Thread subject: Whaler Central - Boston Whaler Boat Information and Photos :: Bow Mount Trolling Motor ideas for Sakonnet

Posted by bradsc on 01/25/15 - 4:54 AM
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Chase,
It will be important to get the trolling motor on the center line of the boat. We do a good bit of inshore fishing and use the trolling motor about half the time. If it is not centered you will be constantly adjusting to get you boat to go straight. I made a plywood pattern and played with different angles. I am not sure of your front railing but those will come into play also. I made my plate from 1/4" stainless and had it powder coated. I used the holes for the bow light/chock and then cut a hole to get a through bolt on the back of the plate. I did loose the cool classic bow light and had to but the running lights on the side of the console. I have a buddy who works with fiberglass/gel coat patch the hole. You may get by with just heavy screws and 5200. I ran 8 AWG wire to a plug on the center console and keep the deep cycle battery under the console. Check my personal page and I will try to get a few more pictures added of the plate.

Edited by bradsc on 01/25/15 - 4:56 AM