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Lynn, as far as I can tell, I’m the first of the crazy’s to mount a micro power pole on his twin troller. I’ve just completed this task last week. I’ll be running it through it’s paces for the next couple months to prove the concept. Then I’ll announce it to the rest of the world. Please don’t ask me for details now too many to discuss in a chat. If you send me a way to send a couple pics I’ll show you what I did.

Hey J I’m enclosing a link to Bass Pro where I bought the lighted guides. They are pretty easy to install and instructions were easy to understand. www.basspro.com/shop/en/ce-smith-led-lighted-post-guide-ons

Hey Big D! I just saw your message today. Sorry for the late response. Glad to hear you're enjoying you TT. I looking forward to spring fishing myself. I'm hoping to get up to Michigan to do some ice fishing next weekend for bluegills. Then off to Havana, IL to do some snow goose hunting. fun fun!

JD, sorry for my tardiness. Fishing, traveling and a lot of goofing around is taking up much of my time these days. You can go back to my second video on the twin troller x10 and see the links. I just figured out today how they do that on an iPad. LOL. You got to love Tecknology. I’ll admit that I’m not much of a social medial person. I find there’s more to do out there than I have time to do it. I guess it’s a matter of priorities. I like to hunt, fish and shoot more than I do typing. Thanks for your comment!

Trailer Mods This is the majority of the parts I installed on my trailer. C.E. Smith Trailer Coupler Lift Handle C.E. Smith Trailer Bunk Swivel Bracket Kit with Hardware C.E. Smith Swivel/Bolster Brackets C.E. Smith Spare Tire Carrier C.E. Smith Galvanized Replacement Tire and Wheel Assemblies C.E. Smith LED Lighted Guide-Ons Posts www.etrailer.com/Boat-Trailer-Parts/CE-Smith/CE26214G.html?feed=npn&msclkid=0f08df5510701ffcb9aebf92c4799c35&Bing%20%7C%20Shop%20-%20Boat%20Trailer%20Parts& www.amazon.com/CE-Smith-Tail-Light-Protector/dp/B00IEY03S8 C.E. Smith Coupler Lock www.amazon.com/Z-Tire-Beads-Balancing-Applicator/dp/B00VO4ZODE/ref=sr_1_2_sspa?dchild=1&keywords=Tire+beads&qid=1623708937&sr=8-2-spons&psc=1&smid=A7R42F33WI3L5&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUEzVTdXNDhQWlI0M0RXJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwOTkyNjc1MU5LWUxYRUxRNks1TyZlbmNyeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwMjI3MjY4MlBLNkdNTjNGRU1ETiZ3aWRnZXROYW1lPXNwX2F0ZiZhY3Rpb249Y2xpY2tSZWRpcmVjdCZkb05vdExvZ0NsaWNrPXRydWU= www.etrailer.com/Trailer-Lights/Blazer/C7493RTM.html?feed=npn&msclkid=d44f6684d28e138a5b47064304bb2f85&Bing%20%7C%20Shop%20-%20Trailer%20Lights& www.amazon.com/attwood-Trailer-Bunk-Padding-12-Inch/dp/B0000AZ8FJ/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?crid=1VDS68TALUDST&dchild=1&keywords=bunk+carpet+for+boat+trailers&qid=1623709095&sprefix=Bunk+carpet+%2Caps%2C239&sr=8-1-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUEyVExKSFlVS0EzMDFNJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwNDA5NTUyTDFWM0xORjVSQlc0JmVuY3J5cHRlZEFkSWQ9QTA5NDkwNDVSWlZPV1lCMjJKSU0md2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGYmYWN0aW9uPWNsaWNrUmVkaXJlY3QmZG9Ob3RMb2dDbGljaz10cnVl A piece of 2”x4” about 12” long for the front bunk support. Treated board will last longer. I used southern yellow pine because I had some already. The front aluminum bumper I had built for me out of 1/4” aluminum stock and had two holes drilled in it to fasten to the frame. Boat Mods Ram Mounts www.amazon.com/National-Products-RAM-202-Electronic-1-5-Inch/dp/B0000BVFUC/ref=sr_1_2?crid=17MK66BKWMBRJ&dchild=1&keywords=ram+ball+mount+1.5+inch&qid=1623710343&sprefix=Ram+ball+mount%2Caps%2C218&sr=8-2 Ram Mount Double Socket www.amazon.com/Mount-Double-Socket-1-Inch-Bases/dp/B000WJA5ZY/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=ram+ball+mount+arm&qid=1623710431&sr=8-3 Storage Mesh Bag www.amazon.com/YiMusic-Durable-Accessories-Storage-Organizer/dp/B07NXY6J78/ref=sr_1_55?dchild=1&keywords=kayak+storage+net&qid=1623710243&sr=8-55

I bought it so long ago i don’t remember. However I did find one simular on amazon. Be sure to measure your points over the boat to make sure 9’ is the length you want. I want to recommend this product at Amazon<BR><BR>DC Cargo Mall 2 Motorcycle Kayak Tie-Down Cam Straps 1" x 9' Strong TieDown Straps with Durable Polyester and Vinyl-Coated S Hooks, Tie Down Cargo | for Pickup Bed, Moving Truck, Van, Trailer<BR>by DC Cargo Mall<BR>Learn more: smile.amazon.com/dp/B01CRFBR2K/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_Y75EA1MTQZWZEH0NQBQZ

I just double checked my strap length and it’s 9 foot. The actual distance between the hooks and over the boat is 7 feet. If you can find an 8-foot strap, it will be just about right if you have a similar setup to mine.

Thanks. I hope you're getting plenty of time wetting your lines.

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It would be nice to have bigger trolling motors for propulsion to get us up over 2.5 - 3 mph, however, it beats oaring and paddling. The Honda 2.3 gets me closer to 4 - 5 mph if I need to go to the other end of a small lake faster. I put an extension handle on my motor to be able to reach it better from the rear seat. I found if I’m not using the motor for several days, it’s best to turn off the gas with the side lever to let it shut down. It drains the gas out of the carburetor so it won’t gunk up on you from sitting. A small amount of “Sea Foam” additive I’ll run through the motor once a year to help keep the carb clean. As a small motor it has it’s limitations as you might expect. I feel that the extra speed is a nice feature as well as being able to get up slow moving rivers if I hug the bank and get out of the current. I carry a red 1 liter spare gas can like hikers use as a back up if I run out of gas. You can run a full tank for about an hour before you’ll run out.

Hey Mark I’m enclosing a link to Bass Pro where I bought the lighted guides. They are pretty easy to install and instructions were easy to understand. www.basspro.com/shop/en/ce-smith-led-lighted-post-guide-ons

I’ll see if I can get a update video done this week sometime.

Awesome! I’m a new owner of a twin troller and you have some great info! Thanks for making the video!

I just uploaded a update of mods I did to my boat.

Thanks Gerry!

I get up to Michigan 3 or 4 times a year. I was hoping to do some ice fishing this winter... every time I happen to be up there, there’s no ice. I’ll have to make a special trip when there’s good ice.

@@danharvey61 Well Dan I had a little problem with my ole heart that showed up about 5 months ago and it shut me down for most of my summer. I think I put my TT in the water 4 or 5 times total. My Cardiologist thought he could fix the problem with medication and I took two different ones through out the summer but it didn't change and I could only walk around for maybe 5 minutes before I had to sit down again. I had the worse vegetable garden ever not to mention the lack of fishing. The ole Doc finally decided it was time to put a Stent in and as the kids say OMG I was a new man. I have my garage half rebuilt and tons of other things as well. My wife has to threaten me with a Foot in the Ass if I don't slow down. I hoping to do more in the boat next year and if you care to email me at srburrows53@yahoo.com I would be glad to let you know the ice conditions up here when you want to travel. I'm personally waiting for that Covid Vaccine myself. Stay safe and healthy Michigan Steve

@@kagnewmp12 Glad to hear the doctors got a solution for you and your heart. Thanks for your willingness to give me ice updates.

Hey Steve, I’m back in Michigan now for some deer hunting. Glad to hear your enjoying your twin troller.

Thanks Skooter The poles do make it easier. The Smith brand version has lights at the top which make it nice for low light situations. I’ve got a few do dads that I’ve bought recently for the boat and have to get them on before the spring fishing season starts.

J Bay check back with me in a month or so and we can connect. I’m traveling these days.

@@danharvey61 will do Dan

@@jbay6946 Did you ever get a breakdown of Dan Harvey's trailer mods? Please share if you have them.

@@danharvey61 I would also like to have a shopping list of those's mods.

Hey Ron, I have not received the trailer mod breakdown. Dan is traveling at the moment for work. I will reach out to him soon.

Hey Rick, Glad to hear that you're getting your TT dialed in. I'm working on getting more do dads added to the twin troller. I'm hoping to get my rig out later in December and January to do some sauger fishing. Not many souther boys want to join this Michigander for some cold weather fishing. Truth is I miss not being able to ice fish in the winter months. It was one of my favorite ways of fishing growing up.

I've never fished a salt marsh... sounds like fun. It's on my list to head South to fish for reds. My neighbor does that every year and his pictures are awesome of what they catch.

Cool idea with the beads Dan. I had given up on balancing the smaller wheels and went to 12" machined aluminum wheels with highway rated tires. Yep, the beads would have been a better and cheaper idea. I guess that's why we call our boat, The Plastic Money $$.

Jim Correia Hey Jim, The beads are cheaper, but, I bet your tires look great.

Like you I travel out on a highway/ turnpike and it’s speed limit is 75 mph. Most trailer tires are rated for 65 mph and work fine for that but I really needed some wheels and tires that didn’t shake my car to pieces at higher speeds. etrailer.com has an 81 mph speed rated 12” radial and combined with a trued and balanced aluminum wheels solves my issue but it’s a bit pricey and you are correct, as a bonus the wheels look pretty awesome!