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1st I'd like to say what an awesome and very informational forum. Being new to the outboard boating scene I have learned a lot from this site! Right now I am in need of eithder a part or a picture. I have a 1987 50 HP Force on which the reverse lock arm is missing. The partis no longer available...
This is my first bow mount trolling motor setup. If I get a TM longer than needed at times can I set the motor for cetain lengths? (say a 48" at one time and then lower it to a 54" at another? )
I know this subject has been brought up before but I just bought a 1987 14 ft Bayliner Capri and would like to mount a bow mount trolling motor on it . Do I need to reinforce the mount area and what would be the best type of fasteners to use. Also are there any "tricks" I should know to make it...