Motorguide XI3 powered Hobie Outback: Technical UPDATE

We do a walkaround on a Hobie Outback showing how we install, power, and control a Motorguide XI3 bow mount trolling motor with Pinpoint GPS. We also show how we use a NMEA 2000 bus to communicate and control the XI3 from a Lowrance HDS chart plotter along with a Lowrance Point One GPS antenna and compass.
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[@waxy1309]

I have the same exact kayak and I was wondering what hardware you used to install the base plate?

[@saltwaterdawgoutdoors2190]

When I did mine I had to fabricate it myself as no one had a prefabbed one available at that time, If I were to start the project today , I would purchase the plate and hardware from oneobjectivebf.com. If you choose to make your own plate, I used the existing handle mounts upfront (just take the screws Hobie used go to hardware store match the size and thread and buy two screws that are 3/4 inch longer). For the rear mount I used 2 -1/4 20 stainless bolts with matching Lock nuts and 2 rubber spacers with fender washers. I will put a link to one objective in the description as that is probably the best way to go.

[@rfphill]

what is that collar you attached to the shaft of the trolling motor to aid with deploying?

[@saltwaterdawgoutdoors2190]

It's actually a Garmin Panoptix mount attached loosely to allow it to swivel while the motor is turning. It is used to raise the motor. The other cord runs thru a grommet below the release plate. Pull the cord it pulls the plate down to unlock for deployment or allow the panoptix cord to raise the motor when stowing.

[@rfphill]

@@saltwaterdawgoutdoors2190 thanks!

[@user-ef6dn7jh2c]

Do you have a link or part number for the mounting plate is it the SKU #8M0120717 XI SERIES QUICK-RELEASE BRACKET

[@saltwaterdawgoutdoors2190]

Yes, this one is black to color match freshwater motors, there is a white one to match saltwater motors as well, just different part #

[@osilekpl79]

So I been slowly working on my project. Got the motor mount fabricated nice 1/8” stainless steel with quick attachment. Ran wires thru the haul to the front for nmea 2000 cable. Power cable ran to the center of the kayak since it came with hole for the wires. Gonna finish running to the back of the kayak today. I know you are running 3 50amh batteries. I have 2 50amh for the motor but since watching your video sounds like i need another battery for Lawrence and GPS.. question do you think I can get away with small battery lets say 20 or 30Amh? I have older model outback only 18” wide in the back. So i was going to run 3rd smaller battery up front.. let me know what you think. Thanks for the video

[@saltwaterdawgoutdoors2190]

Good to hear your making good progress. In answer to your battery question your 2 50Ah batteries in parallel should be good. The smaller 10 to 20 AH battery for the Lowrance GPS and other items will be sufficient. Smaller battery will fit inside front hatch, many people secure it to the sail mast.

[@osilekpl79]

Thank you thats what I wanted to hear! I will order one today.

[@saltwaterdawgoutdoors2190]

If your planning on LiFepo4 for the smaller battery, Chins has a nice inexpensive 20AH battery for cheap on Amazon or Ampere Time 10 AH for lower price

[@osilekpl79]

@@saltwaterdawgoutdoors2190 great I will check them out

[@osilekpl79]

Just an update.. Chins great little battery amazon delivered same day I got it in the evening not sure why such special delivery. All the wiring is done and battery box completed. Today i will just add paracord ropes like you have to help lower and rise the motor. Wish i knew how to share pics with you. Thanks for all the help!

[@12restoration]

What's the top speed?

[@saltwaterdawgoutdoors2190]

Absolute top 5 mph plus or minus 3, that's basically hull speed for the outback. At that power your drawing 45 amps ( + or -) and the battery system I use (2 x 50 AH LiFePo4 totaling 100 AH) will last 2 hours. Slow down to 70 to 75 % Speed will be 3.5 to 4 mph battery draw reduces to 25 to 30 amps and lasts 4 hous or more. Interesting concept is if you peddle along with 70 to 75 your speed will increase to 5mph + or - .3 MPH. I will be doing some long range proving runs using that method in the near future and have better data and a video soon.