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#12377695
08/08/17 07:50 PM
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Joined: Jan 2017
Posts: 1,166
Shallow Waters
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Extreme Angler
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I made the switch to Motor Mate a few months ago and was wondering if others use steer stays with their motor mate. I have continued to use my steer stays up until the last few trips and just cant decide which way to go. My concern with using the steer stays is that they are just slightly off from the position the motor mate sets the motor in and I am afraid they might tweak the steering arm. Anyone have any input or suggestions? Are the Steer stays overkill with the motor mate?
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Re: Motor Mate Users
[Re: Shallow Waters]
#12377719
08/08/17 08:06 PM
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Joined: Nov 2008
Posts: 7,616
361V
TFF Celebrity
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TFF Celebrity
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Wasted extra step. Motor stays rock solid on the Motor Mate. Those steering clips will serve no function with this "motor toter".
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Re: Motor Mate Users
[Re: Shallow Waters]
#12377724
08/08/17 08:07 PM
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Joined: Aug 2003
Posts: 8,112
Ranger1
TFF Celebrity
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TFF Celebrity
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I use both on mine and have for years. Not sure about the possibility of tweaking steering arm. I wouldn't think so. But I did not stay in a Holiday inn Express last night either, or I might have a better answer for you.
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Re: Motor Mate Users
[Re: Shallow Waters]
#12377754
08/08/17 08:38 PM
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Joined: Nov 2013
Posts: 298
Texasdeepv
Angler
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Angler
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Over 6k miles last year towing my boat using only the motor mate. (Honda 150) Zero issues whatsoever.
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Re: Motor Mate Users
[Re: Shallow Waters]
#12377781
08/08/17 08:48 PM
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Joined: Jan 2017
Posts: 1,166
Shallow Waters
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Extreme Angler
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I figured they were unnecessary since the motor mate braces from both sides as is. Thanks for the replies,
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Re: Motor Mate Users
[Re: Shallow Waters]
#12378776
08/09/17 01:35 PM
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Joined: Aug 2016
Posts: 1,476
T-racer @ Mallard Marine
Extreme Angler
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Extreme Angler
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Yes, motormate advertises them saying it makes the steering chocks unnecessary.
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Mercury Outboards - Allison Boats
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Re: Motor Mate Users
[Re: Shallow Waters]
#12378906
08/09/17 02:48 PM
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Joined: Sep 2012
Posts: 340
River to sea
Angler
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Angler
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I only use mine when I'm on a long trip , probably not necessary . Motor never even wiggles with a motor mate installed correctly . I have missed one side of the trip buttons before , and a big bump will knock it out , I have a cable on mine , also handy if your leave it in before launch , just trim up , release the cable , pull it out of the water , and go fishing .
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Re: Motor Mate Users
[Re: Shallow Waters]
#12379052
08/09/17 04:07 PM
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Joined: Jul 2015
Posts: 558
LinkLowrance
Pro Angler
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Pro Angler
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No need to use steering stops. The MM shouldn't let anything move side to side. I've had no problems at all with mine.
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Re: Motor Mate Users
[Re: Shallow Waters]
#12379086
08/09/17 04:20 PM
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Joined: May 2012
Posts: 4,533
bigbass94
TFF Team Angler
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TFF Team Angler
Joined: May 2012
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I use the Motor Mate only.
"If people concentrated on the really important things in life, there'd be a shortage of fishing poles." - Doug Larson
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Re: Motor Mate Users
[Re: Shallow Waters]
#12379122
08/09/17 04:43 PM
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Joined: Jun 2008
Posts: 11,256
Bass&More
TFF Guru
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TFF Guru
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Last edited by Bass&More; 08/09/17 04:43 PM.
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Re: Motor Mate Users
[Re: Shallow Waters]
#12379505
08/09/17 10:20 PM
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Joined: Feb 2003
Posts: 55,364
SkeeterRonnie
Super Freak
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Super Freak
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Mm only. Used another brand before this and it seemed like it made my trim cylinders start leaking. No leaks since I switched. Same thing happened to my stepdads boat before he switched.
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Re: Motor Mate Users
[Re: Shallow Waters]
#12379852
08/10/17 01:58 AM
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Joined: Dec 2005
Posts: 1,287
tejasbass
Extreme Angler
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Extreme Angler
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I've got a new in box Model 10-301-SSB. Fits Yamaha 115 - 175. Bought it from Tackle Warehouse for $129.99 + tax & shipping. Sold the boat and never took it out of the box. Will sell it for $100.00 face to face DFW. PM if interested.
Last edited by tejasbass; 08/10/17 01:59 AM. Reason: Add PM
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Re: Motor Mate Users
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#12379917
08/10/17 02:30 AM
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Joined: Nov 2015
Posts: 786
kevine80
Pro Angler
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Pro Angler
Joined: Nov 2015
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if you cradle it correctly its no problem ! no need for clips
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