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Aquasport Mechanicals - things that need a wrench, screwdriver or multimeter => Trolling Motors and Kickers => Topic started by: alandry100 on May 18, 2023, 08:10:46 AM

Title: Minn kota quick release bracket questions and install '79 170
Post by: alandry100 on May 18, 2023, 08:10:46 AM

So I finally caved and picked up a 80lb 60" Terrova and am in the process of installing.

My question is in the install of the quick release bracket. The bow area is not flat so I will need to shim somehow. I know many have done this but I have not seen photos or descriptions of what others have done.

I will post pictures of the situation when I get home.

Aaron

Title: Re: Minn kota quick release bracket questions and install '79 170
Post by: Capt. Bob on May 18, 2023, 12:06:42 PM

Here's a pic.

https://classicaquasport.com/smf/index.php?topic=11773.msg135338#msg135338

Title: Re: Minn kota quick release bracket questions and install '79 170
Post by: alandry100 on May 19, 2023, 08:48:06 AM

Thanks for the response - I am using the RTA 17 bracket. I am going to try to avoid fabrication if possible. I am waffling between nylon and neoprene fender washer shims. Wondering what other folks have used to level out. I think I will need to raise the whole puck up a few mm's as the very bow of the boat forward of the old nav light is the highest point on mine. I need to raise the whole thing to clear. At that point the piece that is mounted on the motor will be lifted off the deck. Is this a problem? I'm thinking not as I have seen some motors that are more or less supported by only the puck.

Title: Re: Minn kota quick release bracket questions and install '79 170
Post by: RickK on May 19, 2023, 09:01:09 PM

I planned the same removable mount on my rebuild and added reinforcement on the front cap deck for mounting it. I have don't have the nads to pay $3k+ for the trolling motor that I desire. I have the install placement ready and the power already run to it, if I decide to buy.

(https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/646/CIMG1104.JPG) (https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=9263&title=cimg1104&cat=646)

(https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/646/CIMG1108.JPG) (https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=9265&title=cimg1108&cat=646)

(https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/646/CIMG1110.JPG) (https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=9267&title=cimg1110&cat=646)

(https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/646/CIMG1111.JPG) (https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=9268&title=cimg1111&cat=646)

Title: Re: Minn kota quick release bracket questions and install '79 170
Post by: alandry100 on May 20, 2023, 12:07:55 AM

That’s some amazing foresight. I’m going to hope the core holds. I picked up a bunch of neoprene washers. Will level with those and sandwich with 4000.

Title: Re: Minn kota quick release bracket questions and install '79 170
Post by: Fish Head on May 20, 2023, 03:47:42 PM

I stacked nylon washers accordingly to level on top of four neoprene washers to seal water out. Works great no issues last 2 years. I also used a plastic(poly?)cutting board from dollar store to reinforce from underneath! Cheers T

Title: Re: Minn kota quick release bracket questions and install '79 170
Post by: alandry100 on May 20, 2023, 06:22:32 PM

I decided to go with neoprene spacers. Seems pretty solid. Will finish off the wiring tomorrow - then splash.

Title: Re: Minn kota quick release bracket questions and install '79 170
Post by: RickK on May 21, 2023, 05:13:46 AM

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