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Running any wires under the deck is NOT recommended.

Dozens of owners have installed a trolling motor on a boat that does not have a pre-wire.

To do this without major modifications, batteries are installed in the console. The floor is cut and the batteries sit on the deck,

The trolling batteries are wired to the on/off switch and also wired to a plug receptacle installed on the side wall of the console.

The trolling motor power wire is modified to add a male plug.

A heavy duty extension cord is made up of marine battery cable of appropriate gauge with a female connector (for the motor end) and a male end (console). The cord is stored in the console when not in use..

Hinge to the bow rail.

You can add a hinged section to the bow rail using either bimini eyes or a rail hinge fitting from Victory products. Let me know if you want details on the rail hinge