Wireless Electronic Speed Controller (ESC) Installed in Trolling Motor Head

[@JOATMOFA]

I've been watching your videos for a while now. By far the most thorough, informative, non-timewasting, direct-to-the-point videos about kayaks & trolling motors *by far* ! Thank you! "That being said" ... please continue to do so!

[@Aksmaniyak]

😆 Thanks! I'm glad you appreciate my boring style of DIY videos!

[@JOATMOFA]

@@Aksmaniyak LOL - definitely NOT boring! I have a large averse to people who are time-wasters! You my friend, are not one of them!

[@Aksmaniyak]

Thanks again!

[@jayhamm34]

I completed this mod and followed this guide, very helpful. I wanted to share what I learned. When using “cruise control”, you can push the stick backwards and it just reduces the speed by a little bit. Same with pushing it forward, it speeds up in increments. Pretty handy to stay in cruise control mode but still have throttle control.

[@Aksmaniyak]

Thanks Jaypaw. Yes, that is a nice feature. I tried to stay with the basics. It would be nice if the unit had directions and/or the videos were easier to follow.

[@flipflopfishingAZ]

I did this build last week and tested it on the water in my Pelican Catch PWR 100 on Saturday. It was awesome! I also added foot pedal steering after watching some of your other videos. Total game-changer! I discovered that if you activate the cruise control button on the remote, you can "bump" the throttle just a bit and the speed will increase/decrease in small increments. Thanks so much for taking the time to put these videos out!!!

[@Aksmaniyak]

Awesome! Glad to hear it.

[@TheKingclayton87]

I have the pelican power catch 100 as well. Where did you install the foot pedals?

[@flipflopfishingAZ]

@@TheKingclayton87 I installed them right above the molded foot rest.

[@billalbert6505]

@@flipflopfishingAZ would you mind sharing what you used to attach the foot petals to the boat. Also what did you use to control the motor wire or paracord? Did you use pad eyes to route the steering cord or cable? Any pictures you could share would be very helpful. I want to try this on my PWR 100. Thanks in advance.

[@flipflopfishingAZ]

@@billalbert6505 Hi! I'm just seeing this message. I don't get notifications from someone else's page or I would have responded sooner. If you head over to my page I have a kayak walk-around video that may answer some of your questions. I won't link it here since this is not my page but it's pretty easy to find. Thanks!

[@JohnNguyen4]

I was waiting to see if you were gonna try out this method of speed control. Tempted to redo my own motor set up. Thanks for making this video. Like I said before: clear, concise, helpful information without all the fluff. Also thanks for not shoving products onto our screens from "sponsors". Look forward to seeing the next build.

[@Aksmaniyak]

Thanks John. I'm glad you appreciate how I like to explain my projects.

[@christoffchefful]

Thanks for the video. After looking at the last video, I realize there was a second one to understand the wiring

[@Aksmaniyak]

Glad to help.

[@TavareeMom1]

Which video helped with wiring? I tried to get mines to start but it didn't do anything

[@gbunton]

Thank you Sir, I'm doing this exact modification on a Watersnake T24 and mounting in on the right front side on my Eddyline Caribbean 14. I'll finally be able to fish hands free. I love paddling but it's tough fishing with a paddle in your hands, especially out here on the Pacific Ocean. At my age late 60's I wanted the motor for the security of being able to get back also. You're a wealth of knowledge. Thanks again

[@Aksmaniyak]

Glad to help! I have another video tutorial showing using a T24.

[@ericpierce4510]

I just found this video. First off, THANK YOU for you Enginuity. Second off, you have this set up on a 30 lb thrust, Couldn't this be done on say a 12v 5lb thrust as well. I'm not much on the electronics end of anything. Thank you in advance.

[@Aksmaniyak]

Thanks Eric. I think you mean 55lb TM. I would not use an ESC on a TM 50lbs or above.

[@landocycle]

Now you just need a steering system, then you’ve got yourself a sick little floatie tower setup 😎

[@Aksmaniyak]

I do have 2 versions of a wireless throttle and steering videos.

[@stanmanmedia]

Dude, you do great work!! I love that ESC solution. Sent my unused PWM back. I will be using a 40 lb thrust Minn Kota which I understand should be fine for this setup from a current standpoint. I love not having wires all over and not having to make a waterproof box etc. Great details. Subscriber.. invaluable.. thanks again!!!

[@Aksmaniyak]

Thanks Stan!

[@Edgemoore7]

@@Aksmaniyakin your opinion, is this more robust than a PWM? Also, would this work on a 55 lb thrust motor?

[@Aksmaniyak]

It is more reliable than the standard PWMs from Amazon. Personally, I would not use the 880 ESC on a motor larger than 50lb.

[@Edgemoore7]

Thanks. Does this mean you would use a PMW for the 55 lb motor?

[@Aksmaniyak]

I would only use the Minn Kota Traxxix control board PWM for that motor. You can also use a Minn Kota Endura Max motor because the PWM is already installed.

[@tonyallen1953]

Great video will try this on my t24 Thanks for sharing.

[@Aksmaniyak]

Thanks Tony. I did another build like that on a T24 and Venom that may help. The T24 is only a short but shows how I did the head unit.

[@stevenbeer2350]

Great video im gonna get another one and mod for my yak. Just didnt want the side mount option.

[@Aksmaniyak]

Thanks!

[@KY_kiwi]

Very clean - nice work brother!

[@Aksmaniyak]

Thanks Bradley!

[@chipsterblack7950]

That was so awesome, I have been looking for something like this for over a year.....sooooo appreciate it brother. I'm subscribing to as a thank you!!

[@Aksmaniyak]

Thanks Chipster!

[@travisjae1775]

awesome and helpful content, thanks!

[@Aksmaniyak]

Thanks Travis!

[@scottcarver6113]

This is a cool mod. The only thing I would suggest is incorporating a kill switch teather in case you fall out of the boat. Should be easy enough to wire into the system.

[@Aksmaniyak]

Thanks. The joystick is spring loaded. Take your thumb off the stick and it stops.

[@gbunton]

the easiest way to do a kill switch is at your battery box. When you run your ground wire out of the box put in a quick disconnect tether that plug to your vest, fall on it cuts power to everything.

[@bluffrockstar]

Nice and clean. Welldone

[@Aksmaniyak]

Thanks Michael!

[@Chuck143244]

Great job

[@Aksmaniyak]

Thanks Chuck!

[@lesthurmond4479]

Thank you for your helpful and beautifully simple videos. I have successfully completed both wired throttle and wireless throttle options. I like both. This is probably a simple question, but how would I add a switch that could toggle between using the wired potentiometer and wireless joystick after powering off? Thanks again!

[@Aksmaniyak]

You could probably do a similar build as my last DIY cruise control.

[@flipflopfishingAZ]

So I've been using this for a year now and it's been great. Have you ever experienced or heard of an issue that when the remote is connected to the trolling motor for the first time that day, when the throttle is used, the motor goes full speed for a couple seconds and then bogs down to about half-speed? My motor will do this 15-20 times before it will go full throttle without bogging down and then it's good for the rest of the day. Since it worked I ignored it but I just got a second trolling motor, rigged it up the same, and the new motor does almost the exact same thing. I've checked and rechecked the wiring, programming, etc. and I cannot find the issue.

[@Aksmaniyak]

No, I have never experienced that and I have used several of the remotes. The only thing I could think to do would be to run the throttle and use the =,- throttle toggle adjustment until it goes to zero and doesn't move.

[@flipflopfishingAZ]

@@Aksmaniyak Thanks! I'll give it a try and keep testing for a solution.

[@fishesfromtupperware]

That was an awesome video. Concise to the point very informative. Thanks. Looking forward to modding my trolling motor. any idea of the improvement over the five speed in terms of battery life? thanks again!

[@Aksmaniyak]

Thanks! I did some garage engineering testing and it looks like it draws about 10% less amps at full throttle.

[@fishesfromtupperware]

@@Aksmaniyak Having some grief with the 880 esc. Runs fine with no load but stops after a few seconds in the water, then restarts after a minute or so and does the same thing. I'm using a conventional deep cycle battery. I guessing its the low voltage cuttoff on the esc and I thought it was switched off (not to cutoff at low voltage). Any clues or experiences like that? BTW the gear drive turning motor works great now!

[@Aksmaniyak]

Glad at least part of it works correct. It is hard to diagnose without pics. I'm an admin at a FB page that has people with a lot of ESC (and more) knowledge that may also help. Here is the link if interested. facebook.com/groups/3521517597860461

[@fishesfromtupperware]

@@Aksmaniyak thanks! I’ll check it out!

[@fishesfromtupperware]

@@Aksmaniyak It was a low voltage cutoff problem with my 880 esc. I switched it to LiPo battery (?) Item 2, Option 1 and disabled the cutoff voltage (item 3, option 1). for whatever reason, it did not work in the NiMH mode (?) works great now!

[@ken9846]

Your videos are very informative, I know you said that you should use a PWM instead of a ESC on trolling motors over 50 pounds of thrust. I would like to have everything in the head of the trolling motor like you showed in one of your videos. I’m a total greenhorn when it comes to these controllers. Wouldn’t a higher amperage ESC, such as a 100 amp continuous ESC work? Obviously I don’t want any failures when I am out on the water. Please explain (in Layman terms) why the bigger ESC won’t work. Thanks!

[@Aksmaniyak]

Thanks Ken. There are larger amp rated ESCs but I don't know anybody that has used one for this purpose. I have not since I don't typically run motors that size.

[@vibesstr]

What about the steering ?

[@Aksmaniyak]

I use foot pedal steering or you can use a tiller.

[@stevenbeer2350]

This is the same esc i have on my clodbuster

[@GoldBug79]

You should always turn remote on first before ESC and turn it off last after powering off ESC.

[@Aksmaniyak]

Why?

[@shortys1994]

This comes from RC world. If you turn on ESC before transmitter, your ESC doesnt have something “telling it what to do”, so it could turn to full power “randomly”. Turning on Tx first ensures this doesn’t happen.

[@lonefox-9837-renardsolitaire]

Can you plug all the esc on led-acid battery value 2

[@davidbergewaytogo]

That's pretty cool! I got a 12V linear actuator arm setup which moves my tiller from left to right with a wired momentary switch. Do you think there would be a way to add the steering functionality to this remote, to use the left/right buttons of the joystick? The actuator arm moves out with positive current, and when you reverse the polarity, it goes back in. There must be a way to do this...

[@Aksmaniyak]

I know somebody was working on a project like that after watching this video I did. kzbin.info/www/bejne/bnqblaqvnLpmntk It could be done with a servo set up.

[@eraseunlokodelacolin]

What an awesome video! I will definitely transform my trolling motor following your guide. Jus a couple of small question, the fan that cool the ESC where is connected!? And, do you think that a 12v LifePo4 could work work with this ESC correctly!? Thank you im advance! Keep up the great work!

[@Aksmaniyak]

Thanks. I have other videos that show the ESC being connected with the fan in more detail. Yes, that battery will work.

[@livingwordchurchsanantonio7462]

Does anybody know the battery time for the remote unit. I have this exact set up yet to use it and love the clear directions for use. BUT have considered going to a wired set up because of possible battery failure on remote. Should I just carry a usb charger and spare cable in case? Thanks for great videos as always sir

[@Aksmaniyak]

Thanks. I had gone to 2 weeks without a recharge. Yes, just bring along a USB charger as backup.

[@keithlane2440]

6:22 pm Pacific time. I would actually like to attempt to do this transformation. How can I get the parts and a detailed description of how to modify my motor?

[@Aksmaniyak]

I have several videos showing each different modification.

[@keithlane2440]

@@Aksmaniyak i am a novice at this. if possibls do you have a video with this setup ?

[@Aksmaniyak]

@@keithlane2440 Yes, just look through my videos.

[@omarmutti9318]

Como puedo conseguir esos elementos ,soy de argentina

[@flipflopfishingAZ]

How cool would it be if you could steer with that controller?

[@Aksmaniyak]

It would be nice but much easier and less expensive just to buy a wireless remote model. I like foot pedal steering better for kayaks because you can set your speed and have hands free steering for fishing.

[@chipsterblack7950]

You could do that by using two motors one on each side of your kayak. Would turn on a dime and could do 360s. I've been wanting to do this for over a year now but couldn't find a joystick controller... then walla! I stumble across this video!!!

[@CraftedbyHand210]

Could you also steer with this by hooking up a servo?

[@Aksmaniyak]

I have seen some YT videos on that done in a work area but not on the water under load.

[@grizzly168]

Is this esc rated for 3s lipo?

[@Aksmaniyak]

Yes, the link for the parts is in the narrative section.

[@jeremybridges5338]

Would this work for a 12v remote spotlight that moves too fast

[@Aksmaniyak]

I would think so if the wiring was similar.

[@ladariuswalton4610]

What’s the largest (lb thrust size) this can be used on

[@Aksmaniyak]

I would not recommend using it on a trolling motor larger than 50lbs.

[@ladariuswalton4610]

@@Aksmaniyakis a 12volt battery safe for this esc?

[@Aksmaniyak]

@@ladariuswalton4610 Yes, but it should be a LiFePO4.

[@iloveacoustic3023]

Great video again... I'm sorry to bug you, but Just trying to find the best setup first crack. I just bought a newport 55lb. Maybe I shouldn't have gone that powerful, but that's what I have. Can I use this esc with this? I'd previously asked you about another esc and you said not recomended with that size motor. Am I limited to going with a pwm? This looks like such a nice setup, and would be great not to have wires running up to the seat area. Thanks agin for your great, to the point videos.

[@Aksmaniyak]

You can use a PWM or a Minn Kota Traxxis control board build. I have videos for each projects. Check the playlists.

[@jprizzle2604]

Does the esc make the motor more efficient and lets you stay out on the water longer????

[@Aksmaniyak]

Yes. There are good articles on google you can read.

[@kev4317]

In the vid you said #11 Neutral range level 5 but it looks like #10 drag brake rate level 5 on the paper

[@Aksmaniyak]

Yeah, the circle is a little off but i made a dot next to each number changed.

[@suthrnridin06]

I wired everything, did the changes with programmer, plug in the transmitter and turned on remote and I get nothing

[@wysman2669]

When you recieved the e.s.c 880, did the cooling fan come with it? I ordered one and it did not come with one, so i ordered another, and same as the 1st one. No cooling fan came with it in the package? Do you have to order it seperatly? By the way you videos are top notch!! Very easy to understand and you're reference links on where to get the parts. Are spot on! Thank you!

[@Aksmaniyak]

Thanks! The fan USED to be included at no extra cost. Recently, they stopped including them and you must purchase separately.

[@wysman2669]

@@Aksmaniyak Thank you for your quick response!! Do you feel that the cooling fan is needed?

[@Aksmaniyak]

@@wysman2669 It never hurts to have one.

[@wysman2669]

@@Aksmaniyak Thank you!

[@loganwest8902]

Wow, great video. Would it be possible to set this up to use with a couple actuators for shaft rotation?

[@Aksmaniyak]

Thanks Logan. I think that it would be more cost/tiime efficient to just buy one already set up for that.

[@Callmecarbo]

I tried following everything with a 55lb thrust Newport and it won’t go in reverse :/

[@Aksmaniyak]

Did you double check the F/R programming?

[@tomecalm7]

How do steer?

[@Aksmaniyak]

You can use either tiller or foot pedal steering.

[@jprizzle2604]

Would you advise using a circuit breaker with this method??

[@Aksmaniyak]

Yes, always.

[@thomastucker6696]

Where do you buy these?

[@Aksmaniyak]

Buy what?

[@s_gwalls6106]

Will this work for water snake 24

[@Aksmaniyak]

Yes.

[@tmaxx98]

I didn't see where the motor can turn left and right. Is there any mode on thats.

[@Aksmaniyak]

Not with this set up. You can use tiller or cable steering. I have other videos using trolling motors as thrusters.

[@jokerhahaha1446]

Get a rc boat esc and they are water cooled then get a stering servo and hook it up to change direction it would be 100%

[@Aksmaniyak]

I wouldn't want to run water through the head for cooling. I do have a few videos with wireless throttle and servo steering.

[@ericbommer2280]

Thanks for sharing. Curious have you ever measured the temperature of the esc after running it for a while.

[@Aksmaniyak]

Thanks Eric. No, that would require thermocouples for an accurate measurement and I'm a garage engineer...lol.

[@Bubbachub26]

If i use a 12volts batterie do i need to disable the voltage cutoff ?

[@Aksmaniyak]

Only if you use a SLA or AGM battery.

[@Bubbachub26]

Good thank you

[@tvparc]

Is there any chance of helping me to adapt remote control on cordless brushless combi drill? Thanks in advance.

[@Aksmaniyak]

It probably won't work because the MK is a brushed motor.

[@TexasPapa13]

How did you seal up the end of the motor head where the handle used to be ?

[@Aksmaniyak]

I used a method shown in another of my videos.

[@TexasPapa13]

@@Aksmaniyak ok I’ll go look

[@tiagoscp36]

Nice work, a good video would be also, how much top speed you loose by using this ESC vs hooking direct to battery on max speed (comparing speed and amps for the different configurations) if the diference is substancial u could also add a "nitro button" to your setup with a relay bypassing the ESC for those long distances that you dont need variable speed :)

[@Aksmaniyak]

Thanks Tiago. I didn't notice any difference in top speeds between the two.

[@tiagoscp36]

@@Aksmaniyak it might not change the speed much but if the ESC draws extra current for itself at the end of the day more Amps = less range

[@Aksmaniyak]

@@tiagoscp36 The ESC uses less amps than a stock 5F/3R speed controller.

[@stanmanmedia]

@@Aksmaniyak right

[@fisheen]

What kind of battery is recommended to power the esc? 12v?

[@Aksmaniyak]

Yes.

[@usstartarsauce]

I have a spare bixpy motor, no battery, it is a 24V motor, can I use this set up to make it work?

[@Aksmaniyak]

No, the Bixby has different electronics.

[@usstartarsauce]

@@Aksmaniyak Yes I am aware of that, however I recently took apart bixpy's battery and upgraded it with a 50AH lifepo4 battery by reusing the control board on it. (kzbin.info/www/bejne/bIrHhoh_mLF7Zqs) The control board itself is basically an ESC with programmed rc remote control, I am wondering if when the control board goes bad, I want to make something to replicate the function.

[@Aksmaniyak]

It's possible. I have never tried it since I'm self funded and didn't want to fry it.😁

[@usstartarsauce]

@@Aksmaniyak Since I know nothing about ESC, what do you think it's model that supports brushless 24V motor? I have another older J2 motor I am willing to try.

[@Aksmaniyak]

You have got good questions that I don't have experience with. I'm sure they make one.

[@MRJPP2U]

I have twin Minn-kota Endura-max 45-lbs’s on the back of our boat. I fish small lakes and rivers so it’s all we use. I’m wanting to use one remote to both motors. Will I need double everything or will one ESC (880 speed controller) be strong enough for both motors?

[@chava1395]

Hey I did this to my kayak. When I start my controller and motor and go foward it works fine sometimes but for the most part when I throttle it in either reverse or foward for more than 3 seconds, the power seems to go out a lot and isn’t as powerful. It won’t go any faster and will stay loosing power until it just doesn’t work. Do you think this is my battery or what am I doing. Wrong

[@Aksmaniyak]

I answered your other post.

[@liangwind9531]

It is possible to help me out of a small problem. My esc is using left and right to control and I don't know how to set it up to up-down control

[@Aksmaniyak]

What are you trying to control up and down?

[@liangwind9531]

@ @ My ESC only shows the red light when I am pushing the controller left or right. I did not have a trolling motor yet but wiring and ESC is already done.

[@liangwind9531]

@ I have get a trolling motor for it yesterday. And my controller was using left and right to control forward and reverse. 🤣Hotrc Ds600

[@Aksmaniyak]

@@liangwind9531 You probably plugged the ESC into the wrong channel. The speed is channel 2.

[@liangwind9531]

@ LOL, problem solved, thank you

[@cs972]

Thanks for sharing! I have a question about remote controller runtime, did you get a chance to test It? I'm afraid for a long day in kayak... because someone reports only 4hours but maybe for other application Thanks

[@Aksmaniyak]

Thanks! The run time depends on the AH capacity of your battery.

[@cs972]

@@Aksmaniyak thanks for you answer, but I was referring only to remote controller 🕹️, Do you know how many time works for this application?

[@Aksmaniyak]

It runs off the same battery used for the trolling motor.

[@cs972]

I'm Sorry maybe my question isn't clear, I would like understand run time of HOTRC DS-600 the ESC remote controller

[@Aksmaniyak]

Oh. I have forgotten to charge it once for 2 weeks and it still worked.

[@RickeyIida]

I have a 24V transom-mount trolling motor with a 45 amp brushless motor. Is there an ESC that would work to make a wireless throttle control for this trolling motor and if so, whiich model would you recommend? I've seen all of your videos on this subject and they have been very helpful! Thank you.

[@Aksmaniyak]

Thanks Rickey. They do make ESCs for your type of motor but I have never used one.

[@billalbert6505]

Are there any specific steps you need to do to get the wireless remote to pair or recognize the ESC? I think I got everything wired up correctly some lights flash and it beeps and make some sounds but I cannot get it going. Thanks for your informative videos they are a great help. Keep up the great work.

[@Aksmaniyak]

Thanks Bill. The unit I bought was already paired. If it didn't come with directions check online.

[@dazza8253]

The link to the esc u recommended is out of stock. Do u have another esc to recommend for this whole remote control setup like u have in this video?

[@Aksmaniyak]

I just checked and Amazon has them in stock.

[@jprizzle2604]

They are on every rc online store, they are extremely common for rc crawlers

[@Codylessley]

What kind of battery do you run

[@Aksmaniyak]

The ESC defaults to a Lifepo battery. The AH will depend on the motor used and type of water use.

[@flipflopfishingAZ]

Great video! What did you use to cap where the wires come out?

[@Aksmaniyak]

Thanks...stay tuned for that video.😁

[@chava1395]

So if I buy everything in your bio here I can make my minn kota do exactly that?? I’m confused on programming the controller

[@Aksmaniyak]

If you follow the videos I reference back by the publishing dates, you will find all of the information needed. My videos build on knowledge to get to the current level.

[@cs972]

Hello, I have installed the esc with remote control all works very well, but I have a strange issue, when I turn off the remote control the motor start with a low throttle, I have checked all connections and set, all it's good. I have installed the esc with remote on three motors all it's done in the same way but 2 have the issue only one no. Do you know what can be the causes? Thanks in advance

[@Aksmaniyak]

Trying using the +,- toggle to make it stop.

[@cs972]

@@Aksmaniyak yes toogle is a good but unfortunately I have the battery and motor at rear parts of my hobie compass I can't reach them. But, do you have already heard this issues?

[@chuckpalmer3926]

Appreciate ur content. Would this work with an 12V 55AH AGM battery, doesn’t appear to have that option when programming changes you reference??

[@Aksmaniyak]

Thanks Chuck. If you look at my other ESC designs, you will see there is an option for an AGM battery.

[@lcoles1000]

I am installing 2 trolling motors, one on each side of the kayak about 1/3 distance from the bow. I am not going to rotate the assembly to turn, but want to do a skid steer fwd/rev type function for steering. Do you think that controller can provide that function, such as toggle right to get fwd on left motor and rev on right motor... vice/versa

[@lcoles1000]

also, when i tested the stock rotating switch with a multimeter, on HIGH (pos 5), 12VDC power was sent to all 3 motor wires. You only used 1. Wonder why it send power to the other coils if it's not needed. It uses a combination for the other speed and just a single on for some.

[@Aksmaniyak]

That is a question I have wondered about too. Unfortunately, I am not as knowledgeable on RC on that subject. I'm sure there are others that would know.

[@Aksmaniyak]

I'm new to the RC world too.

[@Callmecarbo]

You’ll need counter rotating props

[@TurpinAndre]

any chance your setup work for 24v trolling motor

[@Aksmaniyak]

Check the specs on the ESC.

[@tonyallen1953]

Is it possible to fit a variable speed switch instead of wireless remote?

[@Aksmaniyak]

You could make the set up with a wired remote.

[@cliffordcorreia3887]

What size Gland nut did you use for the power wires to come out of the unit and how did you mount it?

[@Aksmaniyak]

I have a video explaining it. Trolling Motor Control Box Wiring Adapter.

[@GM-outdoor]

Not al the links are still working

[@Aksmaniyak]

I just checked and all the links are working.

[@GM-outdoor]

@@AksmaniyakThanks, maybe only not working in the Netherlands

[@jprizzle2604]

What size fan did you buy for your esc, I have everything working and hooked up just wanting what size? A 25mm??? Or do you maybe have a link

[@Aksmaniyak]

Originally, the ESC included a fan but now they do not. I found a fan on Amazon that works with it. www.amazon.com/Fan-2008-XR10-Stock-Spec-ESCs/dp/B076DS82LW/ref=sr_1_3?crid=3K03TRGVDMFVH&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.C2rj-79vYjW0MT8Qmh5w0rq7un6H2bEYpOR9TlOMKw_ZVVhZUsaxQQ33yg6pgPoj4WQdWg1tG9ESoQHxxunMm-LeyWi2xF4hBCObMGX8OMUEarQeuGjED0nnNnRa-ysGV2ecfkLWS3bj0jYZ70ydtOv02mzLbmm_gYU1bvsqfpcVtzu3VJgO4x0MZMMk3VQLZIbh1uuFbGrYtaPfeEUXy1A_JiWoGUUJF6NjulzkAoUC69MhEBaiLuLOClhRzkTm2pxbfZSjJKZht4aCnl7sI3WTx1QGoGQiONrYGS_g0BU.fm_ENzEidvzlaZjALZFc0jD5kB_W6jaSowEclUDrl04&dib_tag=se&keywords=hobbywing+fan&qid=1710233970&sprefix=hobbywing+fan%2Caps%2C74&sr=8-3

[@emmettbowen4431]

I haven't been through all your videos yet, but do you also set up a wireless steering servo and use the controller to do speed and steering?? Excellent video!!

[@Aksmaniyak]

Thanks Emmett! I tried a wireless servo steering set up a long time ago but it wasn't as responsive as foot pedal steering. My latest video uses a wireless controller with 2 trolling motors used like thrusters.

[@davidbergewaytogo]

I'm currently looking into this myself. I have a 12v linear actuator arm that is attached to my motor tiller and mounted on the side of my kayak. The arm moves in and out when supplied with either 12v + or 12v - (reverse polarity makes the arm go back in). It's flawless but I have it wired up to a momentary switch that I hold in my hand next to me kayak seat. Having something wireless would be fun. Also, my setup doesn't actually allow me to control the speed of the motor, just the steering. So integrating mty steering setup into this ESC/RC remote idea would be so wicked! I basically need to find some way to trigger 12v + and 12v - wirelessly...

[@emmettbowen4431]

@davidbergewaytogo yes! I agree. Id like to be able to to control it with my feet, so I can fish

[@bugagear]

@Aksmaniyak in terms of battery power saving , is it better or same as PWM? On video looks like it is quite tricky to adjust speed as it is done on PWM.

[@Aksmaniyak]

It is about the same as the PWM.

[@Bitemwah]

Would this type of esc work on my 24v beach cart? It has an 800w 24v mobility scooter transaxle. I’ve been looking for a solution that allows remote control like this. Thanks

[@Aksmaniyak]

You can check the voltage specs for this one but I have only used it at 12V. There are 24V ESCs.

[@bajacuffs]

So I absolutely have to put a motor on my sportsman 120pdl after my knee injury. So my question is how much have you used the 880 esc on your trolling motor vs the pwm? Have you had and heat issues? Do you see an issue running a 55lb minnkota on this esc if not what would the thrust limit be? I really appreciate your video's

[@Aksmaniyak]

Thanks! I would not recommend an ESC for any trolling motor 50lbs or above. The heat generated can fry the wiring. The Amazon PWMs are hit and miss on quality. For your motor, I would DIY the Minn Kota Traxxis board project if you wanted to go that way.

[@wait4dl]

which would you use now pwm or esc. i have tried 3 pwm's all def. so i am a mid point should i try the esc or try to find a better pwm.

[@Aksmaniyak]

I would use a custom PWM that I have built with a Minn Kota board for 50lb or larger trolling motors. Anything thing below that, I would use an ESC.

[@kevinv2724]

@@Aksmaniyak Any chance at a look at that PWM build? Im thinking of doing this to a 55lb Minn Kota Endura for a sailboat.

[@Aksmaniyak]

@@kevinv2724 I have a PWM playlist on my channel.

[@wadespees7283]

Just wondering how much have you used this set up . Does it seem to reliable

[@Aksmaniyak]

You can see many examples of ESC powered trolling motors on KZbin.

[@Bubbachub26]

What kind of electrical connecter you use to replace the handle?

[@Aksmaniyak]

I'm not sure what you mean.

[@Bubbachub26]

@@Aksmaniyak what do you put on the hole when you remove the control handle? Wire connector?

[@Aksmaniyak]

@@Bubbachub26 A DIY gland nut. I have a video on what I did.

[@Bubbachub26]

@@Aksmaniyak ok thank you

[@danielforrester8078]

Two questions 1. Did you plug the RF reciever into the ESC in front of the Blue & yellow wire. 2. Where did you plug the wire coming off the cooling Fan?

[@Aksmaniyak]

I think you should read the directions and review the initial set up. It will save you from making a mistake.

[@danielforrester8078]

@@Aksmaniyak I figured out and everything is hooked up correctly, however, when I turn on the ESC and push the controller nothing happens. Do you know if the 880 will work with a 55 lbs thrust trolling motor?

[@Aksmaniyak]

@@danielforrester8078 I wouldn't use the 880 on any trolling motor over 50lbs. Did you pair the controller and turn it on?

[@danielforrester8078]

Controller is bad

[@Rcfishingagadir]

Hi did you test the heat of the esc ....i usded one like this and i couldnt hold the current....i have the same motor 30 lbs... Is there an other big esc ?

[@Aksmaniyak]

No, I didn't test the temp but there wasn't a problem. It is rated for 80A so it should be large enough for that trolling motor.

[@MmXx27]

What channel on the receiver do you plug the esc into?

[@Aksmaniyak]

I used Channel 2.

[@wadespees7283]

Also which port did you plug the esc into on the receiver. Thanks

[@Aksmaniyak]

I said it was the #2 channel (port) in the video.

[@GoodNewsNews23]

May I ask what battery you use and is there any max voltage for the esc? Could I use an AGM battery?

[@Aksmaniyak]

I use a 12V 100AH LiFePO4. You can use an AGM and I have a video for that.

[@raulioana]

Please help me understand. Your trolling motor is 12V but the ESC is rated 6 V. Am I looking at it wrong?

[@Aksmaniyak]

The ESC changes the voltage.

[@DlAM890]

Do you think that controller would work with a brushless motor? I'm assuming the motor you showed here is brushed

[@Aksmaniyak]

No, this ESC is for a brushed motor. They di make ESCs for brushless motors.

[@alducks1]

last question...sorry... the ESC is rated for 6 volt. Since a 12V battery is needed to run the trolling motor, won't that burn out the ESC?

[@Aksmaniyak]

No, the ESC steps down the voltage.

[@alducks1]

@@Aksmaniyak I apologize again for wearing you out with questions: if the voltage is stepped down, how does that affect the top motor speed, compared to the original 12v wired setup?

[@donnieb903]

I have a 60 amp circuit breaker on the positive side of my trolling motor input power wiring. Should the breaker be located between the ESC and the trolling motor or between the ESC and the battery?

[@Aksmaniyak]

It should be close to the battery and all positive power should be supplied from the breaker.

[@fishntools]

Replace that on/off sw with a kill sw!

[@Aksmaniyak]

I don't need to. The wireless joystick toggle is spring loaded. Take your thumb off the stick and it dies.

[@dishman5161]

Would this work for a 62lb 12v trolling motor or would it burn up

[@Aksmaniyak]

It should. The ESC is rated for 80A.

[@dishman5161]

I am cross between getting a Amazon 200 amp PWM or the 880. Having a higher amp motor 52amp… What would you personally recommend? Plan on doing some cruising on the river 😊love your info vids!

[@Aksmaniyak]

@@dishman5161 Thanks! I would go with the 880 over an Amazon PWM based on quality.

[@WherEmEweeD]

Would this work on my brushless trolling motor? And if not what is the equivalent ESC that works with brushless?

[@Aksmaniyak]

No, this ESC is for brushed motors only. Search brushless ESC on Amazon for those options.

[@piratadasmoitas]

Good morning, what did you use to connect the two yellow wires to the red wire and connect it to the motor? thanks

[@Aksmaniyak]

Hi Pedro. I used a 10G marine shrink fit butt connector.

[@piratadasmoitas]

​@@Aksmaniyak Does this work well even if the transmitter antenna is inside the engine cover?

[@Aksmaniyak]

@@piratadasmoitas Yes.

[@piratadasmoitas]

@@Aksmaniyak just one more question, the ESC only works with litium batteries right?

[@Aksmaniyak]

@@piratadasmoitas It depends on the ESC. It will be in the specs.

[@anhl5091]

I followed this video to create my ESC. It works great for my 35lb trolling motor during testing in free air. However, when I put the TM in the water, turn on the ESC and remote, the ESC will power on the TM and work, but if I throttle the speed all the way up the ESC turns off. I have to power cycle the ESC then power cycle the remote to get it to work again. Have you run into this issue? If so what was your fix.

[@Aksmaniyak]

I have never had that problem. Check your connections and pull the prop to make sure nothing is wrapped around the shaft.

[@kanook450]

I was going to post the same issue but I’ll piggyback on this comment. Same issue for me. Runs fine out of water but as soon as a load is put on it the esc goes into overload protection and shuts off. I’ll need to source a higher amp esc.

[@anhl5091]

@@kanook450 I dont think it is an amp issue as it's rated at 80a with peak of over 400a. I dont think it likes the load that's placed on it if the load is too high too quickly. I got mine working by starting really slow, engaging cruise control, then upping the speed one notch at a time until it is full throttle. try that to see if it works for you.

[@cool8661]

Is it possible to do this in a way where you can still keep the analog 5 step speed control in the stock handle on the trolling motor in case the ESC encounters a problem and you have to manually run it?

[@Aksmaniyak]

Using a PWM, you can keep the stock switch intact and use quick connects if it fails. An ESC is more complicated. You would need a separate control box for each using quick connects for the power and speed controller. You can disconnect the pos/neg of the trolling motor and plug directly to the battery for emergency use. The motor would immediately jump to WOT but would get you home.

[@Kayak.OutKasts]

First off, great video! 👍 Can’t you just leave the stock trolling motor on position 5 and put the ESC in a box at the battery using something like Anderson plugs. If the ESC fails, just unplug the ESC and go straight to the battery.

[@tomwallis722]

I’ve just tested for the first time in the water on my 50lb thrust motor. It works fine with your recommended settings when testing out of water but the water resistance seems to shut down the RC portion with the havcybin 6 channel controller you recommended. The fan and the esc keep running but Any reason why the wireless portion RC transmitter Would shut down?

[@Aksmaniyak]

No, the water shouldn't make a difference. It hasn't for every build I've done.

[@kanook450]

It’s not the rc connection you’re having an issue with. The esc in this build isn’t up to the demands of a higher lbs thrust motor. My 45lb shuts off under load of water. The fan on the esc continues to run it just the esc goes into overload shutdown

[@tomwallis722]

@@kanook450 I figured out my son took the controller and basically reprogramed it. Once I reset the crash detect feature of the remote, it’s worked fine. I still haven’t pushed it to the limits but it’s worked in small ponds .

[@emmettbowen4431]

So do you actually use this?

[@Aksmaniyak]

Yes.

[@waynecollinsworth3524]

Will this work with lead acid deepcell 12v battery

[@Carl_Black]

Wonder if that would work on an old Minn kota power drive as a circuit board replacement. You said it has servo controller too?

[@Aksmaniyak]

The servo controller is for the ESC and not for shaft rotation if I understand your question.

[@Carl_Black]

@@Aksmaniyak Thanks. That is exactly what I was thinking.

[@corey01851]

Still don't understand how the remote is paired or set up. Seems like all these trolling motor videos skip so many steps and make it impossible for someone with no knowledge of these products to complete the build. They show a part list. Say 90% of what they're gonna do and then show the finished product. I watch the whole video just to have questions when it's over. Crazy how many people have done this and there's not one complete step by step how to video.

[@Aksmaniyak]

Everybody starts as a beginner at one point. You should start at the basics and get an understanding of how the parts work. As you learn more, you can move up to more advanced projects. This is an advanced project. You should start with a beginning ESC build and do your own research how they work. Once you do that, you can move up to more involved projects. Tutorials can not keep repeating the basics in every video. It is the responsibility of each person to do the research until they feel comfortable to build a project. If you had searched my earlier videos, you would see that the remote and receiver I used already came paired. It is important to understand the concepts because how will you troubleshoot them if they don't work?

[@alducks1]

thanks for your video and replies to my questions. I built one ( kzbin.info/www/bejne/r4nVoKlomKuIoas ) with the motor attached to a rudder. I provided a link in my description to your video here giving you credit for the idea. Hope you don't mind.

[@Aksmaniyak]

Thanks for the mention, I appreciate it. Did you turn off comments for your video purposely? Feedback can be very helpful. In case the motor is too heavy (as you mentioned), the Watersnake T24 is a good option.

[@alducks1]

@@Aksmaniyak thanks for letting me know about the comments restiction...had the wrong box checked...now fixed. Also thanks for the tip on the smaller motor...hope it wont be necessary.