Going from motorguide to minnkota trolly

**Trx5Trx510r** · 02-10-2019, 05:16 AM

Will i need to get all new wiring for the change?

**fishin couillon** · 02-10-2019, 07:22 AM

What switch? I believe all Phoenix are TM's are hard wired. One thing you will need to check is the breaker....When I changed out my MG Tour to Ultrex I had to bump up the breaker......

**Trx5Trx510r** · 02-10-2019, 08:52 AM

618pro not quite sure on breaker size but will definitely check as im going to the ultrex thanks

**06 SB** · 02-10-2019, 09:29 AM

No reason to change any wiring. As mentioned, you will probably need a larger breaker. If an on/off switch is installed, it should be fine. If not and you want one, there are switch/breakers that you can install to do both. Also, if you remove the right panel on the MK mount, it will reveal another set of mounting holes that normally line up with MG mounting holes.

**fishin couillon** · 02-10-2019, 09:34 AM

Joel, on my 619 I was able to use the existing holes from the MG mount with the exception of 2 holes. Sealed those up and made two more new ones.

**Jigflipper88** · 02-10-2019, 09:43 AM

The hardest part is gonna be training your self that the foot button is in the other side. Lol. I have minn Kota. Dad has motorguide. We always aggravate each other in who has the backwards pedal.

**fishin couillon** · 02-10-2019, 10:01 AM

^^^^ isn't that true.....

**Trx5Trx510r** · 02-10-2019, 10:34 AM

Originally Posted by fishin couillon

Joel, on my 619 I was able to use the existing holes from the MG mount with the exception of 2 holes. Sealed those up and made two more new ones.

Thanks for the tips fellas!

**06 SB** · 02-10-2019, 02:19 PM

I really do not think you will need to drill any holes. I removed the original MG off my current boat and replaced it with a MK Fortrex. By removing the side plate on the MK, it revealed several mounting options (holes). I did not need to do any drilling. I did this on my previous boat too.

**Trx5Trx510r** · 02-10-2019, 05:00 PM

Anyone have a ultrex on a 618? Footpedel fit fine?

**fishin couillon** · 02-10-2019, 07:51 PM

I think they all have the same size foot tray...

**Triton19x2** · 02-10-2019, 08:07 PM

As long as you are not changing voltage (24 - 36) you should be fine

**sdendy** · 02-11-2019, 06:15 AM

Originally Posted by Jigflipper88

The hardest part is gonna be training your self that the foot button is in the other side. Lol. I have minn Kota. Dad has motorguide. We always aggravate each other in who has the backwards pedal.

This

I have had mine for going on 3 years and I still find myself with my foot on wrong side wondering why I am not going anywhere.

**Tom Edwards** · 02-11-2019, 10:21 AM

Originally Posted by sdendy

This

I have had mine for going on 3 years and I still find myself with my foot on wrong side wondering why I am not going anywhere.

Yup, been about 6 or 7 years for me, counting my last boat after I changed motors on it.

**cde21** · 02-11-2019, 02:35 PM

I have a 719 and recently went from a MG to an Ultrex. If you are planning on going 45" shaft, it will mount fine. Your cover will fit a tad different, but still covers it. Foot pedal fits just a little snug. I haven't had to change out my breaker? I have the one from the factory so I'm not sure on that part?

**Trx5Trx510r** · 02-11-2019, 02:59 PM

Originally Posted by cde21

I have a 719 and recently went from a MG to an Ultrex. If you are planning on going 45" shaft, it will mount fine. Your cover will fit a tad different, but still covers it. Foot pedal fits just a little snug. I haven't had to change out my breaker? I have the one from the factory so I'm not sure on that part?

Really hoping with the 45shaft wont have to redo my cover also!

So do i and seems thar breaker will be fine unless going above 36v

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