dixie_boysles
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(I have this in my build thread but thought id get more traffic if I asked here)
I just got a foot controlled trolling motor from my dad for free. Its an odler style but Ill tell you what, it looks like a stout beast. all metal design so I dont have to worry about breaking anything lol.
Its a Mariner 422R (I think) trolling motor and the only thing I know about it is what I found on iboats. does ANYONE know anything about these or owned one?
Here is what i found (not my motor, but i have one exactly like it)
Also, should I just screw it down with BIG stainless screws like I used on my casting deck and stuff?
I just got a foot controlled trolling motor from my dad for free. Its an odler style but Ill tell you what, it looks like a stout beast. all metal design so I dont have to worry about breaking anything lol.
Its a Mariner 422R (I think) trolling motor and the only thing I know about it is what I found on iboats. does ANYONE know anything about these or owned one?
Here is what i found (not my motor, but i have one exactly like it)
Well, after playing with it a bit last night, I think I have it figured out. It's a scissor mount, but it isn't nearly as easy as pulling a cord and dropping it into position.
Stowed position:
Operational postion:
Switching between the two, while on the water, may be interesting to put it mildly.
Step 1: Climb out on bow
Step 2: Release catch (marked by yellow arrow)
Step 3: release second catch (marked by yellow arrow)
Step 4: rotate various pieces into operational positions
I can definitely see myself going overboard trying to stow/un-stow this beast.
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aborgman
Also, should I just screw it down with BIG stainless screws like I used on my casting deck and stuff?