This article details the process for tighten the depth collar on different motor models and the importance of properly using the depth collar.
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- Cam Lever Style Depth Collar Bow-Mount
- Twist Knob Style Depth Collar Bow-Mount Non-Lift Assist
- Twist Knob Style Depth Collar Bow-Mount Terrova and Riptide Terrova with Lift Assist
- Cam Lever Style Depth Collar Transom-Mount
- Twist Knob Style Depth Collar Bow-Mount Non-Lift Assist
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Cam Lever Style Depth Collar Bow-Mount
Models Included:
- Riptide Terrova QUEST 2023-Present
- Terrova QUEST 2023-Present
- Ultrex QUEST 2023-Prsent
Long Shaft Motors 72"-100"
- Motors with a long shaft contain a Stow Lock Collar, Coil Cord Slider and Depth Collar.
Short Shaft Motors
- Motors with a short shaft only have a Depth Collar.
Terrova QUEST, Terrova, Riptide Terrova QUEST, and Riptide Terrova 2023-Present
Ultrex Diagram 2023-Present
Tightening the Depth Collar
- Tighten the Depth Collar tightness with a #3 Phillips Screwdriver.
- The screw opposite the cam lever.
- NOTE: Leave the Cam Lever closed while tightening the screw. Tightening the screw with the lever open can damage the cam lever/collar.
- NOTE: The Depth Collar should be secured against the Steering Housing on 45"-60" and secured against the Stow Lock Collar on 72"-100" Shafts when transporting the motor. This prevents accidental deployment.
Tightening the Stow Lock Collar
- Tighten the Stow Lock Collar tightness with a #10 Phillips Screwdriver.
- Note: The Stow Lock Collar should be in the Locked position anytime the motor is being transported on water or trailered to prevent accidental deployment.
- Note: The Stow Lock Collar should be in the Locked position anytime the motor is being transported on water or trailered to prevent accidental deployment.
Twist Knob Style Depth Collar Bow-Mount Non-Lift Assist
Models Included:
- Fortrex 2008-Present
- Maxxum 2005-Present
- PowerDrive 2023-Present
- PowerDrive BT 2017-2023
- PowerDrive Drive V2 2007-2016
- PowerDrive 2001-2006
- Riptide PowerDrive 2023-Present
- Riptide PowerDrive BT 2017-2023
- Riptide SP 2007-2016
- Riptide Terrova 2023-Present
- Riptide Terrova BT 2017-2023
- Riptide ST 2007-2016
- Terrova 2023-Present
- Terrova BT 2017-2023
- Terrova Non-Bluetooth 2007-2023
- Ultrex Brushed 2017-2023
- Tightening The Depth Collar Knob
- The Depth Collar Knob is tightened by turning the knob clockwise and loosen by turning the knob counter clockwise.
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Note: The Depth Collar should be secured against the Steering Housing when transporting the motor to prevent accidental deployment.
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Note: The Depth Collar should be secured against the Steering Housing when transporting the motor to prevent accidental deployment.
Twist Knob Style Terrova /Riptide Terrova with Lift Assist
Models Included:
- Riptide Terrova BT 2017-2016
- Terrova BT 2017-2016
Tightening the Depth Collar Knob
- The Depth Collar Knob is tightened by turning the knob clockwise and loosen by turning the knob counter clockwise.
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The Depth Collar should be secured against the Lift Assist on when transporting the motor to prevent accidental deployment.
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Cam Lever Style Depth Collar Transom-Mount
Models Included:
- Riptide Fortrex 2008-Present
- Riptide Maxxum 2002-Present
- Riptide Transom 112 LB Thrust 2014-Present
- Riptide Transom 80 LB Thrust 2014-Present
Tightening the Depth Collar
- Tighten the Depth Collar tightness with a #3 Phillips Screwdriver.
- The screw opposite the cam lever.
- NOTE: Leave the Cam Lever closed while tightening the screw. Tightening the screw with the lever open can damage the cam lever/collar.
- NOTE: The Depth Collar and steering tension should be secured against the bracket when transporting the motor to prevent accidental deployment.
Twist Knob Style Depth Collar Transom-Mount
Models Included:
- Endura
- Endura Max
- Endura C2
- Riptide Transom 55LB Thrust or Less
Tightening the Depth Collar Knob
- The Depth Collar Knob is tightened by turning the knob clockwise and loosen by turning the knob counter clockwise.
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NOTE: The Depth Collar and steering tension should be secured against the bracket when transporting the motor to prevent accidental deployment.
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NOTE: The Depth Collar and steering tension should be secured against the bracket when transporting the motor to prevent accidental deployment.
