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The whole idea is because the boat I'm looking at has an autopilot system on the main motor which I'm trying to utilize with the kicker. I suppose removing the swim platform is always an option too...

Has anyone ever modified an EZ steer rod to work around their swim platform? Boat I'm looking at has an I/O with a 3/4 length swim platform off the transom. I'm trying to figure out which kicker mount and tie-bar setup I will need to make this work? I'm thinking I would almost need a "Z" shape bent into the rod to clear the swim platform and allow the kicker to be raised and lowered via an adjustable mount. Is there enough length on these rods to allow for some drastic bends? Is there a better way to go about this? Is attaching and detaching the rod during trolling an option? Seems like I would never be able to reach and attach to the main motor with the swim platform there.

At those speeds you are probably looking at closer to 4ft of depth per color. I use the 27# suffix performance leadcore with 30# KastKing braid backing. I picked up a 1000yd spool of the KastKing braid on ebay for $35, never had a problem with it.

This is a gps/sonar only unit, comes with everything needed to install... mount, knobs, transducer, power cord, screen cover, original box and manuals. I have a brand new RAM (2.25” ball) for this unit for an extra $90. $700 +shipping for the unit. SOLD

Brand new never installed 2.25" ball RAM Mount... the model # is RAM-D-202-25-C-202U. I can get pics if someone wants but a quick google will get you all the pics and info you want. $90 TYD

Pretty sure this was the one that was for sale at the Brewerton ELOSTA Flea Market a couple weeks ago. I was surprised it didn't sell there... but I'd be even more surprised if it did sell on that craigslist ad with no contact info lol.

When you renew it you use the same card you already have again, just fyi.

So im looking at buying a larger boat This year. A couple boats I have come across have autopilot systems in them (raymarine ev100 has shown up on 2 of them). I don’t know much about auto pilot systems but I do know big carbed V8 I/O motors aren’t good on fuel. If I wanted to install a kicker on a boat with autopilot is it as simple as connecting the kicker to the main via tie-bar system and the autopilot will basically steer the kicker? If the boat has hydraulic steering will the AP even work with the main motor off?

For browns a decent M or ML 8' will work fine, size 20 LC reels will be more than enough. If you want decent cheap combo, Daiwa Wilderness rod and Okuma Magda Reel with catch browns all day and should cost you under $80 per combo (Under $70 on Fishusa.com). Keep an eye out in the classifieds here for rods and reels, Daiwa Accudepths or Okuma Convectors are a step up from Magdas. I spool my reels with 12lb Berkley Big Game mono and 10lb flouro leaders (6-7').

I use the offshore inlines for pulling coppers for kings. They will pull the boat under but haven't had it cause a mess yet. I use the Sams Pro release on the front clip which releases and keeps the board from diving.

Yup, I used 27lb leadcore and 30lb braid backing. I fit enough backing to be able to run it on in-line planers and land fish. It’s prolly a better fit on a 45 size reel but I didn’t have one at the time.

Might be tough to find adjustables in that range. If you decide to go fixed you should check these guys out. Best price on a fixed triples I have found. I have a pair on my boat and they work great. http://www.madsdocks.com/shop/Item/pmpoletree

I have 6 of the 30 size and 2 of the 45 size, the 30 size is prolly the most versatile imo. I have 30s spooled with mono, wire and leadcore on them, they all work great.

make me a reasonable offer and if I cant find a trade soon, my only other option is to sell it and buy what I want.

I have a good condition Okuma Coldwater 453D that I would like to trade for a Convector 55LS. Anyone interested PM me.

Unit is 1.5 years old and has 272 hours on it, it is a Helix 7 G2N (networkable) with CHIRP, Side and Down imaging. Comes with gimble bracket, knobs, transducer, soft screen cover and an anti-glare screen protector that was installed as soon as it was removed from the box. DOES NOT come with a power cord (less than $20 for a new one). Unit works flawless, just upgrading to a larger unit. Can get pictures upon request. $500+shipping or pickup in Utica-Rome area.

I've heard good things about the new G3N Humminbird and their MEGA+ units. Seems like every company is focusing alot more on the side/down imagining aspects of their units now. Not sure how useful that is to us deep water trollers but it seems like the future is heading in that direction.