Re: Mounting a Trolling Motor
Any bow mount trolling motor with a small footprint (like a MinnKota Power Drive or MotorGuide) can be used. They can be mounted at an angle so when stowed, the motor follows the port side rail. The trick for easy removal is quite simple. A number of quick release plates are available from iBoats, Cabelas, Bass Pro, etc. This system consists of two interlocking plates. One piece mounts to the base of the motor, the other to the bow of your boat. Yous slide the motor into the base plate and it locks down with a thumb screw. A padlock provision is included to reduce the possibility of theft. Note that I said possibility!!! If they really want the motor they will get it. The base plate can be mounted to the boat with four well nuts. These require no hardware below deck. They expand when tightened and they have a flanged head so the base plate does not actually contact the gel coat. You will likely need the longest shaft available. You will also need a 74# motor which is 24V so you need to large 12V deep cycle batteries.
