I have an easy affordable solution, you buy the utility box for $100 from old town and add a trolling motor to the same box trough the transducer hole that is completely waterproof 😁you can check out what I did on mine ✌️
@mikekorab76938 ай бұрын
Good video. I would suggest that you disconnect the auto sweep and you will run a lot faster.
@normanrogers805711 ай бұрын
How long of running time
@dennislewis7602 Жыл бұрын
So I’ve been over KZbin. And yours by far is one of the best at explaining everything on this kayak. I just bought this identical kayak. It is loaded with almost everything. Except the American 🇺🇸. I will have one asap! I haven’t got to take it out yet because it’s been raining every afternoon or every day. I can’t wait! It’s in really great condition. The only thing I’ve seen wrong was my own fault. The battery tester button. I tried to test it to make sure it worked. I keep pushing and it broke the button on the decal . The problem was I was a dummy and didn’t have the red lease (cut off line) hooked up 😂so it was tester the air 😂😂😂😂. I don’t know if I can replace it but other than that it’s a really nice kayak. But I really appreciate your video! I wish it was longer. I can’t wait to feel it push my down the channel lol😂. I’m thinking about getting some cameras and bringing this kayak back. I think it’s a really nice kayak and doesn’t get enough attention! Thanks for yours video buddy! Hopefully you’re still getting out there!
@andrewwastien2 жыл бұрын
its just mine or this engine drinks a lot of gasoline? the other day I was doing some adjust to the carb since I bought mine not working and in about 40 minutes it drank a full thank, I'm thinking that if it drank that much without grinding any stumps its not going to be cost effective
@Drew866132 жыл бұрын
Great in-depth review, thank you for making this video.
@ryanschultz61462 жыл бұрын
I'm looking at a 362 or 382. How does the 362 do on hills and climbing chip piles with it only being 2wd? Thanks
@kevincoffey60223 жыл бұрын
What make battery box and where did you get the connector to the boat plug?
@AndyGerkenakaTOPSO3 жыл бұрын
The battery plug in and everything came preinstalled on this model...
@zoreyes23273 жыл бұрын
Lol the cutter wheel cut off cause you were trying to take a nice chunk not cause you let your hand off the hot stick
@jvillaro13 жыл бұрын
Found a used one for a good deal. You guys think this would be good for in shore rock fishing????
@HendersonHookin3 жыл бұрын
do you still have this kayak? what are your thoughts on it this far into ownership o fit?
@AndyGerkenakaTOPSO3 жыл бұрын
I do not have it any longer. However, I do not have complaints with it. Great kayak. My issue was a physical issue on my part which kept me from using it.
@shawnmanning11113 жыл бұрын
The irony in this video is amazing. A Fat lazy fuck posting about fitness!! Hahaha!
@HendersonHookin3 жыл бұрын
im in the process of getting one of these now I hope. what is the name of the part to hold the motor in place and where did you get it?
@jerryrissew4 жыл бұрын
Cool
@tjtewshews55314 жыл бұрын
Is there a particular type of charger I should get for this?
@AndyGerkenakaTOPSO4 жыл бұрын
Nope, Any charger will work. I use trickle charge when my battery sits for long periods of time.
@mrguppy10164 жыл бұрын
HAHAHA THOSE SHOES ON A GREAT KAYAK
@jamesking75414 жыл бұрын
How stable is it?
@chasinthewind86494 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the review good job. I will say I’ve never Hurd someone call an electric motor an engine. Btw those red cables are called kill switches.
@DroneGirl14 жыл бұрын
So cute :) Thumbs up from Dublin (Ireland) ! :)
@michaelpatsko57374 жыл бұрын
instead of using the center mount motor that comes with the kayak...I have a mk also, would it not be more feasible to get a trolling motor bracket and rear mount to mount motor in rear?. this way you can put in the floorboard to cover up the hole and have all sorts of room up front. you can buy kits from electric marine to get a setup for this and other brand kayaks.
@josesanchez15924 жыл бұрын
That's a really good machine but you don't know how to use that's not how you grind a stump
@AndyGerkenakaTOPSO4 жыл бұрын
Is that right. I am always willing to listen. I cant believe I have been doing it wrong for 20 years.
@josephmorgan41084 жыл бұрын
Looks like good technique to me. Tree service owner in Miami Fl
@Shawnymac403 жыл бұрын
Looks great to me!
@daviddonahue1862 Жыл бұрын
I wouldnt do anything differant, any tips & complaints about this model machine?
@windowclean1005 жыл бұрын
Hey dude just move landing pod over to the right so it’s easy to bring up and down and it lands in the pod just my two cents
@Arty_left5 жыл бұрын
What happens if the minn Kota needs repair? Are there repair/replacement parts available, or would you have to purchase another $1300 unit? Thanks
@AndyGerkenakaTOPSO5 жыл бұрын
I am sure they can be repaired like any other Minn Kota trolling motor. If you have a warranty it would be done for free or if not at a cost. Certainly a better question for Minn Kota or Old Town.
@Arty_left5 жыл бұрын
I have contacted both Old town and Minnkota. Neither can give me any answers on this!!
@briandalton76715 жыл бұрын
Also have you done any other upgrades/improvements?
@AndyGerkenakaTOPSO5 жыл бұрын
Not too many other upgrades beside the normal rod holders and such. The boat really does not need a whole lot. Its pretty decked out.
@briandalton76715 жыл бұрын
I'm picking up a predator mk on friday. I will see if they are on the new ones. If not i will order a set when picking it up. Thank you so muck
@hoes10635 жыл бұрын
How do you charge for those stumps?
@AndyGerkenakaTOPSO5 жыл бұрын
hoes1063 pricing varies depending on size, type, location and obstacles. On average, you can expect to pay from $150 to $350 per stump.
@tobyneumann20764 жыл бұрын
@@AndyGerkenakaTOPSO 150 bucks for those little stumps?
@jorgeechavarria15902 жыл бұрын
@@tobyneumann2076 go out with an axe and after a hour you'll be begging to pay the hundo lol
@dpoopoop5 жыл бұрын
Dead memes everywhere
@larrymays7625 жыл бұрын
Where do I buy them
@AndyGerkenakaTOPSO5 жыл бұрын
You have to call the company. They are very friendly and here are the part numbers. .Pivot Bracket Right #01.1315.0281. Pivot Bracket Left #01.1315.0282, And Pivot Bracket Cord (need 2) 01.1315.0283.
@derekwalker46235 жыл бұрын
Does the seat come out of the Kayak?
@AndyGerkenakaTOPSO5 жыл бұрын
Yes, you can remove the seat, but not. easily. It folds up easily and adjusts up or down easily.
@seamusmclaughlin59166 жыл бұрын
The engine lock device only goes half way. That is how it was designed
@iemfillup61356 жыл бұрын
Awesome video, thanks for sharing, not a lot of videos out there with this kayak. Any new videos of Mods you have done?
@AndyGerkenakaTOPSO6 жыл бұрын
Thanks man, unfortunately, this Summer was the summer of home renovations, so I was unable to get out much. Let me know if you have any other questions. I probably have an answer. Do you have this kayak?
@iemfillup61356 жыл бұрын
Andy Gerken a.k.a. TOPSO Yes I have the older version like you. I want to add the anchor trolly and maybe the dry box. And two flush mount pole holders.
@iemfillup61356 жыл бұрын
Great customer service and yes it was cheap for those parts $16 with shipping.
@MTSail6 жыл бұрын
Best review ever
@trnewnam12326 жыл бұрын
Does it come with a battery?
@AndyGerkenakaTOPSO6 жыл бұрын
Batteries sold separately.
@FBay6 жыл бұрын
Where or what website can I purchase this modified clip mount? Thank you
@AndyGerkenakaTOPSO6 жыл бұрын
Sorry for the late reply. Only by phone from the company. Cheap though.
@FBay6 жыл бұрын
Awesome idea! Where can I purchase that mount? Can you give us the link? Thanks
@AndyGerkenakaTOPSO6 жыл бұрын
Unfortunately there is no online store. You must call the dealer. But they will get it to you in like two days. super fast.
@christophersinni85646 жыл бұрын
That's Mexican for armadillo mother Truckers
@tailslapexplore68876 жыл бұрын
I'm really thinking of getting this for salt water fishing after extensive of comparing with others , btw love ur predator mate. :)
@larrymays7625 жыл бұрын
Thank you!!!
@tailslapexplore68876 жыл бұрын
Hey Andy, since you been using this kayak for couple year what do you think bout the pro and con mate?
@AndyGerkenakaTOPSO6 жыл бұрын
There is a link to my review of this boat at the end of this video. That should tell you my thoughts. Its a thumbs up.
@evilcatis6 жыл бұрын
Do you have a name or part number for the locking motor mounts?
@AndyGerkenakaTOPSO6 жыл бұрын
Sure, let me get that....Pivot Bracket Right #01.1315.0281. Pivot Bracket Left #01.1315.0282, And Pivot Bracket Cord (need 2) 01.1315.0283.
@johnvines48756 жыл бұрын
I'm from Texas, and I did hunt one, and It tasted super good ( with right spices ) and no I'm not latino, I'm white
@shokill5 жыл бұрын
From the road? Lol
@lifeandadventures6 жыл бұрын
I have my predator MK all set up and ready for the first trip. I tried plugging in the motor and battery while the boat is on a lift in my garage. I couldn't get the motor to turn. I don't feel like the plug in connections for the battery and the motor console are very good. difficult to know if I've connected correctly. Any advice from anyone? I assume these will run without being in the water.
@tomb11986 жыл бұрын
If you are having trouble plugging in the battery or motor connectors in ( which way to rotate to get in), try this. Plug in and then mark with white paint on the socket and the plug. I used a little car touch up paint. Takes the guess work out of plugging in and won't cause you to mess up the connector.
@antoniosannicandro49456 жыл бұрын
Should I go with like a hobie mirage drive or should I do this kayak with the the motor how much of a hassle is the old town predator?
@AndyGerkenakaTOPSO5 жыл бұрын
Sorry for the very late reply. I have to go through my comments and I see that I miss some at times. Hobie Is top of the line as I have read. I cannot tell you which to get because I do not have a Hobie and have never use one. As far as hassle???? Its not bad for me. When you get on the lake, its very nice to just cruise around. I like it a lot. It would be nice to have both options in one boat. That would be a market changer.
@aaronanstett89876 жыл бұрын
its huge hahaha thats what she said
@jiml43786 жыл бұрын
Thanks for a great review.
@TheTomLombardo7 жыл бұрын
I gave you a thumbs up. Pretty good review. Its was good that you let us know that you liked the Kayak at the beginning because as you said it sounded like a somewhat negative review. Looks like a great boat. Is it capable of taking on the peddle drive instead of the minn-Kota battery powered propeller. That battery operated one may put an already expensive hobby way out of my price range. Thanks for the review.
@tayso21187 жыл бұрын
Do shout outs in your future videos
@AndyGerkenakaTOPSO7 жыл бұрын
What are shout outs?
@justintroy98277 жыл бұрын
Hey, so I'm really wanting to get the predator XL kayak. I want the option to upgrade to the trolling motor later. My question is though, is it easy to paddle? I'll be paddling for a while before I can afford the trolling motor upgrade.
@AndyGerkenakaTOPSO7 жыл бұрын
For a fishing kayak it is easy. In fact, the design is made for stability which made me consider that very thing, but I was pleasantly surprised. I use the motor mostly but when I am close to shore or moving just a small distance I always paddle. All that being said, I would only consider this yak if you truly intend to buy the motor down the road. Its made for this kayak and there are cheaper, better options if you never buy the motor.
@justintroy98277 жыл бұрын
Andy Gerken a.k.a. TOPSO I believe what I've decided to do is buy the old town predator 13. Then do the motor mod to the rear of it later. I was figuring all the costs. It would actually be around 1200 cheaper with nearly an identical yak. Only difference would be the rear motor mount instead of under the yak. My mind changed so much that I could very well change back to the XL in a matter of days. Lol
@AndyGerkenakaTOPSO7 жыл бұрын
That's cool. So instead of steering with your feet, you will steer with the motor right? I thought of that too at one point. Sure you will like it and the price difference is significant.
@tomb11987 жыл бұрын
Re-watched your review again. Here's an issue I found with mine(same kayak). I get out at 0-dark thirty when it's still pretty dark out. If you are having trouble plugging in the battery or motor connectors in ( which way to rotate to get in), try this. Plug in and then mark with white paint on the socket and the plug. I used a little car touch up paint. Takes the guess work out of plugging in and won't cause you to mess up the connector.
@antoniosannicandro49456 жыл бұрын
tomb should i get this kayak or should I get a hobie with a mirage drive. Is the old town predator to much of an hassle?
@claudiagerken65707 жыл бұрын
Fun class!
@steveyulenburg1297 жыл бұрын
OK you guys are freaking me out! Turn your engine off in your car so the person that could have been in your cabin doesn't take off with it, and get a darn BRIGHT flashlight next time! LOL
@AndyGerkenakaTOPSO7 жыл бұрын
Steve Yulenburg lol, right. We actually thought about turning the engine off but then I thought if we have to jet, it would be our luck the car would not start......that's how it goes in the movies.
@steveyulenburg1297 жыл бұрын
After someone trips and falls running from the mass murderer in the movies, you're right the car usually doesn't start! LOL