How to install a Minn Kota Terrova! Step by Step

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5 жыл бұрын

Installing a Minn Kota Terrova on the bow of an aluminum boat.
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@christopherbitton5113 4 жыл бұрын

I'm doing the same install on my boat tomorrow. Thank you for your detailed instruction.

@erikmalmstadt40 4 жыл бұрын

How did it work out? I'm doing mine tomorrow. What about did you do it on?

@christopherbitton5113 4 жыл бұрын

It came out pretty good I think. Haven't been on the water yet cause I'm doing carpet and other electronics, but its sturdy for sure using the polymer disconnect bracket.

@do6472 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent Vid. I just purchased the same motor and quick release bracket. You got me anxious to install it.

@zrood22 5 жыл бұрын

Nice informative video my man!

@alyssahelferty8402 2 жыл бұрын

*I bought this model for my 14 ft Jon boat. **enjoyable.fishing** recommend love it!!! It pushes my boat with ease ( 2 men 220 each). I would highly recommend this to anyone.*

@mrandall19 4 жыл бұрын

Great video, thanks!

@KYTVIDEO 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video and information. Would like to borrow that wrench extender.lol

@MarkBlackstock 4 жыл бұрын

It’s in a museum.

@ronfelton583 5 жыл бұрын

Do a review on the Terrova.

@cccccc7018 4 жыл бұрын

Muy buen video y bien explicado

@MarkBlackstock 4 жыл бұрын

Muchas Gracias Señor"

@user-sz7fo1jm1w 10 ай бұрын

Runs good but you need a battery that’s a little bigger than they say

@MarkBlackstock 10 ай бұрын

They are wrong. Runs perfectly for up fourteen hours

@deaftymac 2 жыл бұрын

Front deck could use some adhesive EVA Foam just like the rest of the deck . its cheap enough on Amazon

@infinitesolutions2602 Жыл бұрын

Alhamdulillah. Very good.

@WhiteWidowHerb 5 жыл бұрын

So did you mount the motor to the plate with the bolts that came with the trolling motor? Or did they come with the quick release

@MarkBlackstock 5 жыл бұрын

WhiteWidowHerb all hardware needed to mount the unit came with the mounting bracket. It does have a quick release bracket that connects the two pieces.

@harveylewis9099 3 жыл бұрын

Mark did you go with the 24 or 12 volt, Also did you go back with 45" or if not what length shaft? I am looking at terrova 24 volt and 45" shaft but wanted to see what are others going with on their classics. Thanks for your help

@MarkBlackstock 3 жыл бұрын

I have a 12v with the 45" shaft It works great for me. I have the original batteries and have had zero issues.

@ssskdc 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Mark, for your vids. I am going to put an anchor winch (Trac Outdoor 25 Fisherman) on the deck where the Edge TM was. Do you think I can screw it down or should I bolt it down? How thick is the plywood under the deck? How long were the bolts you used?

@MarkBlackstock 4 жыл бұрын

I used the hardware that came with the Minn Kota removable mounting bracket. You probably could just screw it down but over time I think it would fail. Bolts with big washers on the under side if you really want to be sure.

@ssskdc 4 жыл бұрын

@@MarkBlackstock Thanks for the quick response. I'll plan for using nuts and bolts. Keep up the good work!

@GEOPUZZLE 5 жыл бұрын

I just see one possible problem: When you launch the boat, will the trolling motor hit the roller on the trailer when it drops down? Oh, BTW, thanks for the tip about over tightening the prop nut. I made that mistake and I think maybe that is what caused the shaft bearing to pull out of position and start making noise.

@MarkBlackstock 5 жыл бұрын

Chuck Barnett we’ll find out next week

@MarkBlackstock 4 жыл бұрын

Chuck Barnett no issues with launching.

@motoman3290 4 жыл бұрын

Just curios Mark have you tried to see if the cover will fit ? I travel everywhere with it on 😁

@MarkBlackstock 4 жыл бұрын

The cover will not fit with Terrova on the bow I can remove it to put the cover on however.

@tannerherrick7297 4 жыл бұрын

What did you use to get your wrench back in there? I'd love to do this but hesitate because of that step. Thanks.

@MarkBlackstock 4 жыл бұрын

I long piece of shelving track and duct tape. It was not ideal but it worked.

@danbarber67 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for another great video Mark. Now go fish!

@MarkBlackstock 5 жыл бұрын

Dan Barber great idea!

@danbarber67 5 жыл бұрын

@@MarkBlackstock so how do you like the new Terrova?

@MarkBlackstock 5 жыл бұрын

Dan Barber honestly haven’t had it in the water since install. Been a hectic month.

@danbarber67 5 жыл бұрын

@@MarkBlackstock Well hopefully you can get out there soon. Like to see a video of it in operation.

@Eagle621 2 жыл бұрын

Maybe use a little Loctite Red on screws and nuts that might vibrate loose…

@Shelterguy100 4 жыл бұрын

Mark, We have talked about this and I was leaning towards the MG XI5. Well after further research I decided to go with the Terrova. I remembered your videos so studied this one many times to get myself ready for install. Your videos have been very helpful and really appreciate you!! Now I have done the install and tomorrow the wiring. I have a situation with the motor. Does the ynit need power to it in order to deploy? When I press down the foot pedal it will not release. 2nd question; have you experienced any issue using the factory wiring harness of 8ga in

@MarkBlackstock 4 жыл бұрын

No power needed you have to help it up then it falls down into the water. I use lid the factory wiring and have zero issues.

@Shelterguy100 4 жыл бұрын

Thank You Sir!

@johnniegolsby1423 4 жыл бұрын

What length shaft did you use? If you use a longer that 45" what was the reason?

@MarkBlackstock 4 жыл бұрын

I used a 45 model because the old one was a 45 and as far as length it is perfect. You could go longer if desired.

@ronniebrown7778 3 жыл бұрын

Hey Mark does the quick release bracket come with the motor great vid thanks

@MarkBlackstock 3 жыл бұрын

Unfortunately no it is separate. Well worth it!

@Idreamoutdoors Жыл бұрын

What size shrink crimp connection did you buy and what is the type of connector? I have the same style on mine

@Joeblade1966 Жыл бұрын

Looks like you used the front fish finder wiring for the puck, what will you use for the fish finder wiring? I just got the terrova!

@MarkBlackstock Жыл бұрын

They share power the puck uses very little

@justjimtime1672 4 жыл бұрын

Curious if there is a reason you didn't cut the plug off the edge and use that. I'm planning on doing that but want to make sure Im not missing something?

@MarkBlackstock 4 жыл бұрын

Just Jim Time my reasoning was in case I wanted to sell the edge or use it in the future the plug was cheap on Amazon I think 10-12 bucks.

@ntj030885 Ай бұрын

Did you use the same 50 amp breaker from the factory or install a bigger one?

@MarkBlackstock Ай бұрын

Same breaker never an issue

@ronfelton583 5 жыл бұрын

Stuck with the 12v. Probably what I’ll do eventually.

@MarkBlackstock 5 жыл бұрын

Ron Felton I did if I get a bigger tm I’ll be buying a bigger boat. V

@salttlifee Жыл бұрын

Hey did you cut the plug from Edge and just connected to the new terrova wire? It doesnt matter that is 10gauge and plug is 8?

@MarkBlackstock Жыл бұрын

Yes

@robertduklus6555 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Mark How is the quick release holding up 2 years later? Any cracks, rattles? Thanks.

@MarkBlackstock 2 жыл бұрын

Zero issues, I will be removing it for a trip in a month I’ll inspect the mating bracket and see what I find

@tonykuon9949 3 жыл бұрын

Hi just wanted to know which mounting bracket did you install

@MarkBlackstock 3 жыл бұрын

Minn Kota RTA -17

@albinjonsson6145 3 жыл бұрын

hey nice vid, how long is the powercable to the battery?:)

@MarkBlackstock 3 жыл бұрын

Pre installed from from to back by Tracker probably 17' ish of wire.

@ntj030885 2 ай бұрын

Does the heading sensor need to be on a switch to turn it off?

@MarkBlackstock 2 ай бұрын

mine comes on and off with the trolling motor power

@motoman3290 4 жыл бұрын

Did you change the breaker from the stock 50amp to the 60amp ??? Thanks

@MarkBlackstock 4 жыл бұрын

moto man no it’s fine with the 55

@motoman3290 4 жыл бұрын

Mark Blackstock thanks just ordered one and went ahead a got the 60amp breaker anyways because thats what it calls for 👊🏼

@olivierlgpecheuramateur104 4 жыл бұрын

I heard the heading sensor is only an option and offers not much to the Terrova. Is it true? What does the heading sensor offers or add to the motor which has already the ipilot in it? Thanx

@MarkBlackstock 4 жыл бұрын

Olivier LG the i-Pilot uses the heading sensor or gps puck. If you had a fish finder with the ability to use the i-Pilot function you wouldn’t need the puck. I don’t have a gps unit.

@jackhartsell2333 4 жыл бұрын

Is that 1/2" plywood under the front panel?

@MarkBlackstock 4 жыл бұрын

I think so? I did not investigate it but it’s possible it’s 3/4”. I could only see the bottom of it due to the lip on the bow plate.

@babycheesa8020 2 ай бұрын

I wish I married handy

@Mike-hs8fq 3 жыл бұрын

Matt did you install the rubber washers?

@MarkBlackstock 3 жыл бұрын

Yes

@Mike-hs8fq 3 жыл бұрын

@@MarkBlackstock Thank you

@windyknot2094 2 жыл бұрын

I missed the iPilot link location, mounting and wiring….is it optional?

@MarkBlackstock 2 жыл бұрын

This Terrova does not have the link

@jchunter14 3 жыл бұрын

Well the GForce handle mount to the Terrova?

@MarkBlackstock 3 жыл бұрын

Probably it has lift assist very easy to pull out

@AuburnMan Жыл бұрын

I hope you didn’t bust that front weld

@MarkBlackstock Жыл бұрын

Long ago, welded and repaired.

@AuburnMan Жыл бұрын

@@MarkBlackstock I’m doing mine now, using a 1/2” aluminum plate to reinforce it.

@Godsson-jf9uf 4 жыл бұрын

Where did you get the plug you used for power?

@MarkBlackstock 4 жыл бұрын

Godsson5335 Amazon

@Godsson-jf9uf 4 жыл бұрын

@@MarkBlackstock ok cool, when i looked the one that was like yours said it was made for motor guide motors and was made for 2 prong plugs. So i didn't know if the two prong like yours was ok for the terrova. Have you had any issues with it?

@MarkBlackstock 4 жыл бұрын

@@Godsson-jf9uf No issues so far, it fits very tightly into the receptacle.

@KelShep07 4 жыл бұрын

I have a pro 160 with MK edge 45. I have a terrova being delivered, wondering if I need replace the plug for power or receptacle? Thanks for the video

@KelShep07 4 жыл бұрын

It’s a two prong plug/receptacle

@nachogtz3512 5 жыл бұрын

Did you recycle the rubber spacers or install new ones below the quick release mount?

@MarkBlackstock 5 жыл бұрын

new

@LVSWRKINGATNITE 4 жыл бұрын

Any idea what the this Terrova weighs?

@MarkBlackstock 4 жыл бұрын

Well the 80lb thrust weighs about 60 lbs

@LVSWRKINGATNITE 4 жыл бұрын

Mark Blackstock Thank you. Damn I thought that it would be at least 20 pounds lighter than that. I’m thinking about getting the 55 Terrova to replace my 80 Fortrex and I don’t know if I’d be saving any weight at all.