RC servo Kicker throttle controller

[wildthing]

ok going to revamp and try list up the parts for doing this mod on a kicker
to get better throttle control rather than the tiller or helm stick .....

most of the parts can be got from EBAY or Ali-express

180* RC servo

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12v- 7.0 v Step down transformer or what voltage your servo is.... think some are 6.4v

Wandler 5V bis 12V 12V bis 5V 3,3 V 3,7 V 4,2 V 6V 7,5 V 9V DC DC Wandler Strom versorgung Spannungs wandler Buck Step-Down-Modul - AliExpress

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RC Servo tester ...

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3 core cable to do the run from kicker back to helm or the position you wish to be able to use mount pref from salt spray exposure

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connectors for cable

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rc servo bracket to mount inside the kicker hood..... this needs a mod to shift it closer to the engine as the cam arm will foul on the engine cover . ( try mount it so its held by two bolt's that way it can not piviot )

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small length of stainless rod for linkage ....
pic below we took off the normal one and are only using the RC servo but you can see its still able to re hook it back up if needs .....

 

[wildthing]

 

[sly_karma]

Congrats, you built a Trollmaster.

 

[jlaffin]

I built one too. Works well. If you use a stainless cable between the throttle and servo arm, you can still use the tiller throttle control if needed.

 

[wildthing]

I built one too. Works well. If you use a stainless cable between the throttle and servo arm, you can still use the tiller throttle control if needed.

yeah on the yamaha newer 8 HP above i could no get a slip linage to work so we just replaced the linkage bar to the servo but the tiller bar is just free to reconnect if needs be ...in fact that's about the hardest thing to do other than finding the sweet spot to mount the rc servo space on the newer cowlings is very limited .....

 

[wildthing]

updated with a few links and you hopefully see the thumbnail pic's ... get on with your winter project now .. one tip always buy a few extras as they are not really meant for saltwater use so try not expose connectors and use heat shrink butts where you can

 

[Jegermiester]

updated with a few links and you hopefully see the thumbnail pic's ... get on with your winter project now .. one tip always buy a few extras as they are not really meant for saltwater use so try not expose connectors and use heat shrink butts where you can

I just wanted to say that it's members like you that make this forum such a treasure trove of ideas and points of reference for assorted self help topics. Going the extra mile and adding the applicable links & thumbnails is the cherry on top!!!
Thank you for your continued efforts, support and valuable advice.

 

[kingblazer84]

This the last one I built on my last boat for a 04 9.9 yammy

 

[wildthing]

another tip on this is notice in the pic try keep as close to the piviot point on the servo as possible as it will give you a good sweep and a much smoother action on the throttle response ........

Also folks if you have a set up please post up your linkage and RC servo locations and kicker make's as this will help other members out lot's

 

[wildthing]

so one i did on my own older 9.9 yam square back drilled a tiny hole and used a metal wire snap leader .....

 

[Shineyshiney]

This is amazing! Thanks for posting. Used to play with RC's growing up- now there is a practical application for my use of time in my younger days---right, and money!

 

[chille51]

I have the Trollmaster, and by far the hardest part was mounting the servo where it gets a decent sweep but also doesn't snag on the inside of the cowling. And I bought the official install kit and mounted as per instructions. But still had to tweak it, and even file down the plastic on the end of the servo arm a bit. Probably spent a good 3 hours on that over a few different sessions. Longer than the rest of the install combined took, including running the cable from the helm back to the kicker. Its still not perfect, still does some weird things once in a while, but at some point I had to say good enough.

 

[tannerc]

I made one 4 years ago with similar parts. No issues at all. Used 250lb mono for the linkage. I have the controller ( tester) behind my dash with just the dial poking through. Tiller handle still fully functional.

 

[seachicken]

Awesome stuff guys, I need another project like I need a hole in my head but this is great and on the list. I'll research it and prep while I'm away at work. Anyone figured out a Bluetooth connection?

 

[Corey_lax]

Awesome stuff guys, I need another project like I need a hole in my head but this is great and on the list. I'll research it and prep while I'm away at work. Anyone figured out a Bluetooth connection?

Why not just have controls for your kicker? The servo controls are good for guys that don’t have room for another set of controls but I’d think you have room for controls. If you go that route, you don’t have to worry about your $2 servo dying from being in a salt water environment lol

 

[sly_karma]

Why not just have controls for your kicker? The servo controls are good for guys that don’t have room for another set of controls but I’d think you have room for controls. If you go that route, you don’t have to worry about your $2 servo dying from being in a salt water environment lol

It's a throttle controller, solves the problem of achieving fine adjustments in troll speed. I have a kicker that is non tiller, and this is way better than the old method of "tap, tap, tap, oops too much" on the throttle lever.

 

[kingblazer84]

Awesome stuff guys, I need another project like I need a hole in my head but this is great and on the list. I'll research it and prep while I'm away at work. Anyone figured out a Bluetooth connection?

I’ve looked into it and found a couple viable options lemme see if I can find the parts I found, not Bluetooth but wireless all the same

Amazon.ca

Just doesn’t have up and down arrows which you could do yourself

 

[Jegermiester]

I’ve looked into it and found a couple viable options lemme see if I can find the parts I found, not Bluetooth but wireless all the same

Amazon.ca

Just doesn’t have up and down arrows which you could do yourself

I ordered this unit for a different application, attempting to convert my Trol-Eze hydraulic steering from cable to wireless controls.

Amazon.ca

It ended up not working, but might work for throttle control???
I liked the redundency in that there were 2 remotes and they had up/down arrows...

 

[wildthing]

I’ve looked into it and found a couple viable options lemme see if I can find the parts I found, not Bluetooth but wireless all the same

Amazon.ca

Just doesn’t have up and down arrows which you could do yourself

going to have to give it a go good find .....

 

[wildthing]

It's a throttle controller, solves the problem of achieving fine adjustments in troll speed. I have a kicker that is non tiller, and this is way better than the old method of "tap, tap, tap, oops too much" on the throttle lever.

yep you got that right ... just so easy to dial in the kicker and also saves a bunch of time, even if you have a tiller as well no running back and forth unless your sat right to it....