Pretty easy, actually. I did have an existing TM mount but it was the wrong size and in the wrong place. The new quick-release mount wouldn't work as suggested because the "puck" would have been hanging off of the boat so I took reeltight's recommendation to turn the mount around and slide it back by one series of bolt holes. I used only four of the six bolts to attach the TM to the mount because of the slide back. But, the manual recommends using all six bolts but says that four is the recommended minimum.
There was a perfect spot for the compass in front of the starboard console. I mounted the batteries in the port console. I stuck with Walmart's Everstart brand because I've had very good luck with them. I used Group 27 battery trays but got Group 24 batteries because they were only 8 amp-hours less than the Group 27 (101 vs. 109 AH). Luckily the boat was already wired for a TM and had the motor connector included so I didn't have to run any wires.
The old, unusable mount had to be removed and left some staining, marine caulking and holes. The picture attached was before I started cleaning the old mount location so it looks much better that shown but will probably always be visible when the TM isn't mounted.
I'm looking forward to my trolling motor dropping me off at the dock, hanging back 20 or so feet while waiting patiently waiting for me to back the trailer in then returning to the dock to pick me up so I can drive the boat on the trailer with the big motor...I can't wait...
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