Canoe Trolling Motor Mount

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3 жыл бұрын

After the tiresome upstream canoe trips with our aircraft carrier of a canoe, I decided to buy a trolling motor and build a mount to attach it to our canoe. This isn't intended to be the only source of forward motion for our trips, just help counteract the current for us.
I went with the Minn Kota Endura C2 motor. 30" shaft and 30 pound thrust.
www.cabelas.com/shop/en/Minn-...
The 12volt battery is a Marine Battery from Advance Auto Parts.
shop.advanceautoparts.com/p/a...
In this video, I show you the up close dimensions of the side mount for my canoe. The measurements should be similar for your canoe with some adjustments as necessary.
I've used this setup on one river trip and the battery lasted the 3 hours of run time on Speed Setting 4. Didn't show any signs of slowing.

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@CelticTartarian 20 күн бұрын

Thanks man , worked out well . Love the no drill design.

@xrtgameryt8008 10 ай бұрын

Incredible value, stable hull design and comfortable cockpit with plenty of storage!

@soniamitra8059 2 жыл бұрын

*Great little trolling motor **enjoyable.fishing** recommend had it hooked up to my 15 foot old town canoe and it pushed it pretty good with me and my son (220 pounds each).*

@ProjectNineOaks 2 жыл бұрын

Good to hear! We like it as well. Works great for our purposes.

@bradlafferty Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the example! And that’s surely a happy dog!

@ProjectNineOaks Жыл бұрын

Thanks! Glad I could help. Blackbeard is definitely a happy dog.

@nelsonwalker7105 3 жыл бұрын

i never thought about making a transom like that. Thanks for this video! I'm making one of these when I buy a canoe.

@ProjectNineOaks 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching! Good luck on your project.

@kirkmessinger3464 Ай бұрын

Just a small suggestion: why not use carriage bolts instead of hex head and install them upward from the clamp through the transom thwart, thereby allowing you to just screw the spinner nuts on from the top, saving fumbling around under the assembly. Just my lazy man's approach.

@BenLandersMedia 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome man - I'm trying to do something similar for some family canoe rides, great mount setup - thanks for sharing

@ProjectNineOaks 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching! Good luck on your project. This motor opens up more places available to travel in a canoe.

@banishedfromars 7 ай бұрын

Thank you, I have a heavy 16ft. Canoe also, that I will put a motor on now that I see I can .

@ProjectNineOaks 7 ай бұрын

Glad I could help out. This little trolling motor has opened up more places for my family to go!

@kirbycollins3223 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you For this Video! Sent a Trolling Motor, 4 Maple Planks & 8 4" Bolts washers & Wingnuts to my Nephew in the Philippines!👍🥳🤝

@ProjectNineOaks 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome! I hope it works out well for him! Thank you for watching.

@lootboxasa 3 жыл бұрын

This was very helpful. Thank you very much!

@ProjectNineOaks 3 жыл бұрын

I'm glad I could help you out. Good luck on your project! Thanks for watching.

@BrianOgilvie79 3 ай бұрын

@3:42 GOT DEEZNUTS RIGHT HERE😂😂😂😂😂

@corycreevy3579 Жыл бұрын

Great idea! I think I will try this but also incorporate some kind of a backrest into it.

@ProjectNineOaks Жыл бұрын

That would be a great idea! I hope it turns out well.

@downeastprimitiveskills7688 3 жыл бұрын

Nice you don't have to drill holes in the hull on the mount. Not that I am apposed but it just simpler. Looks nice.

@brentt7883 11 ай бұрын

Great job

@ProjectNineOaks 11 ай бұрын

Thank you! This setup is still going strong! We use it every few months.

@bluebirdhomestead 2 жыл бұрын

Nice! That looks like it would be really useful!

@ProjectNineOaks 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for commenting. It's still going strong! It has really opened up the places we can go now with being able to travel upstream in our rivers.

@bluebirdhomestead 2 жыл бұрын

@@ProjectNineOaks That’s awesome! 😊

@MEDITATION-SOULMEDS Жыл бұрын

Good job buddy 💪🏽

@ProjectNineOaks Жыл бұрын

Thank you. I appreciate it!

@bennyblanko3 2 жыл бұрын

I have that same canoe and both electric and outboard motors. I made a wood mounting bracket too, but don't use it anymore, and just attach the electric motor straight to the gunnel. Don't over tighten it and pay attention if the motor starts slipping. Yeah, not super stiff, a little flexy, but super simple, and I haven't had any problems yet. I use the motor bracket for the outboard though, as it has quite a bit more push ... kinda sketchy in fact, but haven't flipped yet.

@ProjectNineOaks 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the tips and for watching the video! This is still working well for us but I could see where more power may put too much stress on the wood bracket.

@acco244 2 жыл бұрын

ive done the same installation then your's and its hard to steer; maybe with a rudder! :) TX for the video my friend! :)

@ProjectNineOaks 2 жыл бұрын

Interesting. Maybe the depth in teh water has something to do with it. Thanks for watching!

@landofthefree1804 2 жыл бұрын

Cool 😎 set up thank you

@ProjectNineOaks 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching!

@everetthobbies2062 3 жыл бұрын

Thank u 🙏

@ProjectNineOaks 3 жыл бұрын

You're welcome!

@UcranianoUKR 3 жыл бұрын

You could use carriage bolts for the mount, without the need of the wrench. Also bolting down terminals to the battery can be a hazard in a light boat as it could sink it in case of capsize, consider using alligator clips instead

@duck-tape 2 жыл бұрын

Actually there are things called speed clips for batteries, they are designed for boats and Rvs

@rfdeguate 2 күн бұрын

Nice work men, Do I need to register a canoe with a motor like that?

@itfzoran 3 жыл бұрын

Thank!

@Biggrizz777 Ай бұрын

Awsome thank you

@ProjectNineOaks Ай бұрын

no problem! Thank you for watching!

@67HARLEY1 Жыл бұрын

Good job that's just what I was looking for I want something to take me upstream so I don't have to paddle too much. Thank you

@ProjectNineOaks Жыл бұрын

Glad I could help out! This setup is still working great for us.

@poseycolorado1922 3 жыл бұрын

Dude, I thought I was listening to comic Nate Bergatze!!

@robertotiraboschi1960 2 жыл бұрын

muy buenooo te lo voy a copiar 👍👍👍👍👍

@jpowell9653 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing man!!! I have similar canoe do you think higher power would work ? I want to go as fast as possible that’s is of course practical for a canoe

@ProjectNineOaks 2 жыл бұрын

I think more power would work fine. The 30lb thrust motor is ok but maybe a larger one would go a little faster? I'm looking at getting a different propeller to try to get another 1mph out of this motor. Even with a larger trolling motor, I think it'll be hard to get over 7 or 8 mph.

@rhtufts 3 жыл бұрын

Looks great love it. One question for you, how much is the trolling motor in your way when/if you need to paddle on the left side of canoe?

@ProjectNineOaks 3 жыл бұрын

It does get in the way on the left side a little. I try to turn the motor some to eliminate having to paddle on the left. If I do have to paddle on the left, it's about a 2/3 stroke.

@jordanlockett8010 7 ай бұрын

You can make a transom for the back and not worry about it

@hahaclintondix6099 2 жыл бұрын

Appreciate the video man. I have the same canoe. A lot of videos on here don’t share their measurements. Glad you went into that much details. I have a quick question.. my motor works fine straight, but when I turn, the canoe starts spinning. Any ideas?

@hahaclintondix6099 2 жыл бұрын

By the way, I have it mounted more towards the front

@ProjectNineOaks 2 жыл бұрын

@@hahaclintondix6099 I think mounting more towards the front, the motor will want to push the canoe sideways and the canoe will skid across the water. Try keeping the motor straight and using your paddle as a rudder. Hope that helps!

@rlta04 2 жыл бұрын

There are alot of diy ideas on you tube in how to build your own canoe trolling motor mount, which seem decent and simple enough, but I was wondering is there a specific reason as to why they are all made to mount off the side of the canoe rather than straight out the back of the canoe? Just easier to build or something to do with performance or something? Thanks

@ProjectNineOaks 2 жыл бұрын

My canoe comes to a point so the distance that would make the trolling motor from the rear passenger is too far for comfort. Off the side is comfortable and it doesn't turn the canoe too much.

@francescozannini2581 2 жыл бұрын

Nice work, about to do the same for my family canoe (same boat in every bit but different brand btw) I am using a tiny 18lb which I already had... Still sort of does the job but the good thing is I can get away with a small battery. just 2 things I would suggest... if you didnt do it already get an anderson type connector for your battery and perhaps the arm of that mount is kinda fewe inches to long? and from some tries I have done seems like few inch make a difference in the thrust you lose because of the angle between thrust and motion vectors.. Cheers from Italy )

@ProjectNineOaks 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! I appreciate the suggestions. I have changed the battery connections since I have a battery box now. I made another video about it as well.

@DpuckFishingandOutdoors 2 жыл бұрын

My father and I did something very similar to this for our canoe for some fishing in Maine. It was crazy unstable.😋😋 We almost went over on some hooksets.

@ProjectNineOaks 2 жыл бұрын

Oh no! So far so good here. Does take some getting used to but works great for our application.

@michaelthearchangel4646 2 жыл бұрын

Build an outrigger

@Indraveer1357 3 жыл бұрын

Do you have to paddle on the right to keep the boat going straight? I would think this set up will turn the boat to the right.

@ProjectNineOaks 3 жыл бұрын

You do not have to. The motor moves left and right so you can turn it slightly and it will track straight. In some cases, I set it straight and also paddle on the right just to give it some extra push forward.

@tombeckett4340 3 жыл бұрын

🇨🇦👍

@shawnwarren7131 3 жыл бұрын

Just curious if you the transom mount for the motor would have just clamped to the side of the canoe as the clamp looks plenty large. And since its a trolling motor they can spin 360 i believe so having it mounted out wouldnt have mattered? only thing would be tipping it might be an issue?

@shawnwarren7131 3 жыл бұрын

Im actually in the process of setting something up like this thats why i ask lol

@ProjectNineOaks 3 жыл бұрын

I do think tipping it would be an issue if attached to the canoe itself. It has to tilt to allow for put in and take out of the canoe. Also, using the transom allows the motor to be a little outside of the canoe edge and makes for a comfortable setup.

@petitroque1499 2 жыл бұрын

how long can the motor function on the battery? I'm wondering what the autonomy would be...

@ProjectNineOaks 2 жыл бұрын

I haven't fully tested yet but I've gone on several 3.5 to 4 hour trips and the speed setting was on 4 most of the time. I'm thinking on a good new battery you could go about 5-6 hours. That speed setting is your control on the amperage draw from the battery.

@bradfordpalmer2298 3 жыл бұрын

How did you attach the upright 1x3 to the horizontal 1x 4? It looks like that would be the weak link to your otherwise awesome setup.

@ProjectNineOaks 3 жыл бұрын

The upright is glued and screwed into the horizontal piece. I used Tribond wood glue and some long 3" exterior grade screws. So far so good!

@jonnychrist69 3 жыл бұрын

I had this exact set up years ago and the upright piece was the one that finally gave way.. WHILE I was traveling in the water.. that was a scare! I've found a new way of doing it.. I attach the motor right to the side of the canoe just put 2 pieces of 3/4 plywood. One inside one outside and tighten the motor.. Perfect.

@bennyblanko3 2 жыл бұрын

@@jonnychrist69 I don't even add the wood. Just straight to the gunnel. Works good so far. Gota pay attention, so it doesn't get loose and slip off into the drink .. heh heh.

@valsteinmetz9680 11 ай бұрын

@@bennyblanko3 Just add a tether to motor

@michaelbracewell3721 3 жыл бұрын

Seems in Georgia you have to register anything with propeller. I have an older canoe thought about adding same trolling motor. Do you know anything about requirements for using in river?

@ProjectNineOaks 3 жыл бұрын

I believe the DNR website says your vessel needs to be registered if it is "mechanically propelled." Though I've used this setup a few times and haven't been stopped yet. Good to safe though.

@michaelbracewell3721 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks. Seems kind of silly that you have to register a canoe, kayak, or inflatable boat just because you add a trolling motor.

@chrisdyer4089 3 жыл бұрын

how much run time did you get on a full charge battery ?

@ProjectNineOaks 3 жыл бұрын

While I haven't fully experimented with all settings, on speed setting 4, it lasted at least 3.5 hours of constant use. I would estimate about 4.5 hours or so with that speed setting. I think you gave me another idea for a video!

@JoseAlves-et3fb 3 жыл бұрын

Did you glue the block that the motor mount is on?

@ProjectNineOaks 3 жыл бұрын

I did glue the wood together and also used three screws that were 3 inches long. It's still going strong!

@jsharkey1786 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video how much weigh was the total with the conoe and size of the motor

@ProjectNineOaks 3 жыл бұрын

The motor is a 35lb thrust motor. I canoe weight itself is probably 80lbs I would guess. With our gear and a family of four in the canoe, we are running around another 450lbs or so.

@jsharkey1786 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot much appreciated

@jacka55six60 2 жыл бұрын

I made a similar mount to fit my 2.2hp Mercury.

@ProjectNineOaks 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome! How fast can it go with that much power on the back?

@mattwalker5129 3 жыл бұрын

Do you power the motor with a couple of batteries?

@ProjectNineOaks 3 жыл бұрын

I power it with a deep cycle marine 12v battery. You can get it from any auto parts store. I have another video on a battery box I use to protect the battery and provide some additional accessories. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/icp9qtKJ2a23oI0.html

@mikebaker1044 2 жыл бұрын

Sir we’re did them nuts at

@shawndoe2834 16 күн бұрын

What are the Pro's Con's of motor side mount vs directly behind stern on canoe?

@ProjectNineOaks 14 күн бұрын

since my canoe comes to a point in the back, I had to go with a side mount. Placing it off the point somehow would have put it too far back and not easily reached. Off the side works out great.

@duck-tape 2 жыл бұрын

Look at getting yourself a kipawa propeller I have one on my trolling motor canoe setup. My TM is a 55 lb minn Kota and I can go about 6 mph with my setup

@ProjectNineOaks 2 жыл бұрын

I just might have to do that. Thank you for the tip!

@marisalouisa4518 2 ай бұрын

Why not use a 4x4 on top to hitch the motor to? It would hand on better than the flimsy 2x4?

@pappy451 2 ай бұрын

too much bulk . besides , a 2x4 that length is incredibly strong and will not likely flex at all .

@ProjectNineOaks 2 ай бұрын

The 2x4 on the top has worked well so far. Also, it may, but I'm not sure the motor mount is wide enough for a 4x4.

@ashwayn 2 жыл бұрын

just like mine in UK

@ProjectNineOaks 2 жыл бұрын

Great! Thank you for watching.

@gentlejune 2 жыл бұрын

How long battery good for in the river?

@ProjectNineOaks 2 жыл бұрын

The setting on the motor really determines the duration on the battery. I've been at setting for 4 (out of 5) for 4 to 5 hours straight and it worked fine.

@Paul-ib9pn 2 ай бұрын

I hope it is strong enough. The board that the clamp goes on seems like a potential weak spot.

@ProjectNineOaks 2 ай бұрын

I appreciate the comment. I used it for a couple of years, maybe 20 or 30 times and still going strong. I had to refinish the wood with clear coat to keep it looking nice. I hope to get another couple of years' use before needing to make another.

@oraf4652 2 жыл бұрын

3:40

@morgandarcey1562 3 жыл бұрын

Cost me $9 definitely worth it

@ProjectNineOaks 3 жыл бұрын

I agree! So far, the best accessory for my canoe!

@philipvankampen3394 2 жыл бұрын

3:40 he's got dees ... ha ha.

@larrylindsey2833 Жыл бұрын

Well, I don’t think you know the laws in California but Emily if you do, please let me know that I was thinking about getting a canoe but I was looking under the California DMV laws and it says that you don’t need to register a canoe or kayak that that has oars but if you modify it you know, I wonder if you still have to register it even though that is not a fixed modification that you did so I still was wondering if you still have to register it I do anything to get out of having to pay taxes on registration😂😂😂😂

@ProjectNineOaks Жыл бұрын

Here in GA, technically anything motorized for propulsion needs to be registered. But then you will likely have to run into a real by the book DNR officer for them to say something.