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02-09-2014, 05:06 PM
stratos284

Looks good, and a coanglers dream:laugh:
02-17-2014, 10:27 AM
cglenn

Talon works great but I have one major issue......

I need to find a new hobby that I suck less at. Could not buy any decent fish on Rayburn this past weekend.....
03-03-2014, 12:43 PM
GLOCKMEISTER

You have successfully given me enough info to make my decision. I will be getting the 10-12 for talons. Now I just have to get good measurements to make sure and see if the 12 will fit in my garage.
03-03-2014, 01:33 PM
cglenn

Measurements

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Originally Posted by GLOCKMEISTER

You have successfully given me enough info to make my decision. I will be getting the 10-12 for talons. Now I just have to get good measurements to make sure and see if the 12 will fit in my garage.

Let me know if I can help
03-03-2014, 01:57 PM
blazenlo95

Nice instal and beautiful boat!:cool:
03-03-2014, 02:21 PM
GLOCKMEISTER

Glen actually you can. Can I get a measurement from the top part of the bracket attachment, that is attached to the talon, and the top of the talon? From looking at the pictures it's looking like the bracket that's on the talon is attached to your Jackplate bracket and is about level at the top. So from that measurement up to the top of the talon will help me allot. Thanks
03-03-2014, 04:58 PM
cglenn

Quote:

Originally Posted by GLOCKMEISTER

Glen actually you can. Can I get a measurement from the top part of the bracket attachment, that is attached to the talon, and the top of the talon? From looking at the pictures it's looking like the bracket that's on the talon is attached to your Jackplate bracket and is about level at the top. So from that measurement up to the top of the talon will help me allot. Thanks

Will do tonight.
03-03-2014, 06:36 PM
John Leeder

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Two 12 footers on a Legend.

Attachment 97082
03-03-2014, 06:48 PM
BoatBuggy

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Originally Posted by John Leeder

Two 12 footers on a Legend.

Attachment 97082

They don't look too tall at all. The 10's would be below the top of the cowling on that one.

Too bad MK doesn't make one with the control head on the left side and one with the control head on the right side. Then anal retentive OCDs like me could get the symmetry of the control heads pointing in towards the engine or pointing out to the sides.
03-03-2014, 06:48 PM
cglenn

Quote:

Originally Posted by GLOCKMEISTER

Glen actually you can. Can I get a measurement from the top part of the bracket attachment, that is attached to the talon, and the top of the talon? From looking at the pictures it's looking like the bracket that's on the talon is attached to your Jackplate bracket and is about level at the top. So from that measurement up to the top of the talon will help me allot. Thanks

Hope this helps GLOCKMEISTER

http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q...pst180a2l8.jpg

http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q...psnry4ytlc.jpg

http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q...psmikhpxf8.jpg

http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q...psdw8p7qtk.jpg
03-03-2014, 07:24 PM
blazenlo95

Quote:

Originally Posted by BoatBuggy

They don't look too tall at all. The 10's would be below the top of the cowling on that one.

Too bad MK doesn't make one with the control head on the left side and one with the control head on the right side. Then anal retentive OCDs like me could get the symmetry of the control heads pointing in towards the engine or pointing out to the sides.

TOTALLY AGREE! I like the talons better because of the lack of pumps and hydro fluid. But can't get past the control heads going the same way. I thought on the 10' and 12's they faced the front.:confused2:
03-03-2014, 09:03 PM
GLOCKMEISTER

Thank you Glenn, that's exactly what I needed :)
03-03-2014, 09:05 PM
GLOCKMEISTER

Glenn Have you ran your rig since you installed them?
03-04-2014, 06:57 AM
cglenn

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Originally Posted by GLOCKMEISTER

Glenn Have you ran your rig since you installed them?

Yes. Anything specific you are interested in and maybe I can give you some feedback.
03-04-2014, 07:33 AM
BoatBuggy

@cglenn

About how far does the Talon stick out off the main bracket? Looks to be 8" to 12" with the tilt bracket.
03-04-2014, 11:11 AM
cglenn

Quote:

Originally Posted by BoatBuggy

@cglenn

About how far does the Talon stick out off the main bracket? Looks to be 8" to 12" with the tilt bracket.

I can measure this evening
03-05-2014, 03:00 PM
GLOCKMEISTER

just curious about dragging the water on takeoff and grabbing water when you stop.
03-05-2014, 03:18 PM
Cabela10

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Originally Posted by GLOCKMEISTER

just curious about dragging the water on takeoff and grabbing water when you stop.

Not all of these Talon setups are the same. You can adjust where the Talon is in the bracket. If you drag water in your boat at takeoff, you raise the Talon up an inch and you keep doing this until you achieve no drag. Typically if it's adjusted right at takeoff, you won't have any issues at shutdown.
03-05-2014, 03:20 PM
Cabela10

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Originally Posted by Dantzx190

Just curious, is there a reason you chose to install the talon on one side as opposed to the other?
I was just wondering if it would be in the way when you have a co - angler on board.

I don't think a boater should be concerned about a co-angler that fishes with him, unless that co-angler is a wife that has an opinion on the issue. Also, whoever installs one, like myself, will eventually purchase a second, like myself again, so it won't matter what side you install the single Talon on.
03-08-2014, 12:13 PM
cglenn

http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q...psiyfp3j5m.jpg

Quote:

Originally Posted by BoatBuggy

@cglenn

About how far does the Talon stick out off the main bracket? Looks to be 8" to 12" with the tilt bracket.
03-08-2014, 01:44 PM
BoatBuggy

Thanks cglenn. :thumb up2:
03-09-2014, 08:17 PM
jgun

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Only one way I can think to improve on your install. Put them on a Skeeter and give it a twin! Just kiddin'. Wanted to add my picture to the thread in case it helps anyone. Your install really looks great and the red is AWESOME with your boat. Great job!Attachment 98379
03-09-2014, 10:34 PM
gatorsin09

power pole had them beat until these bad boys came out. thx for the pics now I have no idea what to get
03-10-2014, 06:41 AM
cglenn

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Originally Posted by jgun

Only one way I can think to improve on your install. Put them on a Skeeter and give it a twin! Just kiddin'. Wanted to add my picture to the thread in case it helps anyone. Your install really looks great and the red is AWESOME with your boat. Great job!Attachment 98379

Thanks. So far I am really impressed with the functionality.

How do you like yours ?
03-11-2014, 09:40 AM
jgun

They've been great for me so far. I love the extra reach and was in very strong current with them the other day on a local hydroelectric lake and they held fine in any direction. I was extremely impressed. I actually mounted a foot pedal up front AND one by the drivers station so I can drive up to a spot and deploy them from the driver's seat. It also helps when I forget to put them up after I pull the trolling motor.
03-11-2014, 09:44 AM
VinceJE

Is there not a way to mount one of the standard remotes to the console instead of having to buy 2 wireless foot switches?
03-11-2014, 09:56 AM
jgun

Oh, sure, you could. But the foot switch had the "cool factor". :cool: I just liked this setup better. To each his own...
03-11-2014, 03:16 PM
panamagixxer

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I have 2 12's on my z518c. Had 1 on my last boat and loved it, so I had to get 2 on the new boat.

Attachment 98728
03-11-2014, 03:53 PM
BoatBuggy

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Originally Posted by panamagixxer

I have 2 12's on my z518c. Had 1 on my last boat and loved it, so I had to get 2 on the new boat.

Attachment 98728

:thumb up2:

Yesterday I ordered two 12'ers in black for my Z520c along with an extra set of mounting brackets and quick connects so I can put them on my ProCraft as well. Both boats get a lot of use and the ease of being able to move between boats was what put the Talons over the top.
03-11-2014, 08:31 PM
mknj671

How much does each 12ft pole weigh without the bracket?
03-11-2014, 08:48 PM
Snapinjaws

Very nice. Looking at putting one on my Champion 184. Are these Heavier than the 8' and 10'?
03-11-2014, 10:39 PM
k5tao

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I have 2 12' Talons on my Z9. I love them and the work well. I have the foot switch up front and on the console I programed one remote to work both the units at once so if I pull up to the ramp to get out I just push the remote on the console.

Attachment 98859
03-12-2014, 12:01 AM
Cabela10

k5tao, I recently bought the foot switch and I noticed it has to be drilled/screwed into the floor. Is that what you did, or is there another way to install the foot switch.
03-12-2014, 10:34 AM
panamagixxer

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Attachment 98912

Here is a picture of the wires running in to the boat. They had to cut an additional hole, they also added a plastic cover, but I don't have a pic of that handy.
03-31-2014, 12:34 PM
mnsabre

Thanks glenn for directing me here. Does any body by chance know if I can install the universal jack plate bracket on a 6 in slide master plate with the e-ladder. Also will this setup obstruct my si transducer mounted on my starboard side jack plate?

thanks.

Talon looks awesome on all the boats shown here!
04-01-2014, 07:21 AM
Jonestrollingmotor

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Originally Posted by mnsabre

Thanks glenn for directing me here. Does any body by chance know if I can install the universal jack plate bracket on a 6 in slide master plate with the e-ladder. Also will this setup obstruct my si transducer mounted on my starboard side jack plate?

thanks.

Talon looks awesome on all the boats shown here!

They will not be low enough to obstruct the SI tranducer. The brackets will mount on the slide master, but not sure if they will interfere with the e ladder. Call me if I can help.
John
04-11-2014, 10:59 AM
OldMikey

I'm looking to add a 12' talon and am lost on which bracket to get. I have a Bob's Machine Shop hydraulic jp. What I'm not sure of is do I need the spacer kit plus the jackplate bracket or the sandwich bracket? Any advise is greatly appreciated!
http://i116.photobucket.com/albums/o...130_155111.jpg
04-11-2014, 12:25 PM
LTZ25

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Originally Posted by OldMikey

I'm looking to add a 12' talon and am lost on which bracket to get. I have a Bob's Machine Shop hydraulic jp. What I'm not sure of is do I need the spacer kit plus the jackplate bracket or the sandwich bracket? Any advise is greatly appreciated!
http://i116.photobucket.com/albums/o...130_155111.jpg

Those are both beautiful boats on this post ! I'd go with duel poles .
04-11-2014, 02:57 PM
GLOCKMEISTER

OldMikey, I installed mine with just the regular brackets on both sides. The sandwich bracket install means the motor has to come off. Anytime your doing this something bad can happen like it not getting sealed back and your transom getting water logged. The make a Bobs spacer bracket but I didnt need it. holla f you need help
04-14-2015, 09:51 AM
Andrew1275

Looks great!

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