17mph for this 224cc powered Mud-Skipper long tail mud motor mounted to a 14’ modified V hull
We’re taking this lightweight, heavy-duty setup through everything a standard outboard hates—shallow rocky creeks, thick vegetation, tight timber, and yes, we even jump a beaver dam!
If you’ve been looking for an affordable, DIY mud motor setup for hunting, fishing, or exploring hard-to-reach waters, this video is for you.
🛠️ Build Specs & Gear Used
Motor Kit: Mud Skipper Long Tail Mud Motor Kit
Engine: 224cc Gasoline Engine
Boat: 14-Foot Aluminum Jon Boat
Learn More: Visit
Mud-Skipper.com for kits and pricing.
Building a DIY mud boat doesn’t have to break the bank. By pairing a standard 14ft Jon boat with a 224cc engine and a long tail surface drive kit, you get a lightweight shallow-water setup that can handle hidden logs, mud flats, and shallow rivers with ease. It’s the ultimate budget setup for duck hunting and backcountry fishing.
Kits start for as litte as $295
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