Minn Kota Raptor Jack Plate Adapter Bracket - 8" S86 Black

Enhance Your Shallow Water Anchoring Setup with Precision Mounting

Picture this: you're navigating skinny waters, chasing trophy bass or drifting through flats, and you need rock-solid holding power without fuss. The Minn Kota Raptor Jack Plate Adapter Bracket steps up as the ideal solution for starboard-side mounting on your jack plate. Delivering a precise 8-inch setback from the transom and 6-inch vertical rise, it positions your Raptor shallow water anchor perfectly for optimal deployment and performance. Crafted from lightweight aluminum with a durable powder-coated black finish, this single-piece bracket withstands harsh marine conditions while keeping your setup clean and streamlined.

Unlike generic mounts that wobble or rust out after a season, this adapter prioritizes strength and adjustability. Slotted holes let you fine-tune the position to match your boat's transom angle or jack plate setup, ensuring seamless integration. Anglers who run high-performance bass boats or flats skiffs rave about how it clears props, outboards, and jack plate hydraulics, freeing up deck space and improving visibility during anchor deployment.

Standout Features That Deliver Real-World Reliability

• Strategic Dimensions: 8 inches of setback pushes the anchor away from the transom, preventing interference with your outboard or trolling motor, paired with a 6-inch rise for elevated deployment in varying water depths.
• Robust Aluminum Build: One-piece construction eliminates weak points, offering superior strength-to-weight ratio that handles the torque of repeated anchoring without flexing.
• Corrosion-Resistant Powder Coating: Black finish shrugs off saltwater spray, UV exposure, and freshwater grime, maintaining like-new appearance season after season.
• Flexible Installation: Slotted mounting holes provide play for perfect alignment, making it adaptable to different jack plate models and boat configurations.
• Complete Kit: Comes ready to install with stainless steel hardware that resists seizing in humid environments.

Why This Bracket Transforms Your On-Water Experience

For serious anglers, positioning matters. Mounting your Raptor directly on the jack plate via this adapter minimizes vibration transfer to the hull, reduces noise during operation, and keeps the anchor arm clear of trim tabs or hydro-lifts. In competitive fishing tournaments, where every second counts, quick deployment without snags can be the edge you need. Saltwater guides appreciate the anti-corrosion armor, as it holds up against constant exposure without pitting or flaking.

Boat owners upgrading from transom mounts often find this starboard-specific design restores balance and aesthetics. It's not just about holding position—it's about confidence in gear that performs when stakes are high, from dawn patrols to late-night drifts.

Effortless Installation for Hands-On Boaters

Setting up is straightforward for anyone familiar with basic marine hardware. Start by aligning the bracket with your jack plate's starboard mounting points. The slotted design allows for minor adjustments to ensure the Raptor's base sits flush and level. Secure with the included stainless fasteners, torque to spec (typically 15-20 ft-lbs for aluminum mounts), and test for play before hitting the water.

Pro tip: Apply marine-grade anti-seize to threads for easy future removal, especially in brackish areas. Most installs take under an hour, and no special tools beyond a socket set and torque wrench are required. Always double-check clearance with your outboard at full tilt before first launch.

Built for Long-Term Marine Durability

Engineered with input from pro anglers and boat builders, this bracket undergoes rigorous testing for load-bearing and environmental stress. The powder coat bonds molecularly to the aluminum substrate, creating a barrier tougher than paint alone. Paired with the Raptor's i-Pilot Link integration, it elevates your boat's shallow water game, whether you're pinning down structure in 10 feet or hovering over grass beds at 18 inches.