DIY $30 Kayak trolling motor mount PART 1

[@melodygarrison7531]

The easiest and best set up I’ve seen. I have a tamarack also. I’m doing this next weekend!!👍🏻

[@Cambaudio]

How’d it turn out? Thinking about doing it to mine also

[@melodygarrison7531]

@@Cambaudio tried it out in my sisters lake worked great I’m a short woman with short arms so had to rig an extension on the handle

[@melodygarrison7531]

@@Cambaudio update I took my kayak to crystal river area and the motor set up worked great

[@jackhennessey4154]

My first time Kayaking and this Kayak held strong. kzbin.infoUgkx4k5UrhC3v_Y4hIEaXLGvHcN5a5aBmZNB The water got pretty rough as a speed boat zipped by me, and the Kayak withstood it (I expected to be capsized). The Ores are very easy to put together, the pump worked beautifully. the seats are a bit hard to sit in after a while (I recommend sitting on the floor). after reading the reviews I was very scared it'd get a hole in it, the material is very strong and durable. The Air valve may need a small Phillips head screwdriver to adjust, other than that, it's well worth the money!(update)I've gone Kayaking in 3 Lakes and 2 rivers totaling about 40 miles. the kayak had two holes and they patched easily and no other problems can't wait for kayaking season this year!

[@bluegill2030]

I did this to my kayak after watching this video! Made the same exact setup but used 5/16” bolts.

[@paulmanzone8373]

I was thinking of similar design, so happy to see someone did it and it works that good! thanks gives me faith for next season

[@PoppaRyno]

Abt to embark on this project on my native manta ray 12xt. Putting a minnkota on. Thanks for showing us & wish me luck.

[@Yahoomediaclub]

Awesome Buddy … Love it and I’m actually been looking for the best ways to do this.. and I found it !! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[@lorichristineflorida3020]

great, easy and simple, I watch a million of them seems, i like yours best!

[@michaelhogan5800]

Hey mate great video, now I have already done almost the same thing as you but I found that the wing nuts became loose . So I drilled tiny holes into the wing nut handle 1 hole then used tie wire through each of the wing nuts so they didn’t unscrew 👍

[@PumpTheRod]

That's a great job so far, well done. I will be making myself one of these mounts in the next couple of days. Just waiting for the trolling motor to be delivered. I have a spare piece of aluminium box section about the same size as yours. Great idea, great job very well done.

[@pressurewashergrowth]

Russell S Thank you sir

[@bluegill2030]

Wow!!!!! That is AWESOME! I am definitely doing this! Thanks for posting this.

[@michaelfox2989]

Like the channel,better than board all the way side to side..Clean look

[@declue1973]

I will be making this tomorrow I have that aluminium, great idea!

[@pressurewashergrowth]

Wayne DeClue thank you. Hope it comes out good!

[@GEMSTONE74]

Where did u get the aluminum bar?

[@declue1973]

@@GEMSTONE74 I got it from a friend, he got it from his work as scrap. Sorry wish i could be more helpful.

[@raymondwalker2109]

Great videos no graphics and no stupid music

[@BigRift]

Exactly what I was looking for, I didn't think of removing the hooks for a mounting spot.

[@pressurewashergrowth]

BigRift hope it works for ya 👌🏻

[@cortneywillert8779]

Advice, strips of rubber like from a bicycle tire tube between the aluminum and kayak

[@SharpFishing907]

This is badass! I’m doing this to my tamarack today, hopefully I can get the balance right like you did

[@pressurewashergrowth]

Hope it works out

[@SharpFishing907]

@@pressurewashergrowth thanks great idea by the way, was going to utilize the rod holders but then I seen this and it’s way better

[@garrettoneil3864]

Im proud of you too. Occams razor. Gonna do this myself. Thanks. I was about to do some crazy shit with a 2x4 2 chains in an X shape using the seat clip locations and a small tensioner on each chain

[@pressurewashergrowth]

Garrett Oneal lo thanks

[@Ozzypup1]

Nice idea. Ive got the Lifetime Yukon. Which unfortunantly does not have a rear hatch. I may do mine by going through one of the flush mount rod holder holes. I dont use those rod holders anyways.

[@ormonddude]

Just buy a Kayak Hatch on Ebay and add one

[@jimnewton2183]

You also may be able to remove the rod holders and install a bolt though the hole at least a few inches away.

[@BringTheBeaver]

Best one yet!

[@michaelcody8783]

Great video, thanks mate,greetings from Australia.

[@alanberner6973]

i am considering installing a side mount 35 lb thrust on my 14.5 Native , Yak has no pedal drive and my options are side or transom mount , As a 70 plus year old getting too anything is challenging especailly behind me , Realize transom mounted is best but have too fabriacate cables , shafts , pedal , Side mount seems so much easier , BUT will kayak trac too side its mounted on , with constant adjusting , will a rudder be needed ? Majoirty of time I am in ICW & St Johns River , ( florida ) strong cuttents Kayak is quite heavy , going against current no no were fast ,

[@jurajfishingangler4636]

Great idea!! One question.. can you pull motor out of Water?

[@glennrobbins2372]

Forwarding this to a friend, he wants a kayak to fish with but cannot paddle because of a bad shoulder. If he gets one this should be a help.

[@pressurewashergrowth]

Just be mindful of how much he weighs. I am only 180 pounds and with this trolling motor mount and battery I am almost pushing the weight limit with my fishing gear.

[@glennrobbins2372]

He's probably about 160 at most. I don't think he'll exceed the limits of a kayak.

[@SoupLevo]

Sweet, been looking everywhere for a reasonable idea. This is that. Going to do this today! Thanks man. Got a subscribe/like from me

[@weirdfishweirdfish6636]

Good job I would have just cut and put 3 more pieces of square tubing there

[@joerghoffmann773]

Great idea! Thank you! I will do the same for my kayak! Cheers from Germany

[@George_outdoors]

Good idea.

[@rkafulani]

I love it. Great video👍🙌

[@oleskoolhunter5081]

Well done good and sturdy

[@ormonddude]

Super nice good job but it would rust badly in salt water maybe I could use Aluminum

[@pressurewashergrowth]

Bruce Bosco I only fish freshwater.

[@DavidS19551]

Great 👍 job...it doesn't look ridiculous, as looking bulky and just plain stupid...my hat's off to you for probably the best idea seen yet....what kind of battery are you going to use? I am just really liking your idea and will be using your invention..👍👍

[@pressurewashergrowth]

DS 2324 Thanks. I use a light weight lithium battery.

[@lorichristineflorida3020]

how long is your steel square tubing on that kayak?

[@jackfreestone9614]

That is the best I have seen, thanks

[@timothyrobinson5467]

I built this mount but it’s not that stable with a 30lb thrust. Any ideals on how to make it more stable. The steel bar bends backward in 4th and 5th speed

[@pressurewashergrowth]

timothy robinson the steel tubing bends? For what I used it worked perfect. Did you put it on a tamarack? Through the holes like I did? Use washers? How thick is your rod? Use treated wood for the mount?

[@timothyrobinson5467]

M.E. King it’s really hard to explain what it’s doing over text. But yes I did everything you done with the same supplies and a tamarack kayak.

[@timothyrobinson5467]

Thank you for responding so fast. I was able to fix the issue I was having. I wasn’t able to tight the wing nuts down enough with just my fingers so I used pliers and problem solved. Thank you

[@pressurewashergrowth]

timothy robinson awesome. Glad it worked out. Because I was a little confused by what you meant. Mine set up is super stable so I wanted to help ya fix the problem.

[@timothyrobinson5467]

M.E. King I really appreciate it! Good luck fishing this summer.

[@alanreyes29]

Thats awesome. Great project dude!

[@jimmy5650]

How bout you make me one? I'll pay......looks great.

[@fish_whisperer_1879]

Seriously Bro, It looks fucking Nice and strong,,,,,,i just finished mounting mine using pvc, i tought it was (ok)....until i saw yours..... i just realised how Much Time i lost,Cuz imma restart it all on monday.... Lol Nice mount Bro

[@trentonjones3921]

What is that noise bud but nise wip

[@nnamvongful]

This is great! I might do something similar. Thanks for posting this video!

[@beulahphillips6949]

Hi king! great idea. Can you link me with a motor for that price?

[@pressurewashergrowth]

No I got it off season on sale

[@kodiphilips5944]

I want to thumbs down but i wont, here is why. You did an awsome job, i am going to copy you probably, but.. Weak plastic connection with your major stresses being that washer and a nut. Everything else that would be fine up to a trolling motor or a trolling rod pulling weight. I would drill and cut a sheet of metal to act as a backing. Get a good 2 1/2" by 8" connection on your boat as far as i can guess rather then two washers. Thumbs up if you agree?

[@travist7845]

The kayak isn’t side heavy at all with the motor on that side? I’m thinking about mounting one on my stern but its a much bigger hassle

[@rbiel100]

Great video/idea. How big is the steel square rod? (Is it 1 inch or bigger?). Do you know the thickness?? Thank you so much

[@FishinWithAlex]

I did something similar on my kayak and can’t control it for my life any tips? It just doesn’t go the way I want it too

[@pressurewashergrowth]

CA Shark Hunters Shoot me an email of pictures. [e-mail] See what you have going on.

[@brianwiggins2169]

It’s probably mounted to far forward

[@FishinWithAlex]

@@pressurewashergrowth rip I never saw ur reply I ended up selling it I made a few hundred in profit :)

[@medalmouse21]

Is a counter weight needed at all? Or would it help?

[@monsterbassmx4281]

Great man 👍🏻

[@timgile8144]

Did tomorrow ever come? LOL . Looking good so far.

[@pressurewashergrowth]

Tim Gile there’s a part 2 on my channel.

[@stevenm6301]

TF is that noise?

[@1973chrisg]

What is that noise? Is it your DIY 30$ camera? Good DIY video otherwise👍

[@openairokie]

Good video but your camera was driving me crazy! Really annoying

[@Tampa-Todd]

Great video. I have the exact same kayak. I actually just started a facebook group for Tamarack only owners. Join up - Tamarack Kayak Owners on Facebook.

[@buddycarroll9641]

I'm confused. In your description, you say "(2) 3in 1/4 Screws with (2) washers". Did you mean: (2) 3" x 1/4" BOLTS with washers)..???

[@huckfin1100]

Yep i made one too, but 0$ so mines better ha ha !

[@pressurewashergrowth]

Can’t be free!!

[@TimTrOn3000]

What's up with the weird squirting noises? Very annoying

[@pressurewashergrowth]

Yeah I know. Camera was on automatic focus