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i just mounted a minn kota quick release mount to my montauk. it works very well although i do still have the front rail mounted. its not the quickest to deploy, but i'm not a tournament fisherman, so it really doesnt matter. i used the mka 16-02 mount. the way i mounted it, i had to drill four 1/2 inch holes though the step . three of them went through the wood, one didnt. the reason for the half inch holes is because i bought a set of "motorguide" rubber mount isolaters.i got them from west marine, but you can find them here(http://www.duskyonline.com/Merchant2/...ct_Count=7) they are shaped like a "t" but the mounting screws pull the rubber up to compress against the underside if the wood, creating a cushioned mount, as well as lifting the motor mount above the rubrail so there isnt any rocking. i did use some sealer around the rubber before i put the mount in the holes to sheild against water intrusion. it is a very sturdy way to mount a trolling motor especially if you dont use it very often. i'm still working on plans for the wiring of my motor which i think i will put a plug in the center console. i will try to take some picture soon. man, i was nervous making those holes, but i thought about it for awhile and double checked deployment of the motor and found a position i could deal with so i went for it.. im happy with the results.