Motor powered kayak

I just reread my original post. I didn't mean to sound like a complete doucher...just a little bit though. I feel like upgrading to a Revo13 might be a better choice than a motor. My Revo13 handles swift current a lot better than my Outback. Im not sure how the Revo11 compares to the outback but i feel it could be similar to pedal against the currebt.The cost of a motor and install seems like more of a pain in the ass than a boat upgrade. That's just my two cents and I'm sure you have your reasons!

Also...those PA's are ridiculous!  That's the ultimate fat man boat.

Thank!   It handles very good!! When I go out I like to go for 5+ hours and by the end legs are pretty tiered just thought a motor could help

I would think that if you find that 2hp is too much thrust for the Revo (especially if you are in a turn and goose it), you may be able to tune it down with different prop size or pitch.   

Have you thought about going with an Adventure Island instead of a motor? 

A sail would be a one time expense compared to fuel and maintenance.

I think you should get this. http://bend.craigslist.org/boa/4246833941.html

Hillier--you and I fish the same spots, fight the same tidal issues and seem to be contemplating the same solution. When planning a kayak trip on JDF i check the tides and at least half the time rule it out as I know it would be ripping too much. I am leaning toward an electric motor to help on those strong tidal days. Here is a design of a pvc electric motor mount that seems to work great--nothing to make and lo cost too. For a grand total of $200-250($125 for a motor and $80 for a battery)you could have an answer.

T2

Here is a second clip by the same man showing the mount in use, using a small (18 lbs of thrust) electric motor with a 30 " shaft.

T2

The Island Hopper Kayak motors look interesting...
http://www.islandhopperoutboards.com/kayak-motor-combo.html

A decent balance between power, weight and cost.  I may try one next summer to help increase my range and give me options to kayak in currents that would be difficult to paddle against for several miles.

I outfitted my 14 Cuda with milk crate system and 30lb electric. WORKS GREAT! No modification to kayak were necessary. Motor 99.00 crate 9.95 2/4 free and battery 99.00. Zvonko

I outfitted my 14 Cuda with milk crate system and 30lb electric. WORKS GREAT! No modification to kayak were necessary. Motor 99.00 crate 9.95 2/4 free and battery 99.00. Zvonko

Can you take a couple of pictures?

I would like to see it too!!!

Not a problem. Check this post this evening. I'll have to take some pictures since I have none. Zvonko

As you can see (I hope) milk crate sits on nonslip to help hold it down, and fastened by turnbuckles to hull. Battery just fits snug in the crate and powers my Minn Kota. I added lighter hook up for charging cell etc. Use stainless steel screws and aluminum L iron to hold the 2/4 in place. Short shaft (15")Minn will not do, since when turning would cause prop to hit the hull. shaft must be long enough to clear the hull at 360. There is only one down side to this set up. Fast turn can be a problem. I do not have a rudder and I use the paddle in case of sudden need for the turn. Your prop is mid ship and when asked to turn tends to push the hull sideways. Forward move is swift and fun when your are too tired to paddle. As far as the battery, I have not had a problem of running out of juice. Leaving St. Helens marina little over a mile to Lewis river and trolling most of the day, and lastly returned and I have never run out of juice. Zvonko

Some kayaks are actually designed so that mounting a motor is easy. 
Just sayin.

That looks great if you want to start from scratch. I like my Cuda! I only use the motor when on Columbia, Willamette or Multnomah Channel, the current can sore your muschles in not time. Also I have less than 220.00 invested and I can use the batter on my travel trailer when not fishing. Zvonko