How to keep the bow from turning left/right while underway

[alk402]

I've got an old (66) Richline 14'er with a 40 lb thrust TM on the back. I cant get the boat to go straight, no matter what I do. Any suggestions or remedies would be appreciated.
I fish alone in a pond about 10-15 Acres. I usually have two or three rods and one tackle box. Normal stuff.
It really kind of drives me nuts, especially when the wind is blowing.

Thanks for any help!!!!
Al

 

[onthewater102]

I've got my TM front mounted, but when I throw my boat in small ponds where I can't have the gas motor it behaves the same way. Weight at the opposite end doesn't fix it right? In that case I drag a drift sock behind the boat - slows down my speed a bit but keeps me on a straight line.

 

[acabtp]

make a rudder panel for your trolling motor. i made one out of some 1/4" starboard (HDPE) and stainless hose clamps, but you can buy them ready made
here's a couple links
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dwGcG54BeXY
https://www.fishsniffer.com/forums/boats-motors-gear/113009-making-skeg-rudder-fin-my-minn-kota-trolling-motor.html

 

[alk402]

Thanks. Both good ideas. Will have to consider.