Minn Kota I pilot

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Originally Posted by jamesbalog

I still havent added a bow mount like i planned, the one i was trying to purchase was sold before i could get to it. I intend on putting one on this winter. my question for you guys is where did you put the batteries?

my boat is a center console that is already very stern heavy with a 200hp engine, a kicker, two batteries back there and 2-3 people back there fishing.

Ideally id like to keep them as far forward as possible. I have room in the bow to make a box but not sure if id want them up there with the severe pounding my boat takes on Erie. My other option is under the center console which i think may be the best bet.

Did you ever end up doing this? I’m thinking about it and have the same concer with battery placement. I’d like to put them in the bow area but the pound on Lake Michigan is a real concern.