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A Friend just noticed the steering on his boat is not centered. Throw on turn to right is about 4 1/2 inches( maybe 2 1/2 turns) and the throw to the left is only about 1 3/4 inches(maybe one turn). Total rod throw is about 6 1/4 inches. Motor is free and exceeds cable throw in both...

How's this working out for you? excessive Power shouldn't be a problem, biggest concern would be the weight from needing two batteries for the trolling motor.

Copied From another post I previously made, not sure if it is the one your looking for: Here's another option for front deck mount of transom mount trolling motor. While I like the welded brackets shown, many of us don't have ready access to that skill. Relatively inexpensive to build using a...

Here's another option for front deck mount of transom mount trolling motor. While I like the welded brackets shown, many of us don't have ready access to that skill. Relatively inexpensive to build using a galvanized trailer roller bracket, less than 12" of 2x6, piece of steel shaft with end...

Starboard - available in several colors and "cut to size" pricing with free shipping on orders that exceed 3 sq feet. https://stores.ebay.com/Cesany-Plastics-Inc?_trksid=p4340.l2563 While I know there have been cautions about Ebay stores, I have used these folks twice and have been very happy...

Aluminum Angle, stainless as well as most other metal products and shapes https://www.metalsupermarkets.com/ The prices online are the best I had found and if you are lucky enough to have access to a local store/warehouse like the one in Tampa, you may find the price to be even lower. We did...

Rough estimate: 14' tinny: maybe 220 lbs 10 hp 2 stroke: maybe 70 lbs ( 15 hp merc weighs 77lbs) 3/4 " plywood 2 sheets: about 120 lbs trolling motor: 40 pounds for a bow mount minnkota battery: battery maybe 50 lbs 3 gal of gas: 18 lbs EZ load trailer: Magic tilt is less than 300 lbs other...

Remote controls or Throttle arm? makes a big difference

Another approach to make a simple deck that is easily removable, rather than just open, to minimize any issues with clearance for motor, wiring, hoses,etc.. Use the aluminum angle supports mounted on the seat and the transom. Use the 1/4" plate or whatever wood you chose that would be strong...

Strongly recommend the Aluminum angle. By the time you factor in the cost of sealant, the cost isn't that much more. Less weight and frankly very easy to use. You can get by with just a hack saw, drill and hand rivet gun. I preferred using T6061 Aluminum for the rounded edges and greater...

Here's a name my wife gave me for my new boat, "The Last One"

Ref CC vs Side console - A little different view from my perspective, the first question (1) you need to answer is how you like to drive, Standing up or sitting down. A short side console pretty much assumes you have to sit down or hunch over, but that doesn't mean you have to give up on a...

Looking for feedback on using a non-slip coating in a lowe 1448MT over the aluminum floors and even the front and rear plywood decks? Any experience or recommendations with particular diy applied products? I haven't been able to find any kind of ratings or comparative views, so I am looking...

Just a caution on the CC vs Side Console, without knowing the dimensions of your boat. Last year I purchased a skiff with 60" beam with a cc and found it difficult to get around the CC, especially with rod holders on the sides. I ended up moving the CC off-center resolving my concern. I...

The riser is 1/2" pvc, the problem is how you plug the the PVC into the hole in the bottom. The ODT1 comes with a vinyl/rubber plug on the end that fits(pushes) into the drain hole. Not sure how I would replicate this plug part? If the hole has threads it might be a simple thing to do?