*This makes my old motor look like a toy **enjoyable.fishing** recommend it's well built. I haven't had it on the water yet, but I'm very sure it will perform just fine.*
Thank you, after watching a dozen other 'common sense' videos I found this one that actually shows you how to use the best features with the remote. Video very well done.
thank you very much for the simple you tube tutorial. i had my salt water minn kota installed and they were closing when i picked it up so no time for showing me anything. thanks Brent
Great tutorial man! Just bought a boat with the ipilot and didn’t know anything about the unit. Didn’t know it had all of these features until I watched your video!
This video is by far the best I’ve seen on these smart trolling motors - thanks for taking the time to absolutely nail it! And for showing us the best place to keep the remote - I don’t like heavy lumps round your neck on a lanyard so I think I’ll follow your example. I also cannot believe someone is getting preachy on how to pronounce the word sammich!! 😂😂😂 getting one of these, in the UK unfortunately but thanks for the advice
Great video and thanks so much for the information. I just had one of these installed on my boat down in Foley AL. Looking forward to the use and operations.
I have the 112 36v longest model (72)riptide. I just realized there was such thing as lift assist as mine didn’t come with it. Is it easy to install on the shaft? I’m up front of my Maycraft 2550 in choppy conditions 40 degree weather. It gets heavy after doing it multiple times a day looking for tog in nj winters.
How has that MK2 charging system worked out?? Interested because I was told by my dealer here that they could not wire the Minn Kota batteries into my cranking battery circuit. Apparently they have tried this before and over time it burns out the circuit board in the Minn Kota motor. They are qualified marine and auto electricians here in New Zealand, would the Mark2 system you referred to fix this issue?
@@LostAngler Thanks for the reply. I'm query this again on the next service. Makes complete sense to have the motor charge the Minn Kota battery bank as well.
Why do you use MK 2dc alternator to charge trolling Batteries and not conect it to Starter bateries directly making a Batteries bank. What is the difference?
So this boat has a two battery system for the cranking and accessories. This is a separate system all together. We didn't want to run the risk of allowing the trolling motor to run down the cranking and accessories battery as it can be used to crank the outboard as well. So a bit of redundancy for additional safety
@@LostAngler thank you for your answer. When you use MK alternator charger only charge the trolling battery when the starter ones are Full. I have a Robalo R222 EX with Yami 250 offshore 70 amp alternator and Im thinking of adding a trolling motor. What Minn Kota is more reliable Terrova or Ulterra because I don't want to buy Problems in the long run.
Just measured my Mako skiff. I have 19" from mounting surface to the water. So in that case should I go with the 54 or 60? I didn't see what boat you wished you had a 60 on. Thanks
Thank you, I love your video. my questions is it does not seem that my Ipilot 80 will hold a straight line when i go into AP. Any suggestions? Do you have to hit the check mark if you make adjustment when in AP?
When deploying the unit, how do I make sure it's locked in so it will operate correctly? Do I just turn it until it clicks into place? Also, what keeps the TM from moving up and down in the sleeve when you're in really rough waters? Thanks.
It will seat itself when in use but you can turn it manually into position too. Also when that motor is deployed it's moving with the boat and the lower unit is so much heavier than the head unit, it will never lift up like your asking about. Plus when it is in use the pressure from the unit makes it so that you can't move it up without turning it off.
I know everyone says it's no problem to fish by yourself with the remote, but that realistically can't be, you are forever taking a hand away from fishing to make adjustments. The foot pedal appears to be the answer, it's easy and you never have to drop a hand. Both hands fishing, WHILE making adjustments as often as you wish. Why do more people not use it? Extra cost? Unaware? Maybe I'm missing the simplicity of this
@@LostAngler thank you for the reply. I spend a lot of time in weeds, thus the constant adjustments. Cruise control a bit difficult in tight quarters. I get the thought process you describe for open water
@@LostAngler I actually have the Ulterra but the remote looks the same. I thought the up and down arrows were used to trim the motor, but does another button have to be pressed first. I have not found clear instructions for this in the manual or on any video on TH-cam.
That depends on how strong the current or the wind you're fighting is. I have a 20ft bay boat and in the wind and current of the bay, all day and then some. In the gulf I'm happy to get a full day out of them. Next go around I'm going to upgrade to a 60" and a 112# thrust terrova.
@@LostAngler there is a 12volt plug in the inside wall of the boat where you plug a trolling motor in, looks like there use to be a trolling motor of some kind on there before i got it
@@Cdawg1871980 that's your problem. We have never had luck with the Ulterra. I don't even sell them at my store. I hope your problem gets resolved. I would love it if they would work out the kinks on that unit.
Lost Angler it’s not like it was cheap either it was 2200$ hopefully the new power head fixes it ! It looks exactly like the one in the video even the remote is the same
@@Cdawg1871980 I know! It is a very expensive unit! And hopefully fix you have rolling will do the trick. And the unit in the video is the terrova. We have had no problems with those
No I actually prefer the 80#. It does an awesome job and you will be in no danger of running out the batteries in one day with a full charge. But that being said, no one ever said they had too much trolling motor. So if you feel like you want to roll a 112# unit, then go for it. But 80 is more than enough.
Installé sur un zodiac 11.5' il délivre exactement ce que Newport donne comme spécifications Vraiment content du résultat et pas mal plus fort que mon Minn Kota 46lbs
Good afternoon. When turning the engine to the right, it makes much louder noises than when turning it to the left. What can it be? Here on video. th-cam.com/users/shortsqCgITsiLa8g
Yeah this was a customer's boat and I didn't want to risk dropping the remote the day before the delivery. I will be upgrading my own trolling motor this spring and I will do a much better video with multiple camera angles. And I promise to unclip the remote!
The trolling motor was for a customer and not mine so I didn't want to risk losing his remote. And when I fish with mine that's where I put it. I plan on doing another video when I upgrade my trolling motor and it will be easier to see the remote and what to do. I will also include tips to make its usage easier. I hope that answers your question and thank you for the feedback
I'll do another video on the trolling motor soon on my own boat. This was a customer's boat and I didn't want to run the risk of losing his remote. With my luck I'd end up dropping it in the delta
I have the 112 36v longest model (72)riptide. I just realized there was such thing as lift assist as mine didn’t come with it. Is it easy to install on the shaft? I’m up front of my Maycraft 2550 in choppy conditions 40 degree weather. It gets heavy after doing it multiple times a day looking for tog in nj winters.
*This makes my old motor look like a toy **enjoyable.fishing** recommend it's well built. I haven't had it on the water yet, but I'm very sure it will perform just fine.*
Thank you, after watching a dozen other 'common sense' videos I found this one that actually shows you how to use the best features with the remote. Video very well done.
Thank you sir! I am happy we were able to help
Thank you, thank you! Just what I was looking for. Well done!
thank you very much for the simple you tube tutorial. i had my salt water minn kota installed and they were closing when i picked it up so no time for showing me anything.
thanks
Brent
Great tutorial man! Just bought a boat with the ipilot and didn’t know anything about the unit. Didn’t know it had all of these features until I watched your video!
Good deal! I'm very happy that I could help
I literally just did the same thing! no manuals came with it, so I knew I'd have to hit youtube up and find it. this one did the trick!
Thx for great info. New to i-Pilot and Terrova. All hooked up now. Gonna fish all weekend!!!
Good deal! Tear em up!
This video is by far the best I’ve seen on these smart trolling motors - thanks for taking the time to absolutely nail it! And for showing us the best place to keep the remote - I don’t like heavy lumps round your neck on a lanyard so I think I’ll follow your example. I also cannot believe someone is getting preachy on how to pronounce the word sammich!! 😂😂😂 getting one of these, in the UK unfortunately but thanks for the advice
Perfect instructional video! I bought this exact trolling motor, which was just installed yesterday...along with a 10ft PowerPole. Much appreciated.
Great video and thanks so much for the information. I just had one of these installed on my boat down in Foley AL. Looking forward to the use and operations.
Great description of features, Thanks
Just bought a G3 with this same motor thx for the totural this will get us started. 👍fishing dauphin island al. 🏝
Good information but probably would have been more helpful if you unclipped the remote from your hip and showed a close up.
True story! Luckily there is a quick start reference guide that come with the unit. But there is certainly room for improvement in future videos!
@@LostAngler there might be a quick start guide if I'm buying new but not likely if I'm buying used.
A nice little tutorial to get me started - thanks!
I have the 112 36v longest model (72)riptide. I just realized there was such thing as lift assist as mine didn’t come with it. Is it easy to install on the shaft? I’m up front of my Maycraft 2550 in choppy conditions 40 degree weather. It gets heavy after doing it multiple times a day looking for tog in nj winters.
? do i have to Calibrate the motor every time i fish or will it remember the Bluetooth settings every time
Got mine mounted today, can't wait to try it out!
Congratulations!
How has that MK2 charging system worked out?? Interested because I was told by my dealer here that they could not wire the Minn Kota batteries into my cranking battery circuit. Apparently they have tried this before and over time it burns out the circuit board in the Minn Kota motor. They are qualified marine and auto electricians here in New Zealand, would the Mark2 system you referred to fix this issue?
I have always used the minnkota chargers for cranking and accessories batteries without any issues
@@LostAngler Thanks for the reply. I'm query this again on the next service. Makes complete sense to have the motor charge the Minn Kota battery bank as well.
Great video-tremendous information. Minn Kota riptide terrova ipilot & bluetooth vs non bluetooth what is the difference other than price. Thanks.
got heaps of tips for my minnkota riptide, freshly hit in the water tomorrow, yeewww
Thank you I bought a boat with one of these and couldn't figure out how to deploy it
Unfortunately. I have a split high rails. 18’ BW 170 Montauk is there anyway to mount it without cutting into rails?
Why do you use MK 2dc alternator to charge trolling Batteries and not conect it to Starter bateries directly making a Batteries bank. What is the difference?
So this boat has a two battery system for the cranking and accessories. This is a separate system all together. We didn't want to run the risk of allowing the trolling motor to run down the cranking and accessories battery as it can be used to crank the outboard as well. So a bit of redundancy for additional safety
@@LostAngler thank you for your answer. When you use MK alternator charger only charge the trolling battery when the starter ones are Full. I have a Robalo R222 EX with Yami 250 offshore 70 amp alternator and Im thinking of adding a trolling motor. What Minn Kota is more reliable Terrova or Ulterra because I don't want to buy Problems in the long run.
@@PetClipdog terrova 100%
@@LostAngler thanks for your help, I appreciate it a lot. Did you conecte MK 3DC to the cranking batteries?
@@PetClipdog yes sir. So as soon as the outboard has charged the cranking battery it moves to the trolling motor batteries
Will this trolling motor fit on a 19’ Express H190 Bay?
I don't see why not
I have a mako pro skiff 17 and use it in the intercoastal and marsh. I run out to the jetties on calm days. Would a 56" or a 60" work the best? Thanks
I have a 54 on my boat but I with it was 60 for wave action
@@LostAngler thanks
Just measured my Mako skiff. I have 19" from mounting surface to the water. So in that case should I go with the 54 or 60? I didn't see what boat you wished you had a 60 on. Thanks
Do you have to sync it in by driving the boat in circles on this trolling motor?
No sir, in the quick start guide it walks you through the process
@@LostAngler ok, mine seems to not wanting to stay in a spot. It likes to move a lot when its calm out or very little wind. Is that normal.
@@fishman8662 that is a bit odd. Might want to calibrate the GPS. That's where you go in circles and what have you.
@@LostAngler Thats what i thought,, but I don't have that on my hand held controller. So I'm confused on why it does this.
@@LostAngler Might have to give the company a call. 🤷♂️
Cool man bun. Is it real or a tack on?
Tack on
HOW DO YOU MAKE IT GO IN REVERSE IN CASE YOU NEED TO AVOID HITTING SOMETHING?????
I struggle with the jog and the bearing/heading autopilot. Is it boat specific or respect to TM?
Trolling motor
Thank you, I love your video. my questions is it does not seem that my Ipilot 80 will hold a straight line when i go into AP. Any suggestions?
Do you have to hit the check mark if you make adjustment when in AP?
No but you will likely need to calibrate your trolling motor
@@LostAngler I did any other suggestions
@@judithrobin0604 I'm afraid you need to get in touch with your dealer
@@LostAngler thank you!!!
When deploying the unit, how do I make sure it's locked in so it will operate correctly? Do I just turn it until it clicks into place? Also, what keeps the TM from moving up and down in the sleeve when you're in really rough waters? Thanks.
It will seat itself when in use but you can turn it manually into position too. Also when that motor is deployed it's moving with the boat and the lower unit is so much heavier than the head unit, it will never lift up like your asking about. Plus when it is in use the pressure from the unit makes it so that you can't move it up without turning it off.
Great overview. Thanks!
I know everyone says it's no problem to fish by yourself with the remote, but that realistically can't be, you are forever taking a hand away from fishing to make adjustments. The foot pedal appears to be the answer, it's easy and you never have to drop a hand. Both hands fishing, WHILE making adjustments as often as you wish. Why do more people not use it? Extra cost? Unaware? Maybe I'm missing the simplicity of this
So it's all about learning to use your heading button and cruise control. Once you have those down is smooth sailing
@@LostAngler thank you for the reply. I spend a lot of time in weeds, thus the constant adjustments. Cruise control a bit difficult in tight quarters. I get the thought process you describe for open water
what model would you recommend for a tracker 175?
I would look at a terrova and an 80 pound thrust would be more than enough and it will have enough juice for an entire weekend!
What is the procedure to trim the motor up and down?
Just loosen the harness on the shaft and move it to where you want your motor to be
@@LostAngler I actually have the Ulterra but the remote looks the same. I thought the up and down arrows were used to trim the motor, but does another button have to be pressed first. I have not found
clear instructions for this in the manual or on any video on TH-cam.
how long does the battery last when in anchor point
That depends on how strong the current or the wind you're fighting is. I have a 20ft bay boat and in the wind and current of the bay, all day and then some. In the gulf I'm happy to get a full day out of them. Next go around I'm going to upgrade to a 60" and a 112# thrust terrova.
On this boat you on would a 72” be better for rigg fishing?
It depends on where you're fishing and if wave action is a concern
What would be too much wave action for the 60”
?????
how much to install this on a 1750 wahoo trihull?
It depends. Is the trolling motor wiring already done?
@@LostAngler there is a 12volt plug in the inside wall of the boat where you plug a trolling motor in, looks like there use to be a trolling motor of some kind on there before i got it
@@rgirl47 where are you located?
@@LostAngler mobile
@@rgirl47 if you can bring the boat by Delta Marine and Outfitters I'll be happy to get you an estimate
My motor never goes in a straight “N” mode !! Today I just had the power head switched out hopefully it helps
which Minn Kota do you have?
Lost Angler I have 2018 riptide Ulterra 80
@@Cdawg1871980 that's your problem. We have never had luck with the Ulterra. I don't even sell them at my store. I hope your problem gets resolved. I would love it if they would work out the kinks on that unit.
Lost Angler it’s not like it was cheap either it was 2200$ hopefully the new power head fixes it ! It looks exactly like the one in the video even the remote is the same
@@Cdawg1871980 I know! It is a very expensive unit! And hopefully fix you have rolling will do the trick. And the unit in the video is the terrova. We have had no problems with those
Will this trolling motor on a robalo r200 with a 72 inch shaft
For sure but 112# is better
Excellent training video
Why do you need mk 2dc alternator charger. Why don't you make a battery Bank?
good job explaining the basics :)
Your 5 years older,but thanks for the easiest to understand video
Can u use that in fresh water
Yes
How well does that 80lb hold the 226 in heavy current? Would u suggest a 112 if I was planning to fish all day using the troll motor on one charge?
No I actually prefer the 80#. It does an awesome job and you will be in no danger of running out the batteries in one day with a full charge. But that being said, no one ever said they had too much trolling motor. So if you feel like you want to roll a 112# unit, then go for it. But 80 is more than enough.
Great video, thank you!
Installé sur un zodiac 11.5' il délivre exactement ce que Newport donne comme spécifications Vraiment content du résultat et pas mal plus fort que mon Minn Kota 46lbs
Thanks good help
2:57 did he say meow?! Lol
54, 60 or 72" shaft? Which one is this?
This is a 60
great video. Thanks
Would have been nice if you could have gotten the video in focus.
Good afternoon. When turning the engine to the right, it makes much louder noises than when turning it to the left. What can it be? Here on video. th-cam.com/users/shortsqCgITsiLa8g
Please un-clip the remote from your hip and show the camera next time. Good video though. God bless..
I guess that I pilot does not come off the hip,kind of aggravating to watch
Yeah this was a customer's boat and I didn't want to risk dropping the remote the day before the delivery. I will be upgrading my own trolling motor this spring and I will do a much better video with multiple camera angles. And I promise to unclip the remote!
I know. Can’t see shit on the remote.
Samich ? It's pronounced sandwich.
Depends on who you ask. And where they're from. But that is the correct spelling
Why do you have the remote on your back belt loop 🤔can't teach common sense nice product anyway
The trolling motor was for a customer and not mine so I didn't want to risk losing his remote. And when I fish with mine that's where I put it. I plan on doing another video when I upgrade my trolling motor and it will be easier to see the remote and what to do. I will also include tips to make its usage easier. I hope that answers your question and thank you for the feedback
Just remove that stupid controller from your shorts and show it to the camera
I'll do another video on the trolling motor soon on my own boat. This was a customer's boat and I didn't want to run the risk of losing his remote. With my luck I'd end up dropping it in the delta
I have the 112 36v longest model (72)riptide. I just realized there was such thing as lift assist as mine didn’t come with it. Is it easy to install on the shaft? I’m up front of my Maycraft 2550 in choppy conditions 40 degree weather. It gets heavy after doing it multiple times a day looking for tog in nj winters.