any tips?
thanks
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any tips?
thanks
Keep those tips ROLLING IN !
I am in the process now, going from a 12v to a 24v on My Tracker, and realizing the boat just had a one bank charger has added another fly in the ointment. I bought a quick release mounting plate too, that I may end up not using, so if You are in the market for one I may be listing it here. What type of boat are You mounting it on? I havent made it to the bow yet
Give me a haller when you decide to sell that bracketQuote:
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Motorguide Xi5 Introduction - YouTube
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Pictures of my install using a MK bracket:::I did not have to modify the MK bracket
Attachment 181059Attachment 181060
Don, do you have issues with the trolling motor sticking out as far as it does? I've seen your picture before and it got me thinking that on some ramps, if I had the xi5 mounted on my boat, it would hit the front roller while launching the boat.Quote:
Originally Posted by Don G
komos,would this help
Genec, did You make that mount? it looks like it not only elevates the mount, but slides forward. I am a bit leary like Cosmos is about ramming into something weather its the roller on My trailer or a dock on a windy day, maybe I just worry too much. One other thing I've noticed is guys are making supports to rest the shaft on when not deployed, I am wondering what is being used? and why there is'nt a aftermarket brace by now.
YES I MADE THE SLIDING MOUNT,I LIKE IT,T KEEPS MOTOR AWAY
I have never had a problem launching or retrieving with the MG where it is mounted.
Gene that looks great
Attachment 181188 When I followed MG's installation instructions the head of the unit hung over the side too far, Attachment 181189 So, I had to remove the bow light fixture to install the Xi5, and will have to cut out some of the non skid stuff, but it should clear the Cumberland T bar and Df. I just hate to drill another hole for the Bowl light. Thanks for the help Don and Gene
Working on it today.
Now I have some tips to give!
Here is a pic of Me following Mg's instructions and keeping the bracket 4" off the point of the bowl, You can see how the TM head sticks out over the side of the boat, in order to change the angle so this didnt happen, I will have to remove the light fixture, and relocate it in one of the old Tm holesAttachment 181209 its either that or have the Tm hang about a foot off the point of the bowl!
I just had to cheat a bit and didn't follow the 4 in off the bow instructions. I didn't want to move my light.
I DID NOT FOLLOW THEIR INSTRUCTION EITHER,I PUT IT WHERE IT FITS ME THE BEST
It's not as easy a job as you might think
Gene, could you give me the dimensions of the base plate that you have madeQuote:
Originally Posted by genec
KOMOS ,WILL GET IT FOR U IN A FEW DAYS,2 DR'S VISIT TODAY. WILL TAKE PIC ALSO.
After fighting the installation, I can see the use of a quick release.
I'd like to see more of that sliding bracket too. I'm tired of mine slamming into docks....especially where chop on the lake will lift boat up and into dock. The boat is made to take some abuse, but I don't think the trolling motor is.
Yep,
1st trip out I learned to start docking on my non favorite side.
GUYS,I WILL BE POSTING FOR KOMOS MORE PIC AND MEASUREMENT IN ABOUT 2 DAYS,HAD DR'S APPOINTMENT TODAY,WILL ALSO SHOW HOW I AM MOUNTING 2D AND DI DUCER ON TM WITHOUT IT TURNING WHEN TM TURNS, AND HOW IT FOLDS DOWN WITH TM WHEN U STORE IT UP WHILE RUNNING BOAT,THAT IS WHY IT WILL TAKE A DAY OR 2 ,THEN I CAN TAKE IT ALL OFF TO TAKE PIC AND MEASUREMENT
Thanks Gene!!Quote:
Originally Posted by genec