary registration in one of the bench seats, but I've been told Fish and Game is 6 months behind. And the registration is only good for 3 months. smh
@RobShambaugh
7 жыл бұрын
When I do *finally* get the registration, I'll put it on some sort of board like other folks have done and hang it from the side.
@flyfisherbob16
7 жыл бұрын
But, doesn't Virginia require you to display it on the boat at ALL times.....so, you're saying if F&G is behind by 6 months you get a free ticket to skate for awhile......sorry, I'm confused!!
@RobShambaugh
7 жыл бұрын
In Virginia, you have to mail the application and payment to F&G. You can't walk into an office (at least not in my area of VA) with an application and walk out with a registration. The DMV will take your application and fax it to F&G, but that's it. The DMV also gives you the temporary paper registration which has to say in the boat. The permanent license has to be displayed, if you ever receive it.
@nickv4847
5 жыл бұрын
I am in Ohio and mine is required to be registered
@markweatherall7437
3 жыл бұрын
Great video but what if you needed to use your oars and row? What do you do?
@brianvandy4002
3 жыл бұрын
The Tee and Elbow that lock the pipe into the oar locks are threaded. He can unscrew either the front or rear one, pop the pipe out of the oar lock, then use the oars. he obviously wouldn't be able to use the awning at the same time as the oars. Actually, thinking about it, if he pulls the rear of the awning support out of the oar lock, it might just sit on the side of the boat while he used the oars. Would have to test that. Regardless, it is easy to remove the rear or front of the awning from the oar lock temporarily.
@1centerwall
6 жыл бұрын
I love the mods you have done. I am going to be buying an Excursion 5 and will be doing similar mods. Could you measure the lengths of your pvc pieces for your bimini top and share that with me?
@RobShambaugh
6 жыл бұрын
The three pieces of 1" PVC on each side are 48", 65", 89". Dry-fit it first to make sure it's all lining up the way you want. Good luck!
@1centerwall
6 жыл бұрын
Thank you sir
@zakaria600
6 жыл бұрын
and you can use it as a sail in case of the battery is out
@RobShambaugh
6 жыл бұрын
Haha. I'll keep that in mind.
@asulliv1954
7 жыл бұрын
Do you leave it inflated all the time?that looks like a professional boat,wow!!
@RobShambaugh
7 жыл бұрын
Yeah, I leave it inflated on the trailer in my driveway with a tarp over it. Too much work to take it apart and put it back together every time I want to put it on the lake
@robertworley9623
4 жыл бұрын
Did anyone get measurements or a supplies list
@bryanhauschild4376
6 жыл бұрын
“If the women dont find you handsome at least they can find you handy.”
@RobShambaugh
6 жыл бұрын
I'm hoping my wife finds both :)
@smiliviy_orel
2 жыл бұрын
Не понимаю язык, но видео очень понравилось. Подписался из Украины.
@krisnickfffs
4 жыл бұрын
This is great! Do you remember how much you spent more or less?
@arturtakishev3498
5 жыл бұрын
What’s the height from the floor up to the tent? Can you stand under this Bimini on the boat or you could only seat?
@RobShambaugh
5 жыл бұрын
I'm 6'2" (188cm) and I can stand under it, barely.
@arturtakishev3498
5 жыл бұрын
Rob Shambaugh can you share the dimensions: height, width and length?
@arturtakishev3498
5 жыл бұрын
I’m looking forward to see your boat live on water? How Bimini stands on the wind, is it stable enough? Please make the video of your boat with Bimini on water.
@MrJustus88
4 жыл бұрын
Great idea, those canopies are way too much on Amazon
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