The ULTIMATE Lifetime Tamarack Angler Kayak!!!!
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- Опубліковано 10 кві 2019
- Waterproof Plugs :www.amazon.com/dp/B078SFWBJH/...
Pwm speed controller: www.amazon.com/dp/B075L7YDR9/...
Trolling motor: www.amazon.com/dp/B004360NKY/...
Square tubing for mount: www.amazon.com/dp/B003X3UEA2/...
Angle plate for mount: www.amazon.com/dp/B000I1E8Y0/...
10 ga. Wire: www.amazon.com/dp/B01ABOPO2S/...
Foot pedals: www.amazon.com/dp/B017P3AN92/...
Garmin fishfinder: www.amazon.com/dp/B017NI17HQ/...
Square tubing end cap: www.amazon.com/dp/B00SW1DLDM/...
Stadium seat: www.amazon.com/dp/B019EIAR1K/...
Battery box: www.amazon.com/dp/B002WCUIC4/...
Battery: www.amazon.com/dp/B00K8E0WAG/...
Harken pulley kit: www.amazon.com/dp/B00FA3RRKS/...
Voltage gauge: www.amazon.com/dp/B009XQKCQY/... - Спорт
Super clean set up. Yep, going to copy yours.
Great build! I added all of the totals up and got 386.03 for everything but the kayak and the stadium chair.
This thing is bad ass!
This is probably the cleanest set up on a tamarack ive seen. Very nicely done man.
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Awesome job congrats
Thank you 🎣
Can you possibly make a whole video on the installation of the trolling motor mount including the installation of the mount, foot pedals, battery, speed control and how you pull it up
I second this!
FANTASTIC JOB!!!...I have the exact same kayak, color and all. Was just looking for a simple way to mount a motor but your way goes above and beyond..I WANT IT!!!...MORE INFO PLEASE!!!
Trolling motor setup is really well thought out. I’ve been trying to plan out how I want to do mine but that is solid
Best trolling motor install on youtube. All your mods are top notch. Thank you for posting this. I have the same kayak. Great work !!
@hdpete Thanks for the comments! Alot of time and effort went into modding my yak, and I really appreciate your support! 👍 Tight lines! 🎣
Creole Yak Angler if I add the trolling motor do I have to register it? I live in California
@@hdpete1830 It may be best to contact your state agency on boating, to determine if registration is required on a motorized kayak, as I am not familiar with California boating laws. 🤙
@@hdpete1830 Hi Pete. I'm in Cali too. Yes you have to register. I have the exact same yak and trolling motor mount and went thru DMV for registration. Link will give you all the info you need: www.dmv.ca.gov/portal/dmv/detail/boatsinfo/boatreg
Some folks at DMV are clueless but give them that BOAT101 form with your proof of purchase and all info on the yak or ask for supervisor. You have to register if you motorized any vessel in Cali.
YNOT? Thanks for the info, appreciate it 👍🏼
Really impressive man! Excellent job on everything! Definitely going to do some of these mods on my Lifetime Tahoma kayak. Thank you for sharing!
James,
Thanks for the comments! Good luck on your mods! Be sure to share your progress! 👍
Very nice and clean install of everything. You should open your own Yak Outfitter business and do these installs for others and make some jack!
I also have a Tamarack and really like the fact you can customize it so much. I added a 55Lb thrust Newport but side mounted it. I like having the tiller in my hand and raising it isn't an issue. I also built outriggers for it but now only use them when pulling crab pots.
Clean, clean mods. Nice job.
Thanks. I appreciate the kind words. 👍
Some real clean installs, especially the trolling motor mount and lift, thanks for the vid
Nice job....! I built one about 3 years ago. Never thought doing a video
Such a clean setup! I have the same kayak and was wanting to upgrade to a kayak with pedals. BUT this is a much better setup and will cost less then a new yak!! Will definitely will be coming back to this vid once I start replicating your setup Thanks!!
@ Eduardo Mendez Thanks for the comments and support! Good luck on your Tamarack mods! Be sure to share your progress.🎣
Beast yak!!! And clean! Looks like it was done professionally. Nice work!
Thanks for the comments and support! I really appreciate it!! 🎣
Great work man !!!! Can’t wait to do some of the mods two mine!!!
Very well done but you should add outriggers for stability. My experience with this boat is great just a little unstable but woth outriggers it made my kayak. Have a good day
agree. I have brocraft outriggers for mine and she is 100 times more stable
Well done! That is a very complete kayak. How tall are you and how much do you weigh?
@North wind - Thanks for the comments. I'm 5'5" 160
Best tamarack setup I've seen yet.. excellent job man
Thanks for the comment and support!🤙
Man you rock great set up
@Gilbert Jones- Thank you 🎣
Beautiful setup ! I might have have do the same thing !
Wow you did an amazing job bro!!!!!
Thanks bro!🎣
Nicely done 👍
Very nice work. You have a real nice setup there. 👍👍
@Lane Taylor- Thank you! I appreciate the comments.🎣
You thought of everything. Nice job!
Thank you @Leo Valdivia 🎣
@@creoleyakangler6642 What kind black handles on the transom? Do you have a link for that?
@@@jackzhang2432
I purchased them at my local Academy. You should be able to find them in the marine section, or online.
So, 3 years later, are you happy with the foot pedal rail placement....or would you make any changes? I'm in the process of pretty much duplicating your build. Those factory molded in foot ridges are kind of a pain. Awesome build!
Very happy with the foot pedal placement. Good luck with your build!
Wow 😮!! I just ordered 2. I don’t think Iam going that extreme but it looks great 👍
Thanks for the comments and support of the channel! 🎣
Dude! You nailed it! I have a similar setup but not as clean. I am currently making some outriggers and a standing stabilizer. I have a similar trolling motor setup as well but i have a 17lb thrust that seems to do the job. You did a fantastic job!
Thanks for the comments! I really appreciate it!!! 🎣
Rent-A-Yak I didn't realized you were on here I just linked your how-to vid to a commenter below asking about the trolling motor mount. Hope that's cool. Looks like a lot of folks dig your install including me and Creole! 👍 Thanks!
Indeed awesome review. id love to do a motor one day.
Absolutely awesome job gonna try and recreate this beast, do you have a link for the foot pedals
This thing is definitely the best kayak I’ve seen on UA-cam super clean job on everything. Can I get some more info on your speaker mount
Those stadium seats are a damn ass saver
Your kayak is super sick dude I mean it is really nice I love how you got the trolling motor setup on it that's actually a great idea
Thanks!
Nice job!
@Richard Marsh- Thank you! 🎣
Very nice kayak!
@Cast N Blast - Thanks bro 🎣
best yet
Best I’ve seen
Thank you 🎣
Very impressive... Been thinking bout 2 blue robotics t200 hundred thrusters on either side of the kayak but been struggling with steering solution... This might be simpler and more cost effective. Can you figure out a way to put T.M. in stow position for when you're scaping bottom?
great video. What is the red button by the seat?
@ Richard Vahsholtz Thanks for the comments! The red button near the seat is a kill switch that's wired inline on the positive (red) wire to the trolling motor. The switch has a key that's connected to my pfd. In the unlikely event that I get thrown from the kayak, it will pull the key, and kill power to the trolling motor. Safety 1st!🎣
Great video, one of the best mod's I've seen. Question: how did you thread the motor steering cables through the kayak?
A metal coat hanger worked for me.
great set up my friend! very similar to mine, i will send you the link. I fish for striped bass and other big game fish, therefore I keep the cockpit open. I power her with the watersnake - do you find the C30 gives you more power? how many hours do you get out of your 35ah battery? With my Mighty Max I get 4 to 6 hours (with a 9w solar panel). Since you fish salt I also highly recommend outriggers, you will immediately notice a huge difference
i just heard your commentary - 4.5 hours...impressive. I also have a pulse modulator for my C30. Would love to see a video of her in the water bro
Thanks for the support bro. This was my first kayak build, and unfortunately, I sold this yak to upgrade to something a bit more stable. My new yak is powered by a watersnake T24 saltwater motor. The difference in power between the C30 & the T24 is not noticeable. However, the T24 will give you more run time on a battery charge, as it only draws 20 amps on high speed, and the C30 draws 30 amps on high speed. My new yak is being powered by a 50AH Lithium, and it allows me to run in saltwater for 8-9 hours when fishing the marsh! I have been getting some requests, so I am about to start building for private customers really soon. Stay tuned for more custom yak builds.
I need this in my life. Probably need help with trolly tho
awesome job bro....do you find the kayak tracks lower into the water? would love to see how she handles in a little chop and see how the transom with the c30
does in the water
Gorgeous Kayak. Mines bare bones but I love It!
Thanks for your comments and support! 🎣
@@creoleyakangler6642 your welcome!
How is the Fresh Water Minkota doing in Salt Water? Nicely set up Kayak.
@Steven Hill -Thanks for the kind words. So far to date, I haven't experienced a single issue with the trolling motor setup. Everything works as it did when I first did the modifications. Keeping in mind that the marshes I typically fish have some fresh water influence from rainwater runoff from time to time. 🎣
Great video... I have the same kayak and going to mount a trolling motor. Im glad I found your video. It looks awesome man!!! What kind and size of cable and has it worn out the holes from going back and forth. Also which pedals did you get. Thanks
@Hugo Meisenbach Thanks for the comments! The cable I used for the steering setup, is from Home Depot 1/8" vinyl coated. The holes that I made with a heated center punch, allows the plastic to melt to a smooth finish vs. using a drill bit which leaves a rough sharp edge. The vinyl coating on the cable protects against cutting in. The foot pedals are made by Attwood. You can get them on Amazon for about 20 bucks! Good luck on your mods, and thanks again for the support! 🎣
Hi there! Love what you did here! A client of mine recently gifted me a lifetime tamarack and I am recreating your set up. Just one question so I can be finally done. How did you hook up the pwn motor? You said 2 leads go to the battery and 2 to the trolling motor?
Correct
How exactly did you run that turnbuckle through the clamp on the shaft? I have the same trolling motor and have no clue how to make mine work like that with a turnbuckle because one side of the clamp fits the nut and the other is just a hole, which means a turnbuckle would have slop in it, if it would even go. Thanks for the video!
Brent Curry- the steering arm is made of (2) 3/8" eyebolts, and (2) nuts that are made to join all thread rods together. The hole in the clamp was drilled a little larger, to pass the bolt through, as well as provide a larger hole for the all thread nuts to settle into the clamp. Do not over tighten the eyebolts, as it doesn't require alot of tension to hold the clamp tight to the motor shaft. Hope this helps!
Creole Yak Angler thank you so much. I’m at Lowe’s now and I found the eye bolts that I needed. I was almost positive you had to drill that clamp out a bit to get that to work when I looked at my trolling motor. Thanks man, wicked yak build!
@@brentcurry9698 you're welcome brother. Thanks for the support!🤙
How did you make the control box? That’s a very neat setup you got bro!
Thanks for the comments bro. The control box, is a dry box from walmart, with a pwm speed controller mounted inside. The wires from the dry box go down into the hull from the bottom side of the dry box, to prevent moisture from entering, and affecting the controller electronics.
Love what you’ve done! Being a woman and not as physically strong, my concern would be how to load it in and out of my truck and the water by myself. I’m saving up for ‘The Skimmer” kayak trolling motor system. I REALLY love what you’ve done! 👍😎🎣 What kind of paint did you use on the sides and is it staying on?
Claudia...I have "The Skimmer" system and love it.....lightweight and easy to use...I am looking here for his foot control steering!
Very slick setup! making some mods of my own and your video has helped a ton so thank you for posting! what are your thoughts on adding some diy outriggers, you think they're necessary on a tamarack?
Thanks for the comments. In my opinion, Outriggers aren't necessary on a Tamarack. Then again I'm 5-5 165. It depends on the type of fishing you're doing and your height and weight. I can stand and fish from my Tamarack with ease. You should try a standing test to determine your comfort level, then if necessary, add some outriggers if you think you'll benefit from them. Good luck on your mods!🎣
@@creoleyakangler6642 appreciate ya!
@Stoney Lonsome Nice! Really appreciate the feedback! will definitely take that into consideration when I get to adding mods to mine, cheers!
What do I need to do to get my older kayak registered and tagged. I have no title or receipt.
Nice clean job for sure ,just have one question...... doesn't look like you have used this yak much and my question is does the pwm get hot in that waterproof box ???
I've looked all over and can't find any proof that will not get hot....I put mine in a waterproof box also and drilled holes....
I've not tested it yet but feel sure it will overheat if no ventilation !!
I would kindly appreciate your input !!thank you !!😁
@Ricky Hill- Thank you for the comments and questions. I can tell you that I take my kayak out at least 2-3 times per month, on fishing trips that last up to 7 hours. While I don't use the motor continuously for that time frame, I've never experienced any overheating from the pwm. Bear in mind that it's being used in the south Texas marsh, where it's really hot. I hope this response helps. Tight lines🎣
Which stadium seat did you upgrade it with and how is it attached?
There's a link in the description below. I riveted pad eyes into the kayak on all 4 corners of the seat, and attached the seat to the pad eyes with mini bungee cords.
Great video showing your kayak. The questions that I have are: How do you transport it? How much does it weigh with the modifications?
@glenn brigan- Thanks for your questions. I transport my yak in the back of my pickup truck. With the current setup, I can lock the trolling motor in a stowed position without removing it during transport. It makes loading and launching alot easier and efficient. The total weight of the yak with all mods is 106.5 lbs. The yak weighs 57.5 lbs from the factory, and all mods total 49 lbs. I hope this helps. 🎣
@@creoleyakangler6642 how much do you weigh?
So much extra weight added to such a small yak, you must not be a very heavy fella.
@Redfish Incorporated Thanks for your comments. Added weight was definitely a factor when modifying my kayak, as well as eliminating things that were unnecessary for my style of fishing. I weigh around 155-160 lbs. Total combined weight with myself and all mods is 209 lbs. Tight lines! 🎣
How did you hook up the kill switch?
The kill switch is nothing more than a break in the positive cable from the battery to the pwm. Install the kill switch between the two.
Did you use the 17 or 20 inch wide stadium seat?
@Gregory Gentry I used the 20" wide seat.
Do you need a boat license for driving that right now because everyone’s telling me I need a boat license to operate that because it has a motor on it
Not sure, depending on where you live, and plan to operate your motorized kayak, your local laws determine whether or not your kayak has to be licensed/registered.
nice kayak what model is this?
Thanks! It is a Lifetime Tamarack Angler 10'
Amazing build man... how much did all of this cost? Its the best modded yak I’ve ever seen!
@Alex Siegel Thank you for the comments bro! All in, I've invested right at $800 in parts and accessories. Still far shy of the cost of a pedal kayak! At the end of the day, it's about building the right kayak to suit my individual style of fishing. 🎣
Creole Yak Angler Awesome! That’s what’s it’s all about man. Better to create your own for exactly how you like, instead of buying an overpriced kayak. I will definitely refer to this video for modifying my own. It’s arriving Friday! Just in time for the weekend.. I’m very hype!
How did you get the steering wires through the hull
Jimmy Pace- I heated a small center punch, to make the holes for the steering wires. Then use the middle and rear hatches to access the inside of the hull to pass your steering wires through, from front to back. Hope this helps!
With all that added weight how does it do in the water? I don't think I would be able to recreate this on mine since I am already pushing 250 alone.
@ Cameron Herrington - This setup performs well on the water. The kayak is well balanced, and stable. I typically like to stay 5-10 lbs under the weight capacity , when adding mods/accessories. Good luck on your yak! Tight lines!🎣
I am going to rip off most of this. How much extra weight on board to setup to complete trolling motor system? I want to do these adds but don’t know if I will go over on weight.
@ebolamonkey - The total weight of all mods was 49 lbs. I have listed links to all of the parts I used during this build. I have since sold this kayak, and am in the process of building a new one for myself. (Outside of building for customers of course) lol.. I hope your tamarack comes out as good as this one did. Good luck and post a vid of your build! 👊
Creole Yak Angler where you located I’d pay for this setup
@@erikgonzalez9525 I'm located near Houston,TX. Do you currently own a Tamarack? If so, I can definitely customize your yak. If not, a complete package can be built for you. Let me know, and thanks for your interest in my custom mods. 👍
Creole Yak Angler i live in corpus !
@@erikgonzalez9525 Cool! Send me a DM on Instagram @ Creole_Yak_Angler, with your contact info, if you're interested in a custom yak. Looking forward to working with you!
Do you have a video you can refer me to where you got the idea for the trolling motor mount?
Exact same install as mine and I got it from this guy. ua-cam.com/video/eU4nsPzGLqs/v-deo.html
How much you want to do my kayak?
Where are you located, and what kayak do you have?
Kudos for not wasting $5000 on a plastic boat that seats one, and barely holds fishing gear.
Here's to all of you jon boat people that have $500 in a motor boat that will take you miles away from the launch!
I’m not too sure how to connect the trolling motor to the speed control, can you please make a video on this
No, buy a real boat.