hello ,
I am about to install a ultrex 80/45 next week on my 2016 PT175TXW. Currently have a maxxum 70 on it. Stock dowco cover( not fortrex model) .
I am being told by many that the cover will not fit and that the head causes it to not reach under the gunnel below the head.
1. Can anyone confirm if they have been able to make the stock cover fit by installing the TM mount differently angled or another way? or some people have said its possible if you stow it with the head in and prop facing out it may fit( but no one can confirm this). That is how i currently always stow mine after snapping a prop shaft when the TM pedal decided to turn on , on its own.
2. If it wont fit, does anyone have a photo of their cover that has been alter and on the boat? Last year i saw a pic of FB where someone got it altered and just like a 12x12 patch where the head of the TM is to give it the extra room below to reach the gunnel.
Closest canvas place to me is quoting 3-400 and stated they would most likely cut the whole cover where the TM is a sew on a new section that fits the whole TM to the front. Seems like too much when i know ive seen pics of just a patch. Place told me if i can provide pics of that , then they can quote me that and go from there.
Any pics would be great, unless anyone has info on making it work with the stock cover. Unfortunately mine sits outside, otherwise this wouldnt be an issue. i always tow with the cover off, unless it raining.
NOTE - i dont not want to get a quick release plate. I fish to much to deal with taking it on and off and its parked outside so taking off the TM and laying on the deck is not a good theft deterrent option.
Thanks
Ryan