Watersnake T18 Trolling Motor Installation with Kayak Bracket: The Ascend 12t Kayak Build, Ep. 2

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  • @jazzycool2950
    @jazzycool2950 3 роки тому +3

    You’re the only person I’ve seen who likes the mounting bracket and you’re the only one I’ve seen who installed the bracket without issue. Most people like the motor but prefer the screw clamp mounting method.

    • @ckwoutdoors
      @ckwoutdoors  3 роки тому +2

      I prefer the bracket because the 12t does not have anywhere to mount a transom-style mount. I would have to add a transom on which would've ended up being more work in the end. The bracket is pretty sturdy and works quite well!

    • @LovingIdaho
      @LovingIdaho 3 роки тому +1

      this is the only vid i have seen on utube with new bracket . I have it and tends to have less slippage .

  • @sholehwibowo5193
    @sholehwibowo5193 2 роки тому +20

    *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.*

  • @tyroneedwards8498
    @tyroneedwards8498 Рік тому +1

    I really like to thank you for helping me put my t18 water snake on my kayak appreciate you man nice instructions. Easy to follow. And I did get the job done.

    • @ckwoutdoors
      @ckwoutdoors  Рік тому

      No problem! I'm glad the video was helpful. It's a pretty sweet little motor!

    • @Джаспар_Элла
      @Джаспар_Элла 11 місяців тому

      I'm buying one today how easy is it out of 10 I'm just worried I will stuff something up

  • @conanwan7206
    @conanwan7206 Рік тому

    Your video is really detailed and informative, thank you very much!

  • @imxploring
    @imxploring 2 роки тому +2

    There's a video posted on YT where the fellow attached a "rudder" to the shaft above the motor using a plastic cutting board and he claims it improved his handling greatly! The video seemed to show pretty good handling.
    Looks like a very easy DIY project that makes a lot of sense. Wouldn't be surprised if the manufacturer updated the system with such a fin on the shaft.

  • @yaseminplaceboful
    @yaseminplaceboful 2 роки тому +3

    hey there from Norway. First of all: THANKS for such detailed mount-video. The ONLY thing is that for completely newbies like me = my very first kayak, it would certainly have been so nice if this awesome guy had shown how to attach the wires to the battery. I will find out by asking in the store: But would just have been so full circle had he also shown that little part. Thanks again!!

    • @hermanator1953
      @hermanator1953 Рік тому

      Ha, super simple since he has the battery clamps just temporarily attached to the motor mount. All you need to do is install a 12V battery and put the battery clamps on it. Red positive, Black negative! Have fun.

  • @ReelTimeCapt
    @ReelTimeCapt 3 роки тому +2

    Very informative. I like the fact you are being thrifty. Nice Job.

  • @hermanator1953
    @hermanator1953 Рік тому

    Excellent video, thanks! Can't wait to get one for my Wilderness 140.

  • @greatlakezgirl649
    @greatlakezgirl649 2 роки тому +2

    Great video. I was looking into getting a Minn Kota Endura trolling motor and then I came across a few videos about the watersnake. Your video was the best one i've seen. And as a quilter, I can't help but to love the quilt behind you.

    • @ckwoutdoors
      @ckwoutdoors  2 роки тому +1

      Thank you! I am glad you enjoyed the video. After more than a year of heavy use on both fresh and salt water, the motor is still kicking strong! It's definitely a good product.
      The quilt was made by my Grandmother several years back. I love it too!

  • @stevenfrattaroli6949
    @stevenfrattaroli6949 Рік тому

    Brilliant video👍👍👍

  • @singell8833
    @singell8833 2 роки тому +1

    Great video!!! Just ordered one!!!ty

  • @rustyshackleford3647
    @rustyshackleford3647 Рік тому

    I have 3 of these motors and 3 Mighty Max 55ah batteries.. my batteries also power the tv, lights, Bumpboxx and other electrical needs in my '94 G10 Chevy Van.. the first one didn't work on low power so they sent me another, no questions asked.. 👍

    • @ckwoutdoors
      @ckwoutdoors  Рік тому +1

      Thats awesome! I was impressed with their customer service when mine was missing a part. Very fast and like you said, no questions asked. Great to work with!

  • @jeffw3776
    @jeffw3776 3 роки тому +3

    This motor works super on a Hobie in the center of the kayak replacing where the pedal drive and the cassette is located.
    It works great in my Hobie.
    A little research on UA-cam will show how this is done

  • @greatlakezgirl649
    @greatlakezgirl649 2 роки тому +1

    I got my trolling motor in late Jan and just been able to test it out these last few months. I made a mistake I would like to share. 1 I forgot to tighten the base down, so it made the propeller go under my kayak. Which cause me to crack and break my long arm at the base. I was able to contact the US distributor and get new parts. I just had to send them a copy of my Walmart receipt and I got notice today that it is on its way. I had purchased a 12-volt 20ah ECO-WORTHY lithium battery which I found out was not enough. so, I came back to see which one you use.

  • @LovingIdaho
    @LovingIdaho 3 роки тому +1

    You got the newer bracket like I got when I ordered it .
    I have been really liking this motor and mount . I am using it on a feelfree lure 11.5. I use it fishing lakes, ponds and snake river . No issues yet .

    • @adrienrandall9483
      @adrienrandall9483 3 роки тому

      Sorry to be off topic but does any of you know a method to get back into an instagram account?
      I was stupid lost my login password. I love any assistance you can give me.

    • @gunnerprinceton9726
      @gunnerprinceton9726 3 роки тому

      @Adrien Randall instablaster :)

    • @adrienrandall9483
      @adrienrandall9483 3 роки тому

      @Gunner Princeton i really appreciate your reply. I got to the site thru google and I'm waiting for the hacking stuff atm.
      Takes quite some time so I will reply here later with my results.

    • @adrienrandall9483
      @adrienrandall9483 3 роки тому

      @Gunner Princeton HOLY **** IT REALLY WORKED! Literally got access to my IG password after about 30 minutes of using the site.
      Just had to pay 15$ but definitely worth the price :O
      Thank you so much, you saved my ass :D

    • @gunnerprinceton9726
      @gunnerprinceton9726 3 роки тому

      @Adrien Randall No problem :)

  • @juliocruz7481
    @juliocruz7481 3 роки тому +3

    Awesome video man!! Will deff use this set up instead!! Can you show how to connect the Battery to the motor plz!

    • @marlenec9870
      @marlenec9870 3 роки тому

      I got the battery and case that charges the phone or go pro that the company sells .

  • @nava8529
    @nava8529 Рік тому

    🎉thank you for this video and stats you are awesome

  • @garethmorris2042
    @garethmorris2042 10 місяців тому

    Great video - I'm looking to install one of these on my kayak and was wondering if you remove the trolling motor and battery from the kayak when transporting. Is it a pain to remove and reinstall when launching into the water. I transport my kayak on the roof of my car so like to have everything able to remove in order to make it light enough. Thanks!

  • @jeffdavenport4939
    @jeffdavenport4939 3 роки тому +1

    Excellent Video.. Big Thanks.. gotta Hobie Mirage Oasis

  • @Ema_pnt
    @Ema_pnt 11 місяців тому

    Hey man, nice video. Do you think this motor would be a good feet for an intex inflatbale boat? I need to figure if I should buy this one 18lbs or 24lbs. Thanks

  • @jeffw3776
    @jeffw3776 6 місяців тому

    There are other kayak bracket side mount options out there that don’t put as much stress on the yak that with side rail mount on each side. Also if utilizing the rod holder option you still need to make a hole to tighten the bolts down?
    Did you consider those? If so why did you opt for this one?
    PS I owned this motor on a 14 foot Hobie Mirage Oasis and hacked it to utilize one of the pedal drives in the hull. There is UA-cam showing this hack.
    Cheers

  • @ricroc65
    @ricroc65 2 роки тому +3

    Great video, just installed on side of my kayak, i have no rudder and for the life if me I cannot get it to steer straight, almost had to go sideways up the river, any tips anybody

  • @jeffw3776
    @jeffw3776 5 місяців тому

    I just added the T18 watersnake to my tamarack pro and all it does is go in circles.
    Tighten the steering set screw????
    How is the turning for yours. Tight?

  • @nathandaves3570
    @nathandaves3570 2 роки тому +3

    Do you find the 18 lb thrust sufficient? Or would you recommend going up to the 32lb?

    • @ckwoutdoors
      @ckwoutdoors  2 роки тому +1

      After a year of use, i can say that the 18lb is more than sufficient, even in the salt water!

  • @austinmagill3803
    @austinmagill3803 3 роки тому +3

    I installed this a few days ago, the mount wouldn’t tighten enough to keep the motor in place and when I was finally able to hold it in place the kayak would not go straight. How did you counteract this?

    • @marlenec9870
      @marlenec9870 3 роки тому +1

      I just got mine and I got the mount but my Kayak doesn't have an opening, should I use a rivet ?

    • @feelingfishytv7332
      @feelingfishytv7332 2 роки тому +1

      I recently had this same problem

    • @harvey5460
      @harvey5460 Рік тому

      I cannot recommend the side mount

  • @brettwheatley8102
    @brettwheatley8102 Рік тому

    Hi I have the same motor as yours and I have been told to have motor deep in water as I can get it not to high in the water is that right

  • @theresalaneschmitz8174
    @theresalaneschmitz8174 10 місяців тому

    If you had a choice, would you purchased the little larger trolling motor ? The T24 or do you think it would be to much?

  • @Adam-hb6go
    @Adam-hb6go 3 роки тому +1

    Thanks!

  • @brucecarter6904
    @brucecarter6904 Рік тому

    great video, I have one question how wide does the place have to be for the base mount

  • @adambeswick42
    @adambeswick42 2 роки тому

    Hi just wondering where you place the battery on the Kayak?, thanks

  • @maxsjoberg788
    @maxsjoberg788 3 роки тому +1

    How much range can you get from a 12v 35 ah battery the 18lbs version?

  • @Girlwholoves2fish
    @Girlwholoves2fish 3 роки тому +1

    What battery you using?

  • @aliengrey6052
    @aliengrey6052 3 роки тому

    Great l have the T 24 this has helped.

  • @gzjsm8691
    @gzjsm8691 2 роки тому

    Hi mate. Is the motor gonna be damaged if the kayak tipped out?

  • @Rippinsmallies
    @Rippinsmallies 2 роки тому

    Front mount on my Topwater 120. Main power switch, steerable, pull motor up out of water and lower,, ALL FROM MY SEAT.

  • @brook280
    @brook280 3 роки тому

    Can I ask why you didn't mount it to the back with the supplied bracket. Then you just lean to steer totally hands free?? Curious great vid

  • @oilheating214
    @oilheating214 3 роки тому +2

    You should do a video of it in use

  • @NurShah8636
    @NurShah8636 Рік тому

    What drill bit that I use

  • @TheSargeOnTheWater
    @TheSargeOnTheWater 2 роки тому

    Whats the measurement of the motor width/length wise bro.

  • @oilheating214
    @oilheating214 3 роки тому

    I wonder if I could use these Bolt Anchors

  • @bluegill2030
    @bluegill2030 3 роки тому +1

    How fast does it push your kayak? Can you troll from it or is it too slow? I’m thinking about getting one tomorrow.

    • @brook280
      @brook280 3 роки тому +1

      I bought 2 on special last week, I think you will get 3-4 mile per hour on full

  • @60gidget
    @60gidget 3 роки тому

    Sounds like Customer Service is on the ball..........excellent!! What about QC, missing parts? Mmmmmmm

  • @hermanator1953
    @hermanator1953 Рік тому

    Got it. The manual says to install a 50 amp fuse on the positive lead. Did you or anyone else do this?

  • @valtsipan9029
    @valtsipan9029 3 роки тому

    Would be nice if you showed us how it looks when you use it on the water.

  • @ericpigg2689
    @ericpigg2689 2 роки тому +1

    You should look into a lithium ion ATV battery. You would be amazed how light they are.

  • @ericfeckner4134
    @ericfeckner4134 3 роки тому

    Do you have a link where you purchased your motor and mount

    • @ckwoutdoors
      @ckwoutdoors  3 роки тому

      www.amazon.com/dp/B071VYRJNQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_fabc_GJN2NVGJF29C4CDZX44B
      There ya go!

  • @simonmcgrath6933
    @simonmcgrath6933 3 роки тому +1

    Hi mate, how did it go in a field test? There is a lot of mixed reviews

    • @ckwoutdoors
      @ckwoutdoors  3 роки тому +3

      It works great! Awesome little motor. Ultra-light and powerful. I love it! The kayak bracket is awesome as well and I am still glad I went with it over a transom mount as the pros are infinite micro-adjustment, and quick and easy mounting/disassembly. The only con is the motor's power seems to twist the mount if it isnt tightened enough, which is hard because the bolt heads dont offer much of a grip to get leverage on to tighten enough. A quick wrap of Gorilla or Duck tape on the metal shaft that holds the motor to the bracket to provide some grip to the clamps is a quick and easy fix, though and works well! I also sometimes use my fishing pliers to grab the bolt heads and really tighten them down, too!

  • @johnrugani2382
    @johnrugani2382 3 роки тому

    What is the shaft diameter?

  • @theloosemoose8200
    @theloosemoose8200 2 роки тому

    You can only use about 10amp hours max from that battery...spend the money for a lithium battery so you can use 100% of the power

  • @SkunkMonkey991
    @SkunkMonkey991 2 роки тому +1

    I haven't been too happy with mine. The props are garbage and break with the slightest contact with anything. Fishing flats in SWFL is not conducive to this motor. No alternative props are available. Had to overtighten mounting hardware to keep it in place. Will be replacing with a Motorguide or Minkota.

  • @RippingLips101
    @RippingLips101 2 роки тому

    I bought one but it’s horrible. Using high speed it try’s to come out of the water. Also it will not move the kayak forward on backwards!

  • @harvey5460
    @harvey5460 Рік тому

    Sorry ….. not really happy with the side mount it’s clever ….. but I cannot tighten the hand knobs tight enough so that when you are out on the water under full speed the T 18 motor, can rotate and come up to greet you almost level with your face
    I had to use JB weld glue weld to allow me to tighten the hand bolts
    the nuts in the captive mold are just not strong enough to allow the bolt to be Tightened to handle the rotational force on the horizontal motor mount

  • @tedheath9018
    @tedheath9018 2 роки тому

    The kayak bracket is too weak mine broke off in half and hour.

  • @-Bigjordan
    @-Bigjordan Рік тому +2

    don't waste ur money on this guys, the bracket is a terrible design keeps coming loose when at fully throttle, my, handle snapped after 1 hour of use biggest waste of money I've spent

  • @RobertSmith-dj3qw
    @RobertSmith-dj3qw 6 місяців тому

    The mounting assembly does not handle the torque of the motor. I started mine and the thing jumped all over the place.
    Trolling motor: good
    Mounting system: sucks

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    @jroddy1 5 місяців тому

    This dude talks way too much.

  • @crazyrandom123
    @crazyrandom123 3 роки тому +1

    What battery do you use?

    • @ckwoutdoors
      @ckwoutdoors  3 роки тому

      I use a 35 amp hour Duracell Lead Acid deep cycle. Its a bit heavier than a lithium option, but MUCH cheaper and it gets me about 4 hours of continuous use on half power with the T18 motor. More than enough power for a full day on the water for me as I only use the motor a small portion of the time that im on the water

    • @crazyrandom123
      @crazyrandom123 3 роки тому +1

      @@ckwoutdoors perfect! Thank you! Good video you sold me.

    • @hermanator1953
      @hermanator1953 Рік тому +1

      @@ckwoutdoors The battery you use is full size and very heavy. What "lighter" perhaps lithium ion batteries would you recommend?

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