My Kayak Trolling Motor Battery Setup for 2023 - Florida Fish Hunter

This is my lithium battery box setup for use on all my kayaks whether it be to power lights, fish finder, bait box, trolling motor or all of them together and of course this setup can also be applied towards use on a boat.
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[@FFHTV]

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[@daddybigfins7729]

Thanks for the ideas and material list

[@FFHTV]

My pleasure! 😊👍

[@williamknight7040]

Another great one!!

[@FFHTV]

Thank you! Cheers! 😊👍

[@CuseKayaker]

Your videos are so helpful and informative, I’ve learned so much from them. Love them and keep them coming please. Thx

[@FFHTV]

I'm glad you liked the videos and thank you for watching as I will try to keep them coming! 😊👍

[@rickr9055]

Very helpful, thank you.

[@FFHTV]

You're welcome! Glad the info was helpful! 😊👍

[@TWC6724]

Sweet setup there.

[@FFHTV]

Thanks twc6724! 😊👍

[@michaelcrocker7813]

Nice work.

[@FFHTV]

Thank you! Cheers! 😊👍

[@Thumper1944]

Sorry just found the kinks thanks very cool

[@FFHTV]

😊👍

[@bass-ackwardsoutdoors3138]

Awesome video thanks for sharing. I have previously had my own setup using the 880 esc with a normal deep cycle led acid battery it worked good but wanted to lighten my load so i bought a lithium . When i hooked my set up with the lithium all i heard was neeos coming from my trolling motor. Is the something i need t9 do so the esc will run on the lithium battery. Again thanks for all the videos they are awsome. I will be subscribing and wathing more.

[@eagleray1]

Nice work! I am thinking about building a similar design, although I'm torn between using a standard hobby RC transmitter vs a bluetooth module on Arduino. I've got a motor driver for Arduino here already, plus I want to eventually do differential thrust across multiple motors. I'm not sure if I could pull that off with off-the-shelf RC components. I know I could do it with bluetooth though. Consider me subscribed!

[@FFHTV]

Cool idea. I don't know much about arduinos but sounds like it would be an interesting build. Thanks for watching! 😊👍

[@camhester4251]

where do you get those connectors and how long can you run on that 54 ah battery , i have a 30 lb thrust on a 10 ft one man boat and i don't know what size battery i need because i'll fish most of the day probably 8 - 10 hrs but my boat and all probably isn't as heavy as a kayak

[@PTwnPrdigy]

Do the computer components come with the wires needed or is that separate?

[@andrescruz9448]

How much would your say this increases your battery life/efficiency/range while out on the water? Ive got a 60ah lithium battery and Im worried about range for being out on the water all day.

[@padifish]

Could you explain how you connected the Rc remote to 880 esc. I love this design.

[@FFHTV]

Thanks padifish! I'll have another video coming out in a few days with more details which may help answer your question. 😊👍 kzbin.info/www/bejne/kGbWnJJnicR0pJo

[@jessematthews4945]

How long dose it last trolling for fish

[@xclox1]

Where’d you get the controller for the white trolling motor?

[@FFHTV]

Hi Carlos! Check the video description for links to what was shown in the video.

[@silentjester2004]

How did you attach the fan to the ESC? I don’t see any screw holes around the heat sink.

[@FFHTV]

The slots on the esc heat sink allows you to self tap the fan screws.

[@tomwallis722]

Did you have to program it or did you use the factory default settings? I’ve send some guys using a programming box to change the settings…just curious if you did that ? Great video and very helpful!!

[@FFHTV]

Hi Tom! Thanks! Initially I used it with the default settings of the Hobbywing ESC but wanted maximum performance to the trolling motor so I purchased the programmer and tweaked it to my liking. Not necessary but I highly recommend the programmer. 😊👍amzn.to/3LqO8F9

[@tomwallis722]

Thanks for the quick reply :-) can you tell me where you purchased the wired controller with the wheel knob and a cable that you use to connect it? Also, where on the ESC, do you plug-in the RC receiver/cable that you use for the wired remote? I basically plan to copy your set up but want to make sure I am doing it correctly :-) I am not seeing any of those parts were laying in your description for your kit page. Thanks for all your guidance!

[@FFHTV]

Hi Tom! I'm in the process of producing a video detailing that information and hope to have it available for viewing soon. 😊👍

[@michelangelopainters5519]

For the Watersnake, the manual recommends 6AWG (1-3 Metres), 4AWG ( 3-5 Metres). Will the 10AWG handle it?

[@FFHTV]

Hard to say... My Watersnake is a 34lb thrust unit and I referenced the following chart which showed me to use 10awg for my setup ( bit.ly/47ANFsK ) and I have not had any issues at all. I would follow their recommendations especially if your Watersnake is a larger unit .😊👍

[@michelangelopainters5519]

@@FFHTV Ah ok, yours is the 34 lb version.

[@FFHTV]

Yes 😊👍

[@codyliles6240]

Any overheating issues with the esc being in a box like that??

[@FFHTV]

I haven't had any overheating issues but I did eventually design and 3d print a vented cover for that box which I am now using. Here is the link to the file if you're interested: www.thingiverse.com/thing:5925100

[@scottdubya7027]

Do you store this in the rear storage well or behind the seat. If so, do you also have room for a crate or cooler in addition to this box? I am preparing to build one for an 11' kayak that doesn't have a huge compartment back there. I have a 50ampHr battery and may have to convert a crate to become the battery box.

[@FFHTV]

Hi Scott! My kayak is only 10 feet long so I totally get your question. I mount my battery box to a shelf I made that extends behind my seat. This leaves my rear compartment area open for a crate or cooler. I hope to have a video detailing my setup a bit better in the future but for now the following video is all I have at the moment showing where I have placed my battery box if you would like to check it out. kzbin.info/www/bejne/gpLSh6CYnLeKaMk

[@scottdubya7027]

@@FFHTV yes that’s what I wanted to see! Lots of vids on YT about battery boxes but not many about placement of them in the kayak. Thanks!

[@tdok]

I'm curious on why using the 60amp circuit breaker. Are you running 6awg wire? Would you think a 30 or 40amp breaker be a good choice? I'm thinking of adding one after seeing your video. Thanks

[@FFHTV]

I'm sorry... The link I provided was incorrect and should have been for a 50 amp circuit breaker. I'm running 10awg wire. The following link is a good reference web page to help assist you in determining what size breaker to use: minnkota.johnsonoutdoors.com/us/support/trolling-motor-installation-guides/trolling-motor-wiring-and-battery-guide

[@tdok]

Thanks. I'm running 10awg as well. I guess I should get the 50amp too.

[@FFHTV]

I agree 😊👍

[@Skov18]

Do you have a link to the conduit box/motor head lid file?

[@FFHTV]

Wow - it took me quite a while to find the file. I thought the file was lost forever. Anyway the stl file link has been added to the videos description. Enjoy! 😊👍

[@f3600]

I have a quickrun 880 and its overheating on my setup ? Did you limit the max throttle ? I use a old motor maybe its too old...

[@FFHTV]

Have you programmed your 880 using the hobbywing program card? I don't limit the max throttle and have not experienced any overheating issues. I do use the fan and have my electronics enclosure vented to aid in cooling.

[@Thumper1944]

What is this box called and where do you get it please

[@FFHTV]

Links to what I used that was shown in the video are located in the videos description 😊👍

[@jonathanzambrano6349]

So there is no on and off switch? You just use the remote for that?

[@FFHTV]

Yes.

[@jonathanzambrano6349]

@@FFHTV thank you.

[@NoteKeys]

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