The story:

A pretty neat install which I brainstormed up within an hour. A customer came into Delaware Paddlesports a little over a month ago sharing the same passion as I. He is a photographer. Although I don’t venture much into wildlife photography too often this is Geoff’s hobby.

Geoff was looking to get into a kayak for more options to frame wildlife in their habitat. He was interested in a sit on top kayak that he could lay prone on and set up his camera to catch that shot of a lifetime. I recommended the new 2020 Jackson Kayak Kilroy HD or the new 2020 Jackson Kayak Yupik. He seemed set on the Yupik. However due to cost decided to go with a leftover 2019 Jackson Kayak Bite in Granite.

With the extra money he decided to go with the Torqeedo option that I had informed him on. The Bite is the perfect Candidate for the Torqeedo Ultralight 403C.

The Torqeedo Ultralight 403C Uses the orignal ball and bar mounting system but is teamed up with the long life 915 wH battery!

Install:

Since there is no inside hull access on the Bite I used the molly bolts that are included in the Ultralight 403C install kit. These stainless steel anchors once inserted and tightened down expand the metal prongs that flower out to hold the anchor in place.

The Sea-Lect Designs Kayak Adjustable Footbrace w/ Rudder Control (Black) replace the stock Jackson ones using the molded in brass hull inserts for a clean no drill install.

Using the Jackson Kayak rudder tubing kit and 1/16″ stainless cable I ran the lines within the tubing on top of the deck rails utilizing pad eyes as guides which I riveted in. Then terminated the Cables at the motor steering triangle using Stainless Steel Thimble and swages which i heat shrink wrapped. Then added Nite Ize Size-2 S-Biner Dual Carabiner, Stainless-Steel, Black.

For the controller mount I used a YakAttack Mightymount XL Track, 6″ and the Yakattack Throttle Mount for Torqeedo W/LockNLoad Mounting System, 4” ext.

The Up/down lines I also ran through the pad eyes on right side to the Sea-Lect Designs Clamcleat Jr for locking the motor in the up position Controlling Up/Down and Locking in the down position.

This was a really cool and fun install!!

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Coming in March 2020 the new improved 1000 watt 3 HP pylon will add thrust to your kayak! Packed with the ultralight mount making install simple on any kayak with a 4 bolt mounting pattern. Included in the kit is the large 915WH battery with charger and Throttle Controller with LCD readout data. MSRP of the kit is $2,699

More Speed with Efficency

Prototype testing results have shown much more speed with the Ultralight 1003. With a larger prop and 700 wats of more power this pylon will drive a Hobie Pro Angler up to 6.5 MPH! Weather and current conditions may differ.

The 1003 pylon delivers more efficient power usage while in use at the current top speed of the 403. For example if the 403 pushes your kayak 5.2 MPH at top speed the 1003 will use less battery power at the same speed. This is due to the new propellor design.

Direct Drive

An exciting new feature of the Ultralight 1103 is its Direct Drive Technology. This technology removes the reduction gear and the whine sound of the 403. It is virtually silent besides water movement!

Improved Throttle Response Time

Immediate response time from forward to reverse. The Ultralight 403 lacks the instant response with about a 1.5 second delay from stop to start. The Ultralight 1103 with its quick response allows easier small adjustments while fishing!

Weight Difference

The Ultralight 1003 pylon is a bit heaver than the 403. Coming in at about 16lbs. However the mounting hardware will have changes to allow the user to raise and lower with ease. The 1003 will have the same mounting and quick release options as the 403 A/C!

Availability

Preorders are being accepted at your local Torqeedo Dealer. First round of Preorders will be available March 2020 With another batch soon after. Preorder Now!!

The new Torqeedo “C” Mount Utilizes a 4 molded threaded insert pattern consistent with Power Pole Mounting. Unfortunately the Jackson Kayak Kilroy does not come with this option. I opted to fabricate a custom mounting plate from 1/2″ Starboard then mounting to where the existing handle was located.

If I was to permanently install the mount on the rear of the Kilroy, it would interfere with my car top loading method. To remedy this issue I came up with the idea of utilizing 12″ gear track to slide the mount into a stowed position on loading, then slide out for use. I Drilled the track and countersunk larger holes to allow 1/4 20 bolts to pass through.

The use of Yakattack T bolts & Track Nuts allow quick tightening and loosening of the mount to either stow or retract for use.

The A/C motor install used all of my previous steering. I only had to modify the up/dn line for a longer distance.

Disclaimer:

Installing hardware may cause damage and/or void manufacturer warranties.  ThePlasticHull.net its authors or any other source of information on this website is in no way responsible for your actions nor any type issues or damage that may occur.  The information provided on this website is a free reference guide only. The authors of all information, sponsors and the owners of the website that host this information are not liable for any problems or issues that arise from the use of this information. Users of this information hereby acknowledge that all use of this information is done by their own free will, at their own sole risk, understanding that destruction of property, injury, or death could occur.