I would get a cover or box for your battery. My first trolling motor was a Newport, now I have a minn kota. The kota is lighter and has a better build quality imo.
My battery box had hook ups and a fuse. It no longer works, but I still use it as a simple plastic box with the cables snaked beneath. Also, make sure you use a fuse with enough amp for your motor.
I have a flat back on my Crescent kayak so i can use the clamps directly on the kayak, but I also a bar to mount the motor next to me like the other comment, but the drag in ocean current convince me to keep it on the back. I have the same tiller, works great.
The mounting plate will probably work fine, just make sure you use galvanized screws and lots of sealant rated for marine like this https://a.co/d/00bE9hyt
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There is no good way to install that motor mount without heavily modifing the kayak which will probably require drilling into the kayak so you have to be precise and hope to not make a mistake. If you’re cool with losing your rod holders Id suggest something like this.
https://www.islandhopperoutboards.com/kayak-motor-mounts-for-vibe-kayaks.html?srsltid=AfmBOorNzR9tC9q7XN6-UmK_YQIJ293okiRq57Ad9tbgrxRRHomDUEPS
I would get a cover or box for your battery. My first trolling motor was a Newport, now I have a minn kota. The kota is lighter and has a better build quality imo.
My battery box had hook ups and a fuse. It no longer works, but I still use it as a simple plastic box with the cables snaked beneath. Also, make sure you use a fuse with enough amp for your motor.
Like this https://a.co/d/0hPtSnZx
I have a flat back on my Crescent kayak so i can use the clamps directly on the kayak, but I also a bar to mount the motor next to me like the other comment, but the drag in ocean current convince me to keep it on the back. I have the same tiller, works great.
The mounting plate will probably work fine, just make sure you use galvanized screws and lots of sealant rated for marine like this https://a.co/d/00bE9hyt