Putting a Minn Kota Edge on my new boat. How To Install A Bow Mount Trolling Motor.

This is an easy guide on how to install a bow mount trolling motor on your boat. The motor I have is a MinnKota EDGE 45. I used a factory quick-detach plate.
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[@jimbohallman8027]

Awesome video. Getting ready to install that exact TM on my sons brand new Tracker Grizzly this weekend. Thanks for the tips!!

[@leova12587]

I liked it in every catagory!!! Power is super, I hav a mariner4 & got the kayak version, even with two people & gear it performed well in a 9mph headwind with 6 inch chop!!! Battery life was all day good. (I went with a 75ah batt)

[@BadAtHunting]

that's awesome.

[@blaisemineo5508]

Awesome that you involved your son !

[@outofbody6797]

Sick boat brother, thanks for the video and your time.

[@BadAtHunting]

Thanks man. I’ve really enjoyed the boat too. If you’re in the market for one, hopefully it helps you make your decision.

[@dakotawashington6994]

Loved the vid, super informative where I needed it. Any downsides to the quick release over the years yet? Didn’t know it was a thing and just removed my trolling motor to rebuild and make the blind fit on my 15 tracker sportsman but would prefer a easy swap for fishing

[@BadAtHunting]

Yeah, the quick release has held up really well. To me, it’s completely worth it.

[@robertbritton9674]

I needed to see you flip it down Into postion

[@BadAtHunting]

sorry, I must have missed that.

[@steveodonnell2921]

Nice job!

[@BadAtHunting]

Thanks. Hopefully it was helpful.

[@airecraft1]

Nice job

[@kellymondragon3404]

NIce build. How long is the motor shaft? 45"?

[@BadAtHunting]

Thanks. I believe mine is 36”.

[@MrLandonL]

Great video!

[@BeardsAndBowsOutdoors]

Good vid! Subbed!

[@FOREtheDads]

What quick release bracket did you use?

[@BadAtHunting]

You know, I can’t remember. I think I picked it up from bass pro.

[@thefonti4509]

Did the plate to access under the bow originally have screws on it? I've got a grizzly 1754 sc and I think mine has rivets.

[@BadAtHunting]

I think mine came with screws, but I’m not positive. In either case, all the panels have screws now.

[@BadAtHunting]

Actually now that I think of it. It did have rivets, but I drilled them out and put screws.

[@thefonti4509]

@@BadAtHunting awesome that's good to know. I'm going to do the same. My first boat so trying to avoid do anything too stupid when working on it!

[@BadAtHunting]

Good luck man! Enjoy your new boat.

[@billbeams7875]

Can you give me a link to the canopy your standing in? Thanks

[@BadAtHunting]

I bought it at Home Depot. I’m not sure what the link would be, but I’m confident you could easily search it. I did have to buy the wall sections separately - but they were made by the same company and should be easy to find. I spent around $180 for the cover and $120 for the walls.

[@billbeams7875]

@@BadAtHunting thank you. Really liked the video

[@BadAtHunting]

Thanks I appreciate that. If you ever have any constructive criticism, I’m open to hearing how they can be better.

[@justincrawford1325]

How did you extend the wires on your motow to reach your batteries?

[@BadAtHunting]

I installed an outlet on the deck of the boat that the trolling motor is plugged into. The outlet has heavy gauge wires that connect to the battery which is located in a compartment below deck. This is only a 12v system, so it only needs to pull power from one source. Did I answer that right?

[@justincrawford1325]

Yes sir you did. Thanks buddy!

[@BadAtHunting]

Awesome. Good luck installing your trolling motor.

[@MatthewLGuidry]

What size wire did you run for the power?

[@BadAtHunting]

Unfortunately I’m not sure. This boat was already equipped with the wires/fuse. They have wiring harnesses available to purchase for this specific application.

[@Jesse-ds3xw]

My book says 8ga

[@BadAtHunting]

Thanks for the info.

[@finnhilden6151]

Can you tell me how long the base plate is?

[@BadAtHunting]

Yeah, for the quick detach plate its 19”L x 6”W. For the baseplate on the trolling motor itself, its 25”L x 6”W. Hope that helps.

[@finnhilden6151]

@@BadAtHunting thanks dude!

[@BadAtHunting]

You’re welcome. Good luck.

[@khristopherstevens1794]

Do you recommend that mounting plate? I took my old motor guide off and it had 2 seperate braces underneath for the bolts on each side of the trolling motor. I have the edge as well but I can't hold the bracket underneath and hold the the top plate down and put on washers and lock nuts at the same time..STUGGLE IS REAL

[@khristopherstevens1794]

@@BadAtHunting yeah I priced it at Basspro and it's $110

[@fizzi5836]

paint tutorial?

[@BadAtHunting]

It’s in the works. I’ve had a few requests, so keep on the lookout for it coming.

[@fizzi5836]

@@BadAtHunting sweet

[@jimmyconrad4797]

Do you still like the motor?

[@BadAtHunting]

Oh yeah. It still works great. It pushes my boat around just fine, even in the wind. The only thing that would be nice, is if it had SpotLock - but that’s an extra $1k. :)

[@rltdoutdoors]

Your son is like dad shut up lets go fishing

[@BadAtHunting]

Yeah, he likes helping - but he like fishing more.

[@rltdoutdoors]

@@BadAtHunting i dont blame him lol

[@fullstrapoutdoors9154]

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