1968 14' Starcraft Seafarer bow trolling challenge.

[Splitpaddle]

I have a 1968 Seafarer that I love for a number of reasons, depth, capacity, durability, HP capability and trailering. Here is the problem. The boat has a deep straight line bow and I wish to mount a MK Powerdrive on the bow. I need to use the Co=pilot because I have partially fused ankles and operating a foot pedal is tough. Looking for ideas to overcome the limitations of the bow line, mounting and the fact the bow doesn't curve back much towards the keel. I willi be doing a makeover of this boat to fit my angling needs for inland Midwest lakes. The biggest headache is this first. Thoughts?

 

[fishin98]

PICTURES! Not everyone is familiar with this boat. Can't offer advise if we have no idea of what your dealing with.

 

[TruckDrivingFool]

I believe the problem you are trying to overcome is that the Seafarer is an open utility type hull and have no where to mount a bow TM, Pics what you're working with is the first step to clear that up.

Going on the above assumption I'll suggest adding a small deck in the bow at the same height as the gunwhale to give you a mounting point.