Has anyone here mounted a Minn Kota Talon directly to the transom of an RT188 or TX18? I am considering adding the 8ft model to the port side but I want to add as little weight as possible so I'm not interested in a sandwich bracket. I have the 2015 model RT188 and there is no access to the transom right of the battery compartment for the washers and nuts.
Would it be possible to drill holes and mount using screws or lag bolts? My concern is that screws would pull through but I figured I'd ask.
I know this would void the warranty but I may be willing to live with that if I can mount without an additional bracket.