Just changed mine out. It was a snap! Thanks for the great video. For anyone about to do this I DID NOT need a heat gun. Impact drill with a new bit no problem. Maybe I got lucky.
You have to wonder at only 18 months of moderate to heavy use those bushings fail?!?! That probably shouldnt happen to a 3,000+ trolling motor!! Anywho great videos as usuall!! Cant wait for your take on the vexus!
Ken Good point on catching up on Trolling motor maintenence after last tourney. My ultrex issue : On manual control my motor automatically turns on andI would have to touch the foot pad to stop it. Now its running contineuous on manual mode. Understand a simple fix in the foot control to repair. Thanks again.
Ken, I love these tips and information videos you do. So I checked my brackets and all seems well. However, my Ultrx shaft from the head down through the units bracket seems loose, just not as firm as I think it should be. Do you think you could add a part 2+ on this part of the Ultrex?
Ken I've only had my ultrex for a few months and it has started that popping and creaking crap already!!!! They mentioned in the install instructions to if possible use the outer mount holes on the base but my aluminum express already had those rivet nuts set
@@KenSmithFishing That really sucks,yours 18mos old ? Mine is ayear and has been in the shop for 3 different problems,at least they were under warranty,poor product quality,have had many trolling motors that were many years old with only a cable break They seem to be using the cheapest materials available and charging outrageous prices for a bunch of crap. Thanks for the reply,really enjoy your videos from all the way in Fla. !!!
Unrelated. But are you doing a VX20/VX21? Curious how it adds up. I heard the rough water ride is unbelievable. Ranger slow so not a 75mph rig but who cares. Lol
One word of warning if you pull the trolling motor out of the bracket, make sure to remove the hydraulic assist first. That bracket can break an arm if it gets released with a body part in the way. Best idea is to pay someone that knows what they are doing. It's less expensive than a ER visit.
@@KenSmithFishing Yes the extension absorbs the impacting and twists reducing torque at the bit or socket . A poor quality bit or socket will do the same.
Good Stuff. Thanks Ken and Jones Troll Motor.
This is very good information. Thanks for all your videos.
Just changed mine out. It was a snap! Thanks for the great video. For anyone about to do this I DID NOT need a heat gun. Impact drill with a new bit no problem. Maybe I got lucky.
What size torx bit
You have to wonder at only 18 months of moderate to heavy use those bushings fail?!?! That probably shouldnt happen to a 3,000+ trolling motor!! Anywho great videos as usuall!! Cant wait for your take on the vexus!
Ken
Good point on catching up on Trolling motor maintenence after last tourney.
My ultrex issue :
On manual control my motor automatically turns on andI would have to touch the foot pad to stop it. Now its running contineuous on manual mode. Understand a simple fix in the foot control to repair.
Thanks again.
Thank you for making these informative videos. Keep up the good work. Blessings to you and yours.
Same to you Kelly
Nice to be young and knowledged!
I’m ready to see that livescope install.
It there any thing that Can be repaired on the top side to tighten thigs up?
Ken, I love these tips and information videos you do. So I checked my brackets and all seems well. However, my Ultrx shaft from the head down through the units bracket seems loose, just not as firm as I think it should be. Do you think you could add a part 2+ on this part of the Ultrex?
Alan email me and explain more and I’ll find out kensmithfishing@outlook.com
Ken I've only had my ultrex for a few months and it has started that popping and creaking crap already!!!!
They mentioned in the install instructions to if possible use the outer mount holes on the base but my aluminum express already had those rivet nuts set
Brian I suspect it's the bracket, not how it's mounted, mine is noisy as well
Very helpful video!
What size torx bit is needed
Tyler I'm sorry but I don't remember,
The ultrex has a 3 yr. warranty. Was this repair covered or not ??
Michael, my understanding is it’s considered normal wear and therefore generally not covered.
@@KenSmithFishing That really sucks,yours 18mos old ? Mine is ayear and has been in the shop for 3 different problems,at least they were under warranty,poor product quality,have had many trolling motors that were many years old with only a cable break They seem to be using the cheapest materials available and charging outrageous prices for a bunch of crap. Thanks for the reply,really enjoy your videos from all the way in Fla. !!!
Mine was warranty. 18 mos. of use. I fish alot.
Unrelated. But are you doing a VX20/VX21? Curious how it adds up. I heard the rough water ride is unbelievable. Ranger slow so not a 75mph rig but who cares. Lol
Did you greese the pivots? Cuz mine are greased 🤣 I got about 18 months on mine too and going to replace then today
Can't you spray them with something before they ware theirself out.
Just did mine it was a simple fix.
How long before you could walk without pain?
@@KenSmithFishing sorry not sure what you’re referring too about how long before I could walk.
One word of warning if you pull the trolling motor out of the bracket, make sure to remove the hydraulic assist first. That bracket can break an arm if it gets released with a body part in the way. Best idea is to pay someone that knows what they are doing. It's less expensive than a ER visit.
Just an experienced helpful hint. Get rid of the extension on the impact driver. You are losing a ton of torque
Really?
@@KenSmithFishing Yes the extension absorbs the impacting and twists reducing torque at the bit or socket . A poor quality bit or socket will do the same.
Are thier bushings on the top side of the motor? (Below the head on the other pivot point on the bracket) ?