i really don't think i like my TM

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Originally Posted by TnT

I had trouble with mine when I first bought it. But I picked up a few pointers on here that helped.
#1- Try putting some Armorall on the shaft. It helps slick it up and water does not take it off easily.
#2- Try this (The Cane Pole Technique). When you are ready to stow it, Make sure the head is pointing straight. Put the foot pedal/hand control (which ever you use) in the MOM position with the speed wide open. Push the lever on the TM that releases it and push down on the foot pedal at the same time. It will literally drive it self out of the water.. Works great!!!

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I've had the same problem with my new TM, thanks for this tip, gonna try it.

If I am understanding correctly the issue you are having is getting it stored in place as in making the locking lever go over the ring correct? I have the Minnkota also and one thing I had seen on here was to loosen the set screw and back that locking ring up a few turns. It gave more room between the ring and the motor housing and I do not have to pull/tug as hard to lock it in place. It also help with my finder wires not getting pinched as easy. Hope this helps

Well after a few times out after lubricating the cradle and shaft it works much easier, thanks all for the tips

That's interesting. I've never had any trouble at all pulling up and stowing my Minn Kota Power Drive V2, but it is a real chore to deploy it.

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Originally Posted by SpeckWick

Another thing I'd recommend on the PDV2 is to put a strap or RAM mount to hold it in place when stowed. I've heard horror stories about them jumping off the cradle while pulling the boat. I have since put the velcro strap off my old MG on it to hold it tight. Better safe than sorry.
I recently had to replace the foot control circuit board after only two years. The TM just all of a sudden, in the middle of a tournament of course, stopped turning right. The board was relatively easy to change, and only $55 from a local TM repair shop. Much better than a whole new pedal. SO, if any of you PDV2 owners out there have this same issue, try that first. Just something to look out for. I'm told by that same repair fella that it's always been a common problem with the PDs. When I change again, I'm going back to cable steer. That turning motor noise annoys me.

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I had one of those years ago, when they first came out. That board messed up 2 times and I swore I'd never own another one.

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Originally Posted by Psmith

I had one of those years ago, when they first came out. That board messed up 2 times and I swore I'd never own another one.

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Sometimes things do get better as they work out the bugs...Loved my last one so much I bought another one for my new boat. I know someone who has burned out a couple of boards, but he wasnt using the right size wire. I'm not saying this was the case with you Psmith, but just a piece of general info for everyone.

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Originally Posted by blairarnold

That's interesting. I've never had any trouble at all pulling up and stowing my Minn Kota Power Drive V2, but it is a real chore to deploy it.

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Take a look at this thread blair...maybe it will help you out
http://www.crappie.com/crappie/georg...drive-tms.html

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Originally Posted by TnT

Take a look at this thread blair...maybe it will help you out
http://www.crappie.com/crappie/georg...drive-tms.html

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very good reading thanks TnT

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Originally Posted by Psmith

I had one of those years ago, when they first came out. That board messed up 2 times and I swore I'd never own another one.

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Me too. I had to replace that board 2 times in one summer. I'm sure they have gotten better but by how much, I don't know.

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Originally Posted by TnT

Take a look at this thread blair...maybe it will help you out
http://www.crappie.com/crappie/georg...drive-tms.html

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I did adjust the collar, but maybe not enough. It helped, but there is still a little difficulty. I haven't put any Armorall on it yet, and I think I need to try that. Also, I'm not sure I've been pushing down on it, and I'm going to try that. If it is still difficult, I guess I'll adjust the collar a little further. Thanks for the refresher.