Great video! I was wondering how your ESC is holding up? I have run the HOBBYWING QUICRUN 880 ESC, and cook two of them. Would you still recommend the Radiolink CL9030 90A ? Thanks
CL9030 has been working out pretty great so far. I have only burned out 1 of them, and that was when I hooked up the battery backwards. I would still recommend it.
Hey this is sensational! I’ve got the same remote setup on a Minn Kota. Question, the servo steering always returns to centre. Is their some way that the steering can be latching? Like you click right once, the motor rotates to a certain angle and stays at a fixed value. Click again and it rotates to another value. Like setting the cruise function for forward/ reverse. Every touch of the toggle increases the speed. Do you know what I mean? I stand and fish a lot in my kayak, I currently have a manual method of turning the motor and naturally it stays at the steering angle I turned it to, rather than returning to centre when the toggle is released like your setup in this video.
If you are using a minnkota, then you should be able to rig a power drive gear box to it for electric steering. Then all you would need is another esc to control the tiny brushed motor in the gearbox, and you could use remote steering from the same one handed controller.
@@OutdoorEngineering a quick question, when you set cruise control, will that also allow the steering to be turned left or right in certain increments without the motor self centring?
Why are you using black wire of the trolling motor instead of the blue one? I have the t24 watersnake trolling motor and the blue wire is for the maximum speed. Great job and idea. Personally I am looking for autoboat product for anchoring my kayak with GPS but i will choose to reduce electric parts on the sea
When I unplugged it from the switch, the blue one was on the "low" side. Plus I was getting the same speed when I had the black wire connected to a PWM as I did when it was stock. I will check it out with the blue wire and see if there is a difference. One of the projects I am working on right is actually an upgraded version of this, with GPS, that goes through the pedal slot on my Recon 120.
This ESC doesn't need to be programmed. Just put the jumpers in the correct spot (it's in the user manual), and yes, it can be used with lithium batteries. I'm using a 3S li-ion in this video, but it can work with a lifepo4 battery as well
Hey are you having any problems with the motor dropping down to half power? I've got the exact same set up I've also installed a fan and after maybe 20 seconds of use it drops down to 7-10 amps instead of 20 amps I've calibrated the ESC and I'm using a lithium battery with the ESC set to it
It can be done that way. Set the motor control to "high" and "forward", and then connect the battery cables to the ESC. And then for steering, you need a way to disconnect the steering gears. It would be easier to do if you used a type of steering linkage in place of the gears.
Does the hobie mirage use the same insert as the pelican hydrive? If so, then I already have a bracket designed for a fixed motor, and I can make a few small changes to the design to make it use the gearing and whatnot.
@JohnDoe-xf8nr I designed my motor pod for pelican/vibe/hobie back when I had my HD2, but if you give me a couple days, I can make the design changes needed to accommodate the steering. I'll upload the .stl files to thingiverse, so all you'd need to do is print them.
I am so glad I came across your channel, I've already got my mate printing your design! I plan on using a water snake 34lb do you think they have the same diameter shaft?
The ESC has 4 pins on it that have jumpers that you plug in depending on what configuration you want to run. I can't remember all of the settings off the top of my head, but there's a little book that comes with the esc that explains how to configure it.
Everything I used in the video is available on Amazon except for the 3d printed parts. I am in the process of redesigning the steering bracket and gears right now because these ones were skipping a bit if I tried to make sudden turns at full throttle. After I finish the redesign and testing, I'll upload the files for free to thingiverse for anyone who wants to download and print them.
Really nice video! Thank you for sharing. I have a similar setup on my boat but i am using it with a GPS/compass module to make it work like a spot lock/anchor. I have uploaded a shorts video in my channel if you are interested.
Good Vid! Thanks! I'm doing something similar with the hobbywing 880 esc. I'm using a conventional deep cycle lead acid battery and I think it might be an issue (voltage drop cutoff) Motor shuts down after a few seconds with any load. Your esc looks like a better fit as it mentions using lead acid batteries and the 880 doesn't. Also yours doesn't need a separate programmer AND it's $8 bucks cheaper! Now I've got another esc.😄 Ever run into any problems with yours? Any thoughts on my shut down problem? What type of battery are you using? Thanks! and again thanks for the vid!
I'm running an 11.1V 3S li-ion battery that I built. It's a little slow, only gets my Recon 120 moving 2.5mph at full speed, so it's definitely more of a trolling motor than a cruising motor. I personally don't like the weight of a lead acid battery. Lithium is lighter and doesn't have the voltage drop off that lead does, and you can get a 50ah lithium battery for less than $200 these days. That is pretty much maxing out this little motor tho. Any higher voltage than a 12v lifepo4 (it's 14.2V fully charged) can burn out the motor.
They make a thing, I think it's called Trailer Buddy or something like that, and it is remote control. It's like a little tank looking thing that has a tow ball on the top and allows you to move your trailer around without a truck. But a small one for a kayak trailer would be neat.
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Do you have any Instagram or Facebook page? I've printed your design and made my own RC Watersnake I'll also make a video once I get around to editing 😂
I have an IG that I haven't used in forever, but I post stuff in a couple Kayak DIY pages from time to time. Let me know how your RC watersnake goes. I'm curious if there's any changes I need to make to the design.
You are not the hero we deserve, but the hero we need. Such a great idea and great execution! I'll be ordering parts to update my rig.
Nice! Let us know know how it goes. Feedback on whether or my instructions are clear enough would be incredibly helpful.
Great video! I was wondering how your ESC is holding up? I have run the HOBBYWING QUICRUN 880 ESC, and cook two of them. Would you still recommend the Radiolink CL9030 90A ? Thanks
CL9030 has been working out pretty great so far. I have only burned out 1 of them, and that was when I hooked up the battery backwards. I would still recommend it.
Great work. So rad!
Hey this is sensational! I’ve got the same remote setup on a Minn Kota. Question, the servo steering always returns to centre. Is their some way that the steering can be latching? Like you click right once, the motor rotates to a certain angle and stays at a fixed value. Click again and it rotates to another value. Like setting the cruise function for forward/ reverse. Every touch of the toggle increases the speed. Do you know what I mean?
I stand and fish a lot in my kayak, I currently have a manual method of turning the motor and naturally it stays at the steering angle I turned it to, rather than returning to centre when the toggle is released like your setup in this video.
If you are using a minnkota, then you should be able to rig a power drive gear box to it for electric steering. Then all you would need is another esc to control the tiny brushed motor in the gearbox, and you could use remote steering from the same one handed controller.
@@OutdoorEngineering sadly they are around $400 Australian to buy don’t worry I’ve considered it. Nice build mate 👌🏻
A company called Lakeside Marine has em for $120 US. Part number 2771836A. Might see if they ship to Australia.
@@OutdoorEngineering thanks mate I’ll check it out!
@@OutdoorEngineering a quick question, when you set cruise control, will that also allow the steering to be turned left or right in certain increments without the motor self centring?
Hi mate very nice work,,,,,,where can i buy the servo box and the sprockets or cogs from,,,,,can i buy from you
Why are you using black wire of the trolling motor instead of the blue one? I have the t24 watersnake trolling motor and the blue wire is for the maximum speed. Great job and idea. Personally I am looking for autoboat product for anchoring my kayak with GPS but i will choose to reduce electric parts on the sea
When I unplugged it from the switch, the blue one was on the "low" side. Plus I was getting the same speed when I had the black wire connected to a PWM as I did when it was stock. I will check it out with the blue wire and see if there is a difference.
One of the projects I am working on right is actually an upgraded version of this, with GPS, that goes through the pedal slot on my Recon 120.
Hi. Do you have to do any programming on the ESC and can it be used with a lithium battery? Thanks
This ESC doesn't need to be programmed. Just put the jumpers in the correct spot (it's in the user manual), and yes, it can be used with lithium batteries. I'm using a 3S li-ion in this video, but it can work with a lifepo4 battery as well
Hey are you having any problems with the motor dropping down to half power?
I've got the exact same set up I've also installed a fan and after maybe 20 seconds of use it drops down to 7-10 amps instead of 20 amps
I've calibrated the ESC and I'm using a lithium battery with the ESC set to it
I am not. But I usually don't run at full throttle because it uses considerably more power for very little extra speed.
Can u make, this thruster can be use both function, manual control (as it was before modi) and remote control
It can be done that way. Set the motor control to "high" and "forward", and then connect the battery cables to the ESC. And then for steering, you need a way to disconnect the steering gears. It would be easier to do if you used a type of steering linkage in place of the gears.
Think you could make one that would mount on a hobie mirage cassette that would be great
Does the hobie mirage use the same insert as the pelican hydrive? If so, then I already have a bracket designed for a fixed motor, and I can make a few small changes to the design to make it use the gearing and whatnot.
@@OutdoorEngineering yes I actually own the pelican hd2 I’d definitely be interested in a kit like this
@JohnDoe-xf8nr I designed my motor pod for pelican/vibe/hobie back when I had my HD2, but if you give me a couple days, I can make the design changes needed to accommodate the steering. I'll upload the .stl files to thingiverse, so all you'd need to do is print them.
Congratulations on the project, it will help me a lot. How many mm is your shaft? Mine is 25mm. Will this file from thingiverse work?
I believe it is 25mm.
I am so glad I came across your channel, I've already got my mate printing your design! I plan on using a water snake 34lb do you think they have the same diameter shaft?
I do not believe they have the same size shaft. I think the 34lb is the "standard" size, same as minnkota.
Are you going to post some more videos on the set up?
I can. I am working on a system that drops into the pedal slot on my Recon 120. I'm using the same motor, but I'm adding a gps controller.
What material is used for gear? PLA, TPU, ASA/ABS?
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Can u make a diagram or video on wire connection, it would be great for beginners like me, im hoping u accept my humble request senpai🙏🙇
Will this esc work with a lead acid battery
Yes
@OutdoorEngineering thank you, will I have to change any settings on the esc ?
The ESC has 4 pins on it that have jumpers that you plug in depending on what configuration you want to run. I can't remember all of the settings off the top of my head, but there's a little book that comes with the esc that explains how to configure it.
Hey man, where can I get that gear setup or would you consider making one I could buy from you?
Everything I used in the video is available on Amazon except for the 3d printed parts. I am in the process of redesigning the steering bracket and gears right now because these ones were skipping a bit if I tried to make sudden turns at full throttle. After I finish the redesign and testing, I'll upload the files for free to thingiverse for anyone who wants to download and print them.
Does it have reverse?
It does have reverse, but it might skip teeth on the gears if you try turning at full throttle while in reverse
Thanks man, I'm starting the build this week
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Really nice video! Thank you for sharing. I have a similar setup on my boat but i am using it with a GPS/compass module to make it work like a spot lock/anchor. I have uploaded a shorts video in my channel if you are interested.
Good Vid! Thanks! I'm doing something similar with the hobbywing 880 esc. I'm using a conventional deep cycle lead acid battery and I think it might be an issue (voltage drop cutoff) Motor shuts down after a few seconds with any load. Your esc looks like a better fit as it mentions using lead acid batteries and the 880 doesn't. Also yours doesn't need a separate programmer AND it's $8 bucks cheaper! Now I've got another esc.😄
Ever run into any problems with yours? Any thoughts on my shut down problem? What type of battery are you using?
Thanks! and again thanks for the vid!
I'm running an 11.1V 3S li-ion battery that I built. It's a little slow, only gets my Recon 120 moving 2.5mph at full speed, so it's definitely more of a trolling motor than a cruising motor. I personally don't like the weight of a lead acid battery. Lithium is lighter and doesn't have the voltage drop off that lead does, and you can get a 50ah lithium battery for less than $200 these days. That is pretty much maxing out this little motor tho. Any higher voltage than a 12v lifepo4 (it's 14.2V fully charged) can burn out the motor.
Okay so a RC trailer for it next? Don’t even need the car..
They make a thing, I think it's called Trailer Buddy or something like that, and it is remote control. It's like a little tank looking thing that has a tow ball on the top and allows you to move your trailer around without a truck. But a small one for a kayak trailer would be neat.
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Do you have any Instagram or Facebook page? I've printed your design and made my own RC Watersnake I'll also make a video once I get around to editing 😂
I have an IG that I haven't used in forever, but I post stuff in a couple Kayak DIY pages from time to time. Let me know how your RC watersnake goes. I'm curious if there's any changes I need to make to the design.