BTW thanks for the video. I am in the middle of motorizing 2 Titan 12 propel kayaks. I used your info and video as a basis for everything I am building. BTW don't bother answering my previous question about the vents. I found your info in the previous comments from other posts.
I found the cord you used to be to stretchy. I switched to using weed trimmer line and it has absolutely no stretch. I will find out how durable it is as I use the motor. I am using round trimmer string .095 diameter.
Hey John your parts list is incomplete. Where did you get the intake and and exhaust vents for the fans and what are the part numbers. What crimp connectors did you use to hook up the wiring to the pwm.
What do you recommend when it comes to selecting the PWM, for a Minn Kota 30. 0:140:140:14 I see 60 Amp and 100 Amp on you tube. If I upgraded to a MK 40, would the same PWM for a 30 work?
I ran to Home Depot this morning and just finished building the steering box. I decided to do the criss-crossing in the box itself by putting the left line in the right exit hole, and the right line in the left exit hole. I also angled these holes a bit to avoid friction and potentially cutting the line. Now I just need to figure out a way to give the handle less play inside the box, although I suppose it'll move less once there's tension from the rest of the line. Such a simple and beautiful design. I'm so grateful the algorithm put you on my path. You have not only saved me money, but got me moving forward with my kayak build out of pure excitement. Once again, thank you!
@@abahamaca absolutely love hearing this. Thank you so much. This has made my day. Please tell others about us and continue to monitor our channel for other great tips.
I actually have an intake and exhaust fan to help cool in the Texas summer heat these cover those I’ll share the the links with you. www.amazon.com/Strong-120x120x25mm-Computer-Cooling-1600RPM/dp/B07K2Y9XSH/ref=mp_s_a_1_2_sspa?adgrpid=64521890308&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.4jRZQ7BfYXOoqivTrrEjP0E_qh2I-iSHs0ykEj0l2Fq6Skd2X4Ah_pDXJnKBSJs_aqgPhCkoOfG7Z5H5Kv1rGjnrz90Exr8OL6rd7UYOANPYAdTh_8UPggAI49y6_KnDdDvDHuDMpakfgKegHF4MNYRDaFMBoSig2fzO0yOTB91QsfqV3w8ZjvtwPsYRJ4RJY5uH1oRuRYB2qUiH9lQ-IQ.df7l0DmXVGMcfddwEMDXiCNT4oGvpHqnqwo-yVg7MNU&dib_tag=se&hvadid=651335585243&hvdev=m&hvlocphy=9028153&hvnetw=g&hvqmt=b&hvrand=8312632568376729248&hvtargid=kwd-298404015486&hydadcr=12195_13429354&keywords=dc%2Bfan%2B12v&qid=1718983031&sr=8-2-spons&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9waG9uZV9zZWFyY2hfYXRm&psc=1&th=1 www.amazon.com/GWYAN-Marine-Transducer-Clamshell-Mounting/dp/B0B7LPGHDM/ref=asc_df_B0B7LPGHDM/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=693769151228&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=1930497049086385897&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=m&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9028153&hvtargid=pla-1890170109556&psc=1&mcid=8fc582a9cfab3ff1a22179bf5ee20dd8&gad_source=1
@@ETXYakin a good 100amp PWM is around 60.00 on Amazon. The box and fittings will run around twenty bucks and the way I mounted mine was a ram b arm and two ram balls. That’ll cost you 25 so all together you looking at around 100. Total
@@oldretiree it will extend your battery life by a few hours. I like that I can fine tune the speed as well it’s almost like having spot lock with the fine running it brings
Hi John , I am in Adealide South Australia , like your vids, can you help with the name and where to get the fan vent covers on the PWM box you have , i just can find them and miss the name you called them :) thanks for any help you may have for me:)
www.amazon.com/FDXGYH-Marine-Transducer-Clamshell-Mounting/dp/B0C1ZLDX22/ref=asc_df_B0C1ZLDX22/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=692875362841&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=15995692367654014130&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=m&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9026998&hvtargid=pla-2281435179738&psc=1&mcid=f35f900bba9e3995b42c9aaefa691f70&hvocijid=15995692367654014130-B0C1ZLDX22-&hvexpln=73&gad_source=1 Here are the covers. I bought them from Amazon. I attached a link for you
I'm in the process of putting a trolling motor on my kayak your's has been the simplest video to understand
BTW thanks for the video. I am in the middle of motorizing 2 Titan 12 propel kayaks. I used your info and video as a basis for everything I am building. BTW don't bother answering my previous question about the vents. I found your info in the previous comments from other posts.
I found the cord you used to be to stretchy. I switched to using weed trimmer line and it has absolutely no stretch. I will find out how durable it is as I use the motor. I am using round trimmer string .095 diameter.
Hey John your parts list is incomplete. Where did you get the intake and and exhaust vents for the fans and what are the part numbers. What crimp connectors did you use to hook up the wiring to the pwm.
What do you recommend when it comes to selecting the PWM, for a Minn Kota 30. 0:14 0:14 0:14 I see 60 Amp and 100 Amp on you tube. If I upgraded to a MK 40, would the same PWM for a 30 work?
I would go ahead and get the 100 even it’s just rated for 60 amp continuous.
This is a great video. Thank you very much for sharing. What is the name or the link for the plastic that covers the fans?
www.amazon.com/GWYAN-Marine-Transducer-Clamshell-Mounting/dp/B0B7LPGHDM/ref=asc_df_B0B7LPGHDM/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=692875362841&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=11748047881999258171&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=m&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9026998&hvtargid=pla-2281435177338&psc=1&mcid=8fc582a9cfab3ff1a22179bf5ee20dd8&hvocijid=11748047881999258171-B0B7LPGHDM-&hvexpln=73&gad_source=1
Here’s a link to the clam shell vent covers
@@Video-Bass-fishing much obliged
I ran to Home Depot this morning and just finished building the steering box. I decided to do the criss-crossing in the box itself by putting the left line in the right exit hole, and the right line in the left exit hole. I also angled these holes a bit to avoid friction and potentially cutting the line. Now I just need to figure out a way to give the handle less play inside the box, although I suppose it'll move less once there's tension from the rest of the line. Such a simple and beautiful design. I'm so grateful the algorithm put you on my path. You have not only saved me money, but got me moving forward with my kayak build out of pure excitement. Once again, thank you!
@@abahamaca absolutely love hearing this. Thank you so much. This has made my day. Please tell others about us and continue to monitor our channel for other great tips.
Awesome video! I’m looking to do the ball mount as well. Where do you hook the ball into on your kayak?
I mounted mine on a flat spot using ram ball mount. I’ll send you a link
Great video. What are the black air diverter covers on the outside of the box and where can I get them?
I actually have an intake and exhaust fan to help cool in the Texas summer heat these cover those I’ll share the the links with you.
www.amazon.com/Strong-120x120x25mm-Computer-Cooling-1600RPM/dp/B07K2Y9XSH/ref=mp_s_a_1_2_sspa?adgrpid=64521890308&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.4jRZQ7BfYXOoqivTrrEjP0E_qh2I-iSHs0ykEj0l2Fq6Skd2X4Ah_pDXJnKBSJs_aqgPhCkoOfG7Z5H5Kv1rGjnrz90Exr8OL6rd7UYOANPYAdTh_8UPggAI49y6_KnDdDvDHuDMpakfgKegHF4MNYRDaFMBoSig2fzO0yOTB91QsfqV3w8ZjvtwPsYRJ4RJY5uH1oRuRYB2qUiH9lQ-IQ.df7l0DmXVGMcfddwEMDXiCNT4oGvpHqnqwo-yVg7MNU&dib_tag=se&hvadid=651335585243&hvdev=m&hvlocphy=9028153&hvnetw=g&hvqmt=b&hvrand=8312632568376729248&hvtargid=kwd-298404015486&hydadcr=12195_13429354&keywords=dc%2Bfan%2B12v&qid=1718983031&sr=8-2-spons&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9waG9uZV9zZWFyY2hfYXRm&psc=1&th=1
www.amazon.com/GWYAN-Marine-Transducer-Clamshell-Mounting/dp/B0B7LPGHDM/ref=asc_df_B0B7LPGHDM/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=693769151228&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=1930497049086385897&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=m&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9028153&hvtargid=pla-1890170109556&psc=1&mcid=8fc582a9cfab3ff1a22179bf5ee20dd8&gad_source=1
Thanks for your comment
Perfect. Thanks!
Great comparison! Glad I went with the NK300 on my kayak.
Good choice!
Really like this when I look to make an upgrade I hope that I can put this together. I will definitely reach out when I get to that point.
Anytime bud. We need to hook up and do some fishing soon
Roughly how much would you say for PWM would be? $60?
@@ETXYakin a good 100amp PWM is around 60.00 on Amazon. The box and fittings will run around twenty bucks and the way I mounted mine was a ram b arm and two ram balls. That’ll cost you 25 so all together you looking at around 100. Total
@@Video-Bass-fishing yes sir we do after this Lake fork tournament we should try to get a time together. My summer is pretty flexible.
@@ETXYakin sounds good
How much does a Pwm extend battery life by as compared to just running the Minn Kota (30) directly off the battery? I usually run in setting 2 or 3.
@@oldretiree it will extend your battery life by a few hours. I like that I can fine tune the speed as well it’s almost like having spot lock with the fine running it brings
Hey John do you ever worry about water in the box if you roll the kayak?
@@robertcolvin7989 I have never had an issue with it. I never flipped my boat though. I’m sure it would t be good for the PWM though.
@@robertcolvin7989 my bow was water tight until I added fans for intake and exhaust
Hi John , I am in Adealide South Australia , like your vids, can you help with the name and where to get the fan vent covers on the PWM box you have , i just can find them and miss the name you called them :) thanks for any help you may have for me:)
www.amazon.com/FDXGYH-Marine-Transducer-Clamshell-Mounting/dp/B0C1ZLDX22/ref=asc_df_B0C1ZLDX22/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=692875362841&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=15995692367654014130&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=m&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9026998&hvtargid=pla-2281435179738&psc=1&mcid=f35f900bba9e3995b42c9aaefa691f70&hvocijid=15995692367654014130-B0C1ZLDX22-&hvexpln=73&gad_source=1
Here are the covers. I bought them from Amazon. I attached a link for you
@@Video-Bass-fishing Thank you so much that awesome cheers John
What a good video! do you have a link for your display battery meter?
www.amazon.com/Waterproof-Motorcycle-Remaining-Percentage-Temperature/dp/B0BZRYMMKD/ref=asc_df_B0BZRYMMKD/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=692875362841&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=3837913671555968072&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=m&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9026998&hvtargid=pla-2281435178578&psc=1&mcid=49674d1653f93c2889e899e773e5a9e2&hvocijid=3837913671555968072-B0BZRYMMKD-&hvexpln=73&gad_source=1
Thank you I enjoy making videos to help others out
How are the fans connected ? To the forward/ reverse switch?
They are connected to the power and ground inside the box to the output side of the PWM so when power is applied they come on
What part of Texas are you from?
I live near Lake fork
Where you at I suck at this n usually don't have the right tools
@@FishingWithDummies78 I’m in Texas. My number is 903- 268-2198
If you do wire it incorrectly, there's a fusable link on those that can be soldered. Ask me how I know. ;D
Well I’ve thrown a few of them away. Lol. Wish I would’ve known this