Kayak PWM Trolling Motor Speed Controller with Kill Switch

[@TahoeYakFisher]

I had a viewer that didn't like my explanation of the advantages of a pwm. Now, I assume that if you have made it to this video you have an idea what the advantages are but in an attempt to be as accurate as possible I would like to share this page from the Newport Vessels website... Enjoy! newportvessels.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/360056225814-PWM-Pulse-Width-Modulation-Overview

[@chads3308]

Hey I want one I have Newport vessels 36lb thrust. Where do I send money?

[@markrodriguez7541]

Out of curiosity, are you still building these?

[@No3Jacks]

Are you still marketing these PWM units? I have a Classic Accessories Colorado pontoon boat. Just purchased 5:26 a 30 lb thrust Minn Kota Endura. Would be interested. Thanks

[@CuseKayaker]

Thanks for the amazing and informative videos, I’ve learned so much from watching them, much appreciated

[@homerknott]

Have you built any for a 24v 80lb thrust Minn Kota Riptide? I'm not sure any of the ones I've seen can handle the amps for extended periods of time. I was thinking of putting one on my trolling motor on my flats boat. My head unit has went out and Minn Kota no longer offers a replacement part. Saltwater series with a motor with brushes.

[@HondaFit4Adventure]

Awesome Work! I'm going to build my own, but I was looking for some clean installs for ideas.

[@MountainCityAcres]

Just ordered and shared this video, can't wait to get powered up!

[@willbill2209]

This man builds them really nicely. I bought one off from him and they work very well! Props to this guy!

[@chads3308]

Can you send me his info? What did it cost?

[@joshsmith38343]

I also want one. Please send me his info

[@willbill2209]

@@chads3308 I don't know if the guy is still doing it since I had this a while ago

[@willbill2209]

@@joshsmith38343 not sure if the guy is still selling them since I got mine a while ago

[@joshsmith38343]

@@willbill2209 thank you

[@johndavis5662]

Bought one of Mark's units earlier this year for a 55lb thrust Minn Kota. It works great! Am buying another for an 11 foot boat I've had for several years and recently converted to foot control steering.

[@tonyperic]

Do you have Mark's contact info? I want to order one!

[@johndavis5662]

@@tonyperic Sorry, but I no longer have his address. Shortly after I bought the first one, he decided to quit making them for sale. There are plenty of videos on KZbin showing how to make your own. I used Mark's video and those of Aksmaniyak on You Tube to build a second one which works great. Cost me about $100.

[@johndavis5662]

@@tonyperic In addition to Aksmaniyak's videos, I found 334 Tactical Outdoors video helpful. Like Mark, I used a stick on Ram ball mount on the bottom of the PWM box to mount it to a Ram ball on my kayak and quick connects so it can easily be removed when needed. No problems in almost 2 years of use.

[@tonyperic]

@@johndavis5662 Thanks John. I did a lot of research on this build and it seems fairly simple. I located the project box and other parts used on Amazon. Truly appreciate your quick reply. I also found out that Pelican sells a steering system which can easily be modded to work on most Kayaks: Pelican Kayak HyDryve Steering Assembly Kit.

[@johndavis5662]

@@tonyperic I think part of the reason Mark stopped making and selling was that some of the pwm's you purchase to create the control box don't work so he might have to purchase more than one to find one that suited. I put together a foot steering rig for the NuCanoe Frontier 12 I had at that time using a foot peg assembly. It worked well with a 55lb Minnkota, and probably would with the smaller Newport 180 or smaller Torqueedo, Not sure about the NK 300 or larger Torquedo. I now run a NuCanoe Unlimited and NK 300 with NuCanoe's one foot steering. It's a strong motor with lots of torque at high speed so I don't know if a plastic foot steering rig would hold up. Best of luck on your rig. You won't regret it.

[@a.p.1584]

Good morning , I just saw your video in KZbin. How much you charge for plug and play unit. I need to buy the trolling motor still. Thanks, Sam

[@FishingWithDummies78]

where did you get these wires? I have been looking for them

[@TahoeYakFisher]

@@FishingWithDummies78 www.amazon.com/SPARKING-Extension-Connect-Harness-Waterproof/dp/B074V68NWZ/ref=mp_s_a_1_10?crid=3LS8SEO01GQRR&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.QtnMBaPv3rpsJR6ntzA-OU_Z8AoZf-FB4ZMVaYfpmb0mHcM3DmWSeJ_AX1SjD7RuswUzli8cU3IZnv7ToV2DzRQA44GJULcDdGCwqEB3tilB9LMHCZj5IvnfWfz5TpAIvO25aZFnevzRZmoi6ATR-iTwOkDF8Uj15BBYHu9k74peJ7ENjXFrzgQ32j7Xp3IFEQGtFxfRMGiRO2DzOUqPmg.k4X37rd3DK9fdY4ak5hUwfiUtoZ0Flzfx6IHymP7uP8&dib_tag=se&keywords=silicone+jacketed+sae+extension+wires+10awg&qid=1733936686&sprefix=silicone+jacketed+sae+extension+wires+10awg%2Caps%2C191&sr=8-10

[@samromano4620]

Are you still making them

[@HankG]

I see you're no longer selling these but do you know if anything similar is offered on Amazon or eBay?

[@jbarrer2196]

Do you have to modify the wiring in the motor speed controller?

[@TahoeYakFisher]

Yes. The kill switch interrupts the negative wire of the fwd/off/reverse switch or the power wire of the potentiometer. Your choice, I prefer the switch because I cut it off in lieu of a waterproof switch anyway. Thats it!

[@davidcarpenter4613]

sorry if I missed but what amp pwm is this made with?

[@JamesStrain-s4e]

Will this work on 24 lb thrust watersnake trolling motor..high low speed only..?

[@TahoeYakFisher]

@@JamesStrain-s4e kzbin.info/www/bejne/rYWon5Z3e6ynacUsi=NtAlFTCj4oXgdhm_

[@sammyverni1094]

Excellent. I would like to purchase one. Please advise. Thank you

[@traildadd]

Nice work. Having the ability to bypass the pwm in case it malfunctions is a good idea. I left the original head on my motor so I can do that too.

[@Canadarago]

Same here. Output of my home built pwm box has the same connector as the output of the battery box.

[@davidcarpenter4613]

what amp pwm are u using and which brand?

[@zachgreen7963]

Would love to buy one of these off you if you’re still making them!

[@ShafikKassam]

How can I get one of these? How do in order? Please let me know.

[@Piratepeteoo]

Hi Tahoe yakfisher can I ask how to I put the kill switch in where do I put the wires on can you please tell me mate

[@xarrow81]

Sweet, what are you charging?

[@patrickmier1141]

I have MK Endura that I run off a Rebel LiFe battery equipped with bluetooth that allows me to monitor the battery activity via a phone app. The amp draw on speed 1 is NOT the same as speed 5. Please explain your comment about the motor using the same power regardless of setting?

[@TahoeYakFisher]

Please take a look at the "pinned" comment.

[@manxx25]

I have an ancient (late 90s'/early 2000's) Motorguide "Thurster 36" and recently tested it current draw using a LiFeO4 batt with BMS and Bluetooth. On bench with free-spinning shaft it pulled 2.5 A at all speeds. Draw only increased as load was added. In the water with a 2 blade prop pushing a 13' Saturn inflatable (FK396) (~480lb total weight), speeds 1 and 2 drew 8A 3 drew 11A, 4 15A, 5 31 A. I am not sure if I am going to go with the standard PWM method or with the ESC method (based on the HOBBYWING Quicrun 880 ESC) The first one I watch was on channel "Will Shelby Kayak Fishing." I am still reviewing info in youtube comments and boating boards to help my decide. I am leaning toward the hobbywing method. "Will Shelby Kayak Fishing's" also uses a wireless throttle controller ($32) and a $18 programming box to configure the hobbywing ESC. He also has a parts list for the project. Check it out if you are still experimenting. Another interesting channel (RC something) features a dude in the Seattle area experimenting with stuff. One interesting video used a custom-built pontoon RC towing vessel with propulsion system designed for RC scale model watercraft. The towing vessel was RC and had a GPS module. He was also testing whether a solar range-extender was feasible/useful. Ever since seeing that video I've been curious about the practicality, efficiency, and durability of RC model propulsion and control components. The wireless control and GPS integration was 'obvious' after seeing him do it. :)

[@landonashby2029]

Do you have a version for 55 pound thrust Trolling motors? Just asking in case I didn't see it.

[@TahoeYakFisher]

Ya, when I first started selling these I had only tested with the 46lb. motor... at this point I have had no failures with the 55lb. motors, with at least a half dozen out there being used with them.

[@landonashby2029]

I'll shoot you an email

[@haroldmartin1176]

@@TahoeYakFisher looks like a lot of people want your controller, please send info on how to do just that ….. harold in florida … thank you

[@TahoeYakFisher]

@@haroldmartin1176 hit me up at [e-mail]

[@mikeyhoffman8240]

Do you have a link for the control module you used Iand how long did that one last you I’ve burnt out all of them the one I have now is just an on off switch

[@TahoeYakFisher]

The primary reason I quit selling them was the effort of acquiring circuit boards. I would purchase circuit boards from two or three vendors until I found good ones, and then I would purchase all that vendor had. The only failures I had were attributed to customers hooking them up backwards... the unit I am using is at least 3-4 years old and still going strong!

[@TahoeYakFisher]

This is the "style" that I used but only if they had nice solder and thick heat sinks! ICQUANZX PWM Motor Speed Controller 60A DC 10V-55V 12V 24V 36V 48V Digital Display 100A Max Brush DC Motor Controller - Third gear Forward Reverse Stop a.co/d/59ijmif

[@mikeyhoffman8240]

can i use those pre made 2 pin solar light wire kits to make the wireing look good? its sae 10agw wire its made for 12 guage systems i dont know enough about wires ability to move power

[@TahoeYakFisher]

Minn Kota has a "awg guide chart" on their website that is very useful.

[@bloodsweatnbass8918]

So does these PWN’s work if without removing the minn kota TM head. I need to be able to steer with the TM handle.

[@TahoeYakFisher]

Yes, set the tiller at full speed forward, and the pwm will control from there. Make sure the pwm is off before turning on the tiller!

[@bloodsweatnbass8918]

@@TahoeYakFisher TYF Rocks !!! Thanks for the quick reply because I’m right in the middle of the build. My only other issue is I ordered a PWM for a brush motor and Minn kotas are brushless. So I will order a new one.

[@TahoeYakFisher]

@@bloodsweatnbass8918 unless you got something new that I am unfamiliar with... most Minn Kota motors are brushed.

[@bloodsweatnbass8918]

@@TahoeYakFisher Oh okay great I must have misread that on their website. I’m going to throw caution to the wind and just go with it.

[@christophergreen5608]

Are you still building them?

[@TahoeYakFisher]

I am not. Reliable parts availability is a problem.

[@Rocky_shalom]

Hello sir i am interested in one of these units with the ram mount for a minn kota endura max 55lb thrust

[@destineeone]

Hello, how much do you charge for this?

[@ricardosandoval9034]

Hey there, I'm trying to build my own. Just curious, would you happen to have Amazon link for the pwm you use? Thanks

[@TahoeYakFisher]

Take a look at this channel, he is the DIY resource... kzbin.info

[@michaeldubord8454]

I will GLADLY pay you to build me one! P L E A S E.

[@TahoeYakFisher]

Sorry Michael, no longer available.

[@lukeriley5595]

Do you still make these

[@TahoeYakFisher]

Sorry, no.

[@adamelkins2718]

I want to buy one of these off you do you just build them to order?

[@TahoeYakFisher]

Basically, yes.

[@fishlikethis82]

Are you still producing and selling these? I have one that is a few years old and it’s starting to cause motor cutout. I’d like to purchase another if possible.

[@am2probassfishingjourney]

I bought 2 from him and never used them. Willing to sell and ship.

[@fishlikethis82]

@@am2probassfishingjourney appreciate it! I ended up selling that kayak and moving on to a Bonafide SS127 with a bow mounted Xi3

[@krockhill9]

@@am2probassfishingjourney Do you still have one of these you would be willing to sell?

[@mikegalai1887]

Nice work but should the controller have some way to vent heat? Also which amp control are you using for 46Lb thrust? Thanks

[@TahoeYakFisher]

No problems with heat... 50amp max, 30ish continuous.

[@MBHODNETT2005]

How can I buy one from u and how much?

[@hughdelaughder9866]

Do you sell your units with jackson type plugs

[@TahoeYakFisher]

Not sure what those are, could you post a link?

[@iangollner665]

Hopefully you’re still making these. Sent you an email. TIA

[@codyrunge8190]

Is there a link to purchase?

[@TahoeYakFisher]

@codyrunge8190 sorry mate, not selling them at the moment.

[@rodbell4222]

Looking for your email address. Cannot find the description here anywhere below the video window. Would be interested in buying your unit. Thanks!

[@TahoeYakFisher]

Sorry, no longer available. Thanks for looking!

[@paulroberts2154]

You still sell these?

[@TahoeYakFisher]

Sorry, I don't.

[@hungdawg001]

How do I purchase one of these

[@BluechewRudy]

I’m interested how much

[@Apple4life27]

Do you still make these?

[@DavidSanchez-rk2uv]

@@TahoeYakFisher Hi, how much do you charge for your controller? Love your product.

[@2tenaquatics]

Emailed you :) I am liking this Idea!

[@TahoeYakFisher]

Hello, I didn't receive an email from you... if you "cut and paste" my address it may have added a space at the end, making it undeliverable.

[@DavidDNeel]

Sweet. Will be shooting you an email.

[@Sayless2024]

Tried to email you and gmail is saying your email is invalid. Im interested in this unit

[@TahoeYakFisher]

Sometimes if you cut and paste it adds a space at the end... [e-mail]

[@davidmiller4101]

Tried to send email but get failure notice

[@TahoeYakFisher]

[e-mail] should go... if you cut and paste it adds a space at the end sometimes.

[@JohnCarpenter-k7f]

Nicolas Dam

[@derrekstaley7829]

Can you do a video showing how you installed the kill switch?

[@TahoeYakFisher]

Sorry Derrek, no "how to" on the speed controllers... I'm selling them.

[@derrekstaley7829]

@@TahoeYakFisher no worries I get that. I’m mostly curious about adding the kill switch somewhere in the system. Can you hook a kill switch directly in line of the battery and motor or are the wire sizes too small on that kill switch?

[@ryanbell-cm8el]

How much r u selling this for

[@TahoeYakFisher]

Sorry, no longer available.

[@MountainCityAcres]

Sold. Email sent.

[@ronaldwillis420]

Do tpu customize?

[@TahoeYakFisher]

What do you have in mind?

[@joshsmith38343]

I would like to buy one of these.

[@TahoeYakFisher]

Not selling them at the moment, time constraints but also supply issues. Sorry.

[@joshsmith38343]

@@TahoeYakFisher thank uou

[@joshsmith38343]

@@TahoeYakFisher can you email me a parts list ? I will make it

[@oakgarage3834]

How much??

[@chrischase6731]

You didn't show how to wire it...you just the the box with kill switch already on it. Disappointed.

[@TahoeYakFisher]

This is a "product endorsement video" not a diy... sorry

[@a.p.1584]

May I have your email. Thanks, Sam

[@TahoeYakFisher]

[e-mail]

[@Fulcra]

Do you still make these?

[@samromano4620]

Are you still making them

[@TahoeYakFisher]

@samromano4620 I am not making them, generally. I do have enough to build one or two of them at the moment. $200. Plus, shipping is what one would set you back. If you're interested, respond here, and I'll let you know how to get ahold of me... thanks.