Topic: Cable length on my new 52″ Shaft MinnKota 101 Fourtrex, on 2008 Puma

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March 28, 2010 at 5:04 pm #272566

Kirk Simpson
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I just bought a New 2008 Puma, picked it up from BCB last week. It is one awsome looking ride and am very happy so far. I had them put on the MK 101 Fourtrex with the 52″ shaft, we need it here in Michigan. The issue I see is that there does not seem to be enough cable length while in the stowed position to be able to have the motor raised for shallow water. There is not enough slack in the cable that goes from the head to the foot peddle, and the cables are already leaning at an upward angle coming out of the peddle. Both the motor mount and the foot peddle appear to be in the only places they can really go. And I have to prop the motor up to get into the rod lockers, which is not a huge deal to me. I am new to BassCat and this site (sold my Skeeter to buy this Puma), so if anyone can help, I really could use it. Thank you.

March 28, 2010 at 5:24 pm #272567

Bass Cat Boats
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That is a factor with long shaft trollers and the cable lengths, and storage. We are not sure if MinnKota makes a longer cable system. MotorGuide did do this in the older years, though the cables are all now longer than some were before. Sorry we cant be more help on this one. The rod locker issue has to do with the longer rod box lids for easier access. They run forward into the deck and a 52″ shaft can present an issue when stowed up in the bracket. It is a part of the longer shaft and your needs. BCB

March 30, 2010 at 1:14 am #272568

Chris4pt3
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I ran into the same issue when I installed my Fortrex 45″ shaft. Theres just not enough of cable, and it really ticks me off. I havent even mounted my pedal down yet. I am always trimming down so to speak when I stow the motor so it has less tension. Besides that the Fortrex is amazing.2005 Sabre, 150 XR6, Minn Kota Fortrex with Lowrance electronics
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