Thanx for a good clear video talking about the stuff I wanted to know.

@FishingtheLoneStar

3 жыл бұрын

You bet! Just thought I’d share what seems to be helpful to know! Appreciate the feedback!!

I can’t find anything to gripe about. Well worth my hard earned money! It did add 70lbs to my tongue weight. I simply put the front wheel on the bathroom scale. 326lbs, realized I need to adjust the boat back further on the trailer, now I’m 180 I lay it in the truck on longer drives.

Thanksm very informative, Looking at both the ultrex and terrova- Terrova seems ti be fine for my needs

@FishingtheLoneStar

3 жыл бұрын

It’s great so far. No complaints, and handled my boat just fine!

Awesome video, man. I'm at a crossroads right now between the Ulterra and this for my new boat that's coming in a few weeks. As nice as the ulterra auto stow and deploy is and the adjustable trim, the peace of mind from knowing this model has less to go wrong with it is worth it to me. I live in NY where the open water season is short enough as it is. I know not likely, but i'd hate for something to go wrong with that ulterra deploying and missing valuable time of the water. As long as I have my ipliot link, I think Terrova it is for me!

@FishingtheLoneStar

2 жыл бұрын

It’s been a great option for me! I feel like I’m decently hard on it, and hasn’t skipped a beat in 2 years.

I just picked up the same thing recently so this video helped a lot and I may have to steal your 2x4 idea for the foot pedal

@FishingtheLoneStar

3 жыл бұрын

Very good! Other than that one detail I love the motor. It’s been great!! Thanks for the feedback!

Thanks for the video!

Upgraded from my 30# MK that maxed out at 3mph. This pushes my pelican pwr 100 at 4.5mph which is nuts since the pwr is a slow yak

Thanks for the review!!! Just got one for my new boat but haven't had a chance to use it yet. I'll probably built that little platform to raise the foot peddle too. Stay Safe & God Bless!!!

@FishingtheLoneStar

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for checking out the video! The 2x4’s have worked great! God Bless you as well man!!

@MrJohnB-qs6dp

2 жыл бұрын

@@FishingtheLoneStar Thanks for the feed Back!!!! Merry Christmas & Happy New Year!!! Stay Safe & God Bless!!

@FishingtheLoneStar

2 жыл бұрын

@@MrJohnB-qs6dp - Have a Merry Christmas as well, and God Bless!

Thanks for the 2x4 idea same issue on my tracker.

@FishingtheLoneStar

3 жыл бұрын

It should come with a set of 2x4s! Lol.

@markawesome439

3 жыл бұрын

I use the fiber decking board at Home Depot

That white puck is supposed to be mounted at least midway back on the boat at a minimum per the minnkota instructions it’s the magnetic compass and needs distance from the head unit to compare data to the head units gps readings. It also need to be away from magnetic sources aka the trolling motor itself. Probably works fine how you have it.....but it could work better.

@TheTabugman

Жыл бұрын

And I believe it's skewed as well. The black arrow on the puck should point parallell to the keel, ie straight ahead. The GPS signal is received at the head of the motor, not this puck.

There is a slotted collar the shaft rides through on the top of the gearbox , near the little white label. It is the steering control. This will shear off if the motor gets in a bind. Fishing stumps in wind on constant where the boat can get pushed sideways into a stump can and has twice on mine broken the collar. It is either a sacrificial part or a bad design. The replacements are 7-8 dollars and is fairly easy to fix if you are mechanically inclined. I have had mine for 4 years and this is the only real problem I have had.

@FishingtheLoneStar

3 жыл бұрын

Interesting. I’ve hit my fair share of stumps out at Lake Fork. Hasn’t happened to me yet, but that doesn’t mean it won’t.

@themackguyverchannel7713

3 жыл бұрын

@@FishingtheLoneStar when the auto pilot is on and the stump deflects the motor and it’s trying to turn to correct is the perfect storm.

thank you.

you got a nice boat and nice garage to park the boat.

@FishingtheLoneStar

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you! It’s been a great boat so far!!

@tomsweet7700

3 жыл бұрын

I agree with the comment of a nice boat. What make and model is it. I have the Ulterra motor on my boat. It is great for an “old man” that does not want to lift the motor out of the water. I love it.

Great video and very informative! I have the same boat and just ordered the same trolling motor. I have used cable steered trolling motors all my life so this will be my first electric steer. How do you like the steering on the Terrova? Does it feel and move up a down like a standard foot pedal? How does it compare to a standard foot pedal? Thanks again!!

@FishingtheLoneStar

2 жыл бұрын

If you’re used to a normal foot pedal, this one will take a just a bit to get use to. Only because it doesn’t move up and down so much. It’s a little touchier if that makes sense. But I love it now, and haven’t had a problem at all!

Awesome Video! I was looking at the Riptide Terrova for my RHIB boat, 21 footer. I was told the black one is for lake and white is for saltwater? What thrust do you recommend for a 21 footer? And is it better to get a longer shaft than what is needed? Are these trolling motor only for bow mount? Can you do a transom mount? Which is better? Thank you brother!

@FishingtheLoneStar

3 жыл бұрын

That sounds right on the color, but I’m not 100% sure. Mine is 80lb thrust and moves my not just fine. (1,075 lbs). For a 21 ft boat, I would base the thrust more on weight of boat, vs length. For shaft length, depends on the wake of where you’ll be fishing. 45 was perfect for me. You have to also think how high it will stick up when not fully down, and how far it will lay over the edge of your boat when on deck. Transom mount is not an option for the model I chose.

Good review. Thanks.

@FishingtheLoneStar

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!!

@TheTommyPlace

3 жыл бұрын

Any problem trailering your boat with that sticking over the front of your bow

@FishingtheLoneStar

3 жыл бұрын

Tommy Thompson - not at all. It’s not far enough to interfere at all with the loading/unloading process.

I have a hummingbird LCR4 will it work with the terrova or do I need to upgrade and to witch model hummingbird. I won’t to thank you for your video really good information

very nice video and really enjoyed the end about god loving me and you Thanks and keep up the good work

@FishingtheLoneStar

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I appreciate the support!! 👊

Cool man! I just got one also. Just subbed

@FishingtheLoneStar

3 жыл бұрын

It’s a great motor, and thank you!!

Nice vid, do you have your hummingbird transducer on the transom or on the trolling motor?

@FishingtheLoneStar

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comment and feedback! I have two helix 9’s, so the console transducer is run off the back transom and runs mega down and side imaging. That same side imaging (from the back) is also shown on the front/bow graph, but the down imaging off the front is from the transducer on the bottom of the trolling motor. They are networked together, so it works out well!

Did you replace an existing trolling motor and if so did the holes match the previous minn kota or did you have to drill new holes?

@FishingtheLoneStar

3 жыл бұрын

Great question. There was a Minn Kota 45 that I replaced. But I had a dealership so it, and I never saw it in the process.

I just use my remote control, clip to my belt loop and no bother for the clumsy foot petal. Run my trolling motor anywhere in the boat.

@FishingtheLoneStar

3 жыл бұрын

I’ll do the same sometimes. I do prefer the food pedal though.

@fishinwithryley4547

3 жыл бұрын

I also prefer the footpedal, so your not tryin to move your motor and fish at the same time.

@FishingtheLoneStar

3 жыл бұрын

@@fishinwithryley4547 I would agree with that.

Hey buddy I have the same model just smaller wattage. Does yours ever act like it dead when you first fire it up? Mines been taking like 20 minutes to actually realize it’s got power and allow me to get up to top speed on it. Thanks so much

@FishingtheLoneStar

2 жыл бұрын

No sir. I don’t think mine has ever done that. Maybe a short somewhere?

I wouldn’t use the contour line autopilot feature at 5 feet. I have one and sometimes it will start going bananas in all directions. I don’t know if it is a GPS issue but I’ve been thrown from the boat. Beware and brace yourself.

@FishingtheLoneStar

2 жыл бұрын

I appreciate that! I actually haven’t used it yet. I keep telling myself I’m going to, but never switch the card from the console unit.

With the ipilot (not link)... can you record itracks to follow when the motor us stowed? Or will it only record when deployed? (I want to drive a quick mile with the outboard just to record, then deploy the minnkota and follow the path back...but dont want to spend the $ to upgrade both my fish finder and the i-pilot link if possible)

@FishingtheLoneStar

3 жыл бұрын

Hmm. Good question. I haven’t tried that yet to know. I would think if you had your console and now units linked, then it work in the stowed position from the track you recorded from the console. But don’t quote me on that.

I have a RT178 as well and have been looking at getting a Terrova. What shaft length did you buy ? Shaft length is the one item I was unsure of. I assume that I would need a 48" or 54"; I think my Edge has a 45" shaft.

@FishingtheLoneStar

3 жыл бұрын

I believe I got the 60”, but let me confirm when I get home. 👊

@FishingtheLoneStar

3 жыл бұрын

Actually, I’m almost positive it was the 54.

I am getting a RT178 also and also interested in the Terrova. I see you got the 80lbs thrust but do you need the 80lbs or could I get away with using the 55lbs? Is it enough?

@FishingtheLoneStar

3 жыл бұрын

I had the Minn Kota 45 on it for about a month. There were times when trolling into the wind that that motor had a difficult time, almost didn’t make it. 55 would probably be fine. I just wanted to be sure the wind would never bully me again (lol), and stepped up to the 80. Hope that helps.

@ddm62571

3 жыл бұрын

@@FishingtheLoneStar I went and got the Terrova 80lbs. Just got it installed last week. Better safe than sorry. lol

@FishingtheLoneStar

3 жыл бұрын

@@ddm62571 - you’ll be happy with it. Especially that spot lock. It does a great job!

my problem is finding a recess tray that will fit the WIDTH of this foot pedal. it looks like yours fits the width, but had to adapt to the height. where can i get your tray?

Is the terrova side imaging capable. I have it connected to a hummingbird helix that has side imaging. Or is it only captured of down scan??

@FishingtheLoneStar

Жыл бұрын

The built in transducer is down imaging only. You would want to put the side imaging transducer mounted on the back of the boat.

Will this motor hook to a lowrance elite 7?

Since this video is older I want to know are you still happy with the foot pedal ? I was told if I was a bass fisherman I would want the Ultrex because of the response of the pedal . I was told that the others that are not cable driven have lag and not as precise. I now have a Powerdrive and cuss it everytime I am running through timber , etc. because I can't fish and control the boat at the same time. I have found a few good deals on Terrova but not Ultrex . THANKS !!!!

@FishingtheLoneStar

2 жыл бұрын

I haven’t had a problem at all with the responsiveness. I’ve been on other boats with an ultrex and I think it’s too touchy. I can navigate my boat through some pretty challenging creek channels with the Terrova, so it’s likely just a matter preference and getting used to it. I also like the flatness of the foot pedal. It’s way more ergonomically designed in my opinion.

What in shaft did you get

FYI the white puck he pointed to is NOT the GPS. The GPS is in the head of the motor.

@FishingtheLoneStar

3 жыл бұрын

You’re correct. It’s a digital compass for your boat. This is from trollingmotors.net: The heading sensor, shaped like a small smoke detector, is in fact a digital compass that communicates with the trolling motor via Bluetooth and enables the motor to keep track of its actual heading. This in turn enables the new ‘jog’ feature, or the ability for the motor to jog your boat five feet at a time in any direction you choose.

I noticed that it overhangs the front of the boat pretty far. Do you have any advice on how you can mount it so it doesn't get damaged when you are taking the boat off of the trailer? The ramps I use here in Mobile, Alabama are pretty shallow and the boat kind of falls off the roller when you launch it. I don't want my mount to fall on that roller and break it. Thanks for the overview. I'm thinking about getting one, but I need to figure out how to launch the boat with the bracket poking out so far.

@FishingtheLoneStar

20 күн бұрын

Well, the way it deploys, it has to hang over the edge. But you’re right, I’ve hit it several times on the bow roller while launching. I’ve had to figure out the right point/depth for my trailer no matter what the angle is of the trailer. That has helped a ton. I rarely hit it now. All about the trailer angle.

@marmac2768

16 күн бұрын

@@FishingtheLoneStar thanks for your answer. I did find that Minn Kota makes a base plate that bolts to the boat and another plate that bolts to the bottom of the motor than then fits onto the bottom plate. It has a sliding track where you can slide the motor mount back where it doesn't hang over. I went over the Bass Pro Shop and they had one for $69.99 and I think it will solve that problem. I haven't got my motor mounted yet, they should do it on Thursday. I'm crossing my fingers. Thanks for the video!

Could you help me locate the brand and where to order the foot pedal w/cupholder as i have just ordered this same model Terrova?

@FishingtheLoneStar

2 жыл бұрын

The foot pedal itself comes with the motor. The cup holder insert you see comes stock on the Ranger boat. Depending on your manufacturer though, you may be able to get one.

I am looking at the same Trolling motor for my 1994 Nitro 170TF it is 60" shaft I thought abouts the 45" I am unable to measure the water line is the 60 gonna be a good choice because if short I can go deeper but if it's 60 I have a choice what's your Take ?

@FishingtheLoneStar

2 жыл бұрын

I haven’t had a problem with the 45, but my Ranger also sits level in the water so the front end is closer to the water that most boats. One thing to also consider is if it will stick off the side of your boat when it’s not deployed.

I just purchased one, bottom of trolling motor does not have the down imaging on it and the lift assist is not on either. Are those options?

@FishingtheLoneStar

Ай бұрын

Hmm. I’m not sure what the new models and options are. I know the reducer can vary, but I assumed the lift assist was standard.

What length shaft does that Terrova have? and what size boat ? thanks

@FishingtheLoneStar

2 жыл бұрын

The boat I have is the RT 178 by Ranger. 17 ft aluminum. I have the 45 inch shaft. Not sure what all it comes in.

Nice. I was concerned about the foot pedal fitting into my recessed tray. Your recessed tray looks like mine, can you provide me the dimensions of your tray and the foot pedal? Thanks.

@FishingtheLoneStar

3 жыл бұрын

The opening is about 10 inches wide, 14 long, and about 3.75 inches deep.

@BKM203

3 жыл бұрын

@@FishingtheLoneStar Okay, thanks.

Hi what size your boat 80 lb trust is enough?

@FishingtheLoneStar

3 жыл бұрын

It’s 17.5 ft, and 80 lb thrust is plenty. Not only does it scoot on 10, but the spot lock has held in 15-20 mph winds with no problem.

I have my puck near my console should I move it closer? Because my spot lock is all over the place.

@FishingtheLoneStar

3 жыл бұрын

This is where Cabela’s installed mine. I don’t know that much about the location and it’s impact on the spot lock.

@rhm504

3 жыл бұрын

GPS is in the motor for spot lock. The puck is an electronic compass. When you want to move 5 ft to the "left", the motor asks the puck which way the boat is facing and moves accordingly. Don't move you puck unless you think it's not getting a connection. My puck isn't powered right now because I'm too lazy to power it, but my spot lock works fine.

Dose the terrova come with the mega down imaging or do you have to buy it seprate

@FishingtheLoneStar

2 жыл бұрын

The transducer attached to it does have the option for Mega-down.

@Thereeloutdoorsmn

2 жыл бұрын

@@FishingtheLoneStar thank you!

It's been 3 years, do you still love it ??

@FishingtheLoneStar

4 ай бұрын

Still going strong! It’s had some normal wear, and I’ve hit a few stumps and rock at a decent speed, but it still works great!

Is this iPilot LINK or just iPilot? You mentioned following a 5ft contour line from your Humminbird. I think that means iPilot LINK but wanted to confirm.

@FishingtheLoneStar

3 жыл бұрын

Yes, iPilot Link. However, you need LakeMaster or SmartStrike (which included LakeMaster) chips to make the Link work and the graph to talk to the motor.

I purchased a used minn kota terrova 24v 80 ipilot unt less han a year old. It doesn't have a heading sensor. Does this unit have gps in the head and doesn't require heading sensor?

@FishingtheLoneStar

Жыл бұрын

I’m not 100% sure here, but I believe it is needed for this unit, and I don’t think GPS is built into the head.

@TheTabugman

Жыл бұрын

The head has GPS. The heading sensor is needed to jog the boat though.

Can you get mega si from the transducer on the terrova

@FishingtheLoneStar

3 жыл бұрын

Not currently. Mega Down, but not side. You can buy Mega side imaging and strap it on, but in general, it’s not recommended because every time you turn your trolling motor the image for side imaging changes. Too much distortion on the screen. Instead, I put side imaging on the console unit, and networked the two graphs (console and bow) so I can still see side imaging from the front graph. It’s just from the transducer on the back of the boat.

I would suggest making the foot rest out of something besides wood. Maybe aluminum or fiberglass, anything but wood, wood will rot one ce it starts getting wet.

@FishingtheLoneStar

3 жыл бұрын

This is true. I did coat it with flex seal though! Lol. I can replace it very easily.

Does the autopilot connect with your fish finder or how’s that work?

@FishingtheLoneStar

3 жыл бұрын

Yes. The Terrova will connect with the Hummingbird unit to autopilot to pre-set waypoints or a route or waypoints. It will also follow a contour line that you set it to. Pretty darn cool!! You do need the Hummingbird map chip though for the contour line feature.

@cormacmccarthy8832

3 жыл бұрын

@@FishingtheLoneStar Great, so I assume the trolling motors without the “link” can’t run routes?

@FishingtheLoneStar

3 жыл бұрын

@@cormacmccarthy8832 _ I believe that is true. It’s need that component to be able to know the GPS coordinates to locate.

@duslugger2079

Жыл бұрын

Will the terrova still connect to my Lowrance console fish finder?

@samfreeman1178

Жыл бұрын

@Cormac McCarthy trolling motors with i-pilot, but not i-pilot link can still run tracks, they just can’t do it connected to the finder. You can still use spot lock, and it will also work on auto-pilot, just a lot less features than with the i-pilot link.

Is this a good deal? A 2010 Terrova 80 lb ipilot with remote. No foot pedal. $900

@FishingtheLoneStar

3 жыл бұрын

I personally wouldn’t buy it without the foot pedal. But that’s just how I like to fish, using the foot pedal. Does it have a remote at least?

Can this motor be used with foot pedal unplugged?

@FishingtheLoneStar

3 ай бұрын

I believe do, and then just use remote.

How long does the battery last?

@FishingtheLoneStar

Жыл бұрын

I have two dedicated to the trolling motor and used it all day and never came close to running them down!

Would a husband be happy with this as a trolling motor? Yes or no? Lol. My husband has been wanting a trolling motor with a spot lock.

@FishingtheLoneStar

3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely, but it may also depend on the type of boat. Do you know it’s a fiberglass boat or aluminum. This one I have is aluminum. If fiberglass, you may want to look at the Ultrex. Both are great, the Ultrex is just a little bigger for bigger heavier boats.

@janettex08

3 жыл бұрын

@@FishingtheLoneStar he has a 16’ alumacraft boat! Sounds like it should work, yeah? Should a 54” be good?

@janettex08

3 жыл бұрын

@@FishingtheLoneStar one more question!! Do you think a foot pedal is more convenient than just having the controller? I’m deciding if I want to get one with a foot pedal... need a fisherman’s perspective. Thanks!

@FishingtheLoneStar

3 жыл бұрын

@@janettex08 - Yes. Get the foot pedal. I looked at one without, and so glad I didn’t go the route of remote only.

@janettex08

3 жыл бұрын

@@FishingtheLoneStar ahhh dang it was hoping I could save a few hundred! Lol but thanks so much for your honest feedback! You’ve been extremely help. He’s gonna be so happy.

"don’t make this same mistake"... what's the mistake? Doesn't seem like you said anything about one.

@FishingtheLoneStar

3 жыл бұрын

Brian Peter - Sorry if I didn’t explicitly call that out. I think I mentioned the foot pedal though and how it’s completely flat. Had to built a platform for it, because it’s unlike a normal pedal in the way it’s built.

@paulp2186

2 жыл бұрын

clickbat!!

how to hook up a terrova trolling motor

@FishingtheLoneStar

2 жыл бұрын

If you’re asking how, I had mine professionally installed.

looks like it is hanging over to far. that mount shouldnt be hangin over the edge of boat that much

@FishingtheLoneStar

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, it has too so it can deploy without the shaft hitting the nose of the boat. It was done correctly.

@mrlrgmouth3692

2 жыл бұрын

@@FishingtheLoneStar my bad yea i looked at it and relized my eyes were playing tricks on me . nice riggin

@FishingtheLoneStar

2 жыл бұрын

@@mrlrgmouth3692 - no worries. It does look a little weird. It has to hang off a tad so the trolling motor shaft can hang over the front nose.

Kk

$1800 dollar trolling motor cost more than my boat, outboard motor and trailer put together. I'll stick with using oars for trolling.

@FishingtheLoneStar

3 жыл бұрын

Nothing wrong with that. The beautiful thing is that we all get to choose how we want to spend our own money.

BRUH

jam a piece of rubber under the constant button.,, than k me later...

So it's got the sonar , does it also come with a monitor screen or ...?I just bought one but not sure

@FishingtheLoneStar

Жыл бұрын

The graph/screen is sold separately. I have 9” Hummingbirds on mine.

@JC-di4uz

Жыл бұрын

@@FishingtheLoneStar son of a bitch I asked the rep at bass pro he said all included , I've got a humming bird fish finder but it's an older model don't thin it will be compatible

@FishingtheLoneStar

Жыл бұрын

@@JC-di4uz - I think it needs to be a Gen2 or later model.