Do they make a lift assist for a 70# MinnKota ?? Also I notice the larger units have a sorta brace that when stowed braces the head of the unit against the floor. Is that sort of thing recommended for all units ?
thanks
Do they make a lift assist for a 70# MinnKota ?? Also I notice the larger units have a sorta brace that when stowed braces the head of the unit against the floor. Is that sort of thing recommended for all units ?
thanks
If it is a "true" 70, there is no lift assist available. If it is a "Ranger" 70, it is a 4" motor and you can get (if it's still available) the lift assist parts for the mount. a true 70 is a 3 5/8" motor with the skeg made onto the bullet front. A 4" motor has the skeg at the rear by the prop.
The other item you speak of is a stabilizer. If you run rough water, even boat wakes, the stabilizer is recommended. It can be put on any size Maxxum or Fortrex motor. Let me know if I can help.
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There are several of us here that have put on shocks on both sides, I did it last year and it did make a difference....I will see if I can take a picture and post here..
Both sides in stored position...
http://www.bbcboards.net/showthread.php?t=776700
Here's the thread on how to install your own.
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Thanks Jeff for finding it, I was going to look for it this morning...Originally Posted by Jeff Hahn
Thanks for the info guys!!!
I just checked and I do indeed have a 70 with the skeg built into the cone. Looks like its gonna be a home made option for me.
If you need any info let us know, good folks here willing to help....the shocks will make a difference..
I just bought a new 80# Minnkota Fortrex, but with the lift kit I could lift and stow my old 74# motor with two fingers.
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