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Mike Lopez's "GEN-X" Kit: Tiny Boat Nation All-Inclusive Aluminum Frame & Lid Kit
Includes all Frames, Hinges, and Build a DIY Lid system to build a strong, durable, lightweight, and easy-to-build structure for your boat build. These Do-It-Yourself kits make it easy to build your Jon or V-Hull from the ground up with basic skills. The ultimate Jon Boat to Bass Boat Conversion Kit using TBN's Gen-X build kit concept. No welding needed, grab a drill and rivet gun, and go to work building your dream boat!
Includes:
- Aluminum Framing Kit w/ Rivets
- DIY Build a Lid Components
- Piano Hinges
- Free Step-by-Step Video Tutorial Guide ($60 Value)
- Sheet Metal for Lids (Add-On Available for Kit)
GEN X KIT SIZES for Approximate Boat Length
- 10-14 Foot Boats with Basic Design = Starter Kit
- 12-14 Foot Boats with an Advanced Design = Pro Kit
- 15-16 Foot Boats with Advanced Design = BOSS Kit
- 16+ Foot Boats with Advanced design = Monster Kit
AVAILABLE with additional Aluminum Sheet Metal for Lids.
Standard Kits come with framing & lid-making supplies listed below only.
Sheet Metal Contents: 6 pieces of .063" (16"x60") and 6 sheets of .050" (16"x60") Aluminum Sheet
MADE IN USA - Manufactured by Nate's Custom Boats
*For questions, you may contact our TBN Tech Line at (309) 323-8994
KIT PARTS LIST:
STARTER KIT:
| Ft | Part | Qty |
| 6 | 1.5" Angle | 20 |
| 6 | 0.75" Square Tube | 10 |
| 5 | 0.5" Angle | 10 |
| 3/16 x 1/4-3/8 Rivet | 200 | |
| 3/16 x 1/4-3/9 Countersink | 800 | |
| 90 Degree Brackets | 20 | |
| 6 | 2" Piano Hinges | 2 |
| 1/8" Flat Bar | 2 | |
| 1/16" Flat Bar | 5 | |
| Custom Shims | ||
| Save $200+ Over Home Depot |
PRO KIT:
| Ft | Part | Qty |
| 6 | 1.5" Angle | 24 |
| 6 | 0.75" Square Tube | 12 |
| 5 | 0.5" Angle | 12 |
| 3/16 x 1/4-3/8 Rivet | 200 | |
| 3/16 x 1/4-3/9 Countersink | 700 | |
| 90 Degree Brackets | 28 | |
| 6 | 2" Piano Hinges | 2 |
| 6 | 1/8" Flat Bar | 2 |
| 1/16" Flat Bar | 7 | |
| Custom Shims | ||
| 6 | 1" Tube | 2 |
| Save $300+ Over Home Depot |
BOSS KIT:
| Ft | Part | Qty |
| 6 | 1.5" Angle | 30 |
| 6 | 0.75" Square Tube | 15 |
| 5 | 0.5" Angle | 15 |
| 3/16 x 1/4-3/8 Rivet | 200 | |
| 3/16 x 1/4-3/9 Countersink | 1200 |
|
| 90 Degree Brackets + Shims | 40 |
|
| 6 | 2" Piano Hinges | 3 |
| 6 | 1/8" Flat Bar | 3 |
| 1/16" Flat Bar | 10 |
|
| Save $400 + Over Home Depot |
MONSTER KIT:
| Ft | Part | Qty |
| 6 | 1.5" Angle | 35 |
| 6 | 0.75" Square Tube | 25 |
| 5 | 0.5" Angle | 25 |
| 6 | 1" Square Tube | 3 |
| 3/16 x 1/4-3/8 Rivet | 300 |
|
| 3/16 x 1/4-3/9 Countersink | 1200 |
|
| Custom Lid Maker Brackets & Shims | 56 |
|
| 6 | 2" Piano Hinges | 5 |
| 6 | 1/8" Flat Bar | 2 |
| 1/16" Flat Bar | 15 |
|
| Save $600 + Over Home Depot |