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Old March 27th, 2008, 01:16 PM posted to rec.outdoors.fishing.bass
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Default Are riveted jon boats okay?

On Mar 27, 4:50*am, wrote:
On Wed, 26 Mar 2008 20:51:37 -0700 (PDT), jmDesktop

wrote:
I knew a guy that said his leaked at the rivets. *Is that they only
way flat bottom boats are made, "riveted"? *I just want one for small
lake fishing, What are the limits of one, do they tip easily? *Thank
you.


Riveted boats are just fine. *Far less expensive than a 100% welded
model - if you can even find one. *Most flat-bottom jon boats (never
seen any other kind) *are very stable, and ideal for small bodies of
water. *NEVER exceed any of the manufacturer's "limits"....# of
people, weight, horsepower, etc. for ANY boat. *When shopping for one,
it wouldn't hurt to get "a little more than you need".....a bit
longer, more capacity etc .... unless of course you have to carry or
drag it to your fishing hole.

Leaks? *The seam sealants used today are far superior to what they
were ... even 10 years ago, and with proper use, should easily outlast
the owner. *Never use any type of solvent to clean the boat as some
solvents may "attack" the sealant. *Riveted seams can be more durable
than welded seams in that they will "flex" a little more than a welded
seam, which has to be PERFECT. *If a weld is not perfect, it can crack
or even tear with repeated flexings.

Have fun shopping!
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Could small children sit in it and fish, like about five years old?
You don't have to be super still like a canoe do you? Thanks.