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Setting Up an Intex Excursion - Minn Kota Trolling Motor 

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This vid shows the steps to set up the Intex Excursion 5 along with some tips. Proper inflation and battery placement is shown too. The motor is a Minn Kota 40-lb thrust along with Sony Bluetooth speaker. The are two group 31 marine batteries on board too.
We use our boat with a minn-kota 40-lb thrust motor so inflation is even more important. Remember, the air pressure will increase and decrease based on temperature so if you inflate in the cool morning it may become overinflated in the afternoon. And if you park in the shade after cruising in the hot sun you may notice it seems like the boat has a leak!
Storing the boat is also shown; we keep ours in a plastic tote. This keeps the boat away from sharp object to avoid punctures so you can continue adventures without worry.
We've had three of these boats and never had a problem with punctures and we have never felt we were in danger. I've heard people calls these pool toys but, realistically, they are far closer to Zodiacs than a pool toy.
Accessories make the boat even more fun. We have a Bluetooth speaker, cup holders and other pockets on ours.
We have two Group 31 marine batteries so we can move fast without worrying about running out of power- it's happened to me before! Please subscribe to our channel.

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@ThePNW
@ThePNW 4 года назад
I made another vid to show exactly what's needed to build your own, "Build Your Motorfloater!" ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-qiGxTcO-fuw.html
@j.c.5393
@j.c.5393 4 года назад
Before I found this video, there was little info on how to pair an inflatable boat with proper trolling motor, shaft length, and proper battery. Thanks very much for the info bro!!
@ThePNW
@ThePNW 4 года назад
J. C. There's more info coming, please, subscribe to watch for it. Thanks JC!
@TheOriginalLogo
@TheOriginalLogo Год назад
What battery did you get 😊
@bama3dr608
@bama3dr608 4 года назад
Thanks for the tips. We bought one of these along with a Minn Kota Max 55lb trolling motor to start using on our camping trips this summer to do some cruising and exploring. I'm planning to use some PVC pipe and a tarp to make an awning using the rod holders as mounts for the top......really excited to get it going.
@ThePNW
@ThePNW 4 года назад
Bama3Dr you're going to love it. Take a look at our other vids, they show that these boosts are much more rugged than they look. We use a 40 lb thrust, I would definitely recommend a group 31 marine battery for your motor.
@bama3dr608
@bama3dr608 4 года назад
The PNW I definitely will check out your other videos. I’ve been thinking about what batteries to go with and I think I’ve settled on the 35ah sealed lead acid batteries that Harbor Freight sells. I’m planning to connect 3 of them in parallel to start and then add a 4th if needed. I like those because they’re light and will be easier to manage. We’ll probably just use the boat for 1 or 2 hour trips so the 3 batteries may be plenty, especially if we’re not running wide open all the time. We got a good deal on the Max motor and it’s supposed to be much more efficient at partial throttle than a standard trolling motor.
@JeffPeebles
@JeffPeebles 4 года назад
I wanna see that!
@bama3dr608
@bama3dr608 4 года назад
@@JeffPeebles I'm going to try to put together a video of the setup once I get it all together......hoping to finish the build over the next few weekends so we can try it out.
@JeffPeebles
@JeffPeebles 4 года назад
Right on, subscribed
@shadowmoses8204
@shadowmoses8204 4 года назад
Thanks for your video. I just got a brand new Intex boat for free and was interested in this kind of setup. It sounds like you've had some pretty good times with your rig! Thank you!
@ThePNW
@ThePNW 4 года назад
shadow moses they are a lot of fun... Subscribe for more info!
@JimmyJiveJones
@JimmyJiveJones 2 года назад
This boat is awesome for the lakes. I even took this boat into the ocean with my minn kota motor. It was a struggle to get back to shore when big boats and ferries created wakes which made it extremely difficult to get back. If i had a stronger motor it would of been alot easier
@moimayamahaetmesnounours
@moimayamahaetmesnounours 2 года назад
...And all fits in the yellow box !
@ThePNW
@ThePNW 2 года назад
We upgraded to a better (slightly smaller) box!
@jmluisdeoliveiramore
@jmluisdeoliveiramore Год назад
Place this motor on m Bris 12.5 ft and worked great in saltwater. You have to get it to the highest speed 5 to get it moving when the tide is up. But on calmer waters 3-4 works good for some speed. Easy to use.
@rob8145
@rob8145 3 года назад
Took mine out for the first time yesterday. All went well, however the 44 watersnake motor is too powerful so I'm going to have to extend the top mount arms down the length of the boat for stability. Top speed and the motor pulled right down into the water!
@ThePNW
@ThePNW 3 года назад
I used to have a motor mount like that for my Seahawk... It's clunky but sounds like it'll be well worth it
@kevinair7648
@kevinair7648 3 года назад
Nice video .I'm in UK. So we don't get alot of sun lol but just bought the boat .
@ThePNW
@ThePNW 3 года назад
We've taken ours out in winter- they can handle choppy water!
@m.b5777
@m.b5777 2 года назад
Very good advice regarding overinflation
@barryw2659
@barryw2659 3 года назад
Just as an fyi you can download a ruler app onto your phone so you don't have to carry the 10 cm tape around with you, fearing that you may lose it. Assuming your phone screen is at least 10 cm (4 inches) you should have no problem.
@micaharnold6814
@micaharnold6814 2 года назад
Thank you man
@sharles
@sharles 2 года назад
1000th like, very helpful video and breakdown of operating this boat with the motor. Thank you!
@ThePNW
@ThePNW 2 года назад
Thank you! Just the other day I noticed I was approaching 1k…
@carlosang3l
@carlosang3l 4 года назад
where were you? thats looks amazing
@jackieallgayer9362
@jackieallgayer9362 4 года назад
Thank you so much for making this video. Seriously, it was a huge help. I just bought my excursion and am looking at Minn Kota motors now. If you had a list of five must-haves, to make this boat fully functioning, what would you recommend?
@ThePNW
@ThePNW 4 года назад
Hi Jackie, Reusable grocery bag, Bluetooth speaker, ROPE!, Bag for trash and patches. We've never had a puncture, but better safe than sorry. Also, gets my motor video: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-Mc1rMzOi9_g.html. Please, subscribe for more info
@jackieallgayer9362
@jackieallgayer9362 4 года назад
@@ThePNW Thanks so much, definitely subscribed! Are you able to link us to where you purchased those battery covers? Do you recommend them? I bought a Minn Kota 55 Thurst 36 inch shaft after watching your motor selection video!
@ThePNW
@ThePNW 4 года назад
Jackie Allgayer that's going to be a lot of fun. Heres the battery box: amzn.to/3dmf9X4 Here's a premade nice battery box: amzn.to/3cg5Bez
@jackieallgayer9362
@jackieallgayer9362 4 года назад
That so much!! Can you do a video on how you charge your battery... I just realized I have no idea how to do that... :(
@ThePNW
@ThePNW 4 года назад
Jackie Allgayer send an email to ThePNWOR@Gmail.com
@logiprime
@logiprime 4 года назад
Dang this video had a lot of views fro the amount of subs you have nice job!
@ThePNW
@ThePNW 4 года назад
Logan Belleque we made this video (and channel) on a whim. I would've worn a shirt if I knew it would've been seen this many times
@andresreyna4260
@andresreyna4260 4 года назад
They're amazon shoppers tryin to see product before they buy
@logiprime
@logiprime 4 года назад
Andres Reyna yeah I’m sure quite a few of em are
@dontdie777
@dontdie777 4 года назад
@@andresreyna4260 me
@viktorkoruev5670
@viktorkoruev5670 2 года назад
Nice cheap boat! These boats are famous with lack of durability but I managed to put 25hp 110lbs outboard on it with custom motormount and the boat held the weight of engine at back part like badass. I think excursion 5 is best budget boat to buy.
@ThePNW
@ThePNW 2 года назад
It is… you can buy 2-stroke engines for these from Alibaba
@jhawthorne8285
@jhawthorne8285 4 года назад
Extremely helpful video!
@John-rk2bl
@John-rk2bl Год назад
The dog where ever she is:]
@ThePNW
@ThePNW Год назад
We ended up finding her😁
@bigemugamer
@bigemugamer 4 года назад
OMG the beach is populated by the mimics from Edge of Tomorrow!! =O
@Bovorn.S
@Bovorn.S 3 года назад
Nice setup, and get out on the water without spending a mint.
@gmanova
@gmanova 4 года назад
Terrific vid man.
@ThePNW
@ThePNW 4 года назад
Guy Manova thank you
@allanrudge227
@allanrudge227 3 года назад
Can you please give me the part # for the Minn Kota harness to the battery. Loved the video. Thanks
@brittanyb3762
@brittanyb3762 2 года назад
Let’s get a link to those cup holders 😅 great video thank you!
@ThePNW
@ThePNW 2 года назад
Done! you'll see it in the description box with the other links. That appears to be the updated version of the ones we have. This is a purchase you won't regret for your raft...
@atlchevygrl
@atlchevygrl 3 года назад
Great video! Answered a lot of questions I had! Thx 🙏🏽🙏🏽
@ThePNW
@ThePNW 3 года назад
Thank you Chivon... Please, take a look at my other videos for more info!
@DragonKastle
@DragonKastle 4 года назад
Fantastic video. Subscribed. What do you think about adding a floor? Will use for fishing lakes and Potomac river. The battery box link is type 27. U mentioned using type 31, like mine. Will it fit?
@ThePNW
@ThePNW 4 года назад
Dragon Grandpa Gamer thank you! If you're going to fish, a hard floor may be worth it, otherwise it's like walking on a waterbed without one. The Newport vessels box can't accommodate a group 31 battery ( according to the description) so I made a custom box for mine. Here's a vid I made on floors: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-jOJp_VKJDDI.html thank you!
@toroarce8713
@toroarce8713 4 года назад
Nice just got my boat
@robertrivera7557
@robertrivera7557 Год назад
Thank you for sharing.
@ΔημήτρηςΓιαννακός-μ5ξ
Thanks for your video. Which is the maximum speed that the engine can attain ? Also which is its range with one battery ?
@ThePNW
@ThePNW 4 года назад
This should help with range ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-qjDdWlG2-j0.html
@karaokekannibal
@karaokekannibal 4 года назад
Thank you for your awesome video. What length shaft do you get for your Kota?
@ThePNW
@ThePNW 4 года назад
Dave Yoneda 36” shaft. First, it’s all that’s available on 40+ lb thrust motors and it’s long enough to stay submerged in choppy water (take a look at my choppy water vid). Please, subscribe for more!
@thereviewer5783
@thereviewer5783 Год назад
Nice boat bro
@hondas2ooo
@hondas2ooo 4 года назад
Nice video. Can u provide the link to the plug for the minnkota? Ur set up is nice. Gonna do this to my excrusion too
@ThePNW
@ThePNW 4 года назад
Jonathan Yang hi Jonathan, check out my other vid on motors. here it is. It will get hot after long use at high speed: amzn.to/2MgW5NX
@ThePNW
@ThePNW 4 года назад
ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-Mc1rMzOi9_g.html
@hondas2ooo
@hondas2ooo 4 года назад
@@ThePNW thanks!!
@doctorvfs
@doctorvfs 3 года назад
Thank you - great video, very helpful. Waiting for my new Excursion 5 to arrive and gathering information. I was curious - when you place one of the batteries by the side of the boat and sit next to it, doesn't the battery make the boat list? It is rather heavy.
@ThePNW
@ThePNW 3 года назад
Thank you Val! I didn't have that problem. If you put a lot of weight on side you'll have to counter steer with the motor but that's about it. These can hold 1300 plus so even a 60 pound battery isn't enough to cause problems....
@ammarabdulaziz2273
@ammarabdulaziz2273 4 года назад
Hi how to know witch battery is the best for this kind boats. I just bought one without battery. thanks
@ThePNW
@ThePNW 4 года назад
Ammar Abdulaziz definitely a marine battery. I just use a lead acid battery. Better a helpful vid ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-qjDdWlG2-j0.html
@chadpratt8369
@chadpratt8369 4 года назад
Great video. Very informative!
@ThePNW
@ThePNW 4 года назад
Thank you Chad! Please, subscribe. I'm making more videos now about motor types and some tips...
@ColdplayFl
@ColdplayFl 4 года назад
Great video!
@fatelook
@fatelook 3 года назад
Also, what kind of battery would I need? Can I hook up the motor directly to the battery without anything else? Or do I need to buy the box and wires as well? Sorry, I've very new to this and I've just started my research.
@ThePNW
@ThePNW 3 года назад
Hello fatelook.. Please, subscribe and take a look at my other vids. I go over that info..
@carlosangeles6956
@carlosangeles6956 3 года назад
Love your informative videos man. Fellow Oregonian here, quick question. I am building this same set up, almost ready for the maiden voyage, how water proof are those cables from the motor to the battery? Do I need to get any wire protection? Thanks
@ThePNW
@ThePNW 3 года назад
Thank you Carlos! I run my motor wires under the “driver’s” seat then feed it into the box through a hole I cut out. Water will get into the raft if you’re getting in out and but it’s never been a problem. To protect the wires from rubbing against the raft I wrap them in this: ZhiYo 10FT 1” Wire Loom Split Tubing Auto Wire Conduit Flexible Cover www.amazon.com/dp/B07WCC7X3Q/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_9BKWWYVV020R1ZQST6Q5?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
@nateaggie5268
@nateaggie5268 4 года назад
Life hack: read the manual
@ThePNW
@ThePNW 4 года назад
If everyone read the manual to everything they bought, youtube would go out of business!
@EatShredSleep87
@EatShredSleep87 4 года назад
It’s not dangerous to encapsulate the battery in that ice chest (black box with yellow top)? There is no build up of sulfur which can cause explosion if sparked? I’m asking because I have the intex mariner 3 and I have been placing the battery (sealed) at the back of the boat and it is really cutting down on my space. I would like to put the battery in some sort of housing to avoid contact with water and have it off to the side so that we have more room. I’m not sure how to set it up and need some suggestions.
@ThePNW
@ThePNW 4 года назад
EatShredSleep87 no, I haven't had any issues with that. We keep other things in the box so the lid is coming off often.. It's a pretty good way to stow the batteries plus it gives you a small table
@kartersnyder4289
@kartersnyder4289 4 года назад
keep it up man
@ThePNW
@ThePNW 4 года назад
Karter Snyder thank you Karter!
@kartersnyder4289
@kartersnyder4289 4 года назад
Thanks dude
@kartersnyder4289
@kartersnyder4289 4 года назад
How much was the motor and was it a c2 30
@kartersnyder4289
@kartersnyder4289 4 года назад
Im going fishing with my boat this weekend
@ethanmacheras5967
@ethanmacheras5967 3 года назад
Very cool
@Champion2Manager
@Champion2Manager 3 года назад
Impressive !!!
@RaveOdyssey
@RaveOdyssey 3 года назад
Fajny filmik..wszystko jasne😄😄
@ThePNW
@ThePNW 3 года назад
Dziękuję Ci... proszę Subskrybuj!
@karenwalker3756
@karenwalker3756 2 года назад
Hi got my boat and everything to go out this week plan on going tomorrow I’m super excited just wondering, I bought a big tote with wheels but it’s a 50 gallon and about 40” long do you think that will work for the table\storage like you use yours or will that be too big?
@ThePNW
@ThePNW 2 года назад
We used a 50-gallon originally and it worked fine. I might get another over next summer
@tigrangaloyan5814
@tigrangaloyan5814 2 года назад
Great video. One question, how do you charge the batteries?
@ThePNW
@ThePNW 2 года назад
Hello Tigran, there’s a link to the battery charger in the description. That works for lead acid batteries..
@PermaChill
@PermaChill 3 года назад
Nice video!
@samrivall8924
@samrivall8924 3 года назад
The link to the premade battery box is broken, would you mind if I asked what they are called? I like that there is essentially a kill switch in case you are worried someone might take it.
@ThePNW
@ThePNW 3 года назад
Newport Vessels Trolling Motor Smart Battery Box Power Center with USB and DC Ports, Black, Medium www.amazon.com/dp/B01AE2TG7G/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_2CK1GRC9BNYSMJS96EGD I don’t know if that has the battery isolator but buying that box is probably easier than building one
@ThePNW
@ThePNW 3 года назад
Here’s the link, I don’t know if it has a switch though… Newport Vessels Trolling Motor Smart Battery Box Power Center with USB and DC Ports, Black, Medium www.amazon.com/dp/B01AE2TG7G/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_2CK1GRC9BNYSMJS96EGD
@CoreyCoreyFLOutdoor
@CoreyCoreyFLOutdoor 2 года назад
Thanks for info. Question ? Lost my little plastic measure ( sure happens a lot) Anyways ,havent pop yet, but when i inflate (& new , 2 trips) seems to go over the inflate line ( when i find measure ) Also in Florida, any clue if you need #’s on side? Thanks Corey
@ThePNW
@ThePNW Год назад
Sorry for the late response- the strip is just 10 centimeters
@janred94
@janred94 3 года назад
Where did the camera person fit on the boat with all that stuff? :P
@hamishfulton3474
@hamishfulton3474 2 года назад
They just swam behind 😂😂
@ThePNW
@ThePNW Год назад
Haha... Next to me on the bench seat in the back..
@Cafewatercolor
@Cafewatercolor 4 года назад
I recently got an Exursion 5. Your video has been super helpful, thank you =) Do you usually bring the deflated boat to the spot and inflate it and set up there? or do you keep them inflated and just haul there? I am trying my best to find the easiest way to carry it to the spot. Also, I live in PNW, Redmond specifically. Where are some of the good and less crowded spots for me to launch my boat easily? :)
@ThePNW
@ThePNW 4 года назад
Café Watercolor - Eric Yi Lin hello... Thanks for watching! We inflate ours at the lake and deflate it there when we're done. It makes storing it easy. For short drives to the campsite we've put in on there car roof a few times.... Please, subscribe for more
@UKBUBBLERS
@UKBUBBLERS 3 года назад
Does the motor come with cables to connect to the motor thanks 😁👍🇬🇧
@ThePNW
@ThePNW 3 года назад
Hello UK Bubbles… it does, my Minn Kota came with O-rings to connect to the battery…
@thefuza150
@thefuza150 3 года назад
Do mounts usually come with motor's? I have a little inflatable and really want a motor to get around for some extra fun, also what's the usual range?
@ThePNW
@ThePNW 3 года назад
No.... You'd have to find a mount compatible with your raft. Does yours have a place for a motor mount?
@michaelbroek1
@michaelbroek1 2 года назад
How low should the prop be in the water
@ThePNW
@ThePNW 2 года назад
If I remember correctly, Minn Kota recommends making sure the prop is submerged at least 12" from the surface....
@alaab2317
@alaab2317 3 года назад
You use a long or short shaft on this boat? 72 or 98 cm ?
@ThePNW
@ThePNW 3 года назад
It's a 40 lb thrust so it's a 36 inch shaft/ 92cm
@alaab2317
@alaab2317 3 года назад
@@ThePNW You think a 72 would be to short? Bc the thing is I ordered the same boat with a 72cm long one yesterday. If it’s to short I have to return it.
@ThePNW
@ThePNW 3 года назад
@@alaab2317 it'll work, but if you're in copy water the propeller may come out of the water. It's it a 30-lb thrust?
@alaab2317
@alaab2317 3 года назад
@@ThePNW you mean shallow water? Its a 60 lbs. ETC-TEC azura 60
@ThePNW
@ThePNW 3 года назад
@@alaab2317 sorry- I meant choppy water. When your boat goes over a wave the back of the boat may go high and pull there motor out of the water. I wouldn't be too concerned with that though... That would probably rarely happen
@michaelsheets1311
@michaelsheets1311 4 года назад
I just purchased an intex excursion 5, motor, battery, box, etc. What I'm looking for is that plug you show at 6:39 and the exact battery box head that receives that plug and has a removable key. That looks so much easier and less dangerous than the box has the connections on the outside of the box like in the link you provide for the box. I purchased a Newport vessel 46lb motor. Any advice on where to purchase that plug? Thanks.
@ThePNW
@ThePNW 4 года назад
Michael Sheets take a look- Jtron 32V Car Battery Isolator Switches MAX 50V DC 50A Cont. 75A INT. Car Mini Battery Selector Switch (NO-Off-Out / 50A) www.amazon.com/dp/B01GDYGQJA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_uMIjFb152PBJW is that what you’re looking for?
@michaelsheets1311
@michaelsheets1311 4 года назад
That selector switch is great. But you mentioned a "Minn Kota plug" around $30 at 6:39 in the video. I'm looking for that plug (male) and its receptor (female) on the box. Seems like the box has to have the receptor. I've bought the wire extension kit but it does not include that "Minn Kota plug" and the box I purchased doesn't have the "receptor" for that plug. It just has the two plastic wingnuts on the outside of the box. The link you provided on this site for the battery box does not have that receptor for the plug. Help..Thanks for you advice.
@ThePNW
@ThePNW 4 года назад
Michael Sheets ok... yes, at first that plug was great but after a year it began to get too hot so I stopped using it and switched to alligator clips (that’s why I took the link out of the video description). I couldn’t find it on amazon but here’s something similar- Marinco 12VCPS3 Trolling Motor Plug/Receptacle www.amazon.com/dp/B06Y5XQQNV/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_CWVjFb5T3Q9MQ
@joshcarra2152
@joshcarra2152 4 года назад
hi ive just purchased the intex mariner 4. we are a family of 4 will only be using on rivers and lakes. i was thinking of getting the intex 40lb motor? or would you say minni kota motor is the best? Also how long would one of those batteries last using on a river? thanks for the great videos
@ThePNW
@ThePNW 4 года назад
They may be made by the same people, but I've never had a problem with Minn Kota. If you're going to have four people plus their gear I would definitely get a 105 amp hour battery just because you will probably be using a higher speed often. The top comment had a link to my vid on motors, take a look and subscribe!
@joshcarra2152
@joshcarra2152 4 года назад
@@ThePNW Thanks for the reply would you be kind enough to send me a link to a battery and battery box plus the leads and a charger as im clueless with this
@abreezy1st
@abreezy1st 2 года назад
What do you think about a 36 pound Newport vessel motor? Should that be fine for this? We plan on having 5-6 people on the boat at a time. Any help would be appreciated
@ThePNW
@ThePNW 2 года назад
That’s a lot of people… I would definitely get something a little more powerful. I have a 40-lb thrust and it’s great for two people
@abreezy1st
@abreezy1st 2 года назад
@@ThePNW so will 36 pound vs 40 pound really make that much of a difference? It’s practically the same. What would you recommend for 4-5 people
@ThePNW
@ThePNW 2 года назад
@@abreezy1st six people is probably 900 pounds (or so) so every little bit helps. If I were going to push 1000 pounds around (including batteries and motor) I’d get a 55lb thrust and two 100 amp/hour batteries..
@oswaldchiu9290
@oswaldchiu9290 3 года назад
Your videos are amazing. Got ideas how to modify my excursion 5 from you. I have a question, I am in OR too so do we have to register the boat with a trolling motor on it?
@ThePNW
@ThePNW 3 года назад
Thank you Oswald! Yes, they should be registered but I've never had an issue with the deputies patrolling the water...
@oswaldchiu9290
@oswaldchiu9290 3 года назад
@@ThePNW thank you! Hey summer is coming pleaae make more great videos. Also share some nice locations for lauching the 🚣‍♂️
@ThePNW
@ThePNW 3 года назад
@@oswaldchiu9290 shoot a message on the FB page and I'll give you some good spots...
@GrantFoxOfficial
@GrantFoxOfficial 3 года назад
I wonder if this guy read the manual
@ThePNW
@ThePNW 2 года назад
Do you really?
@JeffPeebles
@JeffPeebles 4 года назад
What happens to the motor in shallow water?
@rebecarichter7128
@rebecarichter7128 3 года назад
Hi I have a question. Is the second battery for backup in case the first one dies? Or are they both connected to the first one? Kinda confused on that one thanks!
@ThePNW
@ThePNW 3 года назад
Yes- when I carried two batteries I would connect to the second battery before starting back home. You can connect and run the batteries parallel but if one battery got me there I know a second would get me back…
@steveidlett7188
@steveidlett7188 3 года назад
i see a lot of ppl put plywood floors...no need? really thinking about picking one of these up to just leave in my camper.....does the trolling motor mount come with it?
@ThePNW
@ThePNW 3 года назад
Hello Steve... We use ours for cruising so there's no need for a steady platform. Some packages do have the motor mount... If it does it'll be listed on the product description. I STRONGLY recommend these!
@steveidlett7188
@steveidlett7188 3 года назад
@@ThePNW nice...id rather avoid the plywood...appreciate the info
@themistoklis6237
@themistoklis6237 2 года назад
What does the manual say about walking around the prop?
@ThePNW
@ThePNW 2 года назад
Try being a big boy and read it yourself to find out.
@valdser
@valdser 4 года назад
Hello. Would I be good if I use a minn Kota motor that is 30 inches long ? It’s cheaper. Or do I need the 36 inches ?
@ThePNW
@ThePNW 4 года назад
valdser the 30" inch start is probably on a 30lb thrust motor. That's not strong enough for the Excursion 5. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-Mc1rMzOi9_g.html
@valdser
@valdser 4 года назад
The PNW I have an excursion 4, I think 30 lbs is recommended for that boat. Please. Let me know if you agree and if 30 length or 36 length. Thank you 🙏🏻
@tezt3740
@tezt3740 4 года назад
where did you get the plug from the Minn Kota motor to battery box can you link description and your battery box? i want the same connection to just plug and go
@ThePNW
@ThePNW 4 года назад
tez t sure...amzn.to/2MgW5NX
@tezt3740
@tezt3740 4 года назад
@@ThePNW I found it...and your battery box?
@ThePNW
@ThePNW 4 года назад
tez t subscribe to the channel, I'll be showing more updates for the Excursion. amzn.to/3dmf9X4 and here's an awesome premade battery box: amzn.to/3cg5Bez
@mikes1308
@mikes1308 4 года назад
Where did you get that snazzy removable KEY??
@ThePNW
@ThePNW 4 года назад
Mike S here it is... Please, subscribe for more info. Jtron 32V Car Battery Isolator Switches MAX 50V DC 50A Cont. 75A INT. Car Mini Battery Selector Switch (NO-Off-Out / 50A) www.amazon.com/dp/B01GDYGQJA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_VScVEbFVNGT2A
@oscarapple1365
@oscarapple1365 3 года назад
What kind and size tote is that?
@ThePNW
@ThePNW 3 года назад
Here's a link, its a 2-pack though but it'll give you the details. Also, my vid "Build Yours” had all this info. www.amazon.com/dp/B00V87CQYM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_imm_EFRB92DZ2FA81Y8Z564Q?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
@oscarapple1365
@oscarapple1365 3 года назад
@@ThePNW thanks!
@brianlong5777
@brianlong5777 4 года назад
Can you please let me know which is best battery for my New Minn Kota trolling motor 50LBS.
@ThePNW
@ThePNW 4 года назад
Brian Long hello Brian... lead acid, group 31, 105 amp hour. Take a look ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-qjDdWlG2-j0.html Subscribe for more!
@ThePNW
@ThePNW 4 года назад
Did you get a battery?
@drpaint76
@drpaint76 3 года назад
Thanks for the video. We just bought an excursion 5 and are looking for a motor and battery. This is great advice. We just recently moved to the PNW and are looking for some great spots to explore. Any suggestions? Look forward to watching your videos. Thanks.
@bpeebs
@bpeebs 4 года назад
Nice vid
@jricolcol
@jricolcol 4 года назад
I just bought this boat and I noticed something that isn't mentioned in the owners manual. Can someone please help me with this if you know? The manual states you must inflate the boat in the correct sequence (chambers one thru three) and chambers two and three must match up to the 10 cm mark for proper inflation. However, I notice when we pump up chamber two to 10 cm then pump chamber three to 10 cm it makes chamber two go past the 10 cm mark. Does anyone know if it was intended to do that to make the chamber two more solid or are you supposed to decrease the pressure in chamber two to match 10 cm? Because I have been making sure the chambers match 10 cm but what ends up happening is pumping up then deflating then pumping up and deflating to get both at the correct pressure which is super annoying and a waste of energy.
@ThePNW
@ThePNW 4 года назад
Justin Ricolcol yup! Inflating number three puts pressure on number 2 leaving it overinflated. You'll get the hang of it. I fill number 2 to 10 cm then number 3. Then if #2 has too much pressure after that I'll let some air out. I didn't get too into in this vid but going over 10cm is ok, especially if you're going to use higher speeds on your motor. But, as the air temperature gets hotter throughout the day keep an eye on the air pressure
@jricolcol
@jricolcol 4 года назад
@@ThePNW thanks dude!
@ThePNW
@ThePNW 4 года назад
Justin Ricolcol thanks Justin. Please, subscribe for more info on these
@gregorygrimes5683
@gregorygrimes5683 4 года назад
Hey dude, so I'm trying to get 2 12v batteries hooked up in series to make it 24v to power my 86lb thrust trolling motor but being a newbie I'm not really sure what kind of cables I will need to connect battery - battery. As in do I need to buy mini jumpers? And if so do I need to use the negative or positive cable to connect said batteries. Sorry if the questions a little confusing and or not detailed enough but thanks anyway!
@ThePNW
@ThePNW 4 года назад
I run my two batteries parallel sometimes.. on an 86lb thrust motor you're going to need 8 gauge wire then connect them to a battery terminal connector...
@gregorygrimes5683
@gregorygrimes5683 4 года назад
@@ThePNW Really? Interesting, and you havent had any issues running them parallel with a 86lb thrust? I kept reading it may work at half power, or blow something out in the battery making it smoke or something similar. I'll have to give that a shot this week though, much appreciated!
@ThePNW
@ThePNW 4 года назад
Gregory Grimes I have a 12v 40lb thrust. I run them parallel so I don't run out of power...
@gregorygrimes5683
@gregorygrimes5683 4 года назад
Ahh good to know, I have a 40lb aswell as 2 100ah 12v batteries, so maybe I'll do just the same. Any idea how long you get per battery, consistent medium power use?
@ThePNW
@ThePNW 4 года назад
Gregory Grimes that's pretty much exactly what I'm using. Its hard to say because I use slow speeds mostly... Over never run out of power with my batteries though!
@OsiniPoPrasinii
@OsiniPoPrasinii 4 года назад
Curious, what lake is this? I’m in the PNW also :).
@JeffPeebles
@JeffPeebles 4 года назад
It looks like Detroit Lake
@ThePNW
@ThePNW 4 года назад
It's a reservoir near Gifford Pinchot. If you're in Portland we've been launching from St John's bridge and going to Sauvie island, that's our latest vid
@JeffPeebles
@JeffPeebles 4 года назад
@@ThePNW well I guess I'm just some big idiot for saying Detroit then. Great. thanks
@ThePNW
@ThePNW 4 года назад
Jeff Peebles that's a great lakes too... Thanks for the suggestion
@OsiniPoPrasinii
@OsiniPoPrasinii 4 года назад
The PNW I am actually, thanks a lot!
@sirartures
@sirartures 3 года назад
Hey! I have been watching couple of your videos! Very informative and good explanation! I have a question for you, i’ve been reading in the comments that you change to alligator clamps instead of the plug in due to overheating. That happen after how much use? I live in berlin and for using the boat i can only around 4-5 months in the year, then is really cold. You think for that time would be good the plug in? And when using the battery you need to keep it in the dark right? Otherwise it damage?. I am new in all of this stuff! Thanks for your help!
@ThePNW
@ThePNW 3 года назад
Hello Sebastion.. the plug does work well, after a year or started to get hot though that's why I switched to alligator close. No... The battery does not need to be in the dark but you should put it in a box so it doesn't get wet...
@CJC182
@CJC182 2 года назад
Does the weight of the 30 pound or so battery on the soft bottom of this boat cause any types of problems?
@ThePNW
@ThePNW 2 года назад
Hello CJC, I used to wedge my 60-pound lead acid battery between the rear seat and the side. The battery would chafe the raft all day long and never caused any problems. If you’re using a lead acid battery I recommend putting it in a battery box. If the battery tips over the acid WILL put a hole in the raft!
@CJC182
@CJC182 2 года назад
@@ThePNW Thanks you so much. That is helpful.
@CJC182
@CJC182 2 года назад
Hi. What size battery (amp hours) is needed for the motor? For example, I am looking at “Group 27 Deep Cycle Marine Gel Battery, 88 Amp Hours “or “Deep Cycle Flooded Marine Battery, 90 Amp Hours,” or “Deep Cycle Flooded Marine Gel, 75 Amp Hours” etc. Thanks.
@ThePNW
@ThePNW 2 года назад
@@CJC182 any one of those would work. I didn’t spend the money on gel though. I started out with a 100 amp/hour lead acid battery and it was find
@CJC182
@CJC182 2 года назад
@@ThePNW Thanks!
@jetrg12
@jetrg12 2 года назад
When not using the battery (winter) do you have to put it at a specific voltage to not damage it? Like at 50% of its charge?
@ThePNW
@ThePNW 2 года назад
I store my lead acid battery at 100% and top them off on the charger once a month
@jetrg12
@jetrg12 2 года назад
@@ThePNW thanks! Have you used the motor on sea occasionally? I want to do that but the water is salty not sure if the motor can handle that if I do it few times a year
@ThePNW
@ThePNW 2 года назад
@@jetrg12 Minn Mota does make salt water motors, the ones I’ve seen are white. I would keep the fresh water motor out of the ocean…
@jetrg12
@jetrg12 2 года назад
Man you have the best review video of this boat on youtube! I did the maiden voyage this weekend with the minn kota 40 lb of thrust as well all went fine, I had to deflate chamber 2 while inflating number 3 as while inflating chamber 3 it stretched chamber 2 or was it because of air getting warmer as the boat was sitting under the sun while I was inflating?
@ThePNW
@ThePNW 2 года назад
@@jetrg12 thank you! Did you have fun? It could be both... Inflating #3 puts pressure on #2 so you may have to let some air out. But yes, air temp plays a big part in the chamber pressure.
@FXQC
@FXQC 5 месяцев назад
How many lbs do you batteries weight?
@ThePNW
@ThePNW 5 месяцев назад
When I made this vid I had two group 31 lead acid batteries weighing 60 pounds each. Now I use one lithium battery putting out as much power as both of the lead acid bbut weighs 30 pounds
@FXQC
@FXQC 5 месяцев назад
@@ThePNW thanks a lot i just buy a 60 lbs lead acid battery so i think will be safe i was woried thath 60lbs gonna be to heavy XD
@DocG8404
@DocG8404 4 года назад
Dude I'm also in Oregon and was told that it needs to be registered. Did it change?
@ThePNW
@ThePNW 4 года назад
I haven't looked in awhile but I've never had a problem with that. I know in Washington they do not have to be registered...
@RyanDeremo
@RyanDeremo 3 года назад
I know that in Michigan you don’t need to register it as long as it’s under 20’ and doesn’t have a permanently fixed motor. That was a huge relief because I don’t want to spend the money on registering it!
@jasper7821
@jasper7821 4 года назад
Question for you, I have this setup except for a Newport Vessels motor. Boat is inflated to 10cm and I’m scared to use full throttle on the motor as the transom area starts to get creases and I’m worried about tearing the boat then losing everything. My motor had 5 speeds and on speed 3 it goes 2mph and the boat doesn’t crease. But on speed 4 or 5 (5 gets 4mph) the pushing of the motor starts creasing and folding the transom area. Curious if you think this is normal. Thanks
@ThePNW
@ThePNW 4 года назад
Ken Dungey yes, just put a little more pressure in the third chamber. The motor is still going to tuck, so adjust shaft angle to counter it. Remember, these aren’t pool toys- they can handle the load. Please, subscribe for more.
@jasper7821
@jasper7821 4 года назад
The PNW thank you for the reply. Wouldn’t adjusting the shaft angle higher or lower still make it push forward and tuck in the same amount when full throttle? And over inflate the 3rd chamber to compensate for the tucking? And thanks for that verbiage, I couldn’t think of a good word to explain it 👍
@ThePNW
@ThePNW 4 года назад
Ken Dungey I know- it goes against what I said in this vid... but putting a little more air pressure in the third chamber will help keep the motor in place rather than “sagging” at full speed. But just a few pumps, not to a point where it’s stiff! And adjusting the angle will help keep equal pressure on the motor mount so you’ll get more out of your motor at full speed. When the motor tucks it’s yanking on the top two motor mount bolts.
@jasper7821
@jasper7821 4 года назад
The PNW Ok, thank you very much, so motor raised another notch or two and not lowered correct?
@ThePNW
@ThePNW 4 года назад
Ken Dungey take a look at 4:10 Motor Selection For The Intex Excursion - Minn Kota That’s the angle adjustment I’m referring to... the motor should be submerged 6” (if I remember right).
@fatelook
@fatelook 3 года назад
what size shaft do you need?
@ThePNW
@ThePNW 3 года назад
With MinnKota motors, anything over 30-lb thrust has a 36" shaft. That's a good length for the Ecxursion. Please, subscribe for more
@emilalakbarov2547
@emilalakbarov2547 4 года назад
Leonardo Di Caprio?
@weiyizhang4437
@weiyizhang4437 3 года назад
He doesn't show the most important part. how fast it goes? I'm sure that it is going to move like a snail 🐌.
@ThePNW
@ThePNW 3 года назад
You can watch my other videos to see it in motion to judge its speed. It'll move quickly at top speed. Even when fully loaded it'll easily surpass anything human powered and will continue to do so long after the paddler is tired
@Gamer-3pc
@Gamer-3pc 4 года назад
What size shaft is your Minn Kota?
@ThePNW
@ThePNW 4 года назад
That's a 36" shaft. Here's more info: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-Mc1rMzOi9_g.html
@Sergio_Mend3z
@Sergio_Mend3z 4 года назад
How do you charge the batterie?
@ThePNW
@ThePNW 4 года назад
Viox world Here’s a vid I made. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-qjDdWlG2-j0.html
@rwjazz1299
@rwjazz1299 2 года назад
this is a toy boat.
@ThePNW
@ThePNW 2 года назад
Actually it’s a toy raft
@alessandrop7621
@alessandrop7621 3 года назад
; ))
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