NorCal Kayak Anglers
Kayak Fishing Zone => General Fishing Tips => Topic started by: dtizz on June 22, 2017, 01:54:32 PM
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Pic below shows how I made a secure anchor for my 12 foot Gregor and trailer by digging a hole and casting some galvanized pipe in concrete. Boat is locked to the trailer, boat is locked to the ground, and trailer is locked to the ground. All using THICK (expensive) security chain and (expensive) motorcycle security locks. I also have a hitch lock on there for good measure.
The pipe is filled with concrete so it'll quickly tear up any blade designed to cut metal.
As for the motor, I would avoid bolting it on. It's much less likely to get stolen if it's on an outboard motor stand in your garage...
If you're worried about the clamps scuffing up your boat, get one of these:
https://custom-rubber.myshopify.com/products/custom-rubber-transom-pad?variant=1049140805
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If your motor is just clamped on, then yes, you'll want to include a safety rope.
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Unless the transom is soft for some reason, you shouldn't need to firm it up.
The transom on my Gregor was toast when I bought it. Soft and squishy with dry rot. I made a new transom board and swapped it out.
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Yeah, you may need to install an eye of some sort if you don't have anything to attach the rope to.
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My old man has a 10' livie we've been using to harass the local bass population.
If you have a secure place to park it i dont see a need for all the precaution. Ive never seen a clamped engine come off during travel, road or water. They usually have beefy hinged knobs on the clamping screws that hang in a down position and take some effort to spin, they wont generally back out on their own.
Only thing id add to my pops rig is some side guides on the trailer, the cat hull is a pita to get back on the trailer in a cross wind or current.
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"I like the security of bolting it on as I'm bouncing the trailer on a potholed road, but also a little hesitant to do any drilling in that nice new (to me) boat."
I use one of these to keep the motor from excessive bouncing when trailering. Super easy and a couple different mounting options. Mine has a small bracket (4 sheet metal screws) that mounts to the trailer then the bracket runs to the motor where it is secured with a bungee. Helps to prevent the shock of the bouncing motor which will damage your transom eventually.
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No worries. I use one with a 15hp. Doesn't alleviate the shock from every bump but does add significant support. I have towed the boat hundreds of miles, many of those on bumpy dirt/back roads without damage.
Just look at the brand options and you should be able to find the mount that works best for attaching to the trailer.
tight lines
pete