Trolling Motor Mounting Question

[Uncle Buck]

I bought a new trolling motor.

 

Minn Kota All Terrain - Cable Steer, Scissor Mount

 

I had an older unit mounted to the bow, but upgraded the thrust/voltage

 

Issue I had with the previous motor i mounted was i had to Orient the motor head/prop the right way so it wouldn't hit my rail...

 

looking at it, unless i let it overhand the edge, i'll be having the same problem with this unit...

 

Both units old and new were/are Minn Kota All terrains

 

I'd rather be able to just pull the cord up and not worry which way the motor is oriented...

 

any ideas?

[bubbles]

Mine overhangs, have to be sure it is orientated properly for the cover to fit properly as well. I think it is the only way.

[River Rat]

I've mounted two both with overhangs...no problems with either.

 

Cheers

 

RR

[Jer]

It just becomes habit to step on the pedal as you lift to set the motor the right way.

[Rattletrap2]

Yeah, I agree with Jer. It does become second nature to step on the pedal and orientate the motor with the prop facing in. I don't think there is any way other to do it. I like the slide off mounts and remove mine to put the cover on.

Problem with that is.....it seems to get heavier every year! I have a Minn Kota Maxxum 65 and it is a bit of a beast to lug around these days.