Recent content by Markv

Exactly this. That's how mine is mounted. The upside is that it is stored across the front when not in use, and doesn't intrude inside the seating area. Spot lock and everything else works as it should.

I'm running a Terrova with spot lock. The cost of the unit and the install hurt up front, but I feel it was worth it in the end. A couple of weekends ago, we used the spot lock feature to anchor the boat in a nice spot while we hung out and enjoyed the spring weather on the lake. It's also nice...

Here's my install details. Big fan of the spotlock! https://club.benningtonmarine.com/threads/trolling-motor-install-questions.9089/post-172932

I really hope they will update the helm designs in the near future. I love my Benny, but some of the other brands(including cheaper brands) have really nice modern helms that make mine look dated. It would also be nice to make the helm dash more friendly to aftermarket modifications. I like how...

I have mine side mounted on a Shuttle Slide. When stowed, I can slide it back so that it doesn't stick out when docking. It has two thumb screws to deal with when I want to remove it. I only fish in the cold months. In the summertime, the family likes to hang out on the bow when anchored. So...

Thanks, yeah I'm wondering if that's what happened here, something got between the prop blade and skeg.

Thanks all, the prop is pretty clean except one blade has a groove on the back end. The boats getting taken out to install a trolling motor in a month, so I'm hoping the dealer can look at it then and advise on fix. Even if it doesn't impact performance, it's bugging me and my OCD. So if the fix...

I’m pretty careful with the boat and stick to anchoring in coves. The back corner of the skeg is missing and it’s bent. One of the prop blades has a small dent but the other two are clean. How did I do this? I could have only hit and bent it like that going in reverse. The one weird thing is...

I think Minn Kota recommends upping the guage from 8 to 6 if running 24v batteries from the back of the boat. I'm thinking of trying out a 24v lithium 60ah battery in a DIY battery box with handle, that I could carry to/from boat and charge at home. That would alleviate the cold charging issue...

How many hours do you get out of that 60ah? I noticed they make 24v batteries up to 60ah, which is appealing. Instead of charging at the marina slip, I could take it home and charge it. It's light enough to carry too. I'm not too excited about having two 70lb batteries taking up storage space...

Hi All, I'm planning on installing a Minn Kota Terrova Trolling motor on my 22LSR. Going with a port side bow mount, like some have done. Sounds like Spot Lock works fine in this mounting configuration based on other people's experiences. Question I have is around battery placement. My boat is...

I was about to buy a Crest because the Bennington dealer didn't have any inventory in my price point. The day I was going to drive over to sign the papers on the Crest, the Bennington dealer reached out about a L series they got in. I was so much happier with the features on the Bennington...

My boat’s MSRP is 12K more. Glad I bought in April!

I haven't tried a cover yet. I did read that the OEM one is hard to remove. Amazon carries an aftermarket silicone one as well.

So far, I'm using some chrome rod holders mounted on the ski tow bar. I also store my rods in the center tube, but my boat is in a covered slip and we also use the cover(to keep bird poop and pollen off the seats). So far, my center toon locker has stayed dry.