Jon Boat Modification; How to mount a bow mounted Trolling Motor!

I bought a New Minn Kota Trolling Motor for my Jon Boat, it didn't mount easy, So I had to fabricate and modify brackets to mount it on the Bow. I also added a mini deck on the front. Watch and learn from my mistakes. LOL

[@peterd918]

*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).*

[@MichaelDavisOutdoorAdventures]

That's awesome

[@theivth3943]

Hey, you sound like a really nice human being. I enjoyed watching this video. Thank you.

[@MrShankspony]

I was about to sell my 86# 24v motor not thinking i could turn the head around. Now i do believe i can! Thank you! I'll install a quick disconnect for and it should push my 1448MV just fine!

[@badluk1]

Also
I was amazed at how cheap Min Kota parts are!! Call then direct!!

[@largemammaloutdoors4503]

I did the exact same thing to my old Jin boat. Foot switch and all. Loved it and it worked great

[@steelerfaninerie]

Nice project. That paint job looks great.

[@MichaelDavisOutdoorAdventures]

I was amazed at how easy the paint went on, I am so happy with my little boat

[@jeffperkins6514]

Great video. Thanks for the details, it was really helpful.

[@MichaelDavisOutdoorAdventures]

Glad it was helpful!

[@trextrextrex]

Thanks man

[@peterguardino5861]

awesome job!! thanks

[@MichaelDavisOutdoorAdventures]

Thank you, it turned out very well, I wish everything I did was like that

[@happydays454]

Nice huka buck fix that's must be like Jerry rig

[@W4HDM]

You actually do not want pressure-treated wood in an aluminum boat. Chemicals in the treated wood will cause aluminum to corrode. If the wood and boat are painted you may be good. Great job on the mount!

[@MichaelDavisOutdoorAdventures]

Wow, I did to know that. That's good info. Thanks for the compliment. I finally think i'm done with the boat now!

[@windowclean100]

👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@badluk1]

There is a bow mount bracket on Amazon for your Min Kota. Works great!!

[@MichaelDavisOutdoorAdventures]

I didn't know that. Thanks for the info

[@badluk1]

"EZmount" is the name...

[@KLoughreyProductions]

The crimpers without the tit are for insulated connectors like what you're working with, they work ok if you have the correct size. The tit is for non insulated crimps

[@stephenrains4735]

Hey Michael you should have gotten an electrician to wire that up for ya. Lol, still a great video, got a question , which do you prefer fishing out of the jon boat or a kayak?

[@MichaelDavisOutdoorAdventures]

That's a trick question. I love them both, the Jon Boat is easier. LOL

[@victornaja7927]

Hi what size fuse you out in??

[@just8625]

What shaft length is needed up front please?

[@MichaelDavisOutdoorAdventures]

That really depends on your boat. I'm almost sure mine has a 36 inch shaft

[@andresavoie8980]

where did you find your switch ?? thx

[@MichaelDavisOutdoorAdventures]

They actually sell a switch at Academy Sports. They are a life saver