Bass Tracker Heritage / Classic Modifications 2.0

In this video, I highlight some of my most recent (and expensive) modifications. We have a new minn Kota maxxum trolling motor, Garmin Panoptix livescope, echomap 93SV, Mercury Vessel View and much more.
Trolling motor tray: amzn.to/2U5oYSE
Stabilizer for trolling motor: amzn.to/2Tk6Wrq
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Installing a Recessed Trolling Motor Tray
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[@storypunman]

Nice rig. I like these smaller rigs that are built to make use of all spaces. Winter now and I'm watching boat/fishing videos, but can't wait for spring to arrive.

[@whiterhinooutdoors4572]

Nice looking rig there hope to get me one soon

[@RonBand01]

Jaime, you did some nice enhancements and they are, obviously, serving you well. I am surprised that you didn't go for the Ultrex or the Ulterra trolling motor. I actually won a jackpot at the casino and purchased the Ulterra 24 volt. I love the spot lock, the self deploy and self stow feature and especially the GPS following feature. I installed it along with a fishing buddy and it took use about 8 hours. Then we took it to the lake to set up. It looked like you bought a second gas tank. I would recommend measuring the space that they take up and get a professional tank. I did that with my pontoon boat that had an area for 2 6 gallon tanks. I ordered a professional one for about 100 bucks that fits in the same place and held 18 gallons and it had a fuel filler spout !. I paid 30 bucks for a gas gauge and wired it myself. I may have had a total of 150 bucks in all of it. Best money I ever spent on any boat that I have ever had. West marine and several more companies can match your dimensions. I promise it will save you so much trouble and may double the amount of usable gasoline that you can carry for longer runs. Love these videos and keep em comin' Ron

[@jaimeastin]

First, congratulations on winning the jackpot! One day I hope to do the same. After doing all the other enhancements oh, I really wanted an ultrex. But I already went above my original budget of a $300 fishfinder upgrade to the full setup that I have now. So the trolling motor was out of the question, that is until I had a little more encouragement and the maxim was just kind of like a $75 upgrade, so I did it. Supposedly in the next month or so, Garmin and a couple other companies are coming out with their own trolling motor so the competition is heating up. I will see what they're offering before I get to old tricks next year. Contemplate upgrading my gas tank. I just moved it to the other side of the boat this time, but it's the same tank. I've been thinking of doing the same as you. Adding a permanent, professional gas tank wood be a lot better. I would love to have a nice fill spot that I could access a little easier. I have a co-worker dad hit the jackpot randomly at the casino a couple years ago. I was in Vegas over the weekend and it didn't happen for me. LOL!

[@nachogtz3512]

Great videos please continue posting more. What I would recommend is installing the VesselView Mobile and save having to take up more room on your console for the hour meter. It’s a simple install and has some pretty good diagnostic and motor management options.

[@jaimeastin]

I installed the vessel view over the weekend. I only have 24.6 hours on my motor.

[@rayadouno7811]

Nice info and video! I really like the entire combo you put together!

[@shaleemp]

Without a dope beat to step to!!

[@randyl1029]

Hey man you might not want to keep a vented gas can back there closed up with those batteries.

[@blipsmann1985]

Ok man. I noticed your out there by yourself, sorry the dog don’t count. If they were some way I could get ya my number “BOOM” you have a fishing buddy. Roll Tide and keep fishing.

[@jaimeastin]

H Let me know... I'm out with a subscriber now on my boat. Catching bass bream

[@denver.bites.fishing7762]

Your link is no longer active on the trolling motor tray, is there any way that I could get these files from you as I am about to start this project myself? If not I totally understand and appreciate all of the help I've gained from your videos anyway. Thank you for everything you have done on these videos!

[@jaimeastin]

Sure. Let me check or out tonight. I will have them for you tomorrow if not.

[@denver.bites.fishing7762]

@@jaimeastin thank you so much man! Do you off hand remember how much room was in between the back of the tray opening and the rear of the under storage? The tray I bought seems extremely large and I am really hoping that it doesn't interfere with the rear of that storage compartment. Again, I appreciate everything! Thanks again!

[@Vera-xu3xw]

Just doing a build on a 16.6 alumacraft. Yours looks real nice. What size outboard is that?

[@jaimeastin]

40hp. You have any videos? I would like to check your build out.

[@Vera-xu3xw]

@@jaimeastin HI, no I have pictures but no videos. I just bought a 2022 Mercury 40hp to put on it. I pick it up tomorrow Oct 6 Super excited (even though I feel I got rapped on the price) How do you like your Mercury?

[@tybazsco5150]

Very nice setup!!

[@andrewbieschke7785]

Hey Jaime, What is the part that you have that supports the Minn Kota? Looks like some type of Ram mount. I want to buy that same part. Did you have to buy some type of bracket for that as well?

[@jaimeastin]

Its a Minn Kota trolling motor stabilizer. Mine is the MKA-29. It is a little cumbersome to install, but works great. It is made to be universal, so you can custom fit it to your boat Deck. Perfect for Deep V boats. Minn Kota MKA-29 Bow Mount Stabilizer Kit - Side Mount [1862012] www.amazon.com/dp/B00GOGEA50/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_LKuPDbX6C5746 They have an updated one that installs easier and is just as secure. I didn't find about it until after I installed mine. MKA-4 MinnKota MKA-4 Bow Mount Stabilizer Kit www.amazon.com/dp/B001PTHKO4/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_7HuPDbTA4E007 Thanks for watching and commenting 😁

[@arciefan]

Love it. Like all your mods. Couldn't tell you the number of times where I was just gonna cross over a big cove and have a snack and just use the 24v trolling motor to shoot across knowing I got plenty of power and plenty of battery power by now using two instead of one. Into the wind, no big deal with that bigger trolling motor. Like that recess trolling motor mount too. I don't have one but I know that's the way to go. Being primarily one that just fishes along the banks, I don't need the electronics, but respect what they will do. You did an excellent job and I know you're gonna love your upgrades. Nice video!

[@geoffreypinard6278]

Nice work. Learning alot from your videos as I plan for my Classic. Your Charger and Battery set-up looks just like I was planning.

[@jameshogan4347]

Love the upgrades!! What mounting bracket did you use for the 93sv on the dash?

[@jaimeastin]

Originally used ram mounts, but I upgraded to the Scotty 2" ball mounts. They are $40 and work well

[@jameshogan4347]

@@jaimeastin Was it possibly Scotty No.163 universal 1.5" ball mount?

[@Ryan-jx4vh]

Nice rig! The recessed foot pedal is a huge deal when you fish for a long time. The only thing else I would do is extend the deck and build a rod locker storage. That’s all I feel is missing on it. 🎣🙌

[@taronhowell2523]

How durable and thick do you think the hull is ?

[@ryantowery2142]

What Sharkbite fitting did you use??

[@jaimeastin]

Hi Ryan. Thanks for reaching out. What connection are we talking about? The trolling motor or what?

[@ryantowery2142]

@@jaimeastin Sorry the one on the recessed foot tray

[@cbthrasher]

Damn I'm jealous

[@jaimeastin]

Don't be man... Thanks for watching

[@TheFlynxman]

Jamie. I’m not able to watch your video on recessed pedal install. I just got the same one you have. The URL no longer exists. Do you have another site that’s on? Thx Pete

[@jaimeastin]

Let me see... I will see where the video went. See this post on my website jaimeastin.com/?p=254

[@danbarber67]

Great video Jamie. You did a lot of nice stuff. I especially like what you did with the foot control. I think I might use that. Getting ready to get mine on the water.

[@jaimeastin]

Yes. The recessed tray is a game changer. It is something that I wish I would have done last year when my back was giving me trouble. Thanks for watching and get that boat on the water.

[@jktsful6059]

Hi Jamie ,great video ,could you do a short video about recessed foot control pan. I think that’s is one thing about my heritage I would change but little nervous cutting into deck ,and do you think that does anything to warranty installing that yourself ? Thank you

[@jaimeastin]

Sure. I am writing some instructions. I have a template, but I don't have a scanner big enough to make a PDF for you all. Cutting into the deck is the best thing I did.

[@GEOPUZZLE]

I really like your idea for covering/concealing the wiring under the gunnel. Also the drain holes in the rear storage compartment are a must. Good job! Edit...@11:00 what did you call the battery connectors and where did you get them? And, instead of cutting a big hole in your dash and, considering the money you've already spent, why not just get the VesselView mobile module. It will give you much more information than just hours.

[@jaimeastin]

I installed vessel view over the weekend. The connectors are these: Marinco Battery Terminal www.amazon.com/dp/B000NHZV7C/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_SzUOCbYHP54DV

[@dwshehanF150]

Really nice job!

[@jaimeastin]

Thanks

[@michaelcarrico8944]

Jamie you should look into the vessel view from Mercury. It's on sale for 150....tells hours and rpms and such. Think it will come up on your fish finder also

[@jaimeastin]

That's funny. I already have it ordered, lol. For 150, I couldn't pass up. I already returned the hour meeter. I mention the vessel view in my next video, that will be released in about 30 minutes

[@troutnut01]

Your dog is a fish finder! Lol

[@TheMechnicalOwl]

Great mods and I am sure I will be watching this video a few more times to take some mental notes. Still waiting on my Bass Tracker Classic to come in. Happy fishing!

[@lunkerhunter0665]

It’s been 3 weeks since I ordered my Classic an I’m going a lil stir crazy knowing that the Bass are coming up to spawn soon. Lol

[@sporkcrx]

From a float tube to panoptix. Love it. Do you ever find any issues with the boat and walking room? Like ever wish you spent a few grand more for rod storage etc? I’m close to getting ome

[@jaimeastin]

No, I don't have any regrets. I love how I can customize I am thinking about extending the deck for storage. I am happy for what I got and what I paid. My thing is, I still love kayak fishing more. Float tubes as well, but my back doesn't like float tubes and is kinda sorta ok with the kayak. I just had a guy on the boat and we both had a lot of gear and managed just fine. You are right, I put thousands in the boat, nothing that would have come on a more expensive boat. You should go get on one, and the others. I personally would be fine with a Jon boat, lol.

[@CallUrDrop]

Looking good Jamie. I’m about to rewire everything too and installing a fuse block. I spend so much time working on my boat too. Is there anyway you can do a basic run down on that? Thank you!

[@nighthawk4045]

Good work sir!

[@normanwilliams3933]

Glad to see u back

[@TheMechnicalOwl]

Where did you find those battery post extenders?

[@jaimeastin]

I picked mine up at West Marine... But I saw them on Amazon as well. www.westmarine.com/buy/marinco--battery-direct-connectors--238220?mrkgcl=481&mrkgadid=3076579611&cm_mmc=PS-_-Google-_-GSC>NonB>Vendors-_-238220&product_id=238220&adpos=1o2&creative=108421559644&device=m&matchtype=&network=g&gclid=Cj0KCQjw2v7mBRC1ARIsAAiw34_xt2XP7sgh8hFe9yzfVVT_4PbqY7V-BzJGsvXbtxnBKxBxurcvHHcaAlp0EALw_wcB Fine the best price... I think my west Marine price matched a lower price and

[@Thefirsts]

Hey Jamie, I just recently purchased my 2019 Bass Tracker classic and I'm upgrading to a Maxxum trolling motor as well. I'm really trying to figure out how you did it as I have no clue how I'm going to do mine. So far I've gotten one bolt, washer, and screw off the trolling motor and I need to take the other out and they are farther out. I've seen your thread that states you used a longer screw driver and a ratchet wrench. How would that work as the bolts are on the under side of the deck? What did you use to catch the bolt and washer? Lastly, did you have to drill any new holes?

[@jaimeastin]

Give me a some time to respond.

[@jaimeastin]

Just busy with something else, but I will respond tonight

[@jaimeastin]

I use duct tape on the underside of the wrench to catch the bolt. Ultimately the bolts and washers deadfall. Can I use a magnetic tool to get it. That was step one the next thing I did was I cut a larger hole directly in front of the little hole that you have already on the boat. I use a multi-tool in a cut a nice rectangular hole that can stick my hand in arm through. the very best thing I did which was last... I'm telling you now because it should be the very first thing you should do... Is cut the hole for the recessed trolling motor tray. That allows you to have the ultimate reach. Is very easy to do in you do not have any support beams or anything in the way.

[@louisperez2915]

When did you order your tracker classic? I ordered mine in February, and still haven’t gotten a cal to pick it up

[@UBBERTANKER]

you should have gotten a ulterra or ultrex with ipilot or ipilot link, I got a terrova with i pilot last year and it changed my life but i wish it had ipilot link

[@jaimeastin]

Yeah I can u definitely understand that , but I was was already in almost $3k. I will probably get an ultrex later this year or the next. So far, the maxxum has been a nice upgrade to what I had. I have already worked it harder than the other one. But I k ow I want spot lock.. but I want cable steer, so it is an ultrex. That's for watching.

[@sstatic6093]

Hey bru Question so are u a professional angler or are u going to become one. And why so much weight on the back of the boat you have room up front by the live well to build an extra storage and run a spot for a battery an add a rod locker

[@jaimeastin]

Hi- I'm not a professional angler and I do not have any big plans to be. I don't mind fishing tournaments. I might want to guide people one day. I didn't add any more weight to the back of my boat than when I got it. I have always had 3 batteries back there with a 3 bank charger. I am in the process of building an extended deck. Building mine out of mostly aluminum. I am not sure if I will.makw a rod locker or cover. If I do the locker, I will cut a larger hatch and all of that good stuff. Would not be hard. It's all about time, lol. Thanks for watching and for the questions.

[@j694726]

What happened to the live scope demo ? It was so short? By the way I like the set up very nice I have a 2018 twx175

[@jaimeastin]

Going to do a video that is just livescope. Made this one just the modifications that were made.

[@j694726]

JaimeAstin sounds good I’ll be one the look out ...

[@jktsful6059]

Hi Jaime, what brand is the pan you used ? Ty

[@jaimeastin]

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