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    Ultrex Kick Stand

    I ordered the 54" Ultrex 24v for my Nitro Z8. It seems like the kickstand or stabilizer bar is too long for a bass boat. Is there a way to get a shorter bar? If I mounted it, the trolling motor wouldn't come anywhere near laying down in a fixed position. Is the stabilizer bar longer for the 54" than the 45" model?

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    Are you talking about the bar that keeps the TM from bouncing when it's in the stowed position? If so, you have to cut it to the required length.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Sokyangler View Post
    I ordered the 54" Ultrex 24v for my Nitro Z8. It seems like the kickstand or stabilizer bar is too long for a bass boat. Is there a way to get a shorter bar? If I mounted it, the trolling motor wouldn't come anywhere near laying down in a fixed position. Is the stabilizer bar longer for the 54" than the 45" model?
    Did you read the motor installation instructions?
    https://www.manualslib.com/manual/13...page=21#manual

    You customize it with a HACK SAW
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    Didn't know they made a 54" Ultrex? Thought 52" was The longest?

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    Quote Originally Posted by Wayne P. View Post
    Did you read the motor installation instructions?
    https://www.manualslib.com/manual/13...page=21#manual

    You customize it with a HACK SAW
    And, it's almost solid aluminum so be sure to start with a fresh blade.

    If the dealer rigged your boat, they should have done this....just sayin'.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Champ 2001 View Post
    Didn't know they made a 54" Ultrex? Thought 52" was The longest?
    They make a 60”

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    Quote Originally Posted by Champ 2001 View Post
    Didn't know they made a 54" Ultrex? Thought 52" was The longest?
    They make a 60”

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    Me thinks your trolling!

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    Quote Originally Posted by SoonerFan View Post
    And, it's almost solid aluminum so be sure to start with a fresh blade.
    Have a 2nd blade ready just in case. I used cheap blades and went thru 2 making this cut.
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    Quote Originally Posted by BassF3arMe View Post
    Have a 2nd blade ready just in case. I used cheap blades and went thru 2 making this cut.
    Cheap ain't the word if it took two.. good thing it was soft aluminum.. Might take a handful if it was mild steel.

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    I just used my chop saw. I didn't have the patience to use a hack saw.

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