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Install bow trolling motor on 1997 Dauntless 17'
jackjax	#1  Posted on 02/08/18 - 6:10 AM
Member Posts: 21 Comments: 0 Joined: 12/21/15	I asked my boat mechanic about installing a minn kota riptide bow trolling motor. He said it will be a challenge since the boat is all foam and asked me to check the forums how others did it. I am quite sure the railings will have to go, bow light will be re-positioned. He mentioned that the starboard side cleats seems the better place to put it and will need to have a custom plate to attached the base of the trolling motor. 1997 Boston Whaler Dauntless 17' 115 HP Merc Anyone has done this project on this ole' reliable boat? Thanks jackjax attached the following image: [80.71Kb] 1997 Dauntless DC 17ft
todd12	#2  Posted on 02/08/18 - 7:14 AM
Member Personal Page Posts: 220 Comments: 0 Joined: 07/27/06	I had a 1997 17' outrage with a aluminum plate custom made. It held a bow mounted trolling motor. I still have the plate and would be willing to sell if interested. I will send you a PM with my cell. Todd Todd
jackjax	#3  Posted on 02/08/18 - 7:27 AM
Member Posts: 21 Comments: 0 Joined: 12/21/15	With the cleat recessed, would it be enough for the 2 holes or will I need to screw more? Thanks 1997 Dauntless DC 17ft
jackjax	#4  Posted on 02/09/18 - 7:44 AM
Member Posts: 21 Comments: 0 Joined: 12/21/15	Would it be a bow weight issue if I put the 2 group 27 batteries in the bow anchor compartment? Thanks 1997 Dauntless DC 17ft
todd12	#5  Posted on 02/09/18 - 9:07 AM
Member Personal Page Posts: 220 Comments: 0 Joined: 07/27/06	I would not think so. But I would not be opposed to running conduit to under gunnel area then to rear and back to console area. I will send you a picture of what I did on my 18 outrage. Todd
Barob	#6  Posted on 06/18/19 - 11:44 AM
Member Posts: 2 Comments: 0 Joined: 06/14/19	Todd, I have a 2007 Montauk 190 with no power available at the front. I have already drilled a hole for my battery tender below the cleat above the anchor locker. I was misled by BW support. They had told me that I had a chase there but my navigation wiring runs with rub rail. Can you share a pic with me on what you did with yours? Any learnings will be appreciated. Moderator Note - This thread concerns a completely different model and advice is unique and not applicable to your situation. Please start a new discussion topic. Edited by Phil T on 06/19/19 - 8:41 AM