💥MUST KNOW BEFORE YOU BUY💥 - Minn Kota Terrova (iPilot + Mega DI)

Be sure you know this, or don’t make this same mistake! Minn Kota Terrova trolling motor (iPilot + Mega Down Imaging)
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[@ship4427]

Thanx for a good clear video talking about the stuff I wanted to know.

[@FishingtheLoneStar]

You bet! Just thought I’d share what seems to be helpful to know! Appreciate the feedback!!

[@texas_medic2003]

Thanks for the video!

[@terrymaloney4714]

Thanksm very informative, Looking at both the ultrex and terrova- Terrova seems ti be fine for my needs

[@FishingtheLoneStar]

It’s great so far. No complaints, and handled my boat just fine!

[@FishnTheSouthOkanagan78]

I just picked up the same thing recently so this video helped a lot and I may have to steal your 2x4 idea for the foot pedal

[@FishingtheLoneStar]

Very good! Other than that one detail I love the motor. It’s been great!! Thanks for the feedback!

[@chrisgaudino7350]

Awesome video, man. I'm at a crossroads right now between the Ulterra and this for my new boat that's coming in a few weeks. As nice as the ulterra auto stow and deploy is and the adjustable trim, the peace of mind from knowing this model has less to go wrong with it is worth it to me. I live in NY where the open water season is short enough as it is. I know not likely, but i'd hate for something to go wrong with that ulterra deploying and missing valuable time of the water. As long as I have my ipliot link, I think Terrova it is for me!

[@FishingtheLoneStar]

It’s been a great option for me! I feel like I’m decently hard on it, and hasn’t skipped a beat in 2 years.

[@danielslocum7316]

Upgraded from my 30# MK that maxed out at 3mph. This pushes my pelican pwr 100 at 4.5mph which is nuts since the pwr is a slow yak

[@AB-rr2rb]

Thanks for the 2x4 idea same issue on my tracker.

[@FishingtheLoneStar]

It should come with a set of 2x4s! Lol.

[@markawesome439]

I use the fiber decking board at Home Depot

[@BernPisarcikJr]

thank you.

[@MrJohnB-qs6dp]

Thanks for the review!!! Just got one for my new boat but haven't had a chance to use it yet. I'll probably built that little platform to raise the foot peddle too. Stay Safe & God Bless!!!

[@FishingtheLoneStar]

Thanks for checking out the video! The 2x4’s have worked great! God Bless you as well man!!

[@MrJohnB-qs6dp]

@@FishingtheLoneStar Thanks for the feed Back!!!! Merry Christmas & Happy New Year!!! Stay Safe & God Bless!!

[@FishingtheLoneStar]

@@MrJohnB-qs6dp - Have a Merry Christmas as well, and God Bless!

[@mcmuskie2563]

I can’t find anything to gripe about. Well worth my hard earned money! It did add 70lbs to my tongue weight. I simply put the front wheel on the bathroom scale. 326lbs, realized I need to adjust the boat back further on the trailer, now I’m 180 I lay it in the truck on longer drives.

[@TheTommyPlace]

Good review. Thanks.

[@FishingtheLoneStar]

Thank you!!

[@TheTommyPlace]

Any problem trailering your boat with that sticking over the front of your bow

[@FishingtheLoneStar]

Tommy Thompson - not at all. It’s not far enough to interfere at all with the loading/unloading process.

[@norcaloutdoor5462]

you got a nice boat and nice garage to park the boat.

[@FishingtheLoneStar]

Thank you! It’s been a great boat so far!!

[@tomsweet7700]

I agree with the comment of a nice boat. What make and model is it. I have the Ulterra motor on my boat. It is great for an “old man” that does not want to lift the motor out of the water. I love it.

[@waynepace6867]

I have a hummingbird LCR4 will it work with the terrova or do I need to upgrade and to witch model hummingbird. I won’t to thank you for your video really good information

[@BassRaider]

Cool man! I just got one also. Just subbed

[@FishingtheLoneStar]

It’s a great motor, and thank you!!

[@jetengines210]

Nice vid, do you have your hummingbird transducer on the transom or on the trolling motor?

[@FishingtheLoneStar]

Thanks for the comment and feedback! I have two helix 9’s, so the console transducer is run off the back transom and runs mega down and side imaging. That same side imaging (from the back) is also shown on the front/bow graph, but the down imaging off the front is from the transducer on the bottom of the trolling motor. They are networked together, so it works out well!

[@kevincollins4746]

Great video and very informative! I have the same boat and just ordered the same trolling motor. I have used cable steered trolling motors all my life so this will be my first electric steer. How do you like the steering on the Terrova? Does it feel and move up a down like a standard foot pedal? How does it compare to a standard foot pedal? Thanks again!!

[@FishingtheLoneStar]

If you’re used to a normal foot pedal, this one will take a just a bit to get use to. Only because it doesn’t move up and down so much. It’s a little touchier if that makes sense. But I love it now, and haven’t had a problem at all!

[@wiscowalleye7954]

That white puck is supposed to be mounted at least midway back on the boat at a minimum per the minnkota instructions it’s the magnetic compass and needs distance from the head unit to compare data to the head units gps readings. It also need to be away from magnetic sources aka the trolling motor itself. Probably works fine how you have it.....but it could work better.

[@TheTabugman]

And I believe it's skewed as well. The black arrow on the puck should point parallell to the keel, ie straight ahead. The GPS signal is received at the head of the motor, not this puck.

[@dennishaydensr.6306]

very nice video and really enjoyed the end about god loving me and you Thanks and keep up the good work

[@FishingtheLoneStar]

Thank you! I appreciate the support!! 👊

[@TheNickbena]

my problem is finding a recess tray that will fit the WIDTH of this foot pedal. it looks like yours fits the width, but had to adapt to the height. where can i get your tray?

[@alannguyen9687]

Awesome Video! I was looking at the Riptide Terrova for my RHIB boat, 21 footer. I was told the black one is for lake and white is for saltwater? What thrust do you recommend for a 21 footer? And is it better to get a longer shaft than what is needed? Are these trolling motor only for bow mount? Can you do a transom mount? Which is better? Thank you brother!

[@FishingtheLoneStar]

That sounds right on the color, but I’m not 100% sure. Mine is 80lb thrust and moves my not just fine. (1,075 lbs). For a 21 ft boat, I would base the thrust more on weight of boat, vs length. For shaft length, depends on the wake of where you’ll be fishing. 45 was perfect for me. You have to also think how high it will stick up when not fully down, and how far it will lay over the edge of your boat when on deck. Transom mount is not an option for the model I chose.

[@themackguyverchannel7713]

There is a slotted collar the shaft rides through on the top of the gearbox , near the little white label. It is the steering control. This will shear off if the motor gets in a bind. Fishing stumps in wind on constant where the boat can get pushed sideways into a stump can and has twice on mine broken the collar. It is either a sacrificial part or a bad design. The replacements are 7-8 dollars and is fairly easy to fix if you are mechanically inclined. I have had mine for 4 years and this is the only real problem I have had.

[@FishingtheLoneStar]

Interesting. I’ve hit my fair share of stumps out at Lake Fork. Hasn’t happened to me yet, but that doesn’t mean it won’t.

[@themackguyverchannel7713]

@@FishingtheLoneStar when the auto pilot is on and the stump deflects the motor and it’s trying to turn to correct is the perfect storm.

[@ralphgerber4931]

What in shaft did you get

[@rodmaciva]

Will this motor hook to a lowrance elite 7?

[@countryfry8574]

Did you replace an existing trolling motor and if so did the holes match the previous minn kota or did you have to drill new holes?

[@FishingtheLoneStar]

Great question. There was a Minn Kota 45 that I replaced. But I had a dealership so it, and I never saw it in the process.

[@brandonnoonan6975]

Hey buddy I have the same model just smaller wattage. Does yours ever act like it dead when you first fire it up? Mines been taking like 20 minutes to actually realize it’s got power and allow me to get up to top speed on it. Thanks so much

[@FishingtheLoneStar]

No sir. I don’t think mine has ever done that. Maybe a short somewhere?

[@erichunter14]

With the ipilot (not link)... can you record itracks to follow when the motor us stowed? Or will it only record when deployed? (I want to drive a quick mile with the outboard just to record, then deploy the minnkota and follow the path back...but dont want to spend the $ to upgrade both my fish finder and the i-pilot link if possible)

[@FishingtheLoneStar]

Hmm. Good question. I haven’t tried that yet to know. I would think if you had your console and now units linked, then it work in the stowed position from the track you recorded from the console. But don’t quote me on that.

[@CytoSquid]

I have a RT178 as well and have been looking at getting a Terrova. What shaft length did you buy ? Shaft length is the one item I was unsure of. I assume that I would need a 48" or 54"; I think my Edge has a 45" shaft.

[@FishingtheLoneStar]

I believe I got the 60”, but let me confirm when I get home. 👊

[@FishingtheLoneStar]

Actually, I’m almost positive it was the 54.

[@Doni5717846]

Since this video is older I want to know are you still happy with the foot pedal ? I was told if I was a bass fisherman I would want the Ultrex because of the response of the pedal . I was told that the others that are not cable driven have lag and not as precise. I now have a Powerdrive and cuss it everytime I am running through timber , etc. because I can't fish and control the boat at the same time. I have found a few good deals on Terrova but not Ultrex . THANKS !!!!

[@FishingtheLoneStar]

I haven’t had a problem at all with the responsiveness. I’ve been on other boats with an ultrex and I think it’s too touchy. I can navigate my boat through some pretty challenging creek channels with the Terrova, so it’s likely just a matter preference and getting used to it. I also like the flatness of the foot pedal. It’s way more ergonomically designed in my opinion.

[@briansplumbing]

Is the terrova side imaging capable. I have it connected to a hummingbird helix that has side imaging. Or is it only captured of down scan??

[@FishingtheLoneStar]

The built in transducer is down imaging only. You would want to put the side imaging transducer mounted on the back of the boat.

[@ddm62571]

I am getting a RT178 also and also interested in the Terrova. I see you got the 80lbs thrust but do you need the 80lbs or could I get away with using the 55lbs? Is it enough?

[@FishingtheLoneStar]

I had the Minn Kota 45 on it for about a month. There were times when trolling into the wind that that motor had a difficult time, almost didn’t make it. 55 would probably be fine. I just wanted to be sure the wind would never bully me again (lol), and stepped up to the 80. Hope that helps.

[@ddm62571]

@@FishingtheLoneStar I went and got the Terrova 80lbs. Just got it installed last week. Better safe than sorry. lol

[@FishingtheLoneStar]

@@ddm62571 - you’ll be happy with it. Especially that spot lock. It does a great job!

[@marmac2768]

I noticed that it overhangs the front of the boat pretty far. Do you have any advice on how you can mount it so it doesn't get damaged when you are taking the boat off of the trailer? The ramps I use here in Mobile, Alabama are pretty shallow and the boat kind of falls off the roller when you launch it. I don't want my mount to fall on that roller and break it. Thanks for the overview. I'm thinking about getting one, but I need to figure out how to launch the boat with the bracket poking out so far.

[@FishingtheLoneStar]

Well, the way it deploys, it has to hang over the edge. But you’re right, I’ve hit it several times on the bow roller while launching. I’ve had to figure out the right point/depth for my trailer no matter what the angle is of the trailer. That has helped a ton. I rarely hit it now. All about the trailer angle.

[@marmac2768]

@@FishingtheLoneStar thanks for your answer. I did find that Minn Kota makes a base plate that bolts to the boat and another plate that bolts to the bottom of the motor than then fits onto the bottom plate. It has a sliding track where you can slide the motor mount back where it doesn't hang over. I went over the Bass Pro Shop and they had one for $69.99 and I think it will solve that problem. I haven't got my motor mounted yet, they should do it on Thursday. I'm crossing my fingers. Thanks for the video!

[@alanbontumasi5078]

I just purchased one, bottom of trolling motor does not have the down imaging on it and the lift assist is not on either. Are those options?

[@FishingtheLoneStar]

Hmm. I’m not sure what the new models and options are. I know the reducer can vary, but I assumed the lift assist was standard.

[@jmhenley5326]

Is this iPilot LINK or just iPilot? You mentioned following a 5ft contour line from your Humminbird. I think that means iPilot LINK but wanted to confirm.

[@FishingtheLoneStar]

Yes, iPilot Link. However, you need LakeMaster or SmartStrike (which included LakeMaster) chips to make the Link work and the graph to talk to the motor.

[@samkendall4975]

I wouldn’t use the contour line autopilot feature at 5 feet. I have one and sometimes it will start going bananas in all directions. I don’t know if it is a GPS issue but I’ve been thrown from the boat. Beware and brace yourself.

[@FishingtheLoneStar]

I appreciate that! I actually haven’t used it yet. I keep telling myself I’m going to, but never switch the card from the console unit.

[@paulgardner2793]

Could you help me locate the brand and where to order the foot pedal w/cupholder as i have just ordered this same model Terrova?

[@FishingtheLoneStar]

The foot pedal itself comes with the motor. The cup holder insert you see comes stock on the Ranger boat. Depending on your manufacturer though, you may be able to get one.

[@duanetheimer7215]

I just use my remote control, clip to my belt loop and no bother for the clumsy foot petal. Run my trolling motor anywhere in the boat.

[@FishingtheLoneStar]

I’ll do the same sometimes. I do prefer the food pedal though.

[@fishinwithryley4547]

I also prefer the footpedal, so your not tryin to move your motor and fish at the same time.

[@FishingtheLoneStar]

@@fishinwithryley4547 I would agree with that.

[@craigberry4395]

I am looking at the same Trolling motor for my 1994 Nitro 170TF it is 60" shaft I thought abouts the 45" I am unable to measure the water line is the 60 gonna be a good choice because if short I can go deeper but if it's 60 I have a choice what's your Take ?

[@FishingtheLoneStar]

I haven’t had a problem with the 45, but my Ranger also sits level in the water so the front end is closer to the water that most boats. One thing to also consider is if it will stick off the side of your boat when it’s not deployed.

[@BKM203]

Nice. I was concerned about the foot pedal fitting into my recessed tray. Your recessed tray looks like mine, can you provide me the dimensions of your tray and the foot pedal? Thanks.

[@FishingtheLoneStar]

The opening is about 10 inches wide, 14 long, and about 3.75 inches deep.

[@BKM203]

@@FishingtheLoneStar Okay, thanks.

[@carlmaro]

It's been 3 years, do you still love it ??

[@FishingtheLoneStar]

Still going strong! It’s had some normal wear, and I’ve hit a few stumps and rock at a decent speed, but it still works great!

[@peggysmith5853]

What length shaft does that Terrova have? and what size boat ? thanks

[@FishingtheLoneStar]

The boat I have is the RT 178 by Ranger. 17 ft aluminum. I have the 45 inch shaft. Not sure what all it comes in.

[@kirilpachenko6845]

Hi what size your boat 80 lb trust is enough?

[@FishingtheLoneStar]

It’s 17.5 ft, and 80 lb thrust is plenty. Not only does it scoot on 10, but the spot lock has held in 15-20 mph winds with no problem.

[@Thereeloutdoorsmn]

Dose the terrova come with the mega down imaging or do you have to buy it seprate

[@FishingtheLoneStar]

The transducer attached to it does have the option for Mega-down.

[@Thereeloutdoorsmn]

@@FishingtheLoneStar thank you!

[@christopheradams857]

I have my puck near my console should I move it closer? Because my spot lock is all over the place.

[@FishingtheLoneStar]

This is where Cabela’s installed mine. I don’t know that much about the location and it’s impact on the spot lock.

[@rhm504]

GPS is in the motor for spot lock. The puck is an electronic compass. When you want to move 5 ft to the "left", the motor asks the puck which way the boat is facing and moves accordingly. Don't move you puck unless you think it's not getting a connection. My puck isn't powered right now because I'm too lazy to power it, but my spot lock works fine.

[@mikemelton7562]

I purchased a used minn kota terrova 24v 80 ipilot unt less han a year old. It doesn't have a heading sensor. Does this unit have gps in the head and doesn't require heading sensor?

[@FishingtheLoneStar]

I’m not 100% sure here, but I believe it is needed for this unit, and I don’t think GPS is built into the head.

[@TheTabugman]

The head has GPS. The heading sensor is needed to jog the boat though.

[@stelianpetcu4908]

Can this motor be used with foot pedal unplugged?

[@FishingtheLoneStar]

I believe do, and then just use remote.

[@brianbecker8078]

FYI the white puck he pointed to is NOT the GPS. The GPS is in the head of the motor.

[@FishingtheLoneStar]

You’re correct. It’s a digital compass for your boat. This is from trollingmotors.net: The heading sensor, shaped like a small smoke detector, is in fact a digital compass that communicates with the trolling motor via Bluetooth and enables the motor to keep track of its actual heading. This in turn enables the new ‘jog’ feature, or the ability for the motor to jog your boat five feet at a time in any direction you choose.

[@JM-nh8yp]

Is this a good deal? A 2010 Terrova 80 lb ipilot with remote. No foot pedal. $900

[@FishingtheLoneStar]

I personally wouldn’t buy it without the foot pedal. But that’s just how I like to fish, using the foot pedal. Does it have a remote at least?

[@mikemills6696]

Can you get mega si from the transducer on the terrova

[@FishingtheLoneStar]

Not currently. Mega Down, but not side. You can buy Mega side imaging and strap it on, but in general, it’s not recommended because every time you turn your trolling motor the image for side imaging changes. Too much distortion on the screen. Instead, I put side imaging on the console unit, and networked the two graphs (console and bow) so I can still see side imaging from the front graph. It’s just from the transducer on the back of the boat.

[@cormacmccarthy8832]

Does the autopilot connect with your fish finder or how’s that work?

[@FishingtheLoneStar]

Yes. The Terrova will connect with the Hummingbird unit to autopilot to pre-set waypoints or a route or waypoints. It will also follow a contour line that you set it to. Pretty darn cool!! You do need the Hummingbird map chip though for the contour line feature.

[@cormacmccarthy8832]

@@FishingtheLoneStar Great, so I assume the trolling motors without the “link” can’t run routes?

[@FishingtheLoneStar]

@@cormacmccarthy8832 _ I believe that is true. It’s need that component to be able to know the GPS coordinates to locate.

[@duslugger2079]

Will the terrova still connect to my Lowrance console fish finder?

[@samfreeman1178]

@Cormac McCarthy trolling motors with i-pilot, but not i-pilot link can still run tracks, they just can’t do it connected to the finder. You can still use spot lock, and it will also work on auto-pilot, just a lot less features than with the i-pilot link.

[@mobytroy2079]

How long does the battery last?

[@FishingtheLoneStar]

I have two dedicated to the trolling motor and used it all day and never came close to running them down!

[@brianpeter7139]

"don’t make this same mistake"... what's the mistake? Doesn't seem like you said anything about one.

[@FishingtheLoneStar]

Brian Peter - Sorry if I didn’t explicitly call that out. I think I mentioned the foot pedal though and how it’s completely flat. Had to built a platform for it, because it’s unlike a normal pedal in the way it’s built.

[@paulp2186]

clickbat!!

[@vtxdaryl]

I would suggest making the foot rest out of something besides wood. Maybe aluminum or fiberglass, anything but wood, wood will rot one ce it starts getting wet.

[@FishingtheLoneStar]

This is true. I did coat it with flex seal though! Lol. I can replace it very easily.

[@darylbusker7435]

how to hook up a terrova trolling motor

[@FishingtheLoneStar]

If you’re asking how, I had mine professionally installed.

[@janettex08]

Would a husband be happy with this as a trolling motor? Yes or no? Lol. My husband has been wanting a trolling motor with a spot lock.

[@FishingtheLoneStar]

Absolutely, but it may also depend on the type of boat. Do you know it’s a fiberglass boat or aluminum. This one I have is aluminum. If fiberglass, you may want to look at the Ultrex. Both are great, the Ultrex is just a little bigger for bigger heavier boats.

[@janettex08]

@@FishingtheLoneStar he has a 16’ alumacraft boat! Sounds like it should work, yeah? Should a 54” be good?

[@janettex08]

@@FishingtheLoneStar one more question!! Do you think a foot pedal is more convenient than just having the controller? I’m deciding if I want to get one with a foot pedal... need a fisherman’s perspective. Thanks!

[@FishingtheLoneStar]

@@janettex08 - Yes. Get the foot pedal. I looked at one without, and so glad I didn’t go the route of remote only.

[@janettex08]

@@FishingtheLoneStar ahhh dang it was hoping I could save a few hundred! Lol but thanks so much for your honest feedback! You’ve been extremely help. He’s gonna be so happy.

[@mrlrgmouth3692]

looks like it is hanging over to far. that mount shouldnt be hangin over the edge of boat that much

[@FishingtheLoneStar]

Yes, it has too so it can deploy without the shaft hitting the nose of the boat. It was done correctly.

[@mrlrgmouth3692]

@@FishingtheLoneStar my bad yea i looked at it and relized my eyes were playing tricks on me . nice riggin

[@FishingtheLoneStar]

@@mrlrgmouth3692 - no worries. It does look a little weird. It has to hang off a tad so the trolling motor shaft can hang over the front nose.

[@kirilpachenko6845]

Kk

[@paulmueller7658]

$1800 dollar trolling motor cost more than my boat, outboard motor and trailer put together. I'll stick with using oars for trolling.

[@FishingtheLoneStar]

Nothing wrong with that. The beautiful thing is that we all get to choose how we want to spend our own money.

[@rustydoggmike]

BRUH

[@randy1ization]

jam a piece of rubber under the constant button.,, than k me later...

[@JC-di4uz]

So it's got the sonar , does it also come with a monitor screen or ...?I just bought one but not sure

[@FishingtheLoneStar]

The graph/screen is sold separately. I have 9” Hummingbirds on mine.

[@JC-di4uz]

@@FishingtheLoneStar son of a bitch I asked the rep at bass pro he said all included , I've got a humming bird fish finder but it's an older model don't thin it will be compatible

[@FishingtheLoneStar]

@@JC-di4uz - I think it needs to be a Gen2 or later model.