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Dude you did me solid, I have nearly the exact same boat. I bought the same motor and followed this video exactly. So excited to plug in the console and forget it. Then followed your 24 volt wiring video and boom done. Had it on water first time after install yesterday. Everything worked great. Thank you sir for plain simple no bs approach! 👍👍

@ReelLifeFisherman

Жыл бұрын

That’s awesome. I’m glad the video helped you out, that’s exactly why I do it. Thanks for watching and commenting.

U sure explain things verrrry well!! Awesome work!!

@ReelLifeFisherman

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much! I appreciate it!

Just wanted say thank you for this video, I’ve probably watched it a dozen times and it gave me the confidence to install my Minn Kota. I have the same boat and installed it just like you did with the charger and all.

@ReelLifeFisherman

3 жыл бұрын

Awesome I love to read comments like this! So glad it helps people! Thanks for watching and commenting I really appreciate it!

@waltermajor779

3 жыл бұрын

a tip: you can watch movies at kaldroStream. I've been using it for watching loads of movies these days.

@rockynasir3859

3 жыл бұрын

@Walter Major yup, I have been watching on Kaldrostream for years myself :)

One of the best riggers I know!!! Good job man!

@ReelLifeFisherman

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks bro!

I use that same trolling motor plate, love the pad lock option. Great instructional video.

@ReelLifeFisherman

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks glad you liked the video.. yeah it's a nice set up for sure! Thanks for watching!

I want to thank you for such a great video. Great information and step by step instillation. I followed it word for word and it was a success. Fist time boat owner and first time trolling motor instillation. Thanks again.

@ReelLifeFisherman

3 жыл бұрын

That is so awesome! Glad to hear it helped and everything went smoothly! Thanks so much for watching and commenting I appreciate it!

I have been using a 12v 55 lb thrust on a 20' pontoon boat since 2016. It works fine. Don't be afraid of 12v system.

@timc8913

2 ай бұрын

Good info to know. Have seriously been wondering about that.

@williammorgan5987

2 ай бұрын

@@timc8913mine hooptied to all hell and it’s super short so it’s just clamped on to the front and I full send around the lake with my 55, trolling motor only lake. Does ok. But I’m here because I want something better. Usually this 55 lives on the back of my flat back canoe and it’s a total speed boat on this lake with that

Good job on the wiring! Also THANKS for the time you put into the video... inspirational!

@ReelLifeFisherman

Жыл бұрын

Thanks ! I really appreciate it! Thank you for watching and commenting!

Great video - very informative. I have an old pontoon that we are working on and I’m going to add the charger and receptacle like you suggested. Really appreciate the tips from experience!

wow that's a beautiful boat Haha.. thanks again for the install I love the motor it's a game changer when on the water..

@ReelLifeFisherman

4 жыл бұрын

Lol 😉 glad you like it ! Yeah the I -pilot is sweet!

@Westtexascataddict

4 ай бұрын

One question did u wire that puck into the fuse panel?

Thanks Straight up install no BS Good info, I am installing on my 22' pontoon as soon as it arrives

@ReelLifeFisherman

Жыл бұрын

Thanks! I appreciate it! Glad you liked the video and found it helpful! Thanks for watching and commenting!

Thanks man! Your work is clean this video helped a lot..

@ReelLifeFisherman

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Glad it helped.. let me know if you ever have any questions..

Great video. Thanks for sharing. I almost cheaper out and purchased the 12v low thrust. I will move up to the 24v.

@ReelLifeFisherman

3 жыл бұрын

Awesome! You won’t regret it.. thanks for watching and commenting!

Nice install!! I spy with my little eye that green Bang!! Best flavor!!

@ReelLifeFisherman

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Lol yeah my producer/cameraman/film editor loves those things! 😉

@noctemproductions.

4 жыл бұрын

Bang Bang!

@kimdavis7437

4 жыл бұрын

Noctem Productions 🔫🔫

Another nice job dude... Thanks.

Very well explained, great job bud.

@ReelLifeFisherman

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks I’m glad you like it! Thanks for watching and commenting much appreciated!

This is a great Video you have helped me and answered so many questions that the retail stores couldn’t answer. I wish you were close I’d pay you to hook mine up. Thanks again!

Thank you so much. I usually dont subscribe, but today i bought me a bass buggy and I’m going to install the trolli motor and you helped out alot. You have a new subscriber here! 👍

@ReelLifeFisherman

Жыл бұрын

Awesome! Thanks and welcome to the channel! Congratulations on the new boat! Thanks for watching and commenting much appreciated! Let me know if you have any questions..

@noelortega6028

Жыл бұрын

@@ReelLifeFisherman for a bass buggy 16 what size minn kota trolli would you recommend? Its set up for 12v. If i go with a 24v trolli would i need to re-wire it with thicker gauge wire.

@ReelLifeFisherman

Жыл бұрын

I would want a 24v you can run the same wiring .. it’s a tight fit but you can fit 2 batteries under the helm.. you have to cut the inner lip that is rolled up inside the console. You can run a 12v but in wind or current it won’t last very long..

@ReelLifeFisherman

Жыл бұрын

But 12v will definitely work.. I just always want more.. I put a 24v on my 17’ skiff.. and I’m glad I did

I watched your video many times because I have the same boat. Only problem is all the Terrova's are on back order so I bought a power drive 70. I mounted the same quick connect but the door does not clear it with motor in stored position. I also noticed after seeing you plug the trolling motor in that my plug was installed up side down. Great Video and now I am a fan. I will be watching any more videos you put out in the future. Thank You.

@ReelLifeFisherman

3 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Glad you like the video and the channel! So where is it hitting the motor when shutting the door? The shaft or on the steering motor body ? Thanks for watching and commenting..

@donaldmanning1345

3 жыл бұрын

@@ReelLifeFisherman It hits the deploy lever on top of the motor. Not a big deal since I will have door open when using trolling motor anyway and taking the motor off when I am at the dock. My boat is covered and docked all season in Ohio. The only time I full it out is in the fall for winter storage.

Great video.. I have the same motor on my 17ft lund... FYI there's also a phone app u can download from minn kota that can control your trolling motor with your phone..

Great tutorial, kind sir! One area I didn't see was the battery hook up. Did you use two fuses (one each) or can you slave the batteries together by connecting + to - then using the one fuse that comes with the Sun Tracker? Also, does the plug that comes with the Terrova 80 fit the female receptor on the boat (I have the 20' Fishin Barge and the Terrova 80)...so it should be the same? Boat is in storage, but it may be nice this weekend for the install and want to be ready...thanks again for your help and guidance!

Sorry for all the questions. Your videos are amazing and have saved me a ton of money. Question is, I have a 22' party barge. There is not bow plug for the trolling motor. I am going to need to run wire from the bow to the helm. If I run it along the top of the pontoons, what would be the best way to run the wire? Is there a way to take off the rails or the seats in order for me to run the wires through the deck. Thank you again.

You really are great at explaining, and make it look easy. I was going to do a trolling motor install myself on a suntracker, I was told it would void my warranty if I did it my self.

@ReelLifeFisherman

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks I’m glad it was helpful! I have never heard anything about it voiding any warranty.. if anything at all it would only be if damage occurs from what work you did .. that part of the warranty would be void.. but never heard anything about putting a trolling motor on voiding a warranty.. who told you that? They are sold with fishing packages intended to be mounted.. I would say they are mistaken.. you can always call the factory and get clarification.. thanks for watching and let me know if you have any questions..

@berniealbertsman2736

3 жыл бұрын

@@ReelLifeFisherman the bass pro sales guy stated it. He said if I do the work my self, drilling the holes it would void the warranty on the floor. But if they do it for me it does not.

@ReelLifeFisherman

3 жыл бұрын

Really...? Mind telling me at what store? Because the only difference is if we install it and you have a problem with the install it is on us ..if you do it yourself it would be on you.. like say something doesn’t work.. or it gets fried or something.. but it wouldn’t matter who drills holes in the floor.. I will look for clarification on it .. but I have heard many times if you have work done or did it yourself.. and that work it where the damage is or starts from warranty could possibly not cover it.. and it’s just that part.. not the whole boat warranty or rest of the deck..

@garycotz563

Жыл бұрын

@@ReelLifeFisherman Sales people look for ways to get you to spend more money with them. I would get a "second opinion" on a voided warranty on any self install... that's just plain un-American y'all.

Thanks for the video!

@ReelLifeFisherman

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching glad you liked it!

Awesome job, thank you for posting this. All of know how much work is put into making and editing videos. Plus you do really nice work! Couple questions, please forgive me if you already tackled these!!! I am buying an 18' Sweetwater Cruiser and will be outfitting with 24v trolling for fishing. I am ordering from the factory and can get trolling motor plug installed... so... Question 1: Why did you choose under the helm for the two batteries? Was the single battery the factory option that you replaced with 2? Question 2: I will definitely install the multi bank charger and understand running the line back to the cranking battery. However we intend to dock the boat with no shore power. Will the engine return power back through the charger and charger the trolling batteries? If not do you recommend a device to enable that? Thank you!!!!

Great informative video ! I am wondering if the trolling motor can be mounted off center of the little door in front of pontoon. Installing a ulterra on a pontoon. Thanks in advance.....

Thanks for the video. I have the sun tracker bass buggy 16..two sizes smaller than this boat what size trolling motor do you recommend? We will have 5 people and 4 dogs on the boat most of the time. Thanks for the help

Thanks for your help

Awesome video. I am installing the same trolling motor on the same boat. My 2020 Fishing barge has a 12v 55lb trolling motor on it that I am replacing with the 24volt 80lb thrust. Do I need to upgrade the wiring to bigger wire or will the existing wire work for my new trolling motor and should I add a circuit breaker?

Thank you for sharing your knowledge. This was a huge help with my installation. Dumb question - my 16ft BB didn’t come pre-wired with a trolling motor plug. Any issues with connecting the 6 gauge cable I’m running from the battery to the 8 gauge on the TM receptacle?

@ReelLifeFisherman

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah the BB 16 comes with a wiring kit if you ordered it with a fishing package and the dealer has to install it.. it’s the only one that way.. you can connect 6 to 8ga. Just take a bit more wire off so it will fit in the butt connector.. and use heat shrink.. thanks for watching and commenting.. let me know if you have any questions..

I'm curious how the charger connected to the dual battery, 24v system. Do you have to switch between the 24v wiring for the motor to connect the chargers or will the chargers still charge the batteries individually while they're still wired in series for the 24v?

Nice video. Do you have a list of everything you bought and where to get everything?

Awesome video can I ask can you connect trolling batteries to a ACR to charge batteries whilst on the move? Cheers

great video thanks

@ReelLifeFisherman

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I’m glad you like the video! Thanks for watching and commenting

Will the composite quick release not work on a pontoon or is just more difficult to use? I bought one because of the compact size and low profile. Haven't installed anything yet.

Nice install! FYI - best thing to use for stainless on stainless to prevent galling is Milk of Magnesia. No kidding - it is actually used by National Laboratories on vacuum equipment and other SS apps

@ReelLifeFisherman

8 ай бұрын

Thanks glad you liked the video! And that’s awesome I’ve never heard about that! I’ll have to check it out! Thanks for watching!

Can you recommend a fish/depth finder to match this trolling motor. Thanks for the video.

Great video. May I ask where you can purchase the deck mount receptacle you plugged the trolling motor power wires into

Super awesome video, loads of information, thank you Sir! By chance do you have all these items on a parts order type list that you use? I plan to follow your installation instructions to a T. Thanks again!!!

Your video is going to help me a lot as I install a trolling motorn my pontoon boat! I have one question, where did you get the floor mounted trolling motor receptical? I have been looking for one but not able to find one. Thanks!

What are your thoughts on the minimum SIZE (amps) of three 12 v batteries for a 36v trolling motor (Minn Kota Ultrex or Motorguide Tour Pro)?

Great video, do you have a video with the trolling motor on the pontoon in action? Thanks

Great Video, where did you purchase to deck-mounted electrical connector box?

Thanks For posting very helpful. What size shaft was the trolling motor? I just bought a 20' sun tracker fishin barge and looking to do the same that you just showed.

@ReelLifeFisherman

4 жыл бұрын

Jason Sobo thanks for watching and glad you like the video.. it’s a 60” shaft trolling motor..

Great video! Where do I find that deck mount trolling motor plug?

One more question, did you install a circuit breaker? Thanks again

Awesome video! thank you, very helpful. im installing the terrova 36 volt on my boat. Im trying to decide what batteries to use. what do you recommend?

@ReelLifeFisherman

2 жыл бұрын

Awesome I’m glad you liked the video! I actually like the Duracell AGM batteries you can get at batteries plus or sams club. Deep cycle group 27 or 31

I have one more question if you dont mind? What plug was that, that you connected to the terrova power cables? Is that a motorguide plug? Thanks!

I love your videos. You've saved me a ton of money. As stated before, I have a sun tracker DLX22. I don't have a plug at the bow for the trolling motor. What kind of plug do you recommend? I think I saw that there are different ratings of plug. I am going to run a 24V trolling motor. I also need to install a circuit breaker. Do I install the circuit breaker closer to the batteries?

@ReelLifeFisherman

8 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching the channel! Yes you would install the circuit breaker close to the battery. I prefer the 2 prong v groove plugs . Yes most will be rated for 24v but you do want to check that. Again thanks for watching and let me know if you have any questions.

I bought a new pontoon and have nowhere to mount the receptacle. Can you tell me which one that is that's mounted on the floor? Looks like a door wedge at the 12:30 mark. Thanks

great work. Ur a true professional and honest. Wish I saw ur battery setup underneath. What is the model for ur trolling motor?

@ReelLifeFisherman

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I installed a minn kota terrova 80lb thrust 60” shaft.. glad you liked the video and thanks for watching and commenting!

My 24ft pontoon boat didn’t come prewired for the trolling motor. What gage wire should I use to ensure everything receives the correct amount of power? Thank you and great video.

@ReelLifeFisherman

3 жыл бұрын

Depending on the size of motor.. 24v 8ga is good .. 36v I would run 6ga marine grade duplex for either one .. thanks for watching.. glad you liked it!

I want to put a trolling motor with a quick release bracket on my 22' DLX. The only issue I have is the bottom of the pontoon has an aluminum skin. Is there a way to install the trolling motor with the skin on the bottom? The plug for the trolling motor was already there, correct? How much does the 2 batteries weigh? Was wondering about weight displacement. Thank you

Love the channel!..just was wondering your opinion on running a 4 battery system..cranking, house battery and a 24volt trolling motor...1 4bank onboard charger or 2 2 bank onboard chargers...just ordered a 1875 Lund Fisherman..Thanks

@ReelLifeFisherman

Жыл бұрын

Awesome congratulations on the new boat! Glad you like the channel! So to answer your question it depends on a couple things.. one is price of a 4 bank can be up there.. and 2 location of the batteries.. because most likely you will have to run charger leads and extensions to them.. but if you only have a location to mount 1 battery charger then a 4 bank would be your only option. Long answer just to say .. do whatever works best for you and your boat and your budget. Because it would work the same either way.. thanks for watching the channel and if you have any questions please let me know..

Thank you

@ReelLifeFisherman

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching and glad you liked the it!

Please help me out here. I'm considering doing this project, but the mounting plate on the trolling motor, the half that stays on the deck when the motor is off: what is the best method of not having that a tripping hazard or slicing up your feet if you step on it? I recently purchased a used 18ft pontoon for a song. There is nothing wrong with it, and it is great shape! I'd like to use it for fishing in the early spring months, and for playing during the hot summer days. My two small children would likely be tripping and cutting their feet on the exposed plate. I'd hate to have to remove that plate EVERY time I want to take the trolling motor on and off. If thats the case, then why a quick release mount?! So, what do you do with that bottom plate when the motor is not on the boat?

Great vid!! I have a 2022 20dlx coming and want to put a 24v Terrova on front. 2 questions if you dont mind? Will a Mega 360 Transducer fit under the door when installed on the trolling motor and will the installed TMotor plug handle the 24 vdc to the batteries under the dash? Thanks!

@ReelLifeFisherman

2 жыл бұрын

So yes the factory plug will work no problem for 24v but no I have never seen a 360 transducer on a terrova.. I’ve put them on ultrex’s and fortrex’s and then on their own separate bracket you lower.. thanks for watching and commenting.. let me know if you have any questions. But I wasn’t aware the have a 360 mount for a terrova.

@andrewdoby3468

2 жыл бұрын

You are correct. No 360 mount for a Terrova. Didnt know that at the time. Thanks!

Hey bud great video, I am getting quoted 4 hours of labor for install of quick mount, trolling motor, 3 bank charge batteries and batteries boxes and wiring plug. Does that seem right? Your video was quick but this could take time.

Thanks for your time in doing the video, I just bought a 2020 Sun Tracker 22ft fishing barge with a 115hp Mercury Command Thrust motor and now I'm thinking about a trolling motor, what would you recommend. Thank you for your time. Tommy B from Minnesota.

@ReelLifeFisherman

3 жыл бұрын

A 80lb terrova would work just fine like this one in the video.. but if you want even longer trolling times you could go with a 36v . But sometimes with a 36 the door can hit the motor when stowed.. depends on how the door is .. sometimes they clear.. let me know if you have any questions.. thanks for watching ..

@thomasbrown3019

3 жыл бұрын

Even with a trolling motor gate that is on it now?

Thanks!

@ReelLifeFisherman

Жыл бұрын

You’re welcome, thanks for watching and commenting.

Thank you this is what I’ll do to mine Do you have a ballpark figure what you might charge or someone else might charge for this kind of installation, installation only I would provide all the parts.

@ReelLifeFisherman

3 жыл бұрын

Awesome it’s definitely worth it! My buddy loves it.. Are you in the Sacramento area? Thanks for watching..

At 12:01 (and a little before) you show a clear shot at a surface mount electrical receptacle. I have an older Bennington toon and this is exactly what I am looking for. Its hard to even search for because I don't know what it is called. Any ideas of where I could purchase one?

@ReelLifeFisherman

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah here you go.. I need to put all the links in this video.. we are slowly getting them. Thanks for watching.. Marinco On-Board Charging Inlets www.amazon.com/dp/B000NI38MG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_JGBA4AX6JFKBA61RWYBT

Thank you for your video it helped me greatly to complete my install on a 20 ft pontoon just like the one you did the install on. One question though, I installed my on-board battery charger in the same location you did (basically identical install) under the console. After reading through the owners manual it states that the charger should not be mounted above the batteries due to the fact that batteries release gases which might damage the charger. From your experience has this ever happened to you; charger damaged by battery gases? Should I look for another mounting location or I shouldn't worry? Thank you so much for your expert opinion and I greatly appreciate your guidance with the videos.

@ReelLifeFisherman

4 жыл бұрын

I have never seen this happen before... and a ton of boats have the chargers in the battery compartment! I do recommend opening battery compartments that are closed when charging just for the air flow.. but even when people clearly don’t .. ive never seen it be an issue.. thank for the great questions and thanks for watching.. glad the video helped.. tight lines!

@jcar8361

4 жыл бұрын

@@ReelLifeFisherman Great, thanks for replying. Keep up the great content!

Question for you. My 2022 Sun Tracker Fishin Barge only comes with 1 cranking battery. I purchased a Kinn Kota Riptide Terrova 24 volt trolling motor. I have watched several of your videos, would you recommend adding a 4th battery to be the house battery or would the 2 x trolling motor batteries be the house battery? Thanks so much, your videos are a huge help to a new boat owner.

@ReelLifeFisherman

2 жыл бұрын

Keep trolling motor batteries separate from your cranking or house batteries.. keep them just for the trolling motor.. now if you need a house battery that depends on how much time you normally plan to sit with the engine off and running electronics.. if you do that a lot I would recommend a 4th battery and a battery switch. Thanks for watching the channel and glad you like the videos!

@chrisfoltz6002

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!!

Where can I find the trolling motor receptacle that you have on the floor? I've been looking for it but no luck yet.

I really wanted to see a demonstration in the water !!!

@ReelLifeFisherman

3 жыл бұрын

Unfortunately it’s not my boat and there was no need for me to lake test it.. but he absolutely loves it and it works great.. let me know if you have any questions.. thanks for watching and commenting

Very cool video thanks. I have a ? Or 2 Can I get away with a 48” shaft on a 22ft pontoon. I have a bass boat so I like to use it on The pontoon n bass boat. With out buying a other one. If anyone can answer this ? Thanks

What diameter split loom did you use?

Cool setup. I've installed this same setup on my 24 XP3 Fishing Barge. All I have left is running the ethernet and mega di back to the console. What's a good way to mount those cables on the compartment near the bow? I can share pics if you have time.

@ReelLifeFisherman

3 жыл бұрын

I would run them on top of the starboard log and come up into the console.. make your connection above the deck where you can disconnect at the trolling motor to remove it.. and the others at the helm.. let me know if you have any questions.. or if I didn’t understand what you meant.. glad to help out anyway I can.. thanks for watching

@paulkirby7965

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks man. I pulled them straight up through the console as you suggested and will bring them through a clam shell near the door next to the receptacle. I appreciate the advice.

Great video. Do you have a parts list of the items you installed?

@ReelLifeFisherman

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching.. I do have several parts lists with amazon links in some of the other comments asking for them on this video.. thanks for watching and let me know if you have any questions..

Thanks for the Video. Can you put a material list along with where to buy Troll Motor etc. from in the description?

@ReelLifeFisherman

Жыл бұрын

Thanks glad you like the video! I believe there is a list in the description.. at least there used to be.. 🤷🤣 I’ll have to go check now.. lol

Is there a specific battery holder that you are using for the batteries to sit in under the dash?

@ReelLifeFisherman

Жыл бұрын

I like either T-H marine or Sea Choice brand battery trays . Thanks for watching

I realy like your video's supper helpful i have a single battery on my boat and would like to run 2 batterys and a selector switch please make a step by step. Video for first time boat owner's with what i need .thanks Lonnie 1/11/2021

@ReelLifeFisherman

3 жыл бұрын

Would you like a dual battery set up for a trolling motor or a cranking and house battery set up with a battery switch?

Excellent video! Thanks for posting this. Question- I saw in an earlier comment/reply that this is a 60" inch shaft trolling motor. Is that plenty long enough in your opinion? Would a 72" shaft be overkill? My pontoon actually has a 2' front deck (from the front edge of the deck to the beginning of the playpen fencing), so depending on which shaft length I decide to go with, I will only be looking at roughly 3' or 4' "intrusion into the playpen area of the pontoon.

@ReelLifeFisherman

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks glad you liked the video! A 60” would be plenty.. normally we only put a 72 on really big deep V boats with a high bow.. but it wouldn’t hurt anything to have a longer shaft.. it just wouldn’t be necessary.. let me know if you have any questions anytime..

@jersey4755

4 жыл бұрын

@@ReelLifeFisherman Thanks for the quick reply! By the looks of your other videos, it looks like you live near the Sacramento area. So do I. I was just out on Oroville yesterday. I fish there and Bullards quite a bit.

@ReelLifeFisherman

4 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Yes I live in Citrus Heights and work at bass pro rocklin as a marine mechanic.. I fish all over .. but I’ve only been to Oroville and bullards once .. camped at bullards and had a great time boat in camping... I want to hit Oroville again to try and get some of those large land locked Kings!

@jersey4755

4 жыл бұрын

@@ReelLifeFisherman I pretty much only fish for bass. But, both my son and I have caught salmon at Oroville. (If you haven't already, try fishing for salmon in Potter's Ravine your next trip to Oroville). Do you do side work/installs?

@ReelLifeFisherman

4 жыл бұрын

I will give that area a shot.. only been there to one time and fished the green bridge and dam areas.. I do side work from time to time absolutely.. earn some fishing money and make content for the KZread channel.. I only except side work through the channel or social media.. never out of the shop where I work.. I try to only do small jobs in the heat of summertime.. can’t take the heat as much as I used to.. lol

bennington 188 svf want 2 put minnkota 24v power drive 70lbs.also 50 amp breaker ac power port aloso minnkota charger mk-315d are these good also where would put everything boat comes with 12volt set up you do very good job on youtubes thanks ji parts coming fro minnkota super store ps batteryes ?

Thank you for this video! What is the shaft length on the minn kota you installed?

@ReelLifeFisherman

Жыл бұрын

This was a 60” shaft. Thanks for watching and for commenting I appreciate it

@andrewzuk8721

Жыл бұрын

@@ReelLifeFisherman one more question, if you wouldnt mind. Would you recommend 112 or 80 thrust for a pontoon(I understand there are variables like weight of motor, size, etc)

I bought a trolling motor for my pontoon boat I would love for you to do the installation

When wiring the heading sensor, does it need to be on a "switched" power source or can it be constant hot?

@ReelLifeFisherman

4 жыл бұрын

Mark Painter it can be either way .. it will be drawing a very small voltage if wired constant hot.. be cause it’s always looking for the trolling motor.. but it won’t hurt it.. best to have a main battery selector or shut off switch.. hope that helps.. let me know if you have any questions.. and thanks for watching

@markpainter7437

4 жыл бұрын

Reel Life Fisherman, I appreciate the reply as well as your videos. They are a big help.

Great video. I have the Bass Buggy 16'. Do you think the 12 volt trolling motor will be ok for that size or would you still recommend the 24 volt. Thanks.

@ReelLifeFisherman

4 жыл бұрын

It depends on how you want to use it.. for light use it would definitely be fine.. for longer use I would suggest getting a group 31 battery.. and for long constant trolling I would definitely get a 24v .. let me know if you have any questions anytime.. thanks for watching

@warrenmiller6365

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks. I finally decided and ordered the Terrova 80 lb with a 60” shaft. Maybe a lot for my boat but I will never have to stress about power. Now that I’m waiting for the motor to arrive I’m looking for batteries. Wal Mart has the group 29’s for around 100$. I’m wondering if I will regret those if I decide to go cheap? Any other battery recommendations?

@ReelLifeFisherman

4 жыл бұрын

I like the Duracell AGM batteries they have at sams club and batteries plus.. good for the money.. just don’t get optimas not what they used to be.. over priced

Do you have a part list for the trolling motor power receptacle and the 45 deg box cover that the female power receptacle goes into? The video is great.

@ReelLifeFisherman

4 жыл бұрын

So those come on the fishing barges.. but if you live near a bass pro the service department might have some at the parts counter.. I know ours does.. but let me see if I can find out where else you might get one..

@terrydowdy7907

4 жыл бұрын

@@ReelLifeFisherman Thanks, do you know what they are called. We don't have a Bass Pro in my area, the closest one in my area is about 100 miles away. If I knew what it was called I could tell them over the phone. Thanks again for your help

@Pallavisworld

4 жыл бұрын

I would be interested to know whats its called too.

You used an angled part to go through the deck that holds your male receptacle. What part are you using (12:03)? It’s a clean way to mount the male end.

@ReelLifeFisherman

3 жыл бұрын

The fishing barge comes with that already.. but you can find them also .. I’ll try to find it for you

@danielreynolds1381

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you. I called basspro but things are backed up. I’m considering a weatherproof outlet cover as an alternative.

If you install the 24v trolling motor, do you have to change the wiring and/or plug in that is already on the pontoon? Or will it accept the 24 volts from the batteries?

@ReelLifeFisherman

3 жыл бұрын

The factory wiring is good up to 24v if you go up to 36v I would change it out for 6ga . Thanks for watching

@danniyoung1569

3 жыл бұрын

@@ReelLifeFisherman Great! Thanks for getting back to me. Love you videos!!

I know it gets asked a lot and the description doesn’t have a parts list or anything, but I have the same boat and am trying to install a 24v power drive and I reached the end where you wire the plug, then realized I didn’t get the plug with my system. So just wondering where you got the female plug. I picked one up at academy and it’s the wrong one, and Google isn’t doing me any favors. TIA

Great video. Most useful. What is the part number, manufacturer, etc of the power plug receptacle that is mounted on the deck just inside the door. Its at the 11:34 time of the video? Thanks again for the posting of the video.

@ReelLifeFisherman

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks glad you liked the video and found it helpful.. I put a link for it in the comments below.. thanks for the comment and let me know if you have any questions..

@ReelLifeFisherman

4 жыл бұрын

MotorGuide Accessories, trolling Motor Power Receptacle, 2-Prong www.amazon.com/dp/B002EIIPPS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_a694Eb4XXR09D

@ReelLifeFisherman

4 жыл бұрын

MotorGuideaccessories, trolling motor power plug, 2-prong www.amazon.com/dp/B002EIIPJ4/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_l-94EbTPD94RX

Looked like the trolling motor was too tall for the front door. Did the door close over it? Great clean work though.

@ReelLifeFisherman

3 жыл бұрын

The door does close with this set up.. sometimes you run into one that won’t .. depending on where they mount the door on the rail. And either you have to remove the trolling motor to close it or move the door up a bit and re-rivot the hinge.. but most 24v will close

Thanks for the video. Just ordered terrova . One question for now. Probably more to come when I go to install. Should I also hook up a minn Kota Alternator charger? Would you recommend it?

@ReelLifeFisherman

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Glad you liked the video.. so I have one on my boat.. it does help.. but not as much as you might think.. if you are doing a lot of running around with your gas engine.. it will put a charge back to the batteries and extend your day .. also make sure your engine puts out enough amps to run it.. what size is your engine? Thanks for watching and let me know if you have any questions..

@jeffcambra5383

4 жыл бұрын

Reel Life Fisherman I have a mercury 60ct

@ReelLifeFisherman

4 жыл бұрын

I don’t think the 60hp stator puts out enough to run the alternator charger if I’m not mistaken.. just use group 31 batteries and you will get plenty of run time

@jeffcambra5383

4 жыл бұрын

Reel Life Fisherman Thanks I will definitely do that.

Do you only have 3 batteries on the pontoon? Are the 2 in the council just for the trolling motor?

@ReelLifeFisherman

4 жыл бұрын

The 2 under the console are just for the trolling motor.. the cranking battery is in the back.. thanks for watching ..let me know if you have any questions

Have a Bass Buggy 18 (2016). I am putting a Terrova 80lb. With 2 Group 27 under the console, I'm not sure there is room for the charger (ProSport 20Plus 3 Bank). I was wondering if there are other creative places to mount the charger? I'm not absolutely sure I cannot get it all in the console, but it is definitely going to be extremely tight. I believe the console is quite a bit smaller than the one in the video.

@ReelLifeFisherman

3 жыл бұрын

Awesome it will work great on your boat! You can fit it all under there.. it will be tight! Sometimes you have to trim the inner lip of the console.. they make a duel battery tray.. it saves some space.. you can mount the charger on the back side of the padded cushion.. use short enough lag screws that they only go into the wood backing on the cushion.. hopefully that helps and makes sense.. let me know if you have any questions.. thanks for watching

@bobwallis6179

3 жыл бұрын

@@ReelLifeFisherman Oh man that is awesome! but there is a panel (all the switches on the console) is right in the middle of it ... can send you a pic...

@bobwallis6179

3 жыл бұрын

Just sent you pics to reellifefisherman80@gmail.com

@ReelLifeFisherman

3 жыл бұрын

Got your pictures.. so you could absolutely put it outside like that.. they are waterproof.. if you mount it up inside you would have to move the fuse box.. sometimes I make a board mount the board to the seat cushion and the charger and fuse box to the board.. I’ve also through bolted the charger with the heads of the bolts on the outside for a cleaner look.. I also use philips head bolts when I do something like that.. let me know if you have more questions.. glad to help! Thanks again for watching the channel!

@bobwallis6179

3 жыл бұрын

@@ReelLifeFisherman thanks man! I think I'll go with the outside ... I'm basically lazy and don't want to move the fuse box! Thanks again.... would you mount it exactly as is shown in pic? With charger directly against the plastic console? No worries with the charger getting hot?

Hello we’re are you located nice video

Did mount come with large washers to mount to boat? Thanks

@ReelLifeFisherman

Жыл бұрын

Yes the mount and the trolling motor come with mounting hardware. Thanks for watching

@tommwarneke396

Жыл бұрын

@@ReelLifeFisherman thanks your video is my guide. Thanks

How long the shaft should be on my Sun Tracker 18dlx? Thank you

@ReelLifeFisherman

4 жыл бұрын

Yura Slezko thanks for watching the video! I would run at least a 54” shaft but a 60 would be good .. especially in rough water.. let me know if you have any questions

@jerryc3828

2 жыл бұрын

Tracker installs a 54" shaft on the 18' dlx when you order the trolling motor/ fishing package from the factory which is dealer installed, but agree a 60" shaft will work too

What terrova motor size would you recommend for a Tracker Pro Guide 175 WT? 12 volt or 24 volt?

@ReelLifeFisherman

4 жыл бұрын

Jose Montalvo I would personally run a 24v 60" ..54” would be long enough.. but they don’t make it in a 24v.. a 12v will work just fine but it will die in 4 to 5 hrs most likely.. you can fit 2 batteries for the trolling motor.. I can tell you how if you need me to.. thanks for watching the video.. tight lines

@209fishingadventures21

4 жыл бұрын

@@ReelLifeFisherman thanks. I appreciate it. I may just go with the riptide 80lbs 24v 54".

@ReelLifeFisherman

4 жыл бұрын

Yes that would be perfect.. they do make a 54” in a rip tide I do believe.. but I’ve never seen one in the freshwater..

What kind of trolling motor would you recommend for a 22ft NR seahawk? Thanks still haven’t seen you out there yet lol

@ConnectedFishing

4 жыл бұрын

Been wanting to say Hi to you lol

@ReelLifeFisherman

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching man! I appreciate it.. I would recommend going with a 36v 112 lb trust 60" shaft Minn Kota ultera and make it a rip tide if you fish the salt.. if you have enough room for 3 deep cycles.. if not a 80 would work but your run time will be less..

@ReelLifeFisherman

4 жыл бұрын

I run the 80lb ultera on my boat and it is great.. but my boat is smaller.. I use the kicker to push the boat and use the bow electric to steer.. use the i-pilot to keep the boat on course and keep pressure on fish when trolling..

@ReelLifeFisherman

4 жыл бұрын

I'll be out there tomorrow in the Garcia's bend area

@ReelLifeFisherman

4 жыл бұрын

Let me know if you want me to take a look at your boat and figure out what kind of set up would be best for you.. they also have mounts that allows you to switch between the trolling motor and the Columbia River style anchor as well.. fishing and work on fishing boats is my life bro so let me know if you have any questions..

I have this same boat (color and all) and I’m shopping for trolling motors now. How does the 80 pound thrust perform? I’ve seen some say to get a 36v setup, but I’m not quite sure I need that. It can get windy where we fish, but I normally don’t go when the weather is bad.

@ReelLifeFisherman

4 жыл бұрын

FourWheeler575 is the main thing I would consider is what style of fishing you do most.. and how long you want to fish for.. if it’s all day constant trolling for trout or kokes or something like that.. 36v might be better because with a 24v you may only get 5 hrs maybe a little more or less with wind and stuff.. but if you bass fish and aren’t always on the trolling motor.. it would be fine.. let me know if you have any questions.. anytime.. thanks for watching..

@FourWheeler575

4 жыл бұрын

Reel Life Fisherman thanks for the information. We mostly fish for bass and maybe walleye every now and then. Usually we fish for 5-6 hours.

@ReelLifeFisherman

4 жыл бұрын

Then the 24 v will probably be just fine for you sounds like.. no problem at all.. tight lines!

@FourWheeler575

4 жыл бұрын

Reel Life Fisherman thanks. One more question. Did you keep the stock trolling cable/plug or replace it? I saw you mention it being setup for 12v, but I didn’t see you change it.

@ReelLifeFisherman

4 жыл бұрын

You can leave the factory plug it’s rated for 24v you just need to add another battery tray .. and 2 batteries.. they factory tray is a group 27 I personally would run 2 group 31s and get the bigger trays to go with them.. then wire the batteries in series..

Don’t know if you will see this or not but can you rig up a fish finder on a pontoon boat?

@ReelLifeFisherman

2 жыл бұрын

As soon as I come across one I will.. I install them all the time at work .. but haven’t came across one I can film outside of work yet.. thanks for watching and commenting!

What’s the recommended shaft length for a pontoon??

@ReelLifeFisherman

3 жыл бұрын

We typically run a 60” but 54” will work.. just most of the 24v and up only come in 45” or 60”or 72” .. thanks for watching let me know if you have any questions

Any idea what length shaft is best for a MayCraft 1900 for saltwater use? 2-3 ft waves are the norm. Does the heading sensor wiring get run to the trolling motor or just a 12V connection? Can the I Pilot link wiring run with the 24V battery wires from the motor to the helm on a center console? the wires will be running in the same chase. Thanks for the information, and helpful videos. I'm a subscriber!

@ReelLifeFisherman

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching the channel! So you’re going to be running a i-pilot link with a humminbird networked it sounds like ..? So you would need to hook the heading sensor to it’s own 12v power source.. not the trolling motor batteries.. usually mounted at the helm or near the transom.. as far as shaft length.. hard to say without seeing the boat in person.. but either a 60” or 72” is your only options.. with with swoop up on the bow I’m leaning more towards the 72” just to be safe .. especially in the rollers.. I have put several 72” on north river sea hawks offshore 24’ ..

@ReelLifeFisherman

3 жыл бұрын

And yes running the network cable with the power wires would be fine.. the sonar cable would cause interference if ran with the power wires.. if you want to measure the shaft length.. measure from the bow to the keel straight down.. let me know that number and we can go from there.. thanks again for watching

@Mike-hs8fq

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your assistance. I measured 43 inches from the top of the gunnel to the water line.

@ReelLifeFisherman

3 жыл бұрын

Ok if it’s 43” from the gunnel at the bow to the keel at the bottom of the boat then a 60” shaft would be just fine.. and a 72” would be overkill.. keep in mind you might have to make a plate to get the trolling motor level at the bow as best as possible if your bow has a raise to it.. let me know if you have any questions

@Mike-hs8fq

3 жыл бұрын

43 inches is the top of the gunnel to the water line. The keel is below the water line. I'm thinking 72 inch might be my best best to keep the prop in the water. Thanks again for your help. I really enjoy your how to videos. Have a Great Labor Day!!

hey my friend. Any idea how to secure the trolling motor from thieves?

@ReelLifeFisherman

2 жыл бұрын

There is a lock hole in the bracket.. put a padlock through it and they can’t slide the bracket apart.. or just take it off the boat and take it inside.. thanks for watching and commenting. Let me know if you have any questions about it..

Mr Reel Life, I'm sorry if I'm bothering you with my questions, but I respect your opinion and knowledge. Can you please assist me with these questions: I have a single outboard with two AGM batteries connected together so they charge off the engine alternator. I'm installing a trolling motor which I will add two 24 volt AGM batteries. I want to add a 115 volt battery charger to charge all four batteries while I'm not using the boat especially keeping the battery charged for the bilge pump. My questions are: 1). do I install two double bank battery chargers or a four bank? I'm curious because in my slip I only have a single 115 volt outlet and I don't want to blow the circuit breaker. I need to find out if its on a 15 or 20 amp breaker. 2). I'm reading a 4 bank charger is 40 amps. I'm thinking if three or four batteries need charging at the same time it would blow the dockside power breaker. 3). i'm planning to install the two trolling motor batteries in the center console along with the battery charger. Will this work, and should I add venting? 4). I need to add wire to the battery charger to reach my two main batteries which are located in the transon area. Can I safely lengthen the battery charger wires from the charger to the batteries? 5). Which battery charger brand and size would you recommend to keep the 4 batteries fully charged? I'd prefer not to have to charge two batteries at different times as I'm not at the boat on a daily basis. I'm looking to install a marine receptical that I can plug the extension cord into. Thanks for you time in responding, I really appreciate it

@ReelLifeFisherman

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching the video! So let me try and answer your questions and I’ll send you a link to the charger I would recommend.. 1) so that is really up you and the room you have available to mount a 4 bank ,they are pretty big.. I did not have the room for one on my boat.. so I run two 2 banks and run them on a splitter sometimes.. I run them off of one 120 outlet no problem.. 2) that is just what it puts out .. again I run mine off the same type set up 3)yes it will work as long as there is room .. and you should allow venting.. either by opening the access door and or installing vents.. agms are sealed so that is good too.. 4) it is just fine to extend the leads.. make sure you cut and install the fuses at the batteries.. lengthen them with 12ga or 10ga marine grade duplex wire from anchor marine.. the charger manufacturer will want you to use their extension kit.. but it’s not necessary.. use the correct wire and heat shrink butt connectors and it will work just fine and you can cut them to length.. 5) I would run the Minn Kota precision 4 bank if you have the room.. I’ll send the link Thanks for watching hopefully that helps.. and let me know if you have any questions

@ReelLifeFisherman

3 жыл бұрын

Minn Kota MK 440 PC On-Board Precision Digital Charger 4 bank x 10 amps (1834400) www.amazon.com/dp/B013XSM026/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_4RWxFbGSET405

@Mike-hs8fq

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much for taking the time to answer my questions. I'm going to order the Minn Kota charger you recommended.

@ReelLifeFisherman

3 жыл бұрын

It’s a great charger and will keep your batteries charged and healthy.. it’s selectable so it will give each battery type the perfect charge Sequence..

@Mike-hs8fq

3 жыл бұрын

I'm getting ready to order anchor marine grade flat duplex dc tinned wire. I need to run approx 13-15 feet from the charger to transom batteries. Which gauge wire would you suggest? Thanks again