{"id":254,"date":"2019-03-22T04:49:25","date_gmt":"2019-03-22T04:49:25","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/jaimeastin.com\/?p=254"},"modified":"2019-03-22T05:00:47","modified_gmt":"2019-03-22T05:00:47","slug":"installing-a-recessed-trolling-motor-tray","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/jaimeastin.com\/?p=254","title":{"rendered":"Installing A Recessed Trolling Motor Tray"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Installing recessed trolling motor tray on the Bass Tracker Heritage and Bass Tracker Classic can be a daunting task. Not only is cutting and drilling holes in a boat scary, but the fear of losing a warranty on a brand new boat has stopped this project from happening for many people.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I was on the fence for some time, but after doing it, all I ask is why did I wait so long? Truth is, there was no information on how to and the information that was available was mixed and discouraging.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

First, you will need a trolling motor tray. This is the tray I selected:
RRDE RECESSED TROLLING MTR PAN : https:\/\/amzn.to\/2U5oYSE<\/a>

RECESSED TROLLING MOTOR PAN
Powder coated aluminum. UV protected. Universal – any brand of trolling motor foot control will fit in the pan. Dimensions: 9-3\/4”Wx17”Lx4”D. Outside flange dimensions: 12”Wx19-1\/2”L.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The lips of the tray are 1 inch around. I started my cut, one inch from the front cover. This allows the tray to be lined up with the front hatch cover.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Use the images below for help with your install, if you have any questions, please ask.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Start by measuring and taping off the area to cut.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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Remove the carpet. Use a sharp blade and cut a box inside the taped area. I started in the center and pulled to the edges. Be carful and remove carpet slowly to prevent pulling more than required.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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Once the carpet is removed, use a drill either in the corner or in the center. I used a jigsaw, but a router could work or a small hand saw. If you are installing from the center, there is no beam in the vicinity of the tray to worry about. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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Once the wood is removed, begin the dig out the foam… This is the hardest and messiest part. Use a small garden hand rake. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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As you remove the foam, stop to fit the tray. Remove as much foam as required for fitting. Remove any wood along the edges I needed. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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Once the tray is fitted in, it should not have any play.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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Top down view of tray with foot controller.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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Side view of tray with foot controller.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Installing recessed trolling motor tray on the Bass Tracker Heritage and Bass Tracker Classic can be a daunting task. Not only is cutting and drilling holes in a boat scary, but the fear of losing a warranty on a brand new boat has stopped this project from happening for many people. I was on the… <\/p>\n

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