
SUNCATCHER FOUNDATION
ONE PIECE EXTRUDED CROSS MEMBERS FORM A SOLID FOUNDATION
The best way to have a superior foundation when building a pontoon boat is by through-bolting one-piece extruded cross members directly to the top of the “U-shaped” floatation logs. This is a more labor-intensive method of construction and very few manufacturers pursue this method.
SUNCATCHER FOUNDATION
CROSS MEMBERS
SunCatcher construction not only through-bolts all cross members directly to high volume “U-shaped” logs but also attaches all cross members to 16″ on center, for the full length of the boat. Others often use 16″ on center for only their premium models, or not at all. We use 16″ on center for ALL models, and this provides unsurpassed strength and rigidity for all SunCatcher foundations.


FOUNDATION BLOCKS
CLOSED-CELL FOAM FOUNDATION
With the additional closed-cell foam floatation blocks inside the logs, SunCatcher construction goes above and beyond the industry standard. It is called “redundant flotation”, and it means that unlike air-filled round logs, you will always have “back-up” flotation even in the unlikely event of log puncture. These lightweight foam blocks do not absorb water and add even more rigidity to the log, which eliminates and increases performance.
U-LOG CONSTRUCTION METHOD
QUALITY YOU CAN TRUST
Other manufacturers using spot-welded “M” shaped brackets, are compensating for the lack of flat surface space on top of a round pontoon log and are creating an artificial flat platform on which they place cross members and attach a deck. This spot welding makes the “M” brackets inherently weaker than the SunCatcher “U-log” construction method. “U-shaped” logs sit higher in the water with less drag on the side of the pontoon. This results in higher fuel efficiency and performance.


UNDER THE “HOOD”
DECKS AND PERFORMANCE SHIELDS
All SunCatcher decks extend right to the end of the pontoon log, and the very tip of the nosecone is through-bolted to a cross member. Not only does this add to the overall strength of the pontoon foundation, but it also gives you the maximum deck space available. Our pontoon decking is 3/4″ top-quality 6 ply marine grade treated plywood, with a limited lifetime guarantee direct from the manufacturer. Full-length under-deck performance shields are standard. These shields add value by increasing fuel efficiency, speed and durability.
SUPERIOR QUALITY
HOW DO YOU KNOW?
When comparing pontoons models ask these questions: Are the logs tied to the frame? Are the nosecones an intricate part of the construction? Are cross members extended out to the trim for support and are the reinforced, or welded to the trim? The answer to all when you look at a SunCatcher pontoon is YES. It’s that attention to detail that adds up to superior quality.

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