MinnKota 765MX. Modify foot controller?

[JB]

This is a nice, light, power drive motor. But:<br /><br />It doesn't have a constant on switch on the controller, so you have to keep your foot on the "pedal" to keep moving.<br /><br />Later models have a constant on switch.<br /><br />I have examined the circuit board. The "on" microswitch is activated by side pressure on the pedal.<br /><br />I thought about mounting a toggle switch in parallel with the microswitch to produce a constant on feature, or a sliding block to activate the switch even when pressure is off the pedal.<br /><br />Has anyone else done this, or better yet a better solution?

 

[Silvertip]

Re: MinnKota 765MX. Modify foot controller?

That should work. Radio Shack has all sorts of switches to choose from. Should be a water proof design.